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90000 Russia to liberalize entry for foreigners in 2021, here’s how it will work — RT Russia News 90001 90002 Every Russian city will be within easy reach for many foreign tourists starting from January 2021, with the e-visa itself costing no more than $ 50. Here’s what we know so far about the large-scale entry visa reform. 90003 90002 From January 1, 2021, many visitors to Russia will be able to travel to any Russian city using a one-time electronic visa (e-visa). The associated bill passed a first reading at the State Duma on June 23.The law is set to affect the current regulations, under which visitors from 53 countries are already allowed to enter Russia via an existing e-visa — however, they can only visit a small number of regions: the Kaliningrad Region, the Far Eastern Federal District , the Leningrad Region and its main city, St. Petersburg. 90003 90006 How can you get the e-visa? 90007 90002 According to the text of the bill, travelers will be able to apply for an electronic visa on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.Processing is promised to take no more than four calendar days. The one-time entry e-visa will be valid for up to 60 days following a successful application. However, the duration of the actual stay must not exceed 16 days. 90003 Also on rt.com Russia’s visa liberalization speeds up with simplification of requirements for foreign visitors with Russian relatives 90006 How much will it cost? 90007 90002 According to Deputy Foreign Minister Evgeniy Ivanov, the e-visa will cost no more than $ 50, with the cost waived for children under six.90003 90006 Who will be eligible? 90007 90002 An updated list of countries has not yet been approved by the Foreign Ministry, Ivanov says. However, the government will use the current list of 53 countries as a starting point. It is possible that the list will be expanded, but it is unknown at this time what other countries may be included. 90003 90002 Russia currently has a no-visa regime for 60 countries, Ivanov notes. Citizens from 44 countries on the Foreign Ministry’s list can enter without a visa under special conditions using all passport types.A visa is also not required for the remaining 16 countries, with their citizens using a diplomatic or work passport. 90003 90002 Ivanov said that, starting in 2021, citizens from 113 countries will be able to enter Russia without the need for a paper visa. 90003 90002 Read more 90003 90024 90024 90006 What about multiple-entry visas? 90007 90002 Russia’s Foreign Ministry has been actively working on a bill to approve multiple-entry tourist visas, with stays of up to six months.However, it is currently unclear whether or not these visas will be electronic. Under the new proposal, visitors would only have to provide proof of booking or residence for the duration of their stay, according to the deputy foreign minister. Should the bill pass, visitors would be able to remain on Russian territory continuously for up to three months. Additionally, the visa may be extended for up to one year — sometimes up to five years, pending approval from the appropriate government bodies.90003 90002 A further bill is also currently being formulated, which would allow non-Russian family members of Russian citizens to apply for extended-stay multiple-entry visas, provided they obtain a written invitation from their Russian relatives. A document of this type currently requires approval from the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs. The current proposal is to extend the period of continued stay on Russian territory to one year from the current 90 days, without any additional restrictions.90003 90002 This originally appeared at https://www.rbth.com/ 90003.90000 No illuminated European landmarks for St. Petersburg victims — RT Viral 90001 90002 Eleven were killed and 51 injured in a suspected suicide bomb blast inside a train in the St. Petersburg Metro, but you will not see the expression of solidarity in European cities often displayed when other nations suffer similar heinous attacks. 90003 90002 90005 UPDATE: Eiffel Tower to dim its lights for St. Petersburg attack victims after public outcry 90006 90003 90002 That fact was not lost on the curious few who took to Twitter to question if Paris, Berlin, London or other Western capitals would be granting the victims of Russia the same acknowledgement given to so many in the wake of several terrorist attacks.90003 90010 90011 Curious to see if EiffelTower, Brandenburg Gate will bear the Russian flag tonight in solidarity after terror attackhttps: //t.co/gzfHfRulRp 90003 — Bojan Pancevski (@bopanc) April 3 2017 90013 90002 90005 READ MORE: MSM raise ‘false flag’ conspiracy following St. Petersburg Metro blast 90006 90003 90002 Many world leaders expressed their condolences with those impacted by the attack, including the Paris mayor, Anne Hidalgo. 