Saint Petersburg walking route: Nevsky Prospekt, 30 stops

Distance

68.8 km

Duration

8 h 38 min

Mode

route

Start

Alexander Nevsky Monument

End

Beloselsky-Belozersky Palace

Stops

27

Video author

travmap

Updated

August 26, 2026

Stops on this route

1. Alexander Nevsky Monument — Bronze equestrian statue honoring the legendary 13th-century prince who defended Russia against foreign invaders and invasion.
2. St Trinity Cathedral — Golden-domed Orthodox cathedral built in the 18th century, serving as a spiritual landmark and architectural gem on Nevsky Prospekt.
3. Necropolis of Art Masters
4. Winter Palace (The Hermitage) and Alexander Column — Former imperial residence housing one of the world's greatest art museums, flanked by a towering monument to Tsar Alexander I.
5. Wawelberg House — Elegant 19th-century mansion showcasing neoclassical architecture, once home to a prominent banking family.
6. Entrance to Nevsky Prospekt Metro Station — Gateway to the city's underground transportation system, connecting Nevsky Prospekt to the broader metro network.
7. Beloselsky-Belozersky Palace — Striking red neo-Renaissance palace from the 19th century featuring ornamental details and serving as a cultural venue and symbol of aristocratic elegance.
8. Literary Cafe (1816) — Historic establishment where Russian writer Alexander Pushkin dined before his fatal duel, now a museum and café.
9. Stroganoff Palace — Baroque masterpiece built for the wealthy Stroganoff family, featuring ornate blue-and-white exterior detailing and luxurious interiors.
10. Moyka River — Picturesque waterway flowing through the city center, lined with palaces and connected to major landmarks via scenic bridges.
11. "Bolshaya Konyushennaya St." bus stop
12. Kazan Cathedral — Main Orthodox cathedral built 1801–1811 on Nevsky Prospekt in Russian classicism style, housing a revered copy of the icon of Our Lady of Kazan and serving as a war monument.
13. House of Singer (House of The Book) — Art Nouveau landmark with distinctive turret topped by a crystal globe, originally built as headquarters for the Singer sewing machine company.
14. Griboyedov Canal — Formerly called Catherine Canal, ordered by Empress Catherine the Great, starting from the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood and flowing through the city.
15. Italian Bridge — Romantic arched footbridge crossing the Moyka River, famous for its decorative wrought-iron railings and photo opportunities.
16. Church of The Savior on Spilled Blood — Stunning Russian Orthodox church with intricate mosaics and golden onion domes, built to commemorate Tsar Alexander II's assassination.
17. Catholic Church of St Catherine — Oldest Catholic church in St. Petersburg, built in 1783 in the classicism style by renowned architect Jean-Baptiste Vallin de la Mothe.
18. Corner of Nevsky Ave. and Mikhailovskaya St. — Cultural junction featuring major museums, theaters, and architectural landmarks in St. Petersburg's intellectual district.
19. Grand Hall of the Saint-Petersburg Philharmonia — Historic concert venue hosting world-class orchestral performances and chamber music in an elegant neoclassical setting since the 19th century.
20. Rock Pub St Petersburg — Live music venue celebrating rock culture with performances by local and international bands in an intimate underground atmosphere.
21. Grand Gostiny Dvor St Petersburg — 18th-century shopping arcade featuring distinctive arcaded galleries, once the city's premier trading center and architectural landmark.
22. Armenian Church — Neo-Byzantine Orthodox cathedral built in the 19th century, featuring distinctive red and white striped stone and intricate architectural details.
23. Kupetz Eliseevs Food Hall — Ornate Art Nouveau grocery store with ornamental façade and lavish interior, representing St. Petersburg's belle époque commercial grandeur.
24. Empress Catherine II (The Great) — 18th-century Russian monarch who transformed the nation into a major European power and commissioned many of the city's architectural treasures.
25. Anichkov Bridge — Historic bridge over the Fontanka River at the end of Nevsky Prospekt, offering sunset views and marking the conclusion of the famous avenue.
26. Fontanka River — Historic waterway winding through central St. Petersburg, lined with palaces and bridges, offering scenic perspectives of the city's architectural heritage.
27. Beloselsky-Belozersky Palace — Striking red neo-Renaissance palace from the 19th century featuring ornamental details and serving as a cultural venue and symbol of aristocratic elegance.

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