Originally Posted by
jonsail
Has anyone taken a cruise tour ship of St. Petersburg from the cruise ship. What was it like? I know I would need a visa if I tried to go on my own. How close to attractions in St. Petersburg do the cruises ships dock? Thanks.
You should do a google search of the subject. I remember recently reading a thread ( not sure it was FT) about this very question and almost all responses were that in most cities it is fine to do a tour on your own....but NOT St. Petersburg. ( can't remember why)