The State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg

The Hermitage, an incredible museum and possibly the best or one of the best in the world. A visit to this museum is an absolute must for any tourist visiting St. Petersburg. The building itself is impressively beautiful outside and inside, and the rooms and hallways are the most decorated areas I have ever seen. Literally every square centimeter in this building is decorated and adorned, and you will be impressed with every room you walk into. Paintings and artwork in the museum are impressive too and they have some very unique pieces from different times in Russia as well as abroad. Also check out the souvenir shop near the exit, it's affordable and has some interesting items. I visited in the winter and lines were short in the morning. It probably gets very busy in the summer so I recommend visiting early right after opening or buying a ticket online to skip the long lines in the summer.

Hermitage is an important place to visit. We had a really long queue to stay to get in ( about 3 hours). But if you go through the arch there are several machine for the tickets which can really help you to economies your time. The best way is still to by online, then you will not need to wait at whole. Incide building itself is impressive, not saying about the expositions. Do not try to cross it whole in a one day, it is impossible.

I spent a full day at the Hermitage and even that wasn’t enough. As I visited in Winter queues were not long at all. Decided not to book a guided tour as i rather explore museums myself. Recommended is to have a plan of what you want to see beforehand in order to make the most out of your visit. I went on a Thursday but if you go on a Wednesday night you can see the clock in operation at 8pm. The Hermitage is definitely worth a visit!!!!

Definitely one of the most notable museums in Russia! I even dare to say this might very well be the dearest to me in whole Eastern Europe. Outstanding collection of various art pieces, and outstanding queues as well. Save 2 (at least) to 5 (I mean it!) days for Hermitage, you'll love every corner of it!

One of the most beautiful museums in the world! If you are in Saint Petersburg, you must visit the Hermitage. The exterior is amazing and the interior is spectacular! Went during the winter and there wasn’t a massive line outside. I would recommend buying your ticket in advance to avoid the long lines especially during the high season. But definitely worth a visit!