Have you explored most parts of Saint-Petersburg yet? Are you eager to feel new vivid sensations? If both answers are «Yes», then it’s high time you were on the way to the places near St. Petersburg. Kronstadt, Peterhof, or even the Oreshek fortress are waiting for you to admire them. There are different ways to get there but what could be more exciting, unusual, and even a bit pompous than taking hydrofoils in St. Petersburg?
Advantages of meteors over other means of transport:
- Hydrofoil boat in St. Petersburg is the fastest way to get to the suburbs of the city.
- During the trip there is an opportunity to enjoy beautiful views of the city center and the Gulf of Finland.
- The boat’s capacity is limited, so all passengers have their personal seats. You won’t have to stand the whole way to the destination.
- High level of service — while you are getting to your destination, you can order snacks or drinks at the bar.
- A meteor boat in St. Petersburg usually departs from the city center — the points of departure are Palace or Admiralty Embankments.
- Affordable ticket prices for the locals and tourists as well.
Destinations:
- Peterhof — this is the most popular place with tourists during the warm season. However, even for many residents of the city, it is not entirely clear how to get to Peterhof on a meteor. If you want to have a hydrofoil ride in St. Petersburg, the boat leaves for Peterhof every 30 minutes from the Palace Embankment. Just imagine that in 35 minutes you will be in Peterhof.
- Kronstadt — the majestic walled city, is famous for its military forts and the incomparable Naval Cathedral. You can also visit it on a meteor (the ride is about 50 minutes) and you are already there, walking around the city-museum of Kronstadt.
- The fortress Oreshek — this excursion will allow you to get acquainted with the fort of the 13th century, admire the beautiful landscapes, and learn a lot of interesting things from the history of Russia. The average journey time is 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to buy a meteor ticket to Peterhof:
It is cheaper and more convenient to buy meteor tickets to Peterhof online on the official website — do not hesitate, the price will be quite agreeable. After the purchase, a boarding pass for the Peterhof Express will be sent to the e-mail. You don't need to print anything, just show the ticket on the smartphone screen when boarding. It is advisable to buy a ticket to the boat trip in advance. We hope that now you understand how to get to Peterhof or another iconic city near St. Petersburg by a meteor.
