This tour is a local classic, remaining largely unchanged for over 20 years. The narration is usually very good, but so far it is only in Russian. Tours leave every 30 minutes on clear days and at irregular intervals on rainy days. The time of the next tour is displayed in the window of the ticket booth which stands next to the pier. A large number of private boats are available for hire at several points throughout the historical center of St Petersburg.
Prices are negotiable.
All payments are accepted in cash, per hour, but not per person. Thus, hiring a boat is much cheaper per person if you come with a group. The first tours were given only in Summer 1996. Most locals have not yet flown above the city. Now everyone has an opportunity to fly above one of the world s most beautiful cities.