Krasin, Museum ship in Vasileostrovsky District, Russia
The Krasin icebreaker, measuring 99.80 meters in length, stands along Lieutenant Schmidt Embankment near the Mining Institute in Saint Petersburg.
Built in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1916, this icebreaker led numerous Arctic expeditions and rescued the survivors of the Italia airship disaster in 1928.
The vessel represents Russian maritime achievements through exhibits of navigation equipment, photographs, and authentic tools from past Arctic missions.
The museum ship welcomes visitors from Wednesday to Sunday between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM, displaying the interior spaces and technical equipment.
This federal cultural heritage site features original deck machinery, crew quarters, and engine rooms that demonstrate early 20th-century maritime technology.
Location: Saint Petersburg
Location: Vasileostrovsky District
Inception: 1916
Official opening: February 10, 2004
Length: 99.8 m
Address: Lungoneva Tenente Schmidt, 23sima linea 199026
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00-18:00
Phone: +78123253547
Email: krassin.visitors@yandex.ru
Website: http://krassin.ru
GPS coordinates: 59.92783,30.26893
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:04
This collection documents the development of seafaring through preserved ships, submarines, and naval museums. The selection includes warships such as USS Constitution in Boston, the Swedish warship Vasa in Stockholm, and HMS Victory in Portsmouth. Visitors can explore restored sailing ships, steamships, and modern naval vessels that represent different eras of maritime history. The featured locations span multiple countries and showcase various aspects of maritime heritage. From Portuguese caravels to British ships of the line and American frigates, these vessels illustrate technical developments and historical events. Many of these museums and ships provide access to decks, captain's quarters, and crew spaces, making life at sea tangible for visitors.
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