St. Petersburg, United States

Parks & nature in St. Petersburg

14 places, ranked by traveler reviews. Green escapes in St. Petersburg, parks, gardens and natural spots to catch your breath.

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Peter the Great Botanical Garden

316 reviews · Petrogradsky

Expansive botanical garden in St. Petersburg, Russia, featuring diverse plant collections and greenhouses.

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Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-tours

182 reviews

Join eco-tours from the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center to explore the rich marine ecosystems of Tampa Bay through hands-on educational experiences.

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Yusupov Gardens

102 reviews

Tranquil park and garden in central St. Petersburg, featuring a pond, walking paths, and a historic palace, perfect for a leisurely stroll.

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Parc Sosnovka

56 reviews

Escape the city at Parc Sosnovka, a large forested park in St. Petersburg, Russia, offering walking trails, sports facilities, and serene nature.

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Greenhouse Tauride Gardens

50 reviews · Smolny

A peaceful greenhouse within the Tauride Gardens in St. Petersburg, Russia, featuring exotic plants and a quiet escape from the city.

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Primorsky Victory Park

39 reviews · Petrogradsky

A scenic waterfront park on Krestovsky Island, featuring walking paths, gardens, and views of the Gulf of Finland.

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South Straub Park

31 reviews

A scenic waterfront park on Tampa Bay with walking paths, a playground, and views of the marina and pier.

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Zoo named Cheburashka

30 reviews · Petrogradsky

A quirky zoo in St. Petersburg's Petrogradsky district, named after the beloved Soviet cartoon character Cheburashka, offering a small but charming animal experience.

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Novo-Manezhny Square

21 reviews · Nevskiy

A tranquil park and nature spot on Nevskiy Prospekt, offering a green retreat in central St. Petersburg with fountains and statues.

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Pulkovskiy Park

18 reviews

A spacious park near Moskovskaya metro station offering walking paths, green lawns, and a peaceful escape from the city bustle.

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Spa Beach Park

15 reviews

Scenic waterfront park in St. Petersburg, Florida, with beaches, picnic areas, and views of Tampa Bay.

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Weedon Island Preserve

Expansive nature preserve with boardwalks, kayak trails, and a cultural history center showcasing indigenous artifacts.

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Sunken Gardens (Florida)

A historic botanical garden with cascading waterfalls, tropical plants, and a flock of flamingos in downtown St. Petersburg.

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Boyd Hill Nature Preserve

Hike 245 acres of trails, spot wildlife, and enjoy lake views at this urban nature preserve.

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What is the best-known of the parks & nature in St. Petersburg?

Peter the Great Botanical Garden is the most reviewed, with 316 traveler reviews and a 4.0 rating. That makes it the safe choice if you are only fitting in one.

Which of St. Petersburg's parks & nature is worth going out of your way for?

Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Eco-tours rates highest at 5.0 out of 5 across 182 reviews. Smaller crowds than the headline entry usually explain the gap.

How is this list of parks & nature ranked?

By how many travelers reviewed each place, filtered to those rated well enough to be worth your time. No one pays to appear on it, and the order is refreshed monthly as new reviews land.

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