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The ultimate guide to American Airlines Admirals Club access

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The American Airlines Admirals Club is a place to relax and recharge before a flight on American Airlines or its partners.

Inside the lounge, you can expect complimentary refreshments, free Wi-Fi and a place to sit away from the hustle and bustle of the airport terminal. You'll find Admirals Clubs in 50 airports worldwide, including major American hubs like Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), as well as outposts in non-hub airports like Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) and London's Heathrow Airport (LHR), among others.

There are a handful of ways to access the Admirals Club before your next flight — let's take a closer look at your options.

Same-day flights on American, JetBlue or other Oneworld carriers

Regardless of how you gain access to the Admirals Club, know that you must present a same-day boarding pass on American, JetBlue or a Oneworld partner airline. This means that if you're an Admirals Club member traveling on United Airlines, you won't be able to access the Admirals Club. Also, note that Admirals Club members traveling to or from Europe on JetBlue do not have access to the Admirals Club.

Lifetime Admiral's Club Members are exempt from the same-day flight and any airline restrictions for entry into the clubs.

Related: American, JetBlue add 11 new routes as part of expanded Northeast Alliance

Credit cards

Arguably the best way to access the Admirals Club is by opening the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®, which comes with a sign-up bonus of 50,000 AAdvantage miles after you spend $5,000 in purchases within the first three months of account opening. As American's most premium credit card, cardholders receive a complimentary membership to the Admirals Club, which largely offsets the $450 annual fee. They can also bring in their immediate family or up to two guests.

The real hidden gem of this card comes from its generous authorized user policy. You can add up to 10 authorized users to your account, each getting their own Admirals Club access privilege when they hold a same-day ticket on American or its partners. This is the case even when the primary cardholder isn't traveling.

Because of this, some might consider splitting the annual fee with several authorized users to bring down everyone's lounge costs.

Just be aware that authorized users do not get a full membership but rather just access. This is critical because their privileges only extend to Admirals Club locations, not partner lounges. Nevertheless, it's still a valuable way for you to make the travel experience easier and less stressful for your friends and family members who travel on American.

Related: Best credit cards for American Airlines flyers

Paid membership

Of course, you can always purchase a membership the old-fashioned way: by paying cash. Here's how much you should expect to spend:

You can also use miles to purchase an Admirals Club membership at 1 cent apiece. TPG values American miles at 1.77 cents, so we generally don't recommend redeeming American miles this way.

Related: Best credit cards for airport lounge access

You can use one-day passes at some Admirals Club locations. These are available for purchase for $59 or 5,900 AAdvantage miles. During peak hours, however, be prepared to be turned away with a one-day pass.

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Elite status

Elite status access rules are nearly identical for the Admirals Club and Flagship Lounge, so if you have a choice, go to the Flagship Lounge.

American AAdvantage and Alaska Mileage Plan elites

If you hold Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald status through American AAdvantage (via Platinum, Platinum Pro and Executive Platinum status) or the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan (via MVP Gold, 75K and 100K status), you and a guest can access Admirals Clubs or Flagship Lounges on qualifying international itineraries operated by American or a Oneworld partner, even in economy class.

Other Oneworld elites

If you are a Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald member with a program other than AAdvantage or Mileage Plan, you and a guest can access an Admirals Club or Flagship Lounge when traveling on American or another Oneworld carrier.

Related: What is American Airlines elite status worth in 2023?

Loyalty Point Choice Rewards

Starting in the 2023 membership year, the following Loyalty Point Choice Rewards are available to help you get into an Admirals Club:

• 175,000 Loyalty Points: six one-day passes.
• 250,000 Loyalty Points: six one-day passes or an Admirals Club membership (remember, when you achieve this tier, you can select from two Loyalty Point Choice Rewards, but the Admirals Club membership requires both of your selections).
• 400,000 Loyalty Points: An Admirals Club membership (requires two choices).
• 550,000 Loyalty Points: An Admirals Club membership (requires two choices).

Related: 6 quick and easy ways to earn Loyalty Points before the end of the American elite year

Ticket type

While standard domestic first-class tickets won't get you access to Admirals Clubs, the following types of tickets will:

• Business- and first-class tickets on international American- or Oneworld-operated flights.
• Domestic Flagship-ticketed flights. This includes Flagship nonstop flights between:
• John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), John Wayne Airport (SNA) or San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
• Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and LAX.
• Miami International Airport (MIA) and LAX.
• Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA) or Maui's Kahului Airport (OGG).
• Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and HNL.

Again, if you're flying through JFK, LAX, MIA, DFW or ORD, you should seek out a Flagship Lounge. Still, for premium transcontinental passengers originating in Boston or San Francisco, Admirals Club access can be a benefit.

You won't be able to bring in a guest if you're getting lounge access this way unless you're flying in international first class, in which case you're allowed one guest so long as they're on the same flight.

Related: 10-year anniversary: Reviewing American Flagship First on the new route to Doha

With a valid military ID and same-day American Airlines boarding pass, U.S. military personnel traveling in uniform can access the Admirals Club and partner club locations. You can bring in your immediate family or up to two guests.

However, U.S. uniformed military personnel can't access these two partner lounges:

• Airspace Lounge in San Diego International Airport (SAN).
• JAL Sakura Lounge in Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).

Related: The best travel perks and discounts for members of the military

Bottom line

There are numerous ways to access the Admirals Club. While the creature comforts of American's Admirals Clubs significantly vary, these lounges are still better than sitting in a crowded terminal and spending more than $5 on a bottle of water.

Just make sure you're well versed in the ins and outs of accessing the Flagship Lounge. After all, if you have access to the Flagship Lounge, you wouldn't want to visit the Admirals Club mistakenly.

If you're like most TPG staffers who value an Admirals Club membership, a single credit card that provides membership for you and access for your guests may be the way to go.

Additional reporting by Ethan Steinberg.

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All the ways to access american airlines' admirals club.

There are plenty of ways to access the Club, from credit cards to premium tickets!

If you've flown with American Airlines or through one of its many major destinations, you may have noticed the Admirals Club. Open to the airline's elite flyers, these lounges (usually) provide a way to grab some food and beverages before a flight, get some work done, or freshen up with a shower. While it might seem like only those in the front of the plane or high-rolling AAdvantage members can enter, there are several (much cheaper) ways to enter as well. Here's all you need to know.

Premium tickets

Perhaps the most complicated way to enter the Admirals Club (ironically) is with a qualifying business or first class ticket. Many have been caught out by the entry requirements if you're flying in premium cabins. American doesn't allow domestic first class members to enter without status or a card, reserving this only for international passengers. You can enter any Admiral Club if you're flying:

• Flagship Business or Flagship First between New York JFK and Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Orange County and from Los Angeles to Boston or Miami (transcontinental routes)
• Flagship Business or First between Dallas-Fort Worth and Chicago to Hawaii
• Business or first class when flying with American or one world member between the US and Asia, Australia, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Mexico, Middle East, New Zealand, and South America

Note that flights marketed by JetBlue and flown by American, except routes to and from Europe, are also eligible for entry to the Admirals Club until 31st January 2024. Alaska Airlines first class passengers also can't use Admirals Clubs when flying to Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, and Mexico (not Mexico City).

Speaking of guest access, passengers in international first class can bring one guest, while those in business cannot bring any.

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AAdvantage and oneworld elite members

If you're one of American's elite flyers, you're probably familiar with the Admirals Club, and the rules to enter. You can enter if you're:

• an AAdvantage Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Executive Platinum
• and flying on an international flight between the US and Asia, Australia, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Mexico, Middle East, New Zealand, and South America

As always, it's actually better to be a non-American one world elite member when it comes to lounge access. You can also access the Admirals Club if you have one world Sapphire or Emerald status with another carrier. The rules vary for US-based programs, however:

• Alaska Airlines MVP Gold, Gold 75K, and Gold 100K can only access the lounge when flying between the US and Asia, Australia, Central America, Europe, New Zealand, and South America or on Flagship-marked transcontinental flights from New York JFK and Los Angeles (in any cabin).
• All other one world elites can access the lounge before any flight with American or another member airline.

However, all elite members get to bring one guest (traveling on an one world flight) to the Admirals Club (children under two do not count as a guest).

