Ostrovsky Square

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Ostrovsky Square, Heritage site in Tsentralny District, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Ostrovsky Square connects several central streets and forms an important junction in the city. The site includes a park with a monument, a theater on the eastern side, and a library marking the western end.

The creation of the site followed the construction of the theater, opening part of the palace gardens to the public. The monument was added later, and the library on the western side completed the spatial ensemble.

Locals often call the theater the Alexandrinka, showing how closely the city's life is tied to the building. The garden serves as a meeting point for walks and conversation, while the library continues its role as a reading center.

The park is a good place to pause during fair weather, with seating and views toward the monument. The central location makes access from different directions easy, and public transport stops nearby.

The architect planned the surrounding streets with exact proportions between building heights and street widths. This mathematical harmony can still be felt when walking through the area today.

Location: Tsentralny District

Location: Saint Petersburg

Inception: 1828

GPS coordinates: 59.93250,30.33639

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:27

Photos
Around this place
Alexandrinsky Theatre
Russian Federation

Alexandrinsky Theatre

81 m
National Library of Russia
Russian Federation

National Library of Russia

119 m
Monument to Catherine II of Russia, Saint Petersburg
Russian Federation

Monument to Catherine II of Russia, Saint Petersburg

98 m
Eliseyev Emporium
Russian Federation

Eliseyev Emporium

198 m
Saint Petersburg Comedy Theatre
Russian Federation

Saint Petersburg Comedy Theatre

212 m
Kinoteatr Avrora
Russian Federation

Kinoteatr Avrora

259 m
Siege of Leningrad - Reproducer
Russian Federation

Siege of Leningrad - Reproducer

188 m
Russian National Library building at Nevsky prospect
Russian Federation

Russian National Library building at Nevsky prospect

161 m
Nevskiy 54
Russian Federation

Nevskiy 54

217 m
Фонд исторической фотографии имени Карла Буллы
Russian Federation

Фонд исторической фотографии имени Карла Буллы

216 m
Department of Prints NLR Russian
Russian Federation

Department of Prints NLR Russian

119 m
Сад
Russian Federation

Сад

128 m
Rossi Pavilions
Russian Federation

Rossi Pavilions

164 m
Stone Garden fence of Anichkov Palace
Russian Federation

Stone Garden fence of Anichkov Palace

69 m
Соколовский корпус
Russian Federation

Соколовский корпус

165 m
Торговый дом «Братья Елисеевы»
Russian Federation

Торговый дом «Братья Елисеевы»

208 m
Корпус Росси
Russian Federation

Корпус Росси

114 m
Торговый дом «Братья Елисеевы» (театральные и торговые помещения)
Russian Federation

Торговый дом «Братья Елисеевы» (театральные и торговые помещения)

216 m
Nevskiy 54
Russian Federation

Nevskiy 54

235 m
Дом по Малой Садовой улице (с флигелями)
Russian Federation

Дом по Малой Садовой улице (с флигелями)

274 m
Southern Rossi Pavilion of Anichkov Palace
Russian Federation

Southern Rossi Pavilion of Anichkov Palace

94 m
Каменная ограда
Russian Federation

Каменная ограда

198 m
Ваза
Russian Federation

Ваза

165 m
Emporio di Eliseyev
Russian Federation

Emporio di Eliseyev

196 m
Южный корпус (Корпус Воротилова)
Russian Federation

Южный корпус (Корпус Воротилова)

71 m
Чугунная ограда
Russian Federation

Чугунная ограда

120 m
Nevskiy 58, Malaya Sadovaya 6
Russian Federation

Nevskiy 58, Malaya Sadovaya 6

266 m
Дом по Невскому проспекту (с флигелями, с операционным залом)
Russian Federation

Дом по Невскому проспекту (с флигелями, с операционным залом)

247 m
Show the full map
Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Ostrovsky Square - Heritage site in Tsentralny District, Saint Petersburg, Russia » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes