Nevsky Prospekt
What the experts agree on
Russia's most famous street winds nearly 4 miles through St. Petersburg's heart, lined with elegant cafés, shops, theaters, and cinemas. Built in the 1710s, it's a full-day exploration of the city's architectural grandeur and vibrant culture.
“St. Petersburg's most famous street, the Russian Champs-Élysées, was laid out in 1710, beginning and ending at different bends of the Neva River and just short of 5 km (3 miles) long.”
– Fodor's
3 Stars
"Nevsky Prospekt, a long 4.5 km straight line laid out in 1710s, is the city's most beautiful avenue and Petersburgers are very fond of its cafés, shops, theatres and cinemas." Full review
"It’s possible to spend the entire day exploring this three-mile stretch of St Petersburg that was cut through thick woodland in 1718." Full review
"St. Petersburg's signature thoroughfare; considered Russia's most famous street; upscale shopping and restaurants; grand palaces, museums, and cathedrals; luxury condominiums and..."