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.
Boat tours in Saint Petersburg
Night Petersburg with bridge drawing by bus and boat
Discount: -200 rub. per ticket
4.5 - 5 h.
Ligovsky Prospekt 10
Drawbridges are the hallmark of St. Petersburg. You will enjoy a combined excursion (bus + boat), during which you will see the night city and the spectacle of bridge opening from the boat
"SCARLET SAILS" - Dress rehearsal and night tour of St. Petersburg.
5 h.
Tour to the dress rehearsal of the Scarlet Sails 2026 in St. Petersburg: bus and boat. Watch the show without the crowd – book now. Prices from 2000 RUB.
From 4200 ₽ per person
May 9 in Petersburg - Fireworks on the ship and bus tour
Discount: -2000 rub. per ticket
4 h.
May 9 tour in Saint Petersburg: bus program, frontline halt, and fireworks from the ship. Price from 4500 ₽. Book tickets online.
From 6500 ₽ per person
Sightseeing tour + boat trip
Discount: -200 rub. per ticket
3 - 4 h.
Sightseeing tour of St. Petersburg by bus and boat: in 3.5 hours you will see the main attractions, bridges, the Neva and canals. Book tickets online with a discount.
From 3600 ₽ per person
Ice and Sky: A Winter Hovercraft Ride.
0.5 h.
Saint Petersburg is a city of bridges, and now you have a unique chance to see them from a new, fantastic perspective! We offer you not just a tour, but a high-speed journey on a hovercraft.
From 3800 ₽ per person
Boat tour "Northern Venice"
1.5 - 2 h.
The "Northern Venice" route is the most popular water excursion through the historic center of St. Petersburg. On a comfortable single-deck boat with a guide, you will sail along the Fontanka, Kryukov Canal, Moika, Winter Canal, and Neva.
From 2500 ₽ per person
Meteor from Saint Petersburg to Peterhof
1 h.
High-speed transfer to Peterhof on the Meteor or the Kotlin catamaran — the fastest and most scenic way to reach the famous imperial residence. Just 40 minutes along the Neva and the Gulf of Finland.
From 2800 ₽ per person
Meteor from St. Petersburg to Kronstadt
1 h.
Brief description: High-speed transfer to Kronstadt on new catamarans "Kotlin" (2023) or "Meteors" — the fastest way to get to the City of Naval Glory. Only 1 hour from the center of St. Petersburg to the "Island of Forts" pier.
From 3100 ₽ per person
Boat tour "Night Petersburg" with bridge raising
1 h.
a walking tour on a motor ship along the Fontanka and Neva rivers, watching the drawbridges of the Palace and Trinity Bridges. The program includes: the Summer Garden, Sheremetyev Palace, Mikhailovsky Castle, the Hermitage, the Peter and Paul Fortress, and other landmarks illuminated at night.
From 3200 ₽ per person
Grand excursion "Forgotten Islands" on a two-deck motor ship
2 h.
A big two-hour cruise on a two-deck motor ship around the forgotten islands of St. Petersburg: Kamenny, Aptekarsky, Zayachy, Yelagin. The route goes along the Neva with an exit into the Gulf of Finland. You will see the cruiser "Aurora", the Peter and Paul Fortress, and the Yelagin Palace.
From 2800 ₽ per person
Night disco on the 'Duck-a-Dance' boat under the drawbridges
2.5 h.
Night disco on the 'Duck-a-Dance' boat — a musical cruise under the drawbridges of St. Petersburg. 2.5 hours of dancing under the open sky and in an indoor hall, DJ sets with club hits, a bar with drinks. The route runs along the Neva with views of the Palace and Trinity Bridges.
From 3900 ₽ per person
Private tour of rivers and canals on the Blueberry boat
1 h.
A boat trip along the rivers and canals is a classic pastime in St. Petersburg that everyone should try. We decided to step away from the typical cruise concept and offer a more intimate yet affordable way to explore the city.
From 13990 ₽ per person
Meteor to Peterhof: the capital of fountains from the water
Discount: -300 rub. per ticket
5 h.
A trip to Peterhof on the high-speed "Meteor" from Palace Embankment - just 40 minutes, and you're in the fountain capital. A guided walk through the Lower Park awaits: the Grand Cascade, the Samson Fountain, palaces, and views of the Gulf of Finland.
From 6700 ₽ per person
"Meteor to Peterhof: Grand Palace and Fountains"
Discount: -700 rub. per ticket
6 h.
A trip to Peterhof on the high-speed “Meteor” from Dvortsovaya Pier - just 40 minutes, and you are in the capital of fountains. You will enjoy a tour of the Lower Park with access to the Gulf of Finland, as well as a visit to the ceremonial halls of the Grand Palace.
From 8800 ₽ per person
Boat tour "Imperial Petersburg"
1.15 h.
