Study Abroad in St. Petersburg: Beyond the Classroom

Study and socialize at the Russian Language Center, one mile away from the main University campus. There are numerous opportunities to make excursions into the city and surrounding environment. You will receive a transportation pass for free travel on the metro, bus, trolleybus and tram in the city.

Learning does not begin or end in the classroom. To help you get a true taste of Russian culture, the AIFS Resident Director organizes cultural and social events every week.

Past activities have included visits to:

  • Russian, Political History and Hermitage museums
  • Peterhof and Catherine Palaces
  • Theater performances
  • Midnight White Nights Tour
  • Baltika Beer Brewery
  • Boat trip along St. Petersburg’s rivers and canals
  • Siege of Leningrad Tour
  • St. Isaac’s Cathedral
  • Day trip to Novgorod - the heart of Ancient Russia