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What You'll Do
• Admire one of the finest examples of Russian Baroque at Catherine
Palace
• Marvel at the famous Amber Room, recreated in 2003 with panels of
amber, gold leaf and mirrors
• Stroll through the grounds of Pavlovsk Palace, one of the largest
landscaped parks in Europe
• Learn about the life of Russian Emperor Paul I and his family
Explore two of St. Petersburg’s imperial summer residences on a 6-hour
private tour. Compare the opulence of Russian Baroque in Catherine Palace
with the austere Classicism of Pavlovsk Palace. Tsarskoe Selo was developed
as a royal country residence by Elizabeth I and Catherine II. Visit the breath-
taking Amber Room at Catherine Palace containing stunning mosaic panels
made of real amber. The Pavlovsk palace is considered to be one of the finest
examples of the classical architecture in Europe. Several ornate rooms and
beautiful park grounds containing fine sculptures make this a favorite
destination of tourists and locals alike. The Pavlovsk Palace along with the
Tsarskoe Selo together form part of a UNESCO Heritage Site. Take a trip to
admire these wonderful works of architecture, made during one of the
golden ages of Russian history.
Availability: Daily, except Tuesday, Friday, first & last Monday of every month
TSARSKOE SELO &
PAVLOVSK