Read more about elite status with American Airlines here!

Citi/AAdvantage Executive Cardholders

For those who don't want to necessarily spend for first class tickets or earn towards elite status, credit cards are the next best option. In particular, you'll need the Citi/AAdvantage Executive credit card, the highest-end offering from the carrier. You'll get 70,000 miles for signing up, an annual Admirals Club membership, an earning rate of 4 miles per $1 spent on travel with American (10 miles on hotels and car bookings with American), 1 mile per $1 spent on other spends, and 1 Loyalty Point toward per dollar spent.

All of this won't come cheap, it's $595 per year. However, the airline is quick to point out that it's cheaper than an annual membership alone (more on that in the next section) and there are plenty of travel perks too. You get priority check-in, security, Group 4 boarding, and two free checked bags for all companions too just by taking out the card.

You can enter the lounge by showing your physical credit card, a government ID, and your same-day boarding pass for any American or one world flight. Guest access includes any immediate family members (spouse, partners, and children under 18) or two guests. Note that you get the same lounge access benefits as an annual member, as listed below, including Qantas Clubs.

Annual membership and one-day pass

For those who aren't interested in the credit card can still purchase an annual membership to the Admirals Club. Prices recently went up to $850 per year starting July (previously $650) while renewing your membership rose to $800 (prev. $600). However, the membership also gives you access to:

• All Alaska Airlines lounges (when flying with American or Alaska)
• Qantas Clubs (when flying with Qantas or transpacific with American)
• Select partner lounges
• Domestic and international Admirals Club locations

You can also any immediate family or up to two guests into the lounge while flying.

If you just want to try out the lounge on a particularly long layover, you can buy a one-time pass for $79 (up from $59). Note that the lounge has the right to turn away customers with one-time passes due to capacity restrictions, something that has been happening more commonly due to crowding. In a statement about current issues of crowding, a spokesperson for American Airlines said,

"American Airlines is dedicated to delivering an enjoyable experience for our customers, including providing complimentary snacks, beverages, and meals based on flight region and length of flight."

Military members

If you're an active duty US military member traveling in uniform you may access any Admirals Club (domestic or international) along with immediate family or up to two guests. This is subject to capacity and excludes the Airspace Lounge in San Diego and the JAL Sakura Lounge in Honolulu. You'll need a military ID and same-day boarding pass to enter as well.

What do you think about American Airlines' Admiral Clubs? Would you purchase a membership to access the Club more frequently? Let us know in the comments!

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One-Day Pass access to Admirals Club ® lounges may be limited or not available based on lounge capacity.

Inside the club

Complimentary amenities and services are available to make your travel more productive and relaxing.

House drinks

Made-to-order specialties*

Personal travel assistance

Shower suites*

Business center*

Taking the lounge to the next level

We’re committed to providing you with the best experience possible. New, complimentary enhancements will begin rolling out on July 23, 2023.

Enhanced food

Fill up on a greater variety of premium food and enjoy hearty regional dishes. Plus, select lounges will offer convenient grab-and-go snacks if you’re short on time.

Expanded drink menus

Sip on sparkling wine, local craft beer and spirits. You can also enjoy more complimentary cocktails like mimosas, unique Bloody Marys and signature cocktails inspired by each location.

A new look and feel

Relax in redesigned lounges across the U.S., like the new Admirals Club ® in Washington Reagan (DCA) Terminal E. This new look and feel is also coming to Denver (DEN) and Newark (EWR) later in 2023.

Food and drink

Starting July 23, 2023, you can enjoy the expanded complimentary drink menus at all U.S. locations, with the locally inspired signature cocktails coming soon. Enhanced food will also be available on July 23 at Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA) and Washington Reagan (DCA), and at all U.S. locations by early 2024.

• A unique, premium menu featuring local flavors**
• Standard favorites including oatmeal, hard boiled eggs, whole fruit and cereal also available
• Made-to-order avocado toast compliments of Mastercard*

Lunch and dinner

• Standard favorites including soups, snack mixes, crudité, dip and whole fruit also available
• Grab-and-go snacks*
• Made-to-order guacamole compliments of Mastercard*
• Non-alcoholic drinks including freshly brewed coffee, espresso and lattes, handcrafted artisanal teas, iced tea and soft drinks
• Alcoholic drinks including house beer and wine, local craft beer, sparkling wine, spirits and cocktails
• A locally inspired Bloody Mary and signature cocktail**

Full meals and premium drinks

Hungry for more? Our clubs have bigger meals and premium cocktails available for purchase.

*At select locations

**Premium food and drink menus at each lounge may differ

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How To Access The Lounges At Miami International Airport When Flying In Economy

Considering how loud and busy airports can get, visiting an airport lounge can help you relax before your flight and significantly improve your overall travel experience. Miami International Airport (MIA), a major international gateway, is home to several lounges ready to welcome both domestic and international passengers. While lounge access is usually complimentary for premium passengers , there are also several ways you can get it when flying in economy class, which we will explore in this article.

Lounges in the North Terminal

Although it has one extensive U-shaped terminal, Miami Airport has three terminal buildings: the North, South, and Central. They are all interconnected and share a similar layout. The North Terminal, with Concourse D, handles domestic and international flights. Stretching over a mile, the terminal houses 51 gates, four security checkpoints, several shops, restaurants, and lounges.

American Airlines Flagship Lounge

The American Airlines Flagship Lounge at MIA is located in Concourse D, near gate D30. While open to qualifying first and business class customers, as well as elite AAdvantage members, economy travelers can access the lounge by purchasing a single visit pass. You can get access when traveling on any flight marketed or operated by American or one of its oneworld partners, regardless of your cabin.

As the name suggests, a Single Visit Pass is valid for the same-day, one-time use at the Flagship Lounge for which it was purchased. Your departing or arriving flights must be on the same day or before 06:00 the following morning. The pass can be purchased for $150 or 15,000 AAdvantage miles for an individual. Visitors must be at least 21 years old, and access is available based on lounge capacity.

American Airlines Admirals Club

American Airlines has two Admirals Club locations in Miami Airport's North Terminal. The first is located after security on the third floor above gate D15, while the second is located after security across from gate D30. A one-day pass is also available for economy class travelers . It can be purchased for $79 or 7,900 AAdvantage miles, and access is subject to lounge capacity.

You can purchase a one-day pass by logging in with your AAdvantage account number and password on the airline's website. To enter, you must provide your ID, one-day pass, and a boarding pass for same-day travel on a flight marketed or operated by American Airlines or any oneworld carrier.

American Express Centurion Lounge

If you are an American Express Platinum Cardmember, you will have unlimited complimentary access to all locations of The Centurion Lounge. Furthermore, you can bring up to two companions, with children under the age of two getting free admission. The lounge will be accessible within three hours before departure. It is located in Concourse D across from Gate D14 on Level 4.

American Express Centurion Lounges: All You Need To Know

Lounges in the central terminal.

The Central Terminal is adjacent to the North Terminal and has Concourse E, which handles domestic and international flights, and F and G, which mainly serve domestic flights. Concourse E has 18 gates and a satellite building capable of serving the Airbus A380. Concourse F has 19 gates, while G has 14. The terminal also hosts several different shops, restaurants, and lounges.

Turkish Airlines Lounge

Passengers with a valid one-day pass can access the Turkish Airlines Lounge in Concourse E. The lounge is also open to all Priority Pass members, regardless of your cabin class. However, access may be restricted due to space constraints, as premium customers of Turkish Airlines, United, Aer Lingus, and all Star Alliance members in the terminal also use the lounge.

Passengers can stay for a maximum of three hours, and children under two years are admitted for free. The lounge has the following amenities:

• Complimentary WiFi
• Shower facilities
• Refreshments
• Hotel and cold buffet
• Separate prayer room
• Computer workstations
• Air Conditioning

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Other lounges.

The Central terminal also has other lounges. While some of their guests may be traveling in economy, they are not for regular paying customers. This includes the Military Hospitality Lounge and the Consular Lounge. The Military Hospitality Lounge is open to US and Allied active duty and retired military travelers, together with their authorized dependents.

