Ostrovsky Square, Heritage site in Tsentralny District, Saint Petersburg, Russia
The square connects Nevsky Prospekt, Zodchego Rossi Street, Malaya Sadovaya Street, and Krylov Lane, forming a central architectural junction in Saint Petersburg.
The formation of the square began in 1828 with the construction of the Alexandrinsky Theater, transforming a section of the Anichkov Palace gardens into a public space.
The Alexandrinsky Theater, the Russian National Library, and the monument to Catherine II with nine historical figures create a central cultural complex.
The square includes Catherine's Garden with paths, benches, and flowerbeds, offering direct access to major landmarks and public transportation connections.
Karl Rossi designed the entire architectural ensemble, including the surrounding streets, creating precise geometric proportions between building heights and street widths.
Location: Tsentralny District
Location: Saint Petersburg
Inception: 1828
GPS coordinates: 59.93250,30.33639
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:59
Alexandrinsky Theatre
81 m
National Library of Russia
119 m
Monument to Catherine II of Russia, Saint Petersburg
98 m
Eliseyev Emporium
198 m
Saint Petersburg Comedy Theatre
212 m
Kinoteatr Avrora
259 m
Siege of Leningrad - Reproducer
188 m
Russian National Library building at Nevsky prospect
161 m
Nevskiy 54
217 m
Фонд исторической фотографии имени Карла Буллы
216 m
Department of Prints NLR Russian
119 m
Сад
128 m
Rossi Pavilions
164 m
Stone Garden fence of Anichkov Palace
69 m
Соколовский корпус
165 m
Торговый дом «Братья Елисеевы»
208 m
Корпус Росси
114 m
Торговый дом «Братья Елисеевы» (театральные и торговые помещения)
216 m
Nevskiy 54
235 m
Дом по Малой Садовой улице (с флигелями)
274 m
Southern Rossi Pavilion of Anichkov Palace
94 m
Каменная ограда
198 m
Ваза
165 m
Emporio di Eliseyev
196 m
Южный корпус (Корпус Воротилова)
71 m
Чугунная ограда
120 m
Nevskiy 58, Malaya Sadovaya 6
266 m
Дом по Невскому проспекту (с флигелями, с операционным залом)
247 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
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.
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