90003 90002 However, no landmark was decorated with Russia’s national colours Monday evening, although some creative types did try their best to rectify the snub.90003 90022 90011 So, let’s see whether they light up the Eiffel Tower in the Russian national colours for the terrorist attack in #SaintPetersburg … 90003 — Chris Westinghouse (@DocProdigi) April 3 2017 90013 90002 90005 READ MORE: 11 killed, 51 injured in St. Petersburg Metro blast (GRAPHIC IMAGES) 90006 90003 90002 Germany’s Brandenburg Gate has a history of showing solidarity with nations after similar attacks in Paris, Brussels, London, Orlando, Istanbul, Nice and Jerusalem, according to Berliner-Zeitung, but a senate speaker from the German press agency said the landmark would not radiate the Russian national colours because St.Petersburg is not a partner city of Berlin, and 90031 «exceptions should only be made in exceptional cases.» 90032 90003 90022 90011 It’s puzzling, and not smart, that the Brandenburg Gate was not lit up in the colors of the Russian flag tonight. 90003 — Leonid Bershidsky (@Bershidsky) April 3 2017 90013 90002 Israel, however, did express its condolences and solidarity with the victims of the attack by lighting up city hall in Tel Aviv with the colours of the Russian flag. 90003 90002 90005 Follow RT’s LIVE UPDATES 90006 90003 90002 90045 90046 90003.90000 Travel Tips to Know Before You Go 90001 90002 90003 90004 St. Petersburg is a gem of world culture and Russia’s most European city «~ Valentina Matviyenko. 90005 90006 90007 90003 90009 Ever wondered what the secret is to having the most enjoyable trip possible? Welcome to my «Be Invisible» series — your ultimate guide for how to avoid looking like a tourist on your next adventure and guaranteed to boost your entire travel experience. 90010 90006 90003 90009 Bursting with helpful tips and tricks, I’ve asked locals from particular cities around the world to share their insider knowledge on the best ways travellers can become «invisible» when visiting their city and enjoy it like a local.If you’re ready to challenge travel stereotypes, overcome language barriers and embrace what I like to call invisible tourism, you’ve come to the right place! 90010 90006 90016 90017 90018 90019 90004 90009 This do’s and dont’s in Russia guide was written by Lesia from Dutch Wannabe. The best way to see St. Petersburg is by being an invisible tourist, so I’m very excited to share her top Russia travel tips and advice for how to best blend in amongst locals. These tips also provide a great insight to Russian values ​​and culture.90010 90005 90003 90004 90009 If you’re planning a trip to St. Petersburg, these tips for visiting Russia from a local’s perspective will help you have a more enjoyable experience and know what to expect before you go. Read on for more! 90010 90005 90006 90030 90031 90032 90033 90003 90006 90036 Pin me to Pinterest for later! 📌 90003 If there is one city in Russia you should visit at least once in your lifetime, it would have to be St. Petersburg. Hailed ‘Northern Venice’, St.Petersburg has long earned its reputation as the cultural jewel of Russia. The city inspired by the Amsterdam canals is still relatively new: just over 316 years old. But for such a short time it has amassed a stunning amount of cultural heritage and has even been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. 90006 90003 Sure, it’s not the easiest place to get to thanks to special visa requirements, and, well, let’s face it, the travel distance. Even so, it gets more and more tourists eager to explore the museums, palace grounds and city streets.Most of them stick out like a sore thumb. 90006 90003 But I’ll let you in on a secret — acting a bit more like a local will not be such a hurdle after you read these Russia travel tips. Since I’m a St. Petersburg native, you can trust me on this. And if this post inspires you to venture to St. Petersburg, you might like my 3 day St. Petersburg itinerary. 90006 90003 90044 90006 90003 There are quite a few cultural do’s and don’ts in Russia that can be applied to visiting St. Petersburg. This guide will help you handle public transport like a pro, learn how to eat Russian food the correct way, discover the right lifestyle and how to get a basic grasp of the Russian language.90006 90048 90004 1. Do be mindful of the foot traffic on Nevsky Prospekt 90005 90051 90003 There is no easier way to tell a tourist apart from the general crowd than to walk through Nevsky Prospekt. St. Petersburg’s central avenue is long and wide, and gets a ton of footfall from tourists and locals alike. That means, however, that when people suddenly stop in the middle of the road, they cause hold-ups and frustration to everyone else. 90006 90003 Nevsky is not the kind of place where you can stand in the middle of the road to snap a picture of the facade.If you’d like to stop, veer to the side of the building or the road-side, allowing others to pass next to you. This small but thoughtful act will be appreciated by the locals and will set you apart from the general tourist crowd. 