Peter and Paul Fortress
Peter and Paul Fortress is St. Petersburg's birthplace (1703). Cathedral with 122m spire and Romanov tombs. Trubetskoy Bastion prison. Mint since 1724. Noon cannon shot. Free entry, museums from 550 RUB. Metro Gorkovskaya.
Panorama
Practical Information
Updated: Dec 31, 2025Visit Duration
Minimum2 hours
Recommended3 hours
Maximum5 hours
Entrance Fee
Adult
750 RUB~750 $
Child
400 RUB~400 $
Combined ticket. Territory free.
Best Time to Visit
Before noon to catch cannon shot. Summer for beach.
Crowd Level
Moderate — comfortablePrice Range
BudgetHow to Get There
Metro Gorkovskaya (5 min walk). Cross wooden bridge to island.
What to Expect
Imperial tombs, prison museum, mint, noon cannon shot, beach with Hermitage view, city panorama from bell tower.
Best Photo Spot
Cathedral spire, view from beach to Hermitage, Neva panorama
When to Visit
Best Time
MayJunJulAug
Good Time
AprSepOct
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Not availableCharging
No outletsMobile signal
ExcellentFacilities & Services
restrooms
cafe
gift shop
audio guide
Working Hours
Updated: Dec 31, 2025Monday10:00 — 18:00
Tuesday10:00 — 17:00
WednesdayClosed
Thursday10:00 — 18:00
Friday10:00 — 18:00
Saturday10:00 — 18:00
Sunday11:00 — 18:00
Note
Hare Island grounds: 06:00-21:00 free. Museums: 10:00-18:00, Tue until 17:00, Wed closed. Ticket offices close 1h before closing. Peter and Paul Cathedral: Sun from 11:00.
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Partially accessible
Audio Guide
Available
Staff Assistance
Available
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Every day at 12:00 sharp from Naryshkin Bastion.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Peter and Paul Fortress
Free to walk grounds. Combined ticket for all museums best value. Noon cannon shot daily - don't miss it!
Metro Gorkovskaya (5 min walk). Cross wooden bridge to island.
Imperial tombs, prison museum, mint, noon cannon shot, beach with Hermitage view, city panorama from bell tower.
Cathedral spire, view from beach to Hermitage, Neva panorama
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