About
The State Hermitage Museum stands on the Palace Embankment in Saint Petersburg, Russia, at number 2, on the bank of the River Neva. It is one of the largest and oldest museums in the world, with a collection of over 3 million works of art and cultural artifacts. It was founded in 1764 by Catherine the Great.
The museum is also known as the Winter Palace, the building in which much of the collection is displayed. A visit is as much about the rooms themselves as about the objects in them, so allow time to wander between the galleries rather than planning a single short look.
What a visit offers
- Scale: with more than 3 million items, no single trip can cover everything, so it helps to choose a few areas in advance.
- The building: the Winter Palace is part of the experience, with its grand interiors and views over the Neva.
- Variety: the collection spans many periods and cultures, from ancient artifacts to later works of art.
Around the museum
The Palace Embankment places the museum within walking distance of the river and the city centre of Saint Petersburg. Pairing a visit with a stroll along the Neva makes a full half-day or day out.
For questions before you go, the museum can be reached by telephone at +7 812 710-9079.