It is located in Concourse E on Level 2 and operates Thursday to Monday between 09:00 and 17:00. The Consular Lounge on the second level of Concourse F is reserved for foreign delegations visiting or transiting through MIA. The other lounges - Admirals Club E and Club America F, are temporarily closed.

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Lounges in the South Terminal

The South Terminal comprises Concourse H, with 13 gates, and Concourse J, with 15. The terminal welcomes both domestic and international flights, primarily operated by non-oneworld carriers. The two Concourses are connected by a walkway, which features most of the terminal's shops and dining stores.

Delta SkyClub

The Delta SkyClub in MIA's South Terminal can be found in the H-J connector to the left of Concourse H security. The airline notes that the lounge is under construction until April 2024 but remains open to guests. While Delta discontinued the sale of single-visit passes, there are still a few ways to access the Club if you are flying in economy .

Medallion (elite) members of Delta SkyMiles can purchase annual memberships to Delta Sky Club. According to NerdWallet , this costs $695 or 69,500 miles and lets you enter the lounge each time you fly with Delta. However, as of January 2024, all Basic Economy customers flying with Delta or in an equivalent cabin of a partner airline will not have access to the Sky Club.

You can also access the lounge if you are a SkyTeam Elite Plus customer traveling in any cabin on a SkyTeam international flight or domestic flight connecting to/from a same-day international flight. Similarly, this does not apply to Basic Economy customers. Some Delta SkyMiles Reserve and reserve Business American Express Card Members are also permitted into the lounge when flying in economy.

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Turkish Airlines has another lounge at Miami International Airport. It is located in Concourse H on level 3. It caters to Star Alliance premium customers and Turkish Airlines Elite and Elite Plus passengers but also admits Priority Pass, Lounge Club, Lounge Key, and Diners Club members. It would be an excellent relaxing spot if you are an eligible member flying in economy.

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About Nashville airport lounges

Concourse a: no lounges, concourse b: delta sky club, concourse c: american airlines admirals club and priority pass restaurant, concourse d: priority pass and uso, final thoughts on the lounges at nashville airport.

Nashville is one of the most popular destinations for live music and bachelorette parties. With its growing popularity, Nashville International Airport (BNA) had more than 20 million passengers fly through its airport in 2023.

If you're considering a visit to "Music City," relax and enjoy extra amenities at one of the Nashville airport lounges before heading out. Learn more about the airport lounges at BNA, what they offer and how you gain access to them.

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BNA is a hub for Southwest Airlines , which isn't known for offering premium benefits like airport lounges. However, BNA is serviced by numerous domestic and international airlines, so there are lounges at Nashville Airport that travelers can enjoy.

Most lounges are restricted to passengers of specific airlines, but Priority Pass options are also available to all travelers, regardless of carrier.

While you can buy a Priority Pass membership, many premium travel credit cards include Priority Pass memberships or day passes as a complimentary benefit.

The airport is divided into four concourses, depending on which airline you're flying. Passengers can walk between concourses to take advantage of its lounge options.

You won't find any lounges in BNA's Concourse A. Though this concourse serves a variety of airlines — including Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, which do operate their own lounges at other airports — none offer a Nashville airport lounge.

If your gate is in this part of the airport, walk to one of the other concourses to access an eligible lounge.

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When flying out of Concourse B, the only Nashville Airport lounge available is the Delta Sky Club, which recently completed a renovation to almost quadruple in size.

Delta Sky Club

Located near Gate B3.

Boarding pass is required for entry.

Open to eligible Delta passengers and SkyTeam travelers, as well as certain card holders.

The Delta Sky Club lounge in Nashville Airport recently underwent a renovation that finished in 2022. The renovation added over 10,000 square feet and nearly 200 seats for guests to enjoy. It offers complimentary Wi-Fi plus premium food, spirits and liquor at no charge, including an extensive assortment of regional whiskies, bourbons and ryes.

Guests can enter this Nashville airport lounge up to three hours prior to departure time. However, passengers with basic economy tickets do not have access to the lounge.

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When flying on Delta or one of its partners, travelers can access the Delta Sky Club with a Delta Sky Club membership, Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card , the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Business American Express Card , The Platinum Card® from American Express or The Business Platinum Card® from American Express . Terms apply.

Travelers with Delta Medallion elite status also receive free entry when traveling internationally on an eligible ticket, like Delta One or similar class on a partner airline.

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There are two lounges at Nashville Airport in Concourse C. The first is the American Airlines Admirals Club lounge, which is primarily for passengers flying on American Airlines, and the other is a Priority Pass restaurant.

While many premium credit cards offer Priority Pass benefits, there are only two currently available that include dining credits.

American Airlines Admirals Club

Located near Gate C15.

Must present a boarding pass to enter.

Open to eligible American Airlines passengers and Oneworld travelers and certain American Airlines-branded card holders.

Visitors to the Admirals Club from American Airlines receive complimentary Wi-Fi, food and drinks during their stay. This Nashville airport lounge also offers a full-service bar where guests can order premium food and drinks for an extra fee.

Complimentary admission is available to travelers on American Airlines and Oneworld flights with Admirals Club membership, ConciergeKey members and AirPass members with Admirals Club® privileges.

You'll also receive free admission if you are the primary cardholder of a Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® who is flying on American or a partner airline.

When you fly first or business class on international, transcontinental or domestic flights, you can also get into the lounge for free. Travelers with AAdvantage Executive Platinum , Platinum Pro or AAdvantage Platinum elite status can also enter for free when flying on any American Airlines flight.

American Airlines also extends club access to Oneworld elite status Emerald and Sapphire members on any American or Oneworld flight.

If you don't qualify based on the other methods, one-day passes can be purchased for $79 or 7,900 AAdvantage miles if there's space available.

This fee is waived for active duty military traveling in uniform and their immediate family (or two guests) when flying on American Airlines.

400 Degrees Hot Chicken

Located near Gate C19

Available for all travelers, but must show a boarding pass to use Priority Pass benefits.

One of Nashville's most popular dishes is hot chicken, and it's now available at the airport. Travelers can test the strength of their stomach with spicy chicken or choose from any number of breakfast, lunch and dinner options. 400 Degrees Hot Chicken also serves craft cocktails, beer and other drinks.

This restaurant is open to the public, but eligible Priority Pass members receive $28 per person in dining credits. Some cardholders are grandfathered in, but the only cards that include Priority Pass restaurant benefits that are open to new applicants are the Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Capital One Venture X Business .

If your card is eligible, you must activate your Priority Pass membership before you can redeem the credits.

» Learn more: Things to know about Priority Pass lounges

You'll find limited Nashville airport lounges in Concourse D. Minute Suites is a Priority Pass lounge that is also available to the general public. Plus, the USO offers active duty military and their families a place to relax and enjoy light snacks.

Minute Suites

Located near Gate D3.

No boarding pass is required for entry.

Open to all travelers. Eligible Priority Pass members receive one hour free.

Minute Suites offers five private retreats for travelers to escape from the noise and hustle of the airport. Although this Nashville airport lounge doesn't offer showers, guests can nap, watch TV, work or take calls in their dedicated space.

Rooms include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, a workstation and a comfortable daybed. Unlike other lounges, complimentary drinks and food are not included. However, Minute Suites offers a limited assortment of drinks, snacks and travel essentials for sale.

Travelers can enter Minute Suites Nashville by renting rooms by the hour or in 15-minute increments. Walk-ups are accepted, or you can reserve a room online . Prices start at $55 for one hour of $13.75 for each 15-minute increment.

On-site discounts are available for flight crews and active military. Eligible Priority Pass members receive one hour for free, and additional time is charged a discounted $34 per hour.

Located near Gate D1.

Restricted to active duty military and their families.

USO Lounges are reserved for active duty military and their families to relax before or after a flight. The USO Lounge at Nashville airport offers complimentary coffee, snacks, Wi-Fi, television and video games. Space is limited, so this lounge restricts its capacity to just 40 guests at a time.

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While BNA is a smaller regional airport, it offers airport lounges from two major carriers plus two Priority Pass options.

The Nashville airport lounges are an excellent way to enjoy complimentary drinks, food, Wi-Fi and entertainment if your flight, elite status or credit card benefits provide access.

