Why choose a Peterhof Park with fountains tour in St Petersburg

If you visit St. Petersburg, you must take a Peterhof Park with fountains tour in St Petersburg, which comprises a complex of palaces, gardens and fountains that was the residence of the Russian tzars. It is a must-see for the first-time adult visitors and tourists with children as nothing under the sun can be compared with Peterhof Lower Park with fountains in the vicinities of St Petersburg, even famous French Versailles looks a bit pale.

What to see during Peterhof Park with fountains tour in St Petersburg?

The palaces and museums:

• The Grand Palace is a royal residence. It's right in the middle of Peterhof Lower Park. It rises above the park and the so-called Grand Cascade.

• Other palaces and museums can be found. Many more modest buildings, museums and churches may be found throughout the Peterhof itself, such as the Palace of Farmers, Marly Palace, Cottage Palace, Church Wing, The Museum of Collectioners, The Museum of Playing Cards, and so on.

The gardens and fountains:

The gardens and fountains of Peterhof are more interesting than the palaces or the complex's museums:

• The Upper Park: has five fountains and is positioned near the park's entrance. You can get inside for free.

• The Lower Park: It is much more impressive, an admission grants access to the park with the numerous palaces and buildings, as well as the world's largest complex of fountains with the total area of more than 100 hectares. The water sources used come from natural springs. There are numerous different fountains and cascades, such as the Grand Cascade, Golden Cascade, Dragon and Lion Cascades. There are also many trick fountains for the children.

We hope that this guide has helped you organize your Peterhof Park with fountains tour in St Petersburg. Have you been there? You can share your experience in the comments section below...