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Menshikov Palace

Меншиковский дворец

This Baroque palace, built for a close associate of Peter the Great in 1710-1714, became the first stone building of the city. Now it is home to a museum run by the Hermitage, which displays art and culture of the early 18th century.

  • Limited wheelchair access
Address
Universitetskaya Embankment (Университетская наб.), 15
Hours
Tue-Sun 10:30-17:30

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Updated 28 Sept 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.