Saint Petersburg
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City
85/100 gastronomy
5 days
Russia
City: Saint Petersburg

St. Petersburg, the dazzling former imperial capital of Russia, is a city of breathtaking beauty and grandeur. Built on the Neva River delta by Tsar Peter the Great as his 'window to Europe', it is an open-air museum of baroque palaces, monumental cathedrals and elegant canals. From the endless splendor of the Hermitage Museum to the magic of summer's White Nights, St. Petersburg is a treasure trove of art, history and culture that evokes the opulence and drama of Tsarist Russia.

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A refined culinary scene. From classic Russian and Soviet cuisine to modern and elegant restaurants.

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Food Scene

85

A refined culinary scene. From classic Russian and Soviet cuisine to modern and elegant restaurants.

Classic Russian dishes such as Bœuf Stroganoff (originally here), Pelmeni and Borsch.Restaurants with views of the canals and rooftops.Historic cafes with a 19th century atmosphere.Good offer of international cuisine.
Less focused on street food than other cities.Eating well is generally expensive.

Culture

100

The cultural capital of Russia. Home to one of the largest museums in the world, the legendary Mariinsky ballet and the heritage of literary greats.

The Hermitage Museum is one of the most important art collections on the planet.The Mariinsky Theater is a world leader in opera and ballet.The Russian Museum houses the largest collection of Russian art.The city of Dostoevsky, Pushkin and Gogol.

localFriendly

70

The people of St. Petersburg have a reputation for being more intellectual and reserved than Muscovites. The interaction may be formal, but they are often cultured and helpful.

Young people and people in the cultural sector usually speak English.If you show interest in the culture, people open up and are very friendly.
Reserved character and less smiling than in other cultures.The language barrier remains a major obstacle.
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Tips for Gastronomy

Try Bœuf Stroganoff

This famous beef in sauce dish was invented here for a member of the Stroganov family. It is the local dish par excellence.

Look for a 'Pyshki'

Try 'pyshki', the local version of donuts. There are places ('pyshechnaya') that have been serving them since the Soviet era, a nostalgic and delicious experience.

Don't miss the 'Pirozhki'

These baked or fried buns, filled with meat, cabbage, potatoes or sweets, are the perfect snack and are sold everywhere.

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Country
Russia
Region
Distrito Federal Noroeste

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