Art in St. Petersburg, where to look at famous paintings

Art in St. Petersburg, where to look at famous paintings

Saint Petersburg is a city with a rich history and cultural heritage, which is rightfully considered one of the most outstanding art centers in Russia. Here you can find many exhibition halls, museums and galleries where you can enjoy high-quality paintings and other works of art. In this article we will look at some of the most famous places in St. Petersburg where you can enjoy artifacts. If you are looking for a comfortable 4-star hotel in the center of St. Petersburg, we recommend booking the Theatre Square Hotel on the official website at a good price. 


One of the first places that is definitely worth visiting is the Hermitage. This museum is one of the most outstanding in the world, it keeps within its walls a huge collection of paintings and other works of art. Here you can see paintings by such great artists as Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Monet and others.



Another museum that deserves your attention is the Russian Museum. It is the largest museum in Russia dedicated to Russian art and culture. Here you can enjoy the works of Russian Impressionists, post-Impressionists and contemporary artists.


The Erarta Museum is the largest private museum of contemporary art in Russia, with more than 2,800 works of art created by more than 300 artists from more than 20 regions of Russia. The museum is constantly replenishing its collection, which includes paintings, graphics, sculptures, objects, installations and other types of art. Erarta is more than just a fine art gallery; it showcases the new talents of contemporary artists in Russia. Here you will have the opportunity to see the works of both famous masters and talented artists who have not yet become widely known. 


Grand Layout Russia is also a great choice if you are traveling with children. The interactive collection consists of small models of the most famous places in Russia on a scale of 1:87. This is a great way to get an idea of the size and scale of Russia's most visited and famous attractions, and it is also one of the world's largest examples of moving miniatures and figurines.


Visiting museums in St. Petersburg will appeal to any art lover. For a comfortable stay, we recommend staying in the center of St. Petersburg in the Admiralteysky district, and book a room on the official website of the Theatre Square Hotel.