90006 90003 90057 90006 90048 90004 2. Do use the metro to get around 90005 90051 90003 St. Petersburg’s metro system is absolutely fantastic. The underground trains run every 2 to 3 minutes, the stations are beautiful and the network can get you anywhere in the city.The stations in the city centre are open till 12:30 AM, and they’re very safe. While in St. Petersburg, make use of the metro if you want to travel like a local and blend in. 90006 90048 90004 3. Do know your way around the metro escalators 90005 90051 90003 Most of the metro stations are nestled deep in the ground, meaning the escalator ride alone might take about two minutes. When you’re descending, stick to the right to let all those in a hurry through. When going up, people usually take up the whole escalator because no one wants to go up all the way.90006 90048 90004 4. Do not smile on public transport 90005 90051 90003 Smiling on public transport or greeting strangers with a smile is a dead giveaway. This habit will most likely be knocked right out of you as soon as you enter the metro. We Russians are known for our golden hearts but grumpy exteriors. 90006 90003 Quite honestly, smiling at other people is considered weird behaviour, implying that you either find something funny in their appearance or are being odd. This kind of behaviour is considered invasive, which means you will quickly catch on once you notice the way other Russians keep to themselves.90006 90079 St. Petersburg Metro Station (Credit: Pixabay) 90080 READ MORE: Crucial Do’s and Don’ts in Japan to Know Before You Go 90081 90080 READ MORE: Essential Tallinn Travel Tips to Know Before You Go 90081 90048 90004 5. Do just forget about bus schedules 90005 90051 90003 The bus will come when it comes, and the announcements are in Russian only. That’s why traveling by metro is especially convenient. If you want to travel by buses and trams anyway, better turn on your GPS and watch your route on Google Maps to make sure you get where you want to go.90006 90003 By the same method you can also use a ‘marshrutka’ which is a commercial minibus, going by the same routes as the buses but a bit faster and for a higher price. The downside is that it does not stop unless you ask the driver to stop in a certain location. Too scared? You can always resort to sweating nervously until someone local calls the minibus to a jarring halt. 90006 90048 90004 6. Do not get stranded on Vasilievsky Island 90005 90051 90003 If you want to pass for a local, you’ve got to remember that the bridges over the Neva river part to let the big ships sail through for several hours during the night.So if you’re out for a night on the town and have to make your way back to Vasilievsky Island, you might be in for a bit of a wait. The schedule can be found here. 90006 90003 90099 90006 90048 90004 7. Do try and get used to a 3-course lunch 90005 90051 90003 Lunch is a big deal in Russia. If you want to eat like a local, try eating a three-course meal like we do. Usually Russian lunch consists of a salad, a hot soup and the so-called ‘seconds’ which is a meat dish with a side. Afterwards, we still drink tea and have dessert.90006 90003 P.S .: It might seem a bit excessive, but it’s actually a great way to live. I have not even realised no one else was eating so much during lunch until I moved to the Netherlands where they literally eat one sandwich during lunchtime. 90006 90048 90004 8. Do eat traditional food where the locals are 90005 90051 90003 Eat traditional Russian food like a local. For everything to do with pancakes, head over to Teremok. The fast food chain serves pancakes, dumplings ( ‘pelmeni’), basic soups and salads, and it’s McDonald’s biggest competitor.90006 90003 For a variety of tasty pies try Stolle ( ‘Штолла’). This is the perfect place to try savoury pies with cabbage, potato, fish, meat, and others. 90006 90003 If you’d like to dine in a typical self-service canteen, head to any Stolovaya ( ‘Їдальня’). You can usually choose your meal step-by-step, starting with salads, soups and proceeding to hot meals and desserts. With a side of rye bread, of course. 