Office in the city center
Our office is in the center of Saint Petersburg, and bus pickup points are nearby. You do not need to search for the departure point or walk several blocks.
Family tours
Red double-decker bus "City Sight Seeing"
Discount: -200 rub. per ticket
24 - 48 h.
Sightseeing tours of Saint Petersburg on a red double-decker bus
From 3300 ₽ per person
Leningrad Symphony: From Feat to Memory
5 h.
A bus tour of the key memorial sites of besieged Leningrad. The route leads from the main museum of defense and siege to buildings that preserve the memory of everyday heroism — the Radio House and the Tanya Savicheva House.
From 3500 ₽ per person
Why choose Leningrad-Tour
Tours for groups
You can book a trip for a large group, family, school class, corporate event or celebration. We will match the format and the number of seats you need.
Discounted tickets
Seniors, students, schoolchildren and preschoolers get discounted rates on a number of tours.
Tours across Russia
Besides Saint Petersburg and its suburbs, we offer multi-day tours to cities and regions across Russia.
A wide choice of routes
Sightseeing, bus, boat, evening, walking and school tours, plus suburban trips — we will find a program for any kind of visit.
Comfortable transport
We operate clean, comfortable tourist coaches. A spacious cabin matters most on longer routes.
Routes for parents and children
Family excursions in St. Petersburg
Family excursions are a format for parents with children, large families, schoolchildren, teenagers, and guests of St. Petersburg who want to spend time together and see the city.
This section helps you choose excursions suitable for families. Available are sightseeing trips around the city, boat rides, walking routes, and suburban destinations – from a short program to a full day out of town.
How the family format differs from the standard one
Spending time with family is the best thing in life. A child needs a change of impressions, fascinating stories, the opportunity to look around and learn something new, to ask questions and broaden their horizons. For parents, comfortable transport, convenient organization, and safety are important.
Comfortable pace
The route can be selected taking into account the child's age, travel time, stops, and the total duration of the walk.
Interesting for children and adults
The narrative combines history for adults, vivid images for children, and interesting facts.
Format for the season
In winter, a bus is more convenient; in summer, boat rides and suburbs; in spring and autumn, sightseeing and walking routes work well.
Choice by duration
You can choose a short 1–2 hour walk, a sightseeing route of up to 5 hours, or a full-day suburban trip.
Family excursion formats
| Format | Age | Duration | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| City sightseeing tours | 0+ | from 1 to 5 hours | First introduction to St. Petersburg, main sights, convenient transport, a calm pace for the whole family. |
| Boat tours | 0+ | from 1 to 5 hours | Summer family leisure: the Neva, canals, bridges, reflections in the water and enclosed boats. |
| Walking tours | 0+ | from 1.5 to 2 hours | A short walk around the center, photos, city stories, squares, embankments and an easy-to-follow route. |
| Suburban tours | 0+ | from 5 to 10 hours | A full-day trip: Peterhof, Pushkin, Pavlovsk, Gatchina, Kronstadt and other destinations. |
How to choose a format
For small children, sightseeing and water routes with short transfers are suitable. For schoolchildren and teenagers, you can consider walking tours, suburbs, fortresses, museums, parks and full-day trips.
Family tours in different seasons
Winter period
In winter, bus sightseeing routes are suitable for families: it's warm inside, the child can rest, and outside the window you can see embankments, cathedrals, palaces and winter St. Petersburg.
- choose the bus format
- take a power bank and warm mittens
- set aside time for hot tea or coffee
Spring period
In spring, sightseeing tours and short walks around the center are perfect. The city gets brighter, parks open up, and it becomes more pleasant to walk by the Neva and in the squares.
- take a light windproof jacket
- grab a compact umbrella
- choose shoes for a long walk
Summer period
In summer, water tours, enclosed boats, walks along the Neva, trips to Peterhof, Kronstadt, Pavlovsk and other suburbs are especially good.
- take water and a hat
- use sunscreen
- take a light windbreaker for the evening, as the weather in St. Petersburg is changeable
Autumn period
In autumn the city becomes especially beautiful, with all shades of honey tones, you just want to take a few photos. For families, sightseeing, walking and suburban routes with parks, palaces and beautiful stops, where autumn is visible in all its glory, are suitable.
- take shoes for wet weather
- keep a raincoat handy
- charge your phone for photos and navigation
Who family excursions are suitable for
- Families with preschool children: it is better to pay attention to sightseeing tours in a comfortable bus, where there will be a comfortable temperature and interesting stories from the guide.
- Parents with school-age children: sightseeing tours, museums, fortresses, boat trips and trips to the suburbs are suitable; children especially love riding on motor ships, watching the sunbeams in the water.
- Families with teenagers: you can choose longer routes, historical themes, the evening city and full-day trips.
- Large families: the main thing is to say goodbye to the feeling of multitasking and relax surrounded by your family. Sightseeing bus tours are perfect for this
- Grandparents with grandchildren: calm programs with a measured pace are suitable. Suburban excursions are good in this regard, because they follow one small route, while remaining very informative and rich.
