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Evening

Golden Hour at the Summer Garden

Catch the last warm light of the day in the historic Summer Garden, then head to a nearby spot for dinner and a drink as the city lights up.

Best time: 16:30About 240 min

Timeline

  1. 15:45

    Traveling Sack for a Pregnant Spy

    Start with a bite at Traveling Sack for a Pregnant Spy. This quirky Russian restaurant serves decent food in a gallery of weird spy-kitsch decor. No wifi, so you can truly disconnect.

  2. 16:15

    Summer Garden

    Walk to the Summer Garden. Arrive just in time to see the sun set toward the SW, casting a golden glow over the historic island between the Neva, Fontanka, Moika, and the Swan Canal.

  3. 17:00

    Baku

    Head to Baku for dinner. The interior is modeled after the palaces of the Shirvan Shahs, offering an impressive setting for some of the city's best-reviewed cuisine.

  4. 18:00

    Daiquiri Bar

    End the night with a unique cocktail at Daiquiri Bar. This upscale spot serves distinctive drinks in a relaxed atmosphere.

Local tip

The Summer Garden is a peaceful escape from the city bustle. After sunset, the area becomes darker, so stay aware of your surroundings when heading to your next stop.

Check before you go

  • Traveling Sack for a Pregnant Spy: Mon-Fri 11:00-01:00 (kitchen closes at 23:30); Sat Sun 12:00-02:00.
  • Baku: 12:00-02:00.
  • Daiquiri Bar: 16:00-04:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Saint Petersburg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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