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One-Day Pass access to Admirals Club ® lounges may be limited or not available based on lounge capacity.

Inside the club

Complimentary amenities and services are available to make your travel more productive and relaxing.

House drinks

Made-to-order specialties*

Personal travel assistance

Shower suites*

Business center*

Taking the lounge to the next level

We’re committed to providing you with the best experience possible. New, complimentary enhancements will begin rolling out on July 23, 2023.

Enhanced food

Fill up on a greater variety of premium food and enjoy hearty regional dishes. Plus, select lounges will offer convenient grab-and-go snacks if you’re short on time.

Expanded drink menus

Sip on sparkling wine, local craft beer and spirits. You can also enjoy more complimentary cocktails like mimosas, unique Bloody Marys and signature cocktails inspired by each location.

A new look and feel

Relax in redesigned lounges across the U.S., like the new Admirals Club ® in Washington Reagan (DCA) Terminal E. This new look and feel is also coming to Denver (DEN) and Newark (EWR) later in 2023.

Food and drink

Starting July 23, 2023, you can enjoy the expanded complimentary drink menus at all U.S. locations, with the locally inspired signature cocktails coming soon. Enhanced food will also be available on July 23 at Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA) and Washington Reagan (DCA), and at all U.S. locations by early 2024.

• A unique, premium menu featuring local flavors**
• Standard favorites including oatmeal, hard boiled eggs, whole fruit and cereal also available
• Made-to-order avocado toast compliments of Mastercard*

Lunch and dinner

• Standard favorites including soups, snack mixes, crudité, dip and whole fruit also available
• Grab-and-go snacks*
• Made-to-order guacamole compliments of Mastercard*
• Non-alcoholic drinks including freshly brewed coffee, espresso and lattes, handcrafted artisanal teas, iced tea and soft drinks
• Alcoholic drinks including house beer and wine, local craft beer, sparkling wine, spirits and cocktails
• A locally inspired Bloody Mary and signature cocktail**

Full meals and premium drinks

Hungry for more? Our clubs have bigger meals and premium cocktails available for purchase.

Enjoy a complimentary Admirals Club® membership

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• Earn 70,000 bonus miles. Terms apply.
• Complimentary Admirals Club ® membership (a value of up to $850)
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Join us for a Journey of a Lifetime to St. Petersburg the gem of Russia. Sometimes called the city of the Tsars or the Northern Venice, it is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. All of our tours to St. Petersburg are fully customizable and can be adjusted to fit any budget. Our most popular tours are listed below. Please click on the tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our St. Petersburg tours using the form on the side of the page. You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.

Classic St. Petersburg

This is our most popular tour of St. Petersburg. It includes all the most important highlights of the Northern Capital, and also provides enough free time for exploring the city on your own. We have a huge variety of St. Petersburg excursions that you can take for extra sightseeing.

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Express St. Petersburg

This tour gives you a great overview of the city. You will visit Peter and Paul Fortress, the birthplace of the city and also the location where the Last Romanovs are buried. You will become acquainted with the rich collection of the Hermitage Museum and learn about Imperial life while visiting Peterhof.

Weekend in St. Petersburg

This tour is a great way to get acquainted with St. Petersburg if you are short on time. You will see all of the city’s major highlights and visit the Hermitage Museum - one of the largest museums in the world and former residence of Russian tzars.

Imperial St. Petersburg

This is our most complete St. Petersburg tour package. Besides visiting all of the major sights within the city and three Imperial summer residences, you will also see the Yusupov Palace and learn about the life and murder of Rasputin, one of the most mysterious figures in Russia’s history.

Group Tour St. Petersburg Break by Intourist

Explore St. Petersburg, the former capital of Imperial Russia with its magnificent palaces, parks, and monuments. Our engaging and most importantly fun tour includes all the most important highlights, such as Peter and Paul Fortress, the Hermitage Museum, and the Catherine Palace with the Amber Room.

Jewish Heritage Tour

This tours takes you to the major Jewish sights of St. Petersburg including the Grand Choral Synagogue, the Kolomna district and the Ethnography Museum which has an excellent exhibition dedicated to the history and culture of the Jewish people in Russia.

Jewish Heritage, Major City Highlights, Peterhof & Catherine Palace

This tour will take you to St. Petersburg’s great museums such as the Hermitage and the Catherine Palace, and it also includes several sights connected with the life of the Jewish community.

Major City Highlights

Let our friendly and knowledgeable guide take you on a fun and informative tour to St. Petersburg's major highlights including the Peter and Paul Fortress, Nevsky Prospect, the Hermitage, the Cathedral on the Spilt Blood and more over the course of one day.

All City Highlights

This tour is a great introduction to St. Petersburg - the Venice of the North. During the tour, you will visit the Yusupov Palace associated with the fate of Rasputin, St. Isaacs Cathedral, the Hermitage Museum and the Cathedral on the Spilt Blood.

Major City Highlights & Peterhof

On this tour, you will have the chance to explore the magnificent parks and fountains of Peterhof, the outstanding interiors of the Grand Palace at Peterhof, and the Hermitage Museum - one of the world's greatest museums.

Major City Highlights & Catherine Palace

This tour takes you to one of the world's most famous treasures - the Amber Room in Tsarskoe Selo. You will visit the Catherine Palace and Park, and explore the famous Hermitage Museum.

Three Imperial Residences

This tour takes you to three Imperial suburbs - each with its own palace and park and all associated with Russia's colorful history. See the fountains of Peterhof, the Amber Room in the Catherine Palace and Emperor Paul's German style residence in Pavlosk.

One-Day Moscow Tour with Visit to the Tretyakov Gallery

This tour brings you the main highlights of Moscow, Russia’s capital. You will also take an excursion to the Tretyakov Gallery which contains many masterpieces from the greatest Russian artists.

Revolution, WWII & Soviet Leningrad

Russia is well known for its rich history and especially the Russian Revolution that ushered in the age of communism and the Soviet Union. Our tour will take you to the places associated with the Soviet epoque.

One-Day Moscow Tour with Visit to the Kremlin

This one-day tour to Russia's capital includes major highlights of Moscow, such as Red Square, the Kremlin Cathedrals and Armory. Feel the energy that has always made Moscow one of the most exciting cities on earth.

St. Petersburg is considered the capital of Russian arts and cultural. During this tour, you will visit such gems as the Hermitage Museum, the Church on the Spilt Blood and the Peterhof Palace with its magnificent gardens and fountains.

This tour takes you to the town of Pushkin, also known as Tsarkoye Selo, one of St. Petersburg's main Imperial suburbs. You will visit the Catherine Palace and Park - home to one of the world's most exquisite pieces of architectural and decorative art, the Amber Room.

Major City Highlights, Peterhof & Catherine Palace

This tour explores St. Petersburg’s main attractions including the Hermitage Museum, the Church on the Spilt Blood and two of the city's Imperial suburbs - Peterhof with its magnificent fountains and Pushkin’s Catherine Palace, famous for the Amber Room.

All City Highlights, Peterhof & Catherine Palace

On this tour, you will explore the city's most beautiful museums, including the Hermitage and the Yusupov Palace, as well as two Imperial suburbs - Peterhof with its fountains and Pushkin with the Catherine Palace and the Amber Room.

This tour will give you a great understanding and feeling for the city of St. Petersburg, Russia's art and cultural capital. It takes you to the Hermitage, Catherine Palace (including the Amber Room), the Peter & Paul Fortress, St. Isaac's Cathedral and more.

All City Highlights and Three Imperial Summer Residences

Over the course of 3 days, you will visit three of St. Petersburg's Imperial suburbs - Peterhof, Pushkin with the Catherine Palace and Pavlosvk. We will also explore the city's most beautiful museums, such as the Hermitage, the Yusupov Palace, St.Isaac's Cathedral and more.

Jewish Heritage, Major City Highlights & Catherine Palace

This tour will acquaint you with the Hermitage Museum and the Catherine Palace with its world-famous Amber Room, while at the same time it explores the history and present-day life of St. Petersburg's Jewish Community.

