Vasilyevsky Island

Vasilyevsky Island is one of the most interesting and exciting areas of the city. Hasn't, been realized as the North Venice, the region is abounds with a lot of fascinating architectural ensembles, including such "pearls" as the spit of Vasilyevsky Island (Pushkin Square), the Central Naval museum (former Exchange). St. Petersburg's State University (the building of 12 colleges). Kunstkammer. Palace of Prince Alexander Menshikov. Academy of Arts, the Mining institute and the Mining museum, etc. Every building along University embankment is a real architectural masterpiece, not speaking about numerous places of interest, monuments, plastic art works, parks, modern pedestrian areas, churches and cathedrals. The sightseeing tour around the Vasilyevsky island will bring you unforgettable impression of St. Petersburg.
There are two conveniently situated metro stations and a lot of public means of transport, which will help you to reach any desirable part of the island.