About Singer House

It is known as the House of Books (or Dom Knigi) and is the biggest library found in St.Petersburg. Singer House is known as the city’s intellectual and cultural icon, located opposite the Kazan Cathedral and besides the Ekaterinsky Canal. Designed by Pavel Suzor, the building’s plan was based on a skyscraper only to have been refused due to the St.Ptersburg city code about restrictive sizes of buildings. The six-storey building was built in 1902-1904 for the Singer Sewing Machine Company in Russia by the renowned architect Pavel Syuzor. The building is crowned with a glass tower, topped by a spectacular glass globe sculpture created by Estonian artist Amandus Adamson. The Singer House was one of the first modern buildings that cannot be missed. It stands, impressive and tall in the heart of the city, with its arrays of glass windows and detailed statues ornating the front facet.

Must See

  • An important highlight of the building is a roof, from where one can view the breathtaking Nevsky Prospect, the Kazan Cathedral, the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood and the Griboedov Canal.
  • Glass windows.
  • Amazing array of books

How to reach

It is located in the center of the city.

Tips

  • There are lots of places nearby to explore and roam about. So wear comfortable clothes and shoes
  • Many street performances happen here
  • There are many bookstores and cafes that make it an ideal place for relaxing
  • It is a great place to buy souvenir postcards
  • Don't forget to carry your cameras to capture the stunning views of the building
  • If you are traveling in the summer season, make sure that you cover yourself well, carry an umbrella, hat, water, and sunglasses
  • Carry waterbottles to stay hydrated
  • Beware of pickpockets, and keep your belongings safely
  • See the impressive landmarks around the Singer House from the rooftop viewing point
  • The evening illumination of the glass dome on the roof gives the building a special charm

Visit Time

Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

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Entrance Fee

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Time you can spend

1 hour

 

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Weather

Broken Clouds -3.33°C

 

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