State Russian Museum vs Fabergé Museum: which should you visit?
Quick answer
Choose State Russian Museum for The Last Day of Pompeii and Barge Haulers on the Volga — admission is 700 RUB. Choose Fabergé Museum for Hen Egg (First Imperial Egg) and Coronation Egg — admission is 500 RUB standard admission. State Russian Museum: 700 RUB, allow 2–3 hours; Fabergé Museum: 500 RUB, allow 1–1.5 hours.
Saint Petersburg, Russia
State Russian Museum
700 RUB (Mikhailovsky Palace); 1,000 RUB including the Benois Wing
⏱ 2–3 hours
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Fabergé Museum
500 RUB standard admission
⏱ 1–1.5 hours
Side by side
| State Russian Museum | Fabergé Museum | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Saint Petersburg, Russia | Saint Petersburg, Russia |
| Museum type | Art Museum | Art Museum |
| Admission | 700 RUB (Mikhailovsky Palace); 1,000 RUB including the Benois Wing | 500 RUB standard admission |
| Free entry | Children under 7 free · Free for listed concession groups only · No general free day | — |
| Time needed | 2–3 hours | 1–1.5 hours |
| Closed | Tuesdays | — |
| Standout works | The Last Day of Pompeii; Barge Haulers on the Volga | Hen Egg (First Imperial Egg); Coronation Egg |
| Good for | Art Lovers, History Enthusiasts, Rainy-day visits | Art Lovers, History Enthusiasts |
Facts from our verified data file (last verified 2026-06-30) — confirm on each museum's official site before travelling.
Should I visit State Russian Museum or Fabergé Museum?
Choose State Russian Museum if…
Choose State Russian Museum for The Last Day of Pompeii and Barge Haulers on the Volga — admission is 700 RUB. Allow 2–3 hours.
Choose Fabergé Museum if…
Choose Fabergé Museum for Hen Egg (First Imperial Egg) and Coronation Egg — admission is 500 RUB standard admission. Allow 1–1.5 hours.
Can you visit both State Russian Museum and Fabergé Museum in one day?
Both are in Saint Petersburg. Their suggested visits (2–3 hours and 1–1.5 hours) fit into one full day if you start early. Note closures: State Russian Museum closes on Tuesdays.