Russian Museum

Russian Museum Russian Museum

Opened in 1898 in the Mikhaylovsky Palace. The museum houses 400, 000 exhibits. It is the largest collection of Russian art in the country, from ancient icons to the Avant-garde painting of the XX century. If you are limited on time and looking for art, this museum should be your first choice.


If you’re arriving on a cruise ship, please have a look at our list of St Petersburg Shore Excursions.
Otherwise you can choose from our packaged St Petersburg Tours.