Russia city breaks - Breathtaking sights
Short breaks in Russia inevitably centre on two cities at the heart of the great sweep of Russian history: Moscow and St Petersburg. Both Moscow and St Petersburg share the qualities that have made Russia such an enigmatic and exciting destination for travellers for centuries. Both of the popular city break destinations in Russia showcase tremendous sights and simply breathtaking architectural treasures. Moscow features the iconic sights of Red Square and the Kremlin, while gorgeous St Petersburg is bursting with awe-inspiring churches, cathedrals and palaces. Modern day city breaks in Russia still capture the imagination and stir the adventurous spirit.

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Russia weekend breaks - A feast of culture
City breaks in Russia will particularly appeal to those interested in classical music, ballet and opera, with the Kirov in St Petersburg and the Bolshoi in Moscow. The St Petersburg White Nights festival in the summer is a feast of classical music, opera and dance. Russia weekend breaks also have huge appeal for art fans, particularly the massive Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg’s astonishing Winter Palace. Aside from history art and culture, Russia city breaks offer exciting shopping, sophisticated nightlife, tremendous upmarket restaurants and marvellously atmospheric squares and avenues like St Petersburg’s beautiful Nevsky Prospekt. Russia short breaks afford an excellent insight into the everyday life of this enormous and still largely unknown country. The Russian city break destinations of Moscow and St Petersburg offer such contrasting atmospheres and character it really is worth experiencing both.

Russia short breaks - Year round appeal
Most Russia city break visitors choose the summer months when the days are longer, though Moscow can surprise with its summer heat. City breaks in Russia are particularly enticing in late spring and early autumn when the weather in Moscow and St Petersburg is mild enough for relaxed sightseeing and there are far fewer tourists. The romance of snowy cityscapes and frozen canals ensures weekend breaks in Russia are popular all year round. Whenever you go, Russia short breaks are sure to leave a lasting impression. Cheap city breaks in Russia are available from convenient regional airports throughout the UK.