Yusupov Palace is the residence of Russia's wealthiest family on Moika. 200 rooms, private theater, basement where Rasputin was killed in 1916. Interiors preserved better than imperial palaces. Full ticket around 900 RUB. Daily 11-18. Metro Admiralteyskaya.
Rasputin tour extra 500 RUB
Weekday afternoons for fewer crowds
Metro Admiralteyskaya, 15 min walk along Moika River. Or Metro Sennaya, 10 min walk.
Opulent aristocratic interiors, private theatre, Rasputin exhibition with wax figures recreating his murder. Less crowded than Hermitage with equally impressive rooms.
Private theatre and Moorish Room
Ticket office 09:30-18:00. Last session at 18:00. State Rooms - 700 RUB, 'Murder of Rasputin' exhibit - 400 RUB. Entrance from 21 Dekabristov St. 15-minute walk through estate to expositions.
Useful tips for visiting Yusupov Palace
Book Rasputin basement tour separately. Evening theatre performances are magical experience.
Metro Admiralteyskaya, 15 min walk along Moika River. Or Metro Sennaya, 10 min walk.
Opulent aristocratic interiors, private theatre, Rasputin exhibition with wax figures recreating his murder. Less crowded than Hermitage with equally impressive rooms.
Private theatre and Moorish Room
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