Petrovsky Palace Palace
Neoclassical Moscow palace formerly imperial ceremonial residence
An 18th‑century Neoclassical palace in Moscow with landscaped grounds and period interiors; visited for guided tours and exhibitions of imperial architecture.
Petrovsky Palace at a Glance#
Address: Petrovsky Palace, Petrovsky Park, Moscow, Russia, 123104
Website: http://petrovsky-palace.ru/
Hours: Daily 10am-6pm (museum exhibitions), hours may vary for official functions
How to Get to Petrovsky Palace#
Petrovsky Palace is northwest of central Moscow, near the Moscow City area. From the city center, take Metro line 7 to Dinamo station and then a short taxi or bus ride, or use local bus routes that stop near Petrovsky Park.
Tips for Visiting Petrovsky Palace#
- Visit during late afternoon for the palace's gardens and colonnades lit by soft light.
- Check ahead for special events; the palace sometimes hosts concerts and official receptions that close portions to the public.
- Combine a visit with a walk along the nearby Petrovsky Park.
Best Time to Visit Petrovsky Palace#
Best in late spring through summer for outdoor aspects of the palace and park; check the palace website for official-event closures.
Weather & Climate near Petrovsky Palace#
Petrovsky Palace'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 -10°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (677 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -5° | -13° | 45 mm | overcast | 96% | 3.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | -10° - -4° | -12° | 35 mm | overcast | 96% | 3.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 2° | -5° | 31 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 2° - 11° | 4° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Very Good | 7° - 18° | 13° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.0h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.1h |
| July | Very Good | 14° - 23° | 18° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.6h |
| August | Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.6 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 14.8h |
| September | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.9 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 62 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | -4° - 0° | -6° | 56 mm | overcast | 94% | 3.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -3° | -11° | 51 mm | overcast | 96% | 3.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
