Summer garden. How to get there and how to find it in St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg is a tourist city. At any time of the year, thousands of people from all over the world can be found here. All of them come here to experience an indescribable atmosphere, to see the most famous treasures of architecture and culture of this city. His history is interesting and unusual. Exposed in the middle of a swamp at the behest of one man, the city throughout its existence is famous throughout the world and is one of the most visited places among tourists from all over the world.

Excursions and independent walks

Undoubtedly, every resident and visitor of the city will necessarily fall into the Summer Garden. How to get to this popular place? Tourists and residents of the city can take advantage of one of the sightseeing tours that cover all major attractions. It is very convenient and informative. During the trip, an experienced guide will tell you about the history and interesting facts about places that can be seen outside the bus windows.

However, not only from the windows of the bus it is worth visiting the Summer Garden. How to get there during the tour, we reviewed. For independent travelers, there are other options. The Summer Garden is located in close proximity to the metro stations "Nevsky Prospekt" and "Gostiny Dvor". A walking tour is a good way to get to the Summer Garden. How to get to the place from the subway? The easiest way is to go up from Nevsky Prospect, towards Neva, along the Fontanka embankment or the Griboedov Canal. In the first case, the Summer Garden can not be missed - it will start on the left side of the river. In the second variant, you should go to the Manezh Square and turn right - to the Field of Mars. After it begins the Summer Garden.

A walking tour is not the only way to visit the Summer Garden. How to get to it from the Neva? Already from the banks of the Hare Island you can see the openwork grille and lush greenery on the opposite side. You can go there on the Trinity Bridge, admiring parallel beautiful view of the delta of the Neva.

What is so famous for the Summer Garden? This green oasis in the heart of the city has always been attractive for tourists and locals. The romantic mood of shady avenues, stunning sculptures of white marble - all this can not fail to impress at the first acquaintance. Many famous paintings, postcards and literary works contain references to the Summer Garden.

On his territory he collected a large number of sculptural compositions, beautiful fountains, rooms of the Bird's yard, a natural pond in which white swans swim.

Working hours of the Summer Garden

For visitors of all ages, free admission to the Summer Garden is provided. The official website helps to get acquainted with official events and events held on its territory. The summer period is undoubtedly the best for visiting the Summer Garden. The mode of operation (2013) depends on the season. From May 1 to September 30, visitors can walk around the territory from 10 am to 10 pm. In the autumn-winter period from October 1 to March 31 - from 10 am to 8 pm. In April of each year, the Summer Garden is closed to dry. Keep this in mind when planning your trips.