Peterhof Palaces as complex

Peterhof Palaces is a palace complex in Petergof near Saint Petersburg, Russia, stretching across hilly parkland overlooking the Baltic Sea. The buildings display beige and white facades with gilded domes and statues linked by fountains and cascades.

Peter I began construction in 1714 to create a summer residence that could rival the courts of Western Europe. Later rulers expanded the site over decades, adding new pavilions, waterworks, and gardens.

The complex takes its name from Peter the Great, whose vision continues to shape how the grounds appear today. Visitors walk through pavilions and gardens that merge French and Italian influences with Russian forms.

The complex opens daily except Mondays, and guided visits lead through ceremonial rooms and galleries. Paths through the gardens cover wide distances, so wear comfortable shoes and allow several hours for a visit.

The waterworks function without electric pumps, relying solely on the slope of the surrounding hills. Spring water flows through underground channels and feeds the fountains with constant pressure.

Location: Petergof

Location: Saint Petersburg

Inception: 1711

Founders: Peter the Great

Architects: Jean-Baptiste Alexandre Le Blond

Architectural style: baroque architecture, classicism, Gothic Revival, baroque revival

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Fee: Yes

Operator: Государственный музей-заповедник «Петегроф»

Part of: The Palace and Park Ensembles of the Town of Peterhof and its

Opening Hours: 10:30-18:00 "касса: 10:30-12:00, 14:30-16:00"; Monday off; Tuesday[-1] off

Phone: +78122079745;+78122235058

Website: https://peterhofmuseum.ru/objects/peterhof

GPS coordinates: 59.88629,29.90972

Latest update: December 12, 2025 21:31