A masterpiece of Russian Baroque, the Catherine Palace is one of greater St. Petersburg's main sites, interesting on its own and as the epicentre of Russian history for several centuries. Our guide will recount the history of the palace itself (while moving through its halls and rooms, including the rooms of the Golden Enfilade, the famous Amber Room, the Blue Chinese Drawing-Room, and others) as well as dramatic events from Russian history.

A stroll through the Catherine and Alexander Parks is a mandatory part of the tour in summer.