Krestovsky IslandKrestovsky 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.
Nearby Attractions to Krestovsky Island
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -9° - -4° | -12° | 40 mm | overcast | 97% | 4.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| February | Poor | -9° - -4° | -12° | 30 mm | overcast | 97% | 4.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 1° | -6° | 33 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 8° | 1° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.3h |
| May | Very Good | 6° - 15° | 11° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| June | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.2h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 22° | 18° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.5h |
| August | Good | 13° - 20° | 16° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.3h |
| September | Acceptable | 8° - 14° | 11° | 67 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.9 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 65 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 2° | -5° | 55 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| December | Poor | -7° - -2° | -10° | 49 mm | overcast | 97% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.9h |
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.