Things to Do in St. Petersburg
See the 7 must-do's in St. Petersburg.
By:
Nathan Toohey
One of the first things that strikes you when arriving in this Venice of the North (yet another of the city's monikers) is the abundance of canals that crisscross the city center. St. Petersburg's waterways set the tone of the town. From the aristocratic Griboyedov Canal to the majestic Neva River, many of the city's sights are complemented by water views.
Here are 7 must-do’s on a visit to St. Petersburg:

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4. Ogle Onion Domes by the Canal

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5. Float Your Boat on the City's Waterways

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6. Catch the Opening of the Bridges

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