Peter and Paul Fortress

Visit the historic Peter and Paul Fortress, the birthplace of Saint Petersburg and a symbol of the city's foundation by Peter the Great in 1703. Explore its ancient walls, bastions, and cathedrals, and learn about the fortress's role in Russian history, from its origins as a strategic fortress to its later use as a political prison and military museum. Climb the bell tower of the Peter and Paul Cathedral for panoramic views of the city, and discover the final resting place of Russian tsars and royalty within its hallowed walls.