A one-hour sightseeing cruise along the Neva on a two-deck boat. From the deck, you get a wonderful view of the city's ceremonial center, its main attractions, and the unique ensemble of the Neva embankments.
From 2500 ₽ 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.
Water season in Saint Petersburg
Boat tours along the rivers and canals of Petersburg
Boat tours of Petersburg are a way to see the city from its most beautiful angle: from the Neva, rivers, and canals, you can see palaces, bridges, granite embankments, cathedrals, and panoramas of the historic center. Here you can choose a relaxing cruise on a motor ship, an evening route on the water, a private boat, or a trip to the suburbs on a high-speed meteor.
Why choose boat tours and excursions?
From the water, Petersburg reveals itself differently: palace facades are visible without the crowd in front of you, bridges become part of the route, and embankments look more majestic and spacious. A boat tour suits both a first introduction to the city and those who have already been on a sightseeing tour but want to see the center from a new angle.
This format is easy to fit into a trip: during the day you can choose a route along rivers and canals, in the evening — a cruise along the Neva and embankments, for a company — a private boat, and for a trip to the suburbs — a high-speed meteor. So the main task is not just to buy a ticket, but to choose the right scenario for your time, mood, and purpose of the trip.
It's better to choose a boat tour by scenario
For the first time, rivers and canals are suitable, for atmosphere — the evening Neva, for a personal route — a boat, for a quick trip to the suburbs — a meteor. This way it's easier not to get lost in options and choose a tour that truly fits your day in Petersburg.
What to choose: boat tour formats
For the first time
Rivers and canals of Petersburg
Suitable if you're in Petersburg for the first time and want to see the center from the water: the Fontanka, Moika, Neva, bridges, granite embankments, and main architectural panoramas.
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Evening and night
Evening Neva and drawbridge opening
A great choice for a romantic evening, a relaxing cruise after a busy day, and beautiful views of the Neva, bridges, illuminated facades, and night embankments.
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For a company
Private boat
A boat is suitable for a small company, a date, a birthday, or a photo walk. It's a more personal format without the feeling of a large group on board.
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Fast by water
Meteor to Peterhof
If you want to combine a cruise and a commute, choose the meteor. It's faster than by land, and the journey itself along the Neva and the Gulf of Finland becomes part of the experience.
Choose an excursionWhat time of day should you choose?
DAY
By day — rivers, canals and central architecture
A daytime boat tour is perfect for a first introduction to St. Petersburg from the water. Facades, bridges, embankments and architectural details are clearly visible, and the route pairs well with museums, a sightseeing tour or a walk around the city center.
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NIGHT
At night — the Neva, city lights and the atmosphere of white nights
The night boat route suits those who want to see St. Petersburg in a more majestic and romantic light. The illuminated embankments, the wide Neva and the city's main panoramas from the water look especially beautiful.
Go to the tourAnswers to questions
Which boat tour should you choose for the first time?
For the first time, it's better to choose a tour along the rivers and canals of St. Petersburg. This route passes through the historic center and lets you see the city from the water: bridges, palaces, embankments, the Fontanka, the Moika and the Neva.
How is a canal tour different from a Neva route?
A canal tour offers a more intimate route through the historic center, with narrow waterways and bridges. The Neva route is more about wide panoramas, open space, embankments and grand city views.
What's better to choose: a riverboat or a motorboat?
A riverboat is better for a classic excursion and a first introduction to the city. A motorboat is worth choosing for a small group, a date, a celebration or a trip where you want more privacy and freedom.
Is it worth taking an evening boat tour?
Yes, an evening tour is great for a relaxing atmosphere after a daytime program. The light is softer, reflections in the water are more beautiful, and the embankments and bridges look especially striking.
Can you see the drawbridges open from the water?
Yes, for that you need to choose a riverboat tour with a view of the drawbridges. The boat passes along the Neva, letting you see the main drawbridges from the deck in the night atmosphere of St. Petersburg.
How long does a boat tour last and what does it include?
Most river and canal tours last from 1 to 2 hours. The route usually includes a passage along the city's central waterways, with views of bridges, embankments, palaces and architectural panoramas of St. Petersburg.
Can you get by water to Peterhof or Kronstadt?
Yes, high-speed water routes to the suburbs are available in season. This format is convenient if you want not just to get there, but to make the journey by water part of the trip itself.
When does the navigation season start?
The navigation season usually starts in April and lasts until autumn. Exact dates, boat tour schedules and the drawbridge timetable depend on the weather, navigation and the city schedule, so it's better to check the latest information in the specific route's card before buying a ticket.
Which boat tour is suitable for visiting with children?
For children, short cruises along rivers and canals or boat routes with a covered deck are more often chosen. If you are planning a night cruise with bridge drawbridges, take into account the late departure time, the duration of the route, and the child's fatigue by evening.
Where can I see prices and buy a boat tour?
Prices, schedules, duration, dates, and availability are listed in the cards of specific routes. If you want to compare different options, go to catalog of all tours.
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