Jewish Heritage, Major City Highlights & Peterhof

Besides exploring St. Petersburg's main sights such as the Hermitage, Cathedral on the Spilt Blood and the Imperial suburb of Peterhof with its magnificent fountains, this tour will also acquaint you with the history of St. Petersburg’s Jewish community.

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Tour of Pushkin: Catherine Palace and Park, Amber Room

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Thank you both for making our visit to St. Petersburg so enjoyable. Asya - your prompt replies to my many emails and your efficient organization were greatly appreciated. Elena - you were a delight. I don't know how you remembered all those names and dates! Your knowledge and enthusiasm made our 2 days with you very interesting and memorable. I will recommend you both to any friends we hear who are travelling to St. Petersburg. Thank you again for 2 wonderful days.

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St. Petersburg is one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It was built on a collection of islands where the Neva River meets the Gulf of Finland and is divided further by a system of canals earning the city the name the Venice of the North. St. Petersburg was referred to as Peter the Great’s Window to the West because the great Tsar and reformer Peter the First designed the city to be Russia’s most European. The European feeling of the city is as true today as it was during the early 1700s. The embankments and boulevards are full of 18th and 19th century palaces of the nobility giving St. Petersburg an almost fairytale atmosphere. The historical city center is huge and dominated by the Winter Palace (former residence of the Tsars) which now houses the world famous Hermitage Museum . St. Petersburg Russia indeed is one of the most romantic and beautiful cities on earth. Our company is based in St. Petersburg, Russia allowing us to offer the widest variety of St. Petersburg Russia tours and excursions available on the Internet. All of our tours are designed so that our guests experience maximum enjoyment and become immersed in the culture and history of this great, Russian city. All our tours are private and can be fully customized upon your request. You can either choose one of our ready-made packages or create your own. Because we are locally based, we can offer excellent prices and the most knowledgeable guides in the city.

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The city has witnessed some of the most dramatic and important moments in Russian history since its founding in 1703 by Peter the Great , making the city especially important for curious travelers coming to Russia. St. Petersburg was the scene of the Decembrist uprising , the famous court of Tsarina Catherine the Great , the assassination of Tsar Pavel and Alexander II and the home of Rasputin , the Siberian mystic. The last Tsar, Nicholas the II, was overthrown at the Winter Palace and the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution and Lenin brought communism to power here. After the revolution, the name of the city was changed to Leningrad. During the Second World War, Leningrad was under siege and fully blockaded by the Nazis for almost 3 years, resulting in the deaths of up to 1.5 million of its citizens. Our St. Petersburg tours take you to the places associated with many of these events and more.

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What is the best time of year to go to st petersburg.

St Petersburg is a spectacular city regardless of the time of year, it all depends on your itinerary. Summertime can be wonderfully warm and brings the White Nights, nearly 24-hours of sunshine and a party atmosphere. However, St Petersburg will be very busy and accommodation can be much more expensive. St Petersburg is quite cold in winter, but enchantingly beautiful and with less crowds. The worst weather takes place in November and March. Check to see if your visit will coincide with Russia’s holidays and festivals, and for more information about the best time to visit, read our guide .

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Admirals Club Lounge at Orlando International Airport [Review]

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What Are Admirals Club Lounges?

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After a quick trip to Orlando, I found myself stuck at Orlando International Airport (MCO) for about 5 hours thanks to some rolling delays by American Airlines.

When I travel with my kids, even a 1-hour delay can throw all of our well-thought-out plans out the window. But, “fortunately” I was flying solo, so my only concern was which lounge I was going to get comfortable at until my flight was ready.

My first instinct was to open my Priority Pass app and find the list of lounges at MCO , but as I was doing that, I stumbled across an Admirals Club! I have been to Orlando many times and I have access to Admirals Clubs , so there was no excuse for me to not even know that this lounge existed. I was ashamed of myself!

So, I had no other option (and it was a perfect one, to be honest) than to check out the Admirals Club at MCO. Let’s take a look.

Admirals Clubs are American Airlines-branded lounges that are available to certain passengers, credit card holders, and paid members.

There are currently almost 50 Admirals Clubs across the world, mostly at popular American Airlines destinations.

Guests can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi as well as free snacks and drinks. There are often additional food and beverage options available for purchase as well.

Hot Tip: Flying American Airlines soon? Here is a full list of U.S. Admirals Club lounge locations, hours, and amenities .

Admirals Club — Concourse 3 at MCO

The Admirals Club at Orlando International Airport ( MCO ) is located in Concourse 3 of Terminal B, directly across from gate 55 .

Since most American Airlines flights leave from this area, it should be pretty easy to find. My plane was scheduled to leave from gate 55, so it was convenient… until we had to deplane and then move to another gate to get a new plane.

Since I was flying American Airlines Flagship business class back to Rio de Janeiro (GIG) via Miami (MIA), I had complimentary access to the lounge. After a quick scan of my boarding pass, I was on my way to explore the lounge.

I am also an authorized user on my dad’s Citi ® /AAdvantage ® Executive World Elite™ Mastercard ® that would have provided me with access had I not been flying internationally in business class.

If you don’t have one of those options, getting access is still possible. Here are the other options:

• Purchase a day pass for $79
• Purchase an Admirals Club membership that ranges between $750 and $850
• Have AAdvantage Executive Platinum , Platinum Pro , or Platinum status while flying any cabin internationally on AA or a Oneworld partner
• Have Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire status while flying any cabin internationally on AA or a Oneworld partner (not including North America)
• Uniformed military personnel flying on American Airlines

My first impression of the lounge was that it was bright and had incredible views of the tarmac and approaching American Airlines aircraft.

After I stopped staring at the planes I started to notice how awkward the layout of the lounge was. There are 2 floors with a spiral staircase in the middle that brings your downstairs to the bar area.

If you have more than a light carry-on, you will likely need to take the elevator up and down to get between the levels.

Aside from that, I really like the design of the current Admirals Clubs. They are modern, vibrant, comfortable, and instantly recognizable.

With such a unique layout, there were plenty of seating options.

If you were sitting on the top floor, you could have your pick of chairs and stools with great views of the tarmac.

Downstairs offered additional seating, tables, and a big high-top bar.

The food and beverage offerings were the standard options you would find any Admirals Club in the U.S. If you are curious, you can take a look at the Admirals Club online menu.

While the menu above listed all of the items for sale, like appetizers, entrée salads, and sandwiches, there are other items including soups and small salads that are complimentary.

I didn’t feel like ordering anything off the menu, so I just snacked on what was available on the counters.

There were some decent healthy snacks like bananas and tangerines.

As well as some pre-made salads and mixed vegetable sticks.

I was strong and avoided the bite-sized apple caramel crumb cake… but they looked good!

There were also a couple of soup options behind the bar, but I didn’t end up trying them.

The bar is certainly a popular option at most Admirals Clubs. While the complimentary alcoholic beverages are limited to 1 brand of beer, red wine, and white wine, if there is something specific that you want to drink, there is a pretty good chance it is available for an extra cost.

For beer drinkers, there were 4 beers on tap including:

• Miller Lite (complimentary)
• Sierra Nevada Pale Ale
• Stella Artois
• Toboggan Blonde Ale by Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company

For wine drinkers, there was a variety of reds and whites available.

And if you prefer a cocktail, the bar was completely stocked and the bartender appeared to know what he was doing.

For non-alcoholic drinks, there was complimentary coffee, juice, water, and soda available. Most of it was self-service.

Bottom Line: If you are looking for some light snacks and adult beverages before your flight out of Orlando, you will find them at the Admirals Club. 

The Admirals Club at MCO is a pretty small lounge, so besides the bar and snacks, there really wasn’t much else to do.

The wireless internet was fast and easy to connect to using the same password from the Admirals Club I had recently visited in Miami. That meant that my phone connected automatically — a nice detail that AA introduced when they rebranded the lounges.

Workspace Options

The only real dedicated workspace option was this section of countertop along the window on the top floor. Unfortunately, the public computers were not available due to coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns.

If you wanted to spread out a bit more, you would probably be more comfortable at one of the tables near the bar on the bottom floor.

In the back left corner of the top floor, you will find a quiet room.

Showers are not available at Admirals Club at MCO.