90006 90003 90120 90006 90080 READ MORE: 10 Easy Solutions to Travel & Avoid Contributing to Overtourism 90081 90080 READ MORE: Spend a Weekend in Bruges with this Fairytale Itinerary 90081 90048 90004 9.Do enjoy tea time together with dessert 90005 90051 90003 If you want to drink tea like a local, you need to know this. Russians do not generally drink tea with their milk. So if you are ordering tea anywhere but perhaps the best 5-star hotels, you will have to ask for your milk additionally. 90006 90003 Or just do it the Russian way and add some sugar, and of course, dessert. Dessert can be anything from a savoury bun to a pierog or a piece of cake. 90006 90048 90004 10. Do stay out till late 90005 90051 90003 There is no reason to turn in early when you are in a city like St.Petersburg. The shops are generally open from 10 AM to 10 PM, and bars, cafes and restaurants are open till late, some into the early hours of the morning. You will see that there are always people on Nevsky, as well as 24h shops. And, of course, staying out late is the perfect way to watch the bridges part! 90006 90140 St. Petersburg by night (Credit: Pixabay) 90048 90004 11. Do enjoy the St. Petersburg hipster scene 90005 90051 90003 St. Petersburg is a very vibrant modern city, generally modelled after Europe.There is, however, the concept of the anti-cafe which you will not find anywhere else. Anti-what, you might wonder? Well, in this cafe you only pay for your time. In return, you get unlimited coffee and tea, biscuits and usually a whole array of board games. Sounds like fun? Here are some other unusual things you can do in St. Petersburg. 90006 90048 90004 12. Do remember to layer up in winter 90005 90051 90003 If I had a penny for every time I was asked ‘Why are you cold? Are not you Russian? ‘I might actually have saved up enough for a car now.Okay, maybe not a penny, but a $ 100 per question would certainly do it. I’ll let you in on a little secret-we do not get cold because we make sure to dress warmly, with layers upon layers of sweaters, winter coats, funny earmuffs, and more. 90006 90003 My best winter advice to you is not to underestimate the weather and treat your visit like you’re going to a ski resort, but maybe with more stylish jackets. Most importantly, do not forget woollen socks to keep your feet warm. If you’re coming from a warm country, do not worry, Russian grandmas sell them next to metro stations, especially during the cold winters.90006 90003 Once you’re bundled up, walk like a penguin to avoid any ice skating adventures and watch for icicles on buildings. Basically, go where the locals go and avoid whatever they avoid. 90006 90157 St Nicholas Naval Cathedral in Winter (Credit: Pixabay) 90048 90004 13. Do not be afraid to dress up 90005 90051 90003 We love dressing up for the occasion, which can be anything, from an outing to a nice restaurant to going to the theater. Sometimes just by walking down Nevsky you will get the impression Russian girls are on parade.By the way, if you are going to the theater, make sure to dress the part. 90006 90003 Do not come in casual clothing or sneakers, instead treat it like the special event it is. You can always make use of the cloak rooms, which most hospitable restaurants have as well. 90006 90048 90004 14. Do not wave your money around 90005 90051 90003 One thing you will learn in Russia is that Russians are generally very savvy when it comes to being aware of their surroundings and avoiding trouble. If you’re out to spend money, be discreet and do not put wallets where it’s easy to lift them.Your back pocket is a big no-no. 90006 90003 Just remember that you can of course file a report with the authorities if stuff will get stolen, but it would be considered a waste of time and you will not get your stuff back. In general, if you use a little common sense, Russia is not dangerous at all. As we say, better safe than sorry. 90006 90048 90004 15. Do not mix your babushkas and matreshkas 90005 90051 90003 That mistake is often perpetrated in popular movies and series and it can really drive a Russian crazy! Actually, the famous Russian nesting dolls are called ‘Matryoshka’ while ‘babushka’ is the Russian word for grandma.90006 90180 Matryoshka dolls (Credit: Pixabay) 90080 READ MORE: 10 Things to Know Before Visiting Helsinki You Have not Thought Of 90081 90048 90004 16. Do learn to read Cyrillic 90005 90051 90003 It will be very helpful if you can get a basic grasp of the Russian language. 90004 90005 If you take the time, reading Cyrillic will make your trip to Russia so much more easier. Since many people still do not speak English, reading the basics will help you with ordering food, keeping track of metro stations, and feeling more comfortable in the country overall.The words read phonetically, and you will find some quite similar to English as well. 90006 90048 90004 17. Do learn a few Russian phrases 90005 90051 90003 It will not hurt to memorise a couple of words to impress locals with your courteous greetings. These basic phrases will help you in the most simple situations. 