Academic District
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Popular places to visit
State Hermitage Museum and Winter Palace
Immerse yourself in a collection of prehistoric artifacts, Middle Eastern jewelry and European art that spans 6,000 years in one of the world’s oldest museums.
St. Isaac's Cathedral
This cathedral has a commanding position in the St. Petersburg cityscape and the views from it are just as stunning as its decadent interior.
Russian Museum
See one of the most comprehensive collections of Russian art in the world at this vast and sprawling museum.
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
This church has been used as everything from a warehouse to a refuse heap, but it is now back at its best as one of St. Petersburg’s premier religious buildings.
Kazan Cathedral
Experience the palatial grandeur and history of this cathedral, which is dedicated to the venerated miracle worker, Our Lady of Kazan.
Catherine Palace and Park in Tsarskoye Selo
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg and explore this stunning palace and tranquil park.
Other neighbourhoods around Academic District
Sosnovsko District
While there might not be top attractions in Sosnovsko District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Botanical Gardens and Piskaryovskoye Memorial Cemetery.
District No. 21
Even though there aren't top sights in District No. 21, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Piskaryovskoye Memorial Cemetery. Jump on the metro at Grazhdansky Prospekt Station to see more of the city.
District No. 15
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in District No. 15 and surrounding area, you can visit Piskaryovskoye Memorial Cemetery and Site of Pushkin's Duel.
Komendantskyi Airfield
While you're in Komendantskyi Airfield, take in top sights like Site of Pushkin's Duel and jump on the metro at Pionerskaya Station to see more of the city.
Petrogradskaya District
Get to know Petrogradskaya District and its many features like its museums and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Planetarium and Leningradskiy Zoopark, and you can jump on the metro at Chkalovskaya Station or Petrogradskaya Station to get around the city.
Palace District
While you're in Palace District, take in top sights like Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood and jump on the metro at Nevsky Prospekt Station to see more of the city.