While I was in the lounge for a few hours due to my delayed flight, I didn’t have too much interaction with the staff as I was mostly catching up on work down by the bar.

When I arrived, I was greeted with a smile and asked if I had been here before. Once I told the agent no, he gave me a nice little overview of the lounge.

However, since I spent most of my time by the bar, I had a nice rapport going with the bar and cleaning crew. When the bartender stepped away, one of the cleaners noticed my empty glass and offered to refill it for me — I was impressed!

Overall, coronavirus (COVID-19) protocols were pretty standard.

The agents at the door had plexiglass dividers and I was asked to scan my own boarding pass to limit unnecessary interactions.

Face masks were worn appropriately throughout by both staff and passengers.

And, of course, there was plenty of hand sanitizer available.

Overall, the Admirals Club at Orlando International Airport (MCO) is a solid little lounge, despite its awkward layout.

With great views of the planes coming in and out of the nearby gates, fast Wi-Fi, and free snacks and drinks, it’s hard to complain. Although there is no kids’ room or shower available, this is still a pretty good option to escape the chaos that is often Orlando International Airport.

If you have complimentary access to this lounge, it is certainly worth popping in to check out. If you were to pay $79 for a day pass, I would probably skip it and just use that money at the food court.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an admirals club at orlando airport.

Yes, there is an Admirals Club located in Concourse 3 of Terminal B, directly across from gate 55 at Orlando International Airport (MCO).

Can you pay to get into the Admirals Club?

Yes, a single day pass for the Admirals Club is $79. You can also purchase a membership for $850.

What lounges are at MCO?

There are multiple lounge options at Orlando International Airport (MCO) . In addition to the American Airlines Admirals Club, there is also the Delta Sky Club, The Club at MCO (2 locations), a United Club, and a USO Lounge.

What drinks are free at the Admirals Club?

Guests at the Admirals Club have a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to choose from. Alcoholic beverages include a draft beer, 1 red wine, and 1 white wine.

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Saint Petersburg was built by Peter the Great in 1703 on the Neva river, on the land he had just conquered from the Swedish Empire , outside the area then populated by the Russian people. Pre-planned rather than spontaneous almost from the very beginning, the city, called by Peter "my window on Europe", was designed to look European rather than Russian, and many European architects were invited to work here. As the capital of the Russian Empire from the early 18th century to the early 20th century, the city grew steadily, saw many crucial events of the Russian history, and was a major cultural center. Many world-famous artists, scientists, writers and composers, such as Mendeleev, Dostoevsky and Tchaikovsky, lived and worked here.

In 1917 the Russian Revolution started. The significance of Saint Petersburg has declined somewhat after the transfer of the Russian capital to Moscow in 1918, but this allowed its cityscape to remain largely intact to this day. During World War II , the city was besieged by the Wehrmacht for 872 days, resulting in more than a million of civilian losses, mainly from starvation.

The city has undergone several name changes since its founding. Due to the German origins of the name "Saint Petersburg", its name was changed to the more Russian-sounding "Petrograd" in 1914 in the wake of World War I . Subsequently, its name was changed to "Leningrad" in honour of the founding leader of the Soviet Union, Vladimir Ilyich Lenin. It was only in 1991, after the breakup of the Soviet Union that the original name was restored, though the surrounding area remains known as Leningrad Oblast.

Saint Petersburg has almost always been, or at least tried to be a city with strong foreign connections, and this is where its authenticity lies. Don't expect it to be overly indigenous. Matryoshkas and other such souvenirs popular among foreigners have very little to do with its authentic life.

Talk [ edit ]

The language spoken in Saint Petersburg is Russian, as in most parts of Russia. English is usually taught in schools and universities, so younger people are supposed to understand it to some extent, but the chance of finding anybody who is fluent in English on the streets is, though better than elsewhere in Russia including Moscow, still not that great. Average people will probably be able to point out a direction, but don't expect much more. The signs and labels in most places, especially off the beaten path, are still in Russian only, with a notable exceptions of metro (subway) and street signs in the city centre. It may be a good idea to get familiar with the Russian Cyrillic alphabet before the travel, as this is easy and lets you recognize street names and so on.

There is a local weekly English-language newspaper, The St. Petersburg Times [dead link] .

Get in [ edit ]

Russian visa requirements are complex but are not hard to manage with some online research. See the Get In section of the article on Russia for information. A visa is not required for a trip of less than 72 hours if you arrive in St. Petersburg by ferry or by cruise liner and you have a pre-arranged program of excursions by an approved local company.

Starting October 1, 2019 tourists from a number of countries can visit St.Petersburg and the surrounding regions by e-visa, obtained free of charge from the Russian Government website . This site lists the particular border crossings where this class of visa is accepted. This visa has been suspended due to Covid-19 restrictions.

By train [ edit ]

Tickets can be bought at the train stations or online . Long distance train tickets are generally more expensive if bought close to the date of travel. See Russia#By train 2 for more details on travelling in Russia by train.

There are five principal train stations in Saint Petersburg:

From Finland [ edit ]

Karelian Trains, a joint venture of the state railway companies VR (Finland) and RZD (Russia), operates highspeed Allegro trains running at up to 220 km/h between Helsinki and Saint Petersburg (travel time 3½ hours, 4 departures in each direction per day, €59-79 for 2nd class). Tickets originating in Finland can be purchased from the VR Group [dead link] website, via some travel agencies, and at major VR train stations in Finland. Border crossing formalities are completed on board the train immediately after departure from Helsinki. The trains are almost always on time and there are no delays in crossing the border. On-board currency exchange is available. On 26 March 2022 the Allegros will stop because of the Russian war on Ukraine.

By bus [ edit ]

International buses and buses to major cities in Russia all leave from the 59.9132 30.35747 7 main bus station (Avtovokzal) , near the Obvodny Kanal metro station. Some may make additional stops elsewhere in the city; see below. Buses are the preferred method of travel to/from Estonia and Latvia , but generally do not make sense for travel to Finland or within Russia.

The process of crossing the border by bus takes much longer than when travelling by train or air. Border agents only speak Russian and are sometimes not aware of visa requirements, which leads to delays.

The train is much more preferred method of travel than the bus within Russia. Domestic bus schedules can be accessed on AviaBus [dead link] .

• Lux Express operates service to/from Helsinki (€15-20, 7 hours, 3 per day). This is the cheapest way to travel to Helsinki, although it takes twice as long as the train.
• Matkahuolto provides information on traveling by bus to/from Finland. There are direct buses between Saint Petersburg and Helsinki (7-8 hours, 4 per day, €35) and Lappeenranta (6 hours, 3 per day, €31), with further connections to other cities in Finland.
• Sovavto [dead link] operates daily buses between Saint Petersburg and Turku (10 hours, €53), with stops at several cities including Helsinki (7½ hours, €35).

From the Baltics and other cities in Europe [ edit ]

By boat [ edit ].

If you join a cruise tour of St. Petersburg, then you don't need a Russian visa but you have to stay with the tour. See Russia#Visa free entry by ship .

• St. Peter Line [dead link] operates visa-free cruises to St. Petersburg from Helsinki , Tallinn , and Stockholm .
• RechFlot and Stolichnaya Sudokhodnaya Kompania (SSK) operate river cruises on the inland waterway "Volga-Baltic" which links Moscow , the River Volga, and Lakes Onega, Ladoga and Neva.

Get around [ edit ]

Bridge draw schedule [ edit ].

Except during the winter, the 9 low bridges in St. Petersburg are drawn during the night to allow for the passage of boat traffic. Therefore, if you don't make it to the side of the river where you are staying before the bridges are drawn and there are no high bridges to cross, you will be stuck until the bridges are lowered. There are "breaks" when some the bridges are lowered in the middle of the night for approximately 30 minutes to briefly allow everyone to get home. The bridge schedule is particularly noteworthy for those staying on Vasilyevsky Island, which is unreachable at certain times of the night. Seeing the bridges drawn in the middle of the night is a must for all visitors to the city!

The Bolshoy Obukhovskiy Most, 14 km south of the Alexander Nevsky Bridge (Most Aleksandra Nevskogo), is never drawn, allowing for 24-hour crossing of the Neva River. However, the bridge is out of the way and will increase the cost of your taxi or Uber.