90006 90197 90198 90004 Zdrávstvuite 90005 — Hello 90201 90198 90004 Dobry den 90005 — Good day 90201 90198 90004 Spasibo 90005 90009 (accent on the i) 90010 — Thank you 90201 90198 90004 Pozhálusta 90005 — Please 90201 90198 90004 Do svidaniya 90005 — Goodbye 90201 90198 90004 Nyet 90005 — No / 90004 Da 90005 — Yes 90201 90198 90004 Skolko stoit? 90005 — How much does it cost 90201 90198 90004 Izvinite / Prostite 90005 — Excuse me 90201 90198 90004 Pomogite 90005 — Help 90201 90238 90239 Cyrillic letters (Credit: Pixabay) 90048 90004 18.Do not be afraid to ask for help 90005 90051 90003 Russians are very generous and will not leave you in a lurch. Do not be afraid to ask if you’re lost, and do not worry about your lack of language, they will do their best to help even if you have a language barrier between you. 90006 90003 There you have it — my top tips to making the most of your time in Russia and not looking like a naive tourist as you hit the streets of St. Petersburg! Oh, and one other thing — if you’re really wishing to camouflage, do not forget to loudly complain about the horrible weather and you’ll fit right in.90006 90003 Have you been to Russia? Would you consider visiting in the future? 90006 90016 90017 90018 90019 90004 90009 For more tips and advice about visiting Russia, head to Lesia’s blog Dutch Wannabe or follow her adventures on Instagram and Twitter! 90010 90005 90030 90031 90032 90033 90048 90004 90009 Ready to be invisible in St. Petersburg? 90010 90005 90051 90003 90009 Now you’ve discovered the best secrets for how to act like a local in Russia, perhaps you’re ready to make the trip! Why not compare hotels in St.Petersburg? If you’d like some more travel ideas, here’s all my articles about Europe to get you started. 90010 90006 90003 90009 Do you have any extra tips to add to this list? Let me know in the comments below. 90010 90009 I hope you enjoyed this instalment of my Be Invisible series! If you found this helpful, please share it or follow me on Facebook, Pinterest or Instagram for more! 90010 90006 90003 90009 Until next time, 90010 90006 90003 90283 90006 90285 90003 Like it? Pin it! 📌 90006 90003 90289 90290 Booking.com 90290 90290 90006 90003 90009 Featured image and first pin credit: Pixabay 90290 90010 90009 Second pin image credit: Pixabay 90290 Remaining images copyright to Dutch Wannabe. 90290 This post contains some affiliate links, at no extra cost to you. I may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase and if you do, thanks for your support! This helps with the costs of running my blog so I can keep my content free for you. As always, I only recommend a product or service that I genuinely love and use myself! 90010 90006 .90000 9 Best Things To Do In St Petersburg, Russia — Hand Luggage Only 90001 90002 Known as the ‘City of the Czars’, St Petersburg offers a fascinating glimpse into Russia’s historical relics. It’s also one of the most ornate and prettiest cities that’s on the fringes of Western Russian. Not only that, but there’s also a heap of the best things to do in St Petersburg that are dotted all over the city. 90003 90002 It’s the kind of city that’s totally stunning to explore by foot, or with an official guide that can take you around all the incredible places and palaces that this city is so well known for.90003 90002 Plus, with it being the second-largest city in Russia, St Petersburg is also fondly known as the cultural capital of Russia, too. This is especially true with all the ballet and operatic performances that are held in the city every month. It’s totally incredible and one of the best things to do in St Petersburg if you’re there. 90003 90002 90003 90002 With that in mind, take a look at some of the best things to do in St Petersburg. It’s such an iconic Russian city and one that’s totally beautiful, too.90003 90012 90013 1) Explore the Grand Peterhof Palace and Grand Cascade 90014 90015 90002 90003 90002 One of the great things about Grand Peterhof Palace is that it’s pretty darn fun to get there. Firstly, you’ll need to take one of the city’s bumpy hydrofoil boat across the pond that’s as fun as it sounds. It’s a great way to get across and totally kitsch, too. 90003 90002 Built within the 18th century (and similar in design to Versailles in France), the palace is also part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best things to do in St Petersburg.90003 90002 Just make sure to secure your tickets in advance and be prepared for crowds on busy days. It’s one of the highlights of exploring the city and a place that every new visitor tends to go. 90003 90012 90013 2) Visit the Hermitage Museum 90014 90015 90002 90003 90002 First commissioned by Catherine the Great, the Hermitage Museum features an impressive 3 million pieces. Now, in my eyes, this makes Catherine a little bit of a hoarder, no? 