Mikhailovsky Garden, Saint Petersburg

Name: Mikhailovsky Garden
Address: Saint Petersburg, Russia

#247 among attractions in Saint Petersburg

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The Mikhailovsky Garden is a large area of parkland and landscape garden in the centre of Saint Petersburg. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 59°56'24"N, 30°19'58"E

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Центральный район (Дворцовый)Saint Petersburg Russia

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Mikhailovsky Garden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of the Savior on Blood, Russian Museum, Saint Michael's Castle, Lower Swan Bridge.

~700 ftW
1880s church with vibrant, lavish design
Church of the Savior on Blood, Saint Petersburg
4 min walk • The Church of the Savior on Blood stands as an architectural masterpiece in the heart of Saint Petersburg, Russia. This magnificent church was built on the site where Emperor Alexander II was fatally wounded in 1881. Consecrated in 1907, the church was dedicated to his...
~650 ftSW
Museum, Art museum
Russian Museum, Saint Petersburg
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint Petersburg, the Russian Museum stands as a cultural beacon, showcasing the country's rich artistic heritage. Officially known as the State Russian Museum, it is the largest depository of Russian fine art in St.
~920 ftE
Art exhibitions in 1790s royal residence
Saint Michael's Castle, Saint Petersburg
5 min walk • Saint Michael's Castle, also known as Mikhailovsky Castle or the Engineers' Castle, is a striking historical edifice and museum nestled in the heart of Saint Petersburg, Russia. This architectural marvel reflects a fusion of styles, from classicism to gothic, and was...
~780 ftNE
Bridge
Lower Swan Bridge, Saint Petersburg
4 min walk • The Lower Swan Bridge, a charming and historical structure, spans the Swan Canal in the heart of Saint Petersburg, Russia. This single-span pedestrian bridge, known for its elegant design and picturesque location, offers a serene passage over the canal waters...
~1550 ftN
Canal
Swan Canal, Saint Petersburg
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint Petersburg, Russia, the Swan Canal is a picturesque waterway that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city streets. Known locally as Lebyazhya Kanavka, this charming canal stretches for approximately one kilometer, connecting the...
~820 ftS
Museum, Empire architecture, Specialty museum
Russian Museum of Ethnography, Saint Petersburg
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint Petersburg, the Russian Museum of Ethnography offers a fascinating journey through the diverse cultures and traditions of the peoples of Russia. This museum, a treasure trove of anthropological wonders, is located near the famed Marble...
~1680 ftS
Church
Saint Catherine's Armenian Church, Saint Petersburg
9 min walk • St. Catherine's Armenian Church is an Armenian Apostolic church on Nevsky Prospect, in central Saint Petersburg, Russia. Built in the 1770s, it is one of the earliest Armenian churches in Russia.
~1570 ftE
Museum, Circus
Ciniselli Circus, Saint Petersburg
8 min walk • Circus Ciniselli was the first brick-built circus in Russia; it is situated beside the Fontanka in Saint Petersburg. The building, which still stands, was opened on 26 December 1877, with a large stage and stables. The architect was Vasily Kenel.
~1090 ftE
Monuments and statues
Monument to Peter I, Saint Petersburg
6 min walk • The Monument to Peter I is a bronze equestrian monument of Peter the Great in front of the St. Michael's Castle in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
~1140 ftNE
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Chizhik-Pyzhik, Saint Petersburg
6 min walk • "Chizhyk-Pyzhik" is a Russian satirical folk song which runs as follows: Чижик-пыжик, где ты был? На Фонтанке водку пил. Выпил рюмку, выпил две – Закружилось в голове. Chizhik-Pyzhik, gdje ty byl? Na fontankje vodku pil. Vypil rjumku, vypil dvje – Zakruzhilosj v golovje. Chizhik-Pyzhik, where've you been? Drank vodka on the Fontanka.
~1740 ftS
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Church of St. Catherine, Saint Petersburg
9 min walk • The Catholic Church of St Catherine in St. Petersburg is the oldest Catholic church in the Russian Federation, and the only church with the title of basilica. It is located on the Nevsky Prospekt and is a part of the Archdiocese of Moscow headed by Msgr. Paolo Pezzi.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mikhailovsky Garden?

Nearby attractions include Rossi Pavilion, Saint Petersburg (2 min walk), Russian Museum, Saint Petersburg (4 min walk), Rossi Bridge, Saint Petersburg (4 min walk), Church of the Savior on Blood, Saint Petersburg (4 min walk).

How to get to Mikhailovsky Garden by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mikhailovsky Garden:

Tram

Михайловский замок • Lines: 3 (3 min walk)
Летний сад • Lines: 3 (4 min walk)

Bus

Летний сад • Lines: 46, 49 (5 min walk)
Инженерная улица • Lines: 49 (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Metro station Nevsky Prospect • Lines: 1, 10, 11, 22, 5, 7 (10 min walk)
станция метро Невский проспект • Lines: 1, 10, 11, 22, 5, 7 (11 min walk)

Metro

Гостиный двор • Lines: 3 (11 min walk)
Невский проспект • Lines: 2 (12 min walk)

Ferry

Дворцовая пристань (17 min walk)

Train

St. Petersburg Glavny (36 min walk)