The official bridge draw schedule is published online .

The following are the times when the bridges are drawn and will not be able to be crossed:

By taxi [ edit ]

Taxis are always available but are much more expensive at night. Every private vehicle is a potential taxi. Flagging down a vehicle and paying for a ride somewhere is perfectly normal in Russia and quite popular although ill-advised for tourists. Safety is, of course, an issue. As a rule, you should never get in a private cab if it already has passengers inside.

Refuse requests from the driver to take on more fares unless you reached your destination; if he insists, ask to stop at a safe-looking place, pay and leave. If the driver stops for gas, step out of the car, take your belongings, and get some fresh air while he is fuelling it. Those travelling alone (men and women) should wave off any suspicious ride for any reason whatsoever. Gypsy cabs which linger near popular bars and restaurants at night have been known to be especially dangerous, with several instances of druggings and robberies.

Drivers do not usually speak English. Watch out for overpriced taxis outside Hermitage museum. They have meters that run at 4 times the rate of regular taxis. Negotiate a flat fare before getting on the taxi. If the driver insists on using the meter you should walk away.

By ridehail [ edit ]

Uber is a safer and cheaper method of transport than taxis. In Russia it works under the franchise of Yandex.Taxi , the subsidiary of Yandex - the local Internet giant, so you will need to download the corresponding app. Drivers usually don't speak English, but communicating with the driver is not necessary since the fares and destinations are all handled through the app. Other alternative for ridehail is Bolt [dead link] .

By bicycle [ edit ]

While the terrain in Saint Petersburg is flat, the city is not bicycle-friendly due to limited bike lanes, bad weather, and dangerous car traffic. However, you are allowed to take a bicycle onto the elektrichka trains upon payment of a small fee and go to a less crowded suburb to enjoy a ride.

See [ edit ]

Saint Petersburg is simply put one of the greatest sightseeing cities on earth. No visit can do it justice—you'll have to move here to really be able to see all the sights. Really, budgeting a month of full-time tourism would not be unrealistic. And that's after all dramatic events of the 20th century that took place here! Perhaps only Rome , Paris and London can compare in sheer volume of beautiful, grand things to see.

As the center of the Russian world for 200 years of the Romanov Dynasty, the city reaped the rewards of Peter the Great's impossibly grandiose and tyrannical vision, and the Empire's extreme inequality. The wealth of the wealthy in Imperial Russia was almost unfathomably extreme, and led to the extreme opulence of the palaces and ecclesiastical buildings throughout the city center, as well as the suburban palaces at Peterhof , Gatchina , Strelna , Pushkin , and Pavlovsk . The greatest concentration of sights is found within the huge area of the center inside the Obvodny Canal , along the south embankment of Vasilievsky Island , and in the southern half of Petrogradsky Island .

Highlights [ edit ]

So, OK, you don't have months to explore the city—what are the highlights? It's a difficult question to answer. The most obvious destination is the Winter Palace on Palace Square (right by the Admiralty and the Bronze Horseman ), which houses the Hermitage Museum, and which was the winter residence of the Romanov Tsars and essentially the center of the Russian Imperial government. The Hermitage Museum is easily one of the top five art museums in the world, but even if you don't care about art, wandering around the enormous palace itself is extremely rewarding. The nineteenth century, whimsical Church on the Spilled Blood nearby is another internationally recognized icon of the city, with a spectacular setting on the Griboedov Canal near the Mikhailovsky Garden, and filled—literally filled—with beautiful mosaics.

Speakings of canals, strolling the palace-lined banks of the Moika, the Fontanka, and the Griboedov Canal in the historic center is a must. During the summer months, you can also enjoy this magnificent architecture from the boat by joining any of the popular (albeit expensive) "channel tours," or opt for a budget boat trip along the Neva river on a so-called riverbus , which is a tiny boat zooming along the river on several routes that are integrated into the system of public transport.

In the same neighborhood, walk down Nevsky Prospekt, which serves as Saint Petersburg's main grand avenue for shops (especially the historic mall of Gostiny Dvor ), theaters, and another realm of palaces and cathedrals, most notably the massive Kazan Cathedral . The Kazan Cathedral is functioning, so its easier to visit than the other big cathedrals (no lines, entrance fees, etc.). In the same neighborhood, but off Nevsky, are the Square of the Arts , where you'll find the Russian Museum —an absolute can't-miss for art lovers. The Mariinsky Theater is one of the world's most beautiful performance venues, and you should check it out even if you can't see an opera or ballet performance. Mammoth Saint Isaac's Cathedral [dead link] , with its impressive balcony views, is another obvious sightseeing destination.

Across the Neva River are more can't-miss sights. The Peter and Paul Fortress on the Petrograd Side is easily one of the city's top three attractions. Aside from its sheer beauty, visit it for its immense history as the final resting place of the Romanov Tsars, as well as its role as a notorious prison for the most high-profile political prisoners under their rule. On Vasilievsky Island , you must at least take a taxi over to the Strelka for the views by the Rostral Columns, across the street from the Old Stock Exchange, home to the Naval Museum , surely one of the best of this kind on the planet. Then take another ride along University Embankment before heading back across the river. Better yet, stop along the way at the weird and wonderful Kunstkamera museum of ethnology, home to Peter the Great's bizarre collection of oddities.

Complicating the desire to see the city's highlights in a short period of time are the magnificent suburban palaces at Peterhof , Pushkin , Lomonosov , Strelna , and Pavlovsk . Any tourists who visit Saint Petersburg and don't see neither the Tsarskoye Selo palaces at Pushkin, nor the Bolshoi Palace at Peterhof, really should be a bit ashamed of themselves. It's like going to Paris and skipping Versailles. Of the three, the Pavlovsk Palace would be the least unforgivable to miss, but if you have the time—go.

Exploring more [ edit ]

More time? The center has a world of more sights. Mars Field with the Memorial to the Revolutionary Fighters and the Eternal Flame, the Circus, wonderfully baroque Smolny Cathedral, Peter the Great's Cabin, the rolling parkland of the Tauride Palace and Gardens, Alexander Nevsky Monastery, the Yusupov Palace where Rasputin was killed (if you get the chance to see a performance in the theater inside, jump on it), the neoclassical bust-filled Summer Gardens, Mikhailovsky Castle, the Marble Palace, the small but powerfully heartrending Museum of the Defense and Blockade of Leningrad. Literary buffs should seek out Dostoevsky's local haunts, including the famous "Murder Walk" from Crime and Punishment , which will take you right from Raskolnikov's apartment to the door of the very apartment where the grisly deed was done.

Head back across the river to the Petrograd Side , past the Peter and Paul Fortress, you'll find the Saint Petersburg Mosque, the really impressive Military Museum, the museum-ship of the Cruiser Aurora, the ever... interesting Museum of Political History, and the Botanical Gardens. On Vasilievsky , the whole Neva embankment is filled with great museums and grand buildings. Especially great places to visit (aside from the aforementioned Naval Museum and Kunstkamera) include the Menshikov Palace (run by the Hermitage), the Twelve Collegia, and the Mining Museum. And don't forget to hunt down the some 3,300 year-old sphinx statues from the Theban Necropolis!

Further afield [ edit ]

Few tourists make it out of the city center, south of the Obvodny Canal and north of Petrogradsky Island, but there are still huge amounts of things to see in the north and south of the city—especially in the south. Southern Saint Petersburg is home to the Narva Triumphal Arch and its sister monument—the Moscow Triumphal Gate, the huge Monument to the Heroic Defenders of Leningrad (which honestly should be one of the main attractions in this city, if not for its distance from the center), Moscow Victory Park, and one of the best examples of Stalinist architecture (more interesting than you'd think) at the House of the Soviets, fronted by a very large Lenin statue. The most wonderful sight in southern Saint Petersburg, though, may be the whimsical, candy cane-colored Chesme Church.

The eastern part of the city (colloquially known as the Right bank ) is renowned for its nineteenth century industrial architecture in the districts of Okhta and Porokhovye (former gunpowder factories).

