Krestovsky Island Island
St. Petersburg island with parks and sports stadiums
Krestovsky Island in Saint Petersburg hosts the Gazprom Arena stadium, landscaped parks and the Divo Ostrov amusement park; visitors attend matches, stroll riverfront paths, and visit green spaces.
Krestovsky Island at a Glance#
About Krestovsky Island#
Krestovsky Island is an island in the Neva delta within Saint Petersburg that contains large public parks, leisure facilities and major sports infrastructure. It functions as a principal recreation and event district for the city.
The island hosts a modern stadium used for major football matches and events, family-oriented attractions including an amusement park, and extensive parkland with promenades and sports areas. These facilities draw both residents and visitors for sport and leisure.
Long used as a recreational area, the island’s contemporary profile was reshaped with construction of a modern stadium that reopened in the 2010s and later hosted matches during the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Parkland and leisure uses have remained a constant feature.
Krestovsky Island lies in the Neva delta northwest of Saint Petersburg’s historic centre, connected to the city by bridges and public transit links.
- Recreation and sports hub: The island combines major sports infrastructure with public parks and leisure facilities, making it a principal recreational zone in Saint Petersburg.
- Good transport links: Served by dedicated transport links and a nearby metro station, enabling easy access from the city centre on event days.
What to See#
- Gazprom Arena (Krestovsky Stadium): A modern retractable-roof stadium rebuilt on the island and used by the local football club; it hosted matches during the 2018 FIFA World Cup and major national fixtures.
- Divo Ostrov amusement park: A family-oriented amusement park located on the island, offering rides and attractions that serve local and visiting families.
- Public parks and promenades: Extensive landscaped parks and recreational green space that occupy much of the island and provide walking routes, gardens and sports areas.
How to Get to Krestovsky Island#
Take the Saint Petersburg Metro to Krestovsky Ostrov station (when open for events) or use bus and tram links across the northern districts; the island is connected to the mainland by bridges and local roads.
Tips for Visiting Krestovsky Island#
- Take the metro to Krestovsky Ostrov station when visiting Krestovsky Stadium-on match days the local transit gets very busy.
- Walk the island's parks early in the morning for calmer views and birdlife along the canal.
Best Time to Visit Krestovsky Island#
Krestovsky Island is most active during the warmer months when the stadium calendar, parks and riverfront are in full use.
Weather & Climate near Krestovsky Island#
Krestovsky Island's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (622 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 78 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
