Universitetskaya Embankment Tours

Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography featuring heritage architecture and a river or creek

Visit Universitetskaya Embankment

Whether it's because of their historical links, bars and restaurants or chic shops, some streets are more well-known than others. Head to Universitetskaya Embankment and find out why it's so popular.

This public thoroughfare is located in District No. 7. If you're vacationing on a budget, you'll be pleased to hear there's no entry fee. When you're done at Universitetskaya Embankment, check out other attractions in the area. State Hermitage Museum and Winter Palace, Peter and Paul Fortress and Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood are our top picks.

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