Is it safe to walk around St Petersburg at night?

Travelling in Russia is generally very safe. Large cities like St Petersburg are especially safe for travellers both during the day and at night. One issue to be aware of though are pickpockets. Since tourists in the city are usually all in the same popular location in the centre, pickpockets know well who to target.

How many days do you need in St. Petersburg?

How Many Days Should I Spend in St Petersburg? Three days is a must, as there is so much to do and see. Its best to gauge your stay on how much time it will take to do all the main sites. A 4 Day itinerary will allow you to complete a day trip to Catherines Palace or The Peterhof Grand Palace.