Travel tips to travel to Russia

Russian authorities announced that the works to connect Russia and China via a new bridge have been completed. It’s 2km long and will be launched in 2020.

The “Seventh Freedom Flights” plan opens the airport of St Petersburg to low-cost airlines to operate flights between St Petersburg and 33 countries.

Finland and Russia are very close and share a land border. Finnish citizens can travel to St Petersburg by car, train, and ferry as well as by plane.

The government has announced the modernization of 40 Far East airports. Find out how this will affect international tourism and local transport.

Find internet connection advice for Russia, including how to connect to the WiFi while in Russia and what is the mobile internet connection like in Russia.

Entering St Petersburg via land, air, water: travel options for St Petersburg, including St Petersburg’s point of entry, prices, and visa policy.

Read about the Russian currency and practical advice for exchanging money in Russia. Learn about the different accepted methods of payment in Russia.

St. Petersburg has won the accolade of being Europe’s leading destination. Find out more about Russia’s second city and why it won the World Tourism Award.

Learn about the visa application services provided by Russian consulates and where to find the numerous Russian embassies located around the world.