The Dostoevsky Museum is at Kuznechnyy Pereulok, 5/2, in St Petersburg, in the apartment where Fyodor Dostoevsky lived from 1878 until his death in 1881. Its two parts trace his writing and recreate the family home. See manuscripts and art related to his work, then look around the restored apartment, including his study and personal belongings. Interactive displays explore his life, and temporary exhibitions add a changing focus. Guided tours can help place the rooms and objects in context; check ahead for language options.
The apartment on Kuznechnyy Pereulok
Dostoevsky rented the apartment at Kuznechnyy Pereulok twice. He lived there from 1878 until his death in 1881. The museum has been restored to recreate the family home, with the study and personal belongings among its rooms.
The apartment gives the literary displays a domestic setting. It is a place to look at the writer’s working life alongside objects associated with his family.
Exhibitions and tours
A separate part of the museum focuses on Dostoevsky’s literary legacy, with manuscripts and art connected to his work. Interactive displays cover his life, while temporary exhibitions can take up subjects such as his time in Florence.
Guided tours add context to the rooms and collection. The museum also has an audioguide; check which language options are available before your visit, since translations may not cover all material.
FAQ
Where is the Dostoevsky Museum?
It is at Kuznechnyy Pereulok, 5/2, in St Petersburg. Dostoevskaya is the nearest metro station.
Is the Dostoevsky Museum in his former home?
Yes. Dostoevsky lived in the apartment from 1878 until his death in 1881, and the museum recreates the family home.
What can you see at the museum?
The collection includes manuscripts, art connected to Dostoevsky, interactive displays about his life, and a restored apartment with his study and personal belongings.
Is the museum open every day?
No. It is closed on Mondays and on the last Wednesday of each month. Check the museum’s website before setting out.
