Jewish Heritage Tour

Explore the history and modern life of the Saint Petersburg Jewish community on this special interest tour. Although the Jewish history of Saint Petersburg is not a long one, it was often very dramatic and featured many famous people who influenced world culture, science and history. For a detailed introduction to the local Jewish society, take our Jewish history itinerary which includes a visit to the Jewish cemetery and a Jewish community centre. An alternative version of the itinerary features a visit to the Grand Choral Synagogue and several key places connected to Jewish history.

Below is a sample 3-day itinerary of the Jewish History Tour (suitable for land and cruise visitors). Please note that sequence of inclusions may differ.

Day 1:

Morning: City Highlights tour with a focus on Jewish history

• Peter and Paul Fortress tour
• Grand Choral Synagogue tour
• Lunch (Golden Kosher Cafe or Lechaim restaurant at the Synagogue)
• Saint Isaac’s Cathedral tour
• Hermitage Museum highlights tour

Day 2:

Morning: Departure to Peterhoff

• Tour of Peterhoff fountain park
• Visit to the monument of Anton Rubenshtein
• Lunch

Afternoon: Transfer from Peterhoff to Tsarkoe Selo (Pushkin)

• Catherine Palace and gardens tour (Amber room included)
• Visit to the Holocaust Memorial and the execution grounds near Alexander Palace

Day 3:

Morning: Tour of Ethnography Museum (Jewish section)

• Yusupoff Palace tour
• Lunch
• Afternoon: Visit to the Jewish community centre on Rubinsteina street