What day are museums closed in Saint Petersburg?
Quick answer
Tuesday is the day to watch in Saint Petersburg: 2 of the 4 major museums with a weekly closing day close on Tuesdays, while 1 of the 5 we cover lists no weekly closure. World Museum Guide lists each museum's closing day below — always confirm holiday closures on the official site.
Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.
Weekly closing days in Saint Petersburg
| Museum | Closed | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Erarta Museum of Contemporary Art | Tuesdays | Wednesday to Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Closed Tuesdays) |
| Fabergé Museum | No weekly closure listed | Daily: 10:00 AM – 8:45 PM |
| Kunstkamera (Peter the Great Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography) | Mondays | Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays) |
| State Hermitage Museum | Mondays | Tuesday, Friday and Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays) |
| State Russian Museum | Tuesdays | Monday, Wednesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Closed Tuesdays) |
Visitor details last reviewed 2026-06-30. Check the linked official museum websites before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Are Saint Petersburg museums open on Tuesdays?
2 major museums close on Tuesdays in Saint Petersburg. Plan those visits for other days — the table above shows which stay open.
Do closing days change on public holidays?
Yes — museums often close on major public holidays or shift their weekly closing day around them. Verify on the official website before travelling; each guide links it.