St.Petersburg: Grand Maket Russia Ticket

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Welcome to Russia in Miniature! Enjoy ticketed entry to a colossal working layout of the country, which artistically presents a generalised image of Russia. The size of this 'man-made miracle' is 800 square meters!

Highlights

Visit the biggest model of Russia at 800 sqm
Admire the rail and road traffic as well as the changing day and night
Marvel at artistic representations of various cities and regions in Russia

Description

Enjoy an illuminating visit to the National Show Museum 'Grand Maket Russia' and its single exhibit – the unique miniature model of Russia! Marvel at a colossal working layout, that artistically represents the incredible country. At 800 square meters, this 'man-made miracle' is the second largest model in the world. Witness the spectacular finished product, which took dozens of professions five years to create. Spot the various cities and regions presented in the model, as well as scenes reflecting all kinds of human activity . Have fun watching the model come alive through its dynamic rail and road traffic. More than 200 trains passing along its tracks, which stretch for almost 2500 meters. Be amazed by the cars, which use electromagnetic induction as their power supply and are complete with working headlights brake lights and turn signals that illuminate the roads at 'night'. Get the chance to control moving objects and figures yourself. Gaze at the flood of light as the LED sun rises and sets over the model every fifteen minutes. Rent an audio guide and binoculars to broaden your mind. Enjoy a fascinating experience, irrespective of your age.

Includes

Entrance Ticket Permission to take photos and videos
Food and drink in the museum cafe Audioguides (can be rented on the spot for 250 rubles and a deposit of 500 rubles) Binoculars (can be rented on the spot for 250 rubles + a deposit of 500 rubles) Monocular (can be rented on the spot for 250 rubles + a deposit of 500 rubles) Transport/transfer Parking fees (if applicable)

Important Information

There is a parking bay for baby-strollers near the museum
The museum has paid parking
The cafe at the museum offers a wide selection of food and beverages from 10 AM till 7.30 PM