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Smol'nyy Cathedral

Tourist attraction Russian orthodox church

One of the Most Reviewed Russian orthodox churches in Saint Petersburg


Address

Ploshchad' Rastrelli, 1, St Petersburg, Russia, 191124

Website

smolnyspb.ru

Contact

+7 812 900-70-15

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (8.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Monday: 8 am to 8 pm
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 8 pm

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  • 5/5 Vincent O. 4 years ago on Google • 2436 reviews
    Truly a "wow" from afar and inside. Probably one of the most beautiful cathedrals I have seen with the calm blue exterior and the "pure" white ( and some gold) interior. The Cathedral was founded in 1748 by the empress Elizabeth Petrovna and was consecrated on July 20, 1835. There are scheduled visits to the belfry. Around the main cathedral are several other buildings that also served as a girls school. Definitely worth a visit.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ahmet İhsan K. 2 years ago on Google • 209 reviews
    The interior of the church is not so special but the design and ornaments of the building is ravishing. You can use the stairs inside the church to climb top of the building. It takes some effort but the view is worth it.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elizaveta C. 2 years ago on Google • 187 reviews
    Sobor is very beautiful inside. The central part was under renovation, but still there was a lot to see. Observation deck is needed to visit as well. It is better to go up there when there’s good visibility.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shawn 4 years ago on Google • 1059 reviews
    Beautiful Smol’nyy. You have to wear Long pants and cover your head for ladies. The top is accessible for a fee. The place is very very beautiful with a back garden. Highly recommended as not much tourist around and you can enjoy the place taking photos.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 CK C. 3 months ago on Google • 1000 reviews New
    Beautiful elegant looking church. Clean charming pale blue facade
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jonathan H. 3 years ago on Google • 141 reviews
    A true gem! It's a bit far from the city center but it's definitely one of the most beautiful cathedral in St.Peterburg. You can go the top of the tower by a small price which would be contributed to the maintenance.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Iolanta C. 5 years ago on Google • 66 reviews
    It's not quite like the other cathedrals in Russia. It has more elegant decorating. Though one part is still under reconstruction, you can walk inside and see white walls with golden images of the saints. Also you can take around 280 steps up to the bell tower, to see the city.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 옴뇸뇸뇸 5 years ago on Google
    It has been under restoration and you’ll see only white wall at inside. But the best part of this place is that you can access on the top with 150 RUB. The route is quite hard but the view will make you feel good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jabar S. 2 years ago on Google • 120 reviews
    Amazing exteriors and interiors. Must visit. Beautiful it is.

  • 5/5 Ashkan N. 4 years ago on Google • 33 reviews
    This church and the story behind it make me really surprised. U must visit here , the vibe and the architect will blow your mind. Honestly is worth to visit this church . Btw You cant fly anydrones in this area!

  • 4/5 Alina K. 3 years ago on Google • 7 reviews
    An amazing view from the top! Good alternative for Isaac's cathedral. Entrance for the belfry is free students (150 for adults)

  • 5/5 Bela L. 2 years ago on Google
    Fascinating bright church better to see in sunny day. It was founded by Peter the Great's daughter - impératrice Elisabeth for herself in 18th century. But little later she desided to base here the first female University in Russia. Till then, every graduated yang woman here they called 'slavyanka' by the cathedral.

  • 5/5 Rasmus Kastbjerg H. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful church. I like that the interior is not overly decorated. Bell tower is also worth a visit

  • 5/5 D D. 2 years ago on Google
    The most beautiful place I've ever seen

  • 5/5 Kristina G. 3 years ago on Google
    Cathedral is under reconstruction now but you are still able to go inside. Also it’s possible to go on a belfry (150₽)

  • 5/5 Laura B. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful church located near a very nice park, definitely worth a visit


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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