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St. Petersburg is in the UTC+3 time zone.
St. Petersburg is Russia’s second largest city and a hotbed of culture. Located on the Baltic Sea coast of the Gulf of Finland, it was founded in 1703 by Russian tsar Peter I the Great and is one of the most beautiful and historically significant cities in the country.
The city is known for its architectural marvels and outstanding museums, theatres, parks, and historical and cultural monuments. St. Petersburg is often called the ‘Northern Capital’ and the ‘Venice of the North’ because of its canals, rivers, and bridges.
Unique atmosphere combines historical heritage, modern trends, and the spirit of romance. Visiting St. Petersburg will be a bright and unforgettable event.
The weather in the city can vary in September, so we recommend always carrying an umbrella or raincoat with you. The average temperature in September in St. Petersburg is +12–15 degrees Celsius.
The electrical network voltage in the Russian Federation is 220 V (50–60 Hz). The most common types of sockets are C and F.
If you plan to take electrical appliances with you that require higher voltage, or you need a different type of outlet, we recommend taking an adapter with you on your trip.
Operators in St. Petersburg provide a wide range of mobile services based on GSM, UMTS, and LTE standards. Guests can purchase SIM cards from local mobile operators at mobile phone stores. All mobile operators provide mobile Internet services.
MegaFon: spb.megafon.ru
MTS: spb.mts.ru
Beeline: spb.beeline.ru
Tele2: spb.tele2.ru
Yota: yota.ru
Russian law requires a person to be physically present with either a Russian or foreign passport in order to purchase a SIM card and conclude an agreement for the provision of mobile communication services.
The official currency in Russia is the Russian rouble with banknotes in denominations of 10, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1,000, 2,000, and 5,000 roubles. Current information on exchange rates can be obtained on the website of the Central Bank of Russia: cbr.ru
Please note the following restrictions when exchanging currency:
Given the current restrictions on the use of foreign bank cards in Russia, we recommend that you carry cash with you for the entire duration of your stay in Russia.
In Russia, the cards of the Mir and UnionPay payment systems work using any currency without any restrictions. Participants are advised to apply for a card or bring an existing card of any of these payment systems with them, if possible.
Please note that the UnionPay payment system just recently began working in Russia, so there may occasionally be issues or rejected transactions when using cards of this payment system.
In the event of an emergency, please contact the following municipal services for help:
112
24 hours
Municipal Centre for Lost Documents and Phones
+7 (812) 336 5109
Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00
Municipal Tourist Information Bureau
+7 (812) 242 3906
Mon–Sat 10:00–19:00
Information Service about Drug Availability at Pharmacies
+7 (812) 246 1111
The Fourth Eurasian Women’s Forum will take place at several major convention and cultural venues in the historical centre of St. Petersburg: Tavricheskiy Palace, the Universe of Water museum complex.
There are bank offices, public institutions, and pharmacies nearby.
A park where numerous writers and composers have drawn inspiration. A great place to sit and read a book, feed the ducks, or breathe in the fresh air.
4A, Potyomkinskaya Street Hours: 05:30–00:00
The orangery is rightfully considered one of the oldest orangeries in St. Petersburg. It is home to rare flowers and plants and is also a popular place for photo shoots.
2, Potyomkinskaya Street Hours may vary; for details, check the website tavr-orangery.ru
The Garden of Friendship was a gift from Shanghai to commemorate the 300th anniversary of St. Petersburg. The garden is a smaller replica of the Yu Garden, which translates as ‘Garden of Joy’.
15–17, Liteyny Avenue 24 hours
A functioning Orthodox church located near the left bank of the Neva River. The architectural monument was built in the Baroque style. The cathedral is an example of the combination of ancient Russian and Western European architectural traditions.
1, Rastrelli Square Mon–Sat 08:00–20:00Sun 07:00–20:00
St. Petersburg is home to such attractions as: the Hermitage, Winter Palace, Russian Museum, Peter and Paul Fortress, the St. Isaac’s and Kazan Cathedrals, Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Alexander Park, Park of the 300th Anniversary of St. Petersburg, and much more.
The city is also famous for its rich cultural life, including world festivals, opera and ballet performances, classical music concerts, exhibitions etc.
