Pavlovskiy Park surrounds Pavlovsk Palace at Sadovaya Ulitsa, 20, in St Petersburg. Come for a walk among its carefully tended, forest-like trees, then visit the palace for grand rooms with detailed ceilings, inlaid floors, chandeliers and artwork. The palace also has its own theatre, and you can pay extra to see the dowager empress’s private apartments. Summer brings flowers and green lawns; in winter, snow and ice change the character of the park.
The park and its design
Pavlovskiy Park covers more than 600 hectares. Its layout dates to 1780 and was designed by Charles Cameron, who planned the grounds and the first landscape compositions along the Slavyanka River. The park’s classical buildings include the Apollo Colonnade and the Temple of Friendship.
The grounds combine managed gardens with areas of trees that feel more like woodland. In summer, flowers and green spaces bring colour to walks, and some areas are suitable for sitting on the grass. Winter brings snow and ice to the paths and trees.
Inside Pavlovsk Palace
The palace’s rooms are known for their detailed ceilings, inlaid floors, chandeliers and artwork. A visit can also include its theatre. For a closer look at royal life, there is an option to pay extra to see the private apartments of the dowager empress.
FAQ
What can you see at Pavlovskiy Park?
The grounds include woodland-like areas, gardens and classical buildings such as the Apollo Colonnade and the Temple of Friendship. Pavlovsk Palace has ornate rooms and a theatre.
Can you visit the dowager empress’s apartments?
Yes. Access to the private apartments requires an additional payment.
What is Pavlovskiy Park like in winter?
The park takes on a snowy, icy character in winter. In summer, its gardens have flowers and green spaces.
Where is Pavlovskiy Park?
It is at Sadovaya Ulitsa, 20, in St Petersburg.