😉 90003 90002 Hoarder or not, it’s a totally stunning museum to visit that will actually take ages to fully explore.Inside, the rooms are filled with all types of specimens and historical pieces that date back centuries. Plus, it’s especially special if you’re looking to learn more about Russian art and culture. 90003 90002 90003 90002 Also, it’s one of the best things to do in St Petersburg if you’re visiting in the winter months as it’s all inside. Nice and toasty! 90003 90002 90003 90002 The whole Winter palace complex is just stunning. 90003 90012 90013 3) Find the old Rostral Column 90014 90015 90002 90003 90002 Once a former lighthouse that shooed away ships, this column still stands proud overlooking the city today.Designed in a Roman style, it’s a pretty immersive sight that you literally can not miss, especially if you love history. 90003 90002 Oh, and do not forget, if you look closely you will spot some of the carvings of ancients gods upon it. To be honest, you can really miss it when exploring the city and any tour guide worth their salt can easily include this on a tour. 90003 90012 90013 4) See the Bronze Horseman of the city 90014 90015 90002 90003 90002 Created in тисячі сімсот вісімдесят дві, the statue of the Bronze Horseman is known as one of the national symbols of the city and one that local residents are pretty proud of.90003 90002 The statue is modelled on Peter the Great and is said to symbolise the strength of the city and the people who live there. Now, you’ll likely only spend 5-minutes, or so, here but it’s still one of the best things to do in St Petersburg if you want to see a national symbol. 90003 90002 Afterwards, head over to see the Mariinsky Theatre and make sure to see an operatic and ballet performance that’s world-renowned. It’s incredible and something that St Petersburg is totally known for.90003 90012 90013 5) Explore St. Issacs Cathedral 90014 90015 90002 90003 90002 You will probably spot St. Issacs Cathedral from afar, thanks to its dome which is made of over 100 kilos of gold. 90003 90002 Built back in 1858 come here for the opulent and over-the-top architecture that’s incredible to see. It really is magnificent and totally incredible inside. The whole place is just beautiful. 90003 90002 90003 90002 As you can imagine, 100 kg of gold makes this place a pretty special place and one of the best things to do in St Petersburg.90003 90012 90013 6) Wander through the Cathedral at the Peter and Paul Fortress 90014 90015 90002 90003 90002 The final resting place of many of the Romanov rulers, you can now tour the intricately carved sarcophagi that line this the walls of this special place. 90003 90002 90003 90002 Now, although a rather macabre sight, this also offers a unique insight into some of Russia’s history that’s well-known across the country. 90003 90012 90013 7) Ride the canals and River Neva 90014 90015 90002 90003 90002 St Petersburg is covered with canals and bisected by the River Neva.90003 90002 One of the best ways to see the city (and relax at the same time) is to take a boat trip on the mighty river to take in the majestic architecture along the way. It’s perfect at sunset and you’ll get some lovely views across the city. 90003 90002 That being said, it’s one of the best things to do in St Petersburg if you also just feel like seeing the city from a totally different perspective. 90003 90012 90013 8) See the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood 90014 90015 90002 90003 90002 The rather alarming name for this church comes from the fact that it stands on the site where Alexander II was assassinated.* Gulp * 90003 90002 90003 90002 For years the church was ruined but has now been opened since 1997 after it was restored to its former glory. Nowadays, it’s relatively easy to see and one pretty epic spot to visit whilst exploring all the best things to do in St Petersburg. 90003 90012 90013 9) Discover St Nicholas Naval Cathedral 90014 90015 90002 90003 90002 Dedicated to all things related to the Russian navy, this is an interesting place and quirky attraction in the city. 90003 90002 The interior will take you through Russian naval history but be warned, you might find it as dull as dishwater if you’re not interested in the navy.90003 90002 Afterwards, take a wander towards Nevsky Avenue which is one of the busiest streets in all of the city. 90003 90002 90013 Read more: Best Beaches around the world to visit 90014 90003 90130 90002 11 Best Beaches In The World To Visit 90003 90133 90134 90134 .