Grand stairwells behind closed doors
Stained glass, stucco, glazed tiles and wrought-iron railings inside historic apartment houses.
Duration4 hours
Groupup to 4 guests
Seasonyear-round
CharacterHidden city
About the site
About the place
Courtyards hidden from the street
Well-courtyards, through-arches and the architecture of everyday St Petersburg.
Three districts, three characters
Vasilyevsky Island, the Petrograd Side and the Central District without long walks between stops.
Context
What to know
The city from within — where the street never lets you look. One route connects three different Petersburgs.
AccessPrivate stairwells
Programme
How the visit unfolds
01
Vasilyevsky Island
Northern Art Nouveau, lines and hidden courtyards.
02
The Petrograd Side
Some of the city’s most expressive apartment houses.
03
The Central District
Grand staircases, details and urban stories.
Arrangements
What is included and what can be added
Included
- Private car
- Private guide
- Access to pre-arranged stairwells and courtyards
- Flexible route
Available on request
- Personal photographer
- Architecture specialist
- Coffee or aperitif along the route
Good to know
Practical details
What is included?
The principal inclusions are listed above. Once the date is agreed, you receive a confirmed itinerary and one complete price.
What happens if the weather changes?
We check conditions in advance and suggest another time, an alternative programme or a different date, depending on the route.
How do I confirm a date?
Call +7 995 885 64 44. We will check availability and agree the details.
Can the programme be adjusted?
Yes. The timing, transport and stops can be changed after a conversation with us.
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