Explore the primary imperial residence in St. Petersburg of the House of Yusupov on a tour of Yusupov Palace with a professional guide. Learn more about the death of the mystic Grigori Rasputin at the Murder of Rasputin exhibition.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Starting times 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, German, Italian, French
Experience
Highlights
- Visit the imperial Yusupov Palace with a professional guide
- Learn about the life of the young Prince Felix Yusupov
- See where the mystic Grigori Rasputin was murdered
Full description
Upon arrival, visit the Small Hall to admire the walls decorated with photographs of old St. Petersburg sights in the 20th century. Look at historical photos of the last owners of the palace, Zinaida and Felix Yusupov.
Learn more about the legendary mystic and self-proclaimed holy man, Grigori Rasputin and explore his relationship with the church hierarchy, metropolitan society and royal family. See a recreation of the night he was murdered at the palace and look at old photographs of those involved in his death.
Discover a collection of books, articles and memoirs that were published abroad, with inconsistent descriptions of the tragedy at Yusupov Palace.
Includes
- Private professional licensed guide
- Entrance to the museum at Yusupov Palace and the Murder of Rasputin exhibition
- Taxes
- Meals and drinks
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting point
Just in front of the Yusupov Palace, at the address: embankment river Moyka, 94, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 190000.
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Know before you go
- This is a private tour
- The guided tour will take around 1.5 - 2 hours
- Bring valid ID
- This tour is available for all hotel guests and for tourists with a Russian visa