- Guests of Petersburg for the weekend: it is convenient to start with a sightseeing route, then add a boat trip or the suburbs.
- Families with children during school holidays: you can put together a program for several days: the city, boat excursions, palaces, parks and museums. Spend time usefully
- For a family event: we can organize your family celebration, from a birthday to a wedding. We also offer an individual format of excursions, where only your loved ones will be, the format can be adjusted to your interests and budget
What you can visit with the whole family
Here we have collected our articles about the sights of Petersburg and the suburbs: palaces, museums, cathedrals, parks, fortresses and other places that can be included in a family trip.
The Great Gatchina Palace
A palace-castle, park and the history of Paul I — a rich stop for a family trip to Gatchina.
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The Grand Cascade of Peterhof
Fountains, sculptures and water — one of Peterhof's most striking attractions for children and adults.
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The Spit of Vasilyevsky Island
The Rostral Columns, the Neva and panoramas of the center — a convenient stop on a family route through St. Petersburg.
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Blagoveshchensky Bridge
The history of one of the main bridges across the Neva and beautiful views of the embankments.
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Tauride Palace
The story of Prince Potemkin, Catherine II and one of St. Petersburg's important palaces.
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The Benois Wing
The Russian Museum wing next to the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood and walking routes through the center.
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Stroganov Palace
A baroque palace on Nevsky Prospekt and the history of the famous Stroganov family.
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Peter and Paul Cathedral
A golden spire, the imperial tomb and the heart of the Peter and Paul Fortress.
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Small Hermitage
The Pavilion Hall, the Hanging Garden and the famous Peacock Clock in the Hermitage ensemble.
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Mikhailovsky Palace
The main building of the Russian Museum on Arts Square and an important part of the cultural center.
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The Church of the Dormition on Malaya Okhta
A memorial church through which you can learn about the history of the Siege of Leningrad.
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The Cabin of Peter the Great
The oldest house in the city and a story of St. Petersburg's early years that is easy for children to follow.
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The Winter Palace
The imperial residence on Palace Square and the main building of the Hermitage.
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Smolny Cathedral
A white-and-blue cathedral and one of the most recognizable architectural ensembles of St. Petersburg.
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The Amber Room
The history of the famous interior of the Catherine Palace, its losses and restoration.
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The Cruiser Aurora
A legendary ship on the Petrogradskaya Embankment — a particularly interesting stop for schoolchildren.
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Tsarskoye Selo
Palaces, parks, the lyceum and pavilions — a destination where the whole family can easily spend a full day.
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Kronstadt History Museum
A museum that helps you make sense of the naval and urban history of Kronstadt.
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The Grand Peterhof Palace
The main palace residence of Peterhof above the Grand Cascade and the Lower Park.
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Drawbridges
One of the main symbols of St. Petersburg, which especially impresses teenagers and visitors to the city.
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Peter and Paul Fortress
A fortress, a cathedral, bastions and a large area for a walk with children.
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St. Isaac's Cathedral
A monumental cathedral with a golden dome and one of the main panoramas of the center.
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The Church of the Savior on Blood
A striking church with mosaics and colorful domes that children easily remember.
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Palace Square
The main square of St. Petersburg and a convenient starting point for a family walk around the center.
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The Hermitage Pavilion in Pushkin
A small palace pavilion of the Catherine Park with an unusual history.
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Tsarskoye Selo Lyceum
Pushkin's place of study and an important stop for families with schoolchildren.
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St. Catherine's Cathedral in Pushkin
A cathedral in the center of Pushkin that can be added to a walk around Tsarskoye Selo.
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Pushkin's Dacha Museum
A literary museum that nicely complements a trip to Pushkin with schoolchildren.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which tours with children are best to choose in St. Petersburg?
For the first time, people often choose city sightseeing tours, boat trips, the Peter and Paul Fortress, Peterhof, Pushkin, Pavlovsk, or short walking routes around the center.
From what age can you go on a family tour?
Many tours are available from 0+. For little ones, short sightseeing or boat programs are more convenient; for schoolchildren, walking and suburban routes are better.
Is a tour suitable with preschool-age children?
We recommend that with children under 7 years old you choose routes of up to 1–2 hours or bus programs with breaks, where the child can get out for a walk and shift their attention a little.
Is there a tour for large families?
A tour for large families is selected based on duration, transport, and route. Most often, sightseeing, boat, or suburban programs are convenient. You can also consider private tours tailored to your needs and interests.
Which tours do parents with children choose most often?
Parents with children most often choose tours by a simple principle: a sightseeing route for the first day, water for summer leisure, and the suburbs for a big family day.
What to choose in winter for a family holiday?
In winter, bus sightseeing routes, museums, palaces, and programs with short outdoor walks are better suited.
What to choose in summer for a family with children?
In summer, boat tours, enclosed motor ships, the suburbs, parks, Peterhof fountains, and walks along the Neva are well suited. On a hot day, you should take water, a hat, and sunscreen.
Can a family event be held in the format of a tour?
A family event as a tour is suitable for a birthday, a gathering of relatives, school holidays, or a trip with a large group. It is better to discuss the format and route in advance.
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