Northern Saint Petersburg is a bit less notable, but adventurous travelers can find some things of interest, especially in the old industrial district around the Finliandskii Station, at the Forestry Academy and Piskaryovskoye Memorial Cemetery for the fallen in the Siege of Leningrad.

The naval fortress of Kronstadt at Kotlin island, nowadays accessible by road across the dam, is a very significant site for fans of the history of military architecture, and makes for enjoyable day trips by boat.

Do [ edit ]

Events [ edit ].

Other Theatres [ edit ]

Circus [ edit ], concerts [ edit ].

The music scene in St. Petersburg is diverse, with several classical, jazz, and pop concerts to choose from each week. Tickets are available at the same Teatralnaya Kassa locations as ballet and opera tickets, although tickets to pop concerts - especially US and European stars on tour - sometimes use exclusive distributors. For pop and rock concerts, unless you buy tickets for the dance floor (tanzpol), you are expected to sit quietly in your seat as if you were at a ballet - ushers are vigilant about keeping the audience from standing up, dancing, or cheering (polite applause is allowed, but that's about all).

Several of the ballet and opera theaters above also offer orchestral and recital performances, so those are not repeated below. Also, don't forget the many small clubs where up and coming bands play.

Film [ edit ]

Most cinemas in St. Petersburg show Hollywood films dubbed in Russian. Art cinemas like Dom Kino often show independent American or British movies subtitled in Russian. DVDs of American/European films are also often dubbed. There have been crackdowns on sellers of bootleg DVDs, so it may be difficult or expensive to find DVDs in English these days. There are several DVD stores in the city - often near Metro stations - and it is worth asking about films in English.

Annual Message to Man international documentary, short, and animated films festival takes place in June or July, screening many films in English.

Sport [ edit ]

Watch football: FC Zenit Saint Petersburg play in the Russian Premier League, the top tier of Russian football. Their home ground is Krestovsky Stadium, on Krestovsky island 10 km north of city centre. Take Metro M3 (Green Line) west towards Begovaya and get off at Novokrestovskaya. The stadium will host matches at the upcoming Euro 2020 tournament.

Private language schools [ edit ]

• CREF - Centre of Russian, English & French Studies .  
• EducaCentre , 2 locations: Komendantskaya square #1, Atmosphere Shopping Mall, 6th floor and 12th line of Vasilievskiy Island , ☏ +7 812 676 0075 , [email protected] . (20) 45-minute group lessons per week: €180, (30) 45-minute group lessons per week: €225; €60 administrative fee .  
• EDUCA Russian Language School , 3 Bolshaya Morskaya ( Metro: Gostiny Dvor ), ☏ +7 812 954 7320 , [email protected] . Not to be confused with the similarly-named school listed above. Central location, although teachers are younger and less experienced. (20) 45-minute group lessons per week: €195, (30) 45-minute group lessons per week: €240; €65 enrollment fee .  
• Liden & Denz , Italyanskaya ulitsa #17 . Highly rated, although pricier than other schools. (20) 50-minute group lessons per week: €280, 2-week minimum .  
• ProBa Language Centre , Zagorodnyi prospekt #17 ( Metro: Vladimirskaya or Dostoyevskaya ), ☏ + 7 812 9061308 , [email protected] . Facilities are very basic. 2 week minimum. Group classes: €450 for 2 weeks .  

Buy [ edit ]

There are plenty of ATMs and legit currency exchange booths. Do not exchange money on the street: the rate won't be any better, and you run a high risk of encountering any of numerous scams .

Small cornerstores are not necessarily more expensive than larger stores.

Churches often have small souvenir/religious shops with a large variety of items.

The famous place to shop is of course on Nevsky Prospekt in the Center . The streetfront shops there, Passazh, and the historic mall at Gostiny Dvor skew upscale, but there are street markets just off Nevsky, most notably Apraksin Dvor (south on Sadovaya from Gostiny Dvor) where you can get anything on the cheap (especially cheap if you speak Russian).

Luxury shopping with world-class brands is available in two places in St. Petersburg: DLT luxury multi-brand store and Staronevsky fashion district . Due to the difference in exchange rates, prices for some positions may be better than in Milan . The staff at the luxury stores speak English (always) and Chinese (often)

Sleep [ edit ]

The best area for a tourist to stay in is generally considered to be near the Nevsky Prospekt Metro. You'll be able to walk to most of the main attractions, and there are tons of restaurants, shops, cafes, clubs, etc. right on Nevsky. Staying off Nevsky along one of the beautiful canals, though, would also be a fabulous idea.

Connect [ edit ]

For information on using telephones and buying SIM cards in Russia, see Russia#Connect .

The emergency service number is 112.

WiFi [ edit ]

Free WiFi is available in most hotels, cafes, restaurants, bars, and shopping centers.

Stay safe [ edit ]

Corruption [ edit ].

Policemen & bureaucrats. For any Western traveller disturbing the system, permission to visit the country can be refused at the border. The average street policeman usually cannot speak any foreign language, but if you look like a tourist, you could be a target for money income source. Don't panic! Always ask for a receipt and the names of the officers.

Crime [ edit ]

Saint Petersburg has a somewhat undeserved reputation for being a dangerous city. Things have calmed down since the Wild West (or Wild East) days immediately after the collapse of the Soviet Union, but some common sense is still required.

Guards at metro stations require random passengers to show carry items and inspect their backpacks. If you prefer to avoid this, ride by bus or taxi.

Take care of money, documents, cameras, mobile phones, and anything of value because of pickpocketing . Especially watch out on the Metro during busy times, as people start pushing at the train doors, and pickpockets are frequent, particularly (but not only) at Gostinyy Dvor Metro Station . When riding the Metro, keep in mind that robbery can be a real threat; you should constantly watch what is going on around you and who is standing very close to you. Nevsky Prospekt and nearby markets are also pickpocket hangouts.

Theft of photo equipment is really a big problem in Saint Petersburg. Photo bags probably won't save your camera—it can be opened in less than 5 seconds; the straps can be slashed with a knife even more quickly. Cameras should be kept in bags slung across the body at all times, with your hands keeping a firm grip on them, and no watches or jewelry should be visible at all. Quite obviously, do not show in public that you have a lot of money. Robberies are not uncommon, and many foreigners have been threatened at gun and knife point. However, foreigners are not targeted specifically, and robbers will attack both foreigners and natives that carelessly reveal their wealth.

By night [ edit ]

As with most other major cities, avoid traveling alone at night, and do not get into altercations with drunks. If traveling at night, it is recommended to stay on the main sidewalks and avoid any dark alleys or yards.

Downtown and western parts of the city are safest. Suburbs like Kupchino , Veteranov and Ligovo are struggling with criminality and poverty.

As a general rule, the farther you are from the city center, the more dangerous it is.

Gangs are a problem, although mafia gang wars are unlikely to affect tourists. Some gangs, however, such as neo-Nazis or angry hooligans, are out looking for problems and commit crimes that can affect tourists. Hatred toward people with darker complexions is not uncommon, and neo-Nazism is a concern. St. Petersburg, and Russia in general, can be regarded as a seriously dangerous destination for tourists of darker complexions so travelling in groups is highly advised.

Saint Petersburg's football club, Zenit Saint Petersburg , is one of the biggest clubs in the country, and has its own band of hooligans. If you decide to visit the football stadium to watch the club play, you should buy tickets to center sectors. If you do not do this and a fight starts, you are likely to get dragged into it by either the hooligans or the police, since both will think you are part of the brawl.

Take special care on Nevsky Prospekt , particularly the area with the city tour buses, a favorite spot of pickpockets and particularly of those after photo equipment. On the bright side, "Nevsky Prospekt" sees little mugging.

Russian driving is wild . Drivers attack their art with an equal blend of aggressiveness and incompetence. Guidelines are lax and rarely followed. As a pedestrian, take care when crossing the roads, since it might be difficult for drivers to notice you. If you are thinking of driving yourself, bear in mind that the local traffic police are corrupt, but this issue has improved drastically. Pedestrian crossings with a traffic light are quite safe to use, most car drivers will stop.

Bar fights do occur. In the center of the city and around Nevsky Prospekt , they are rare. However, in the suburbs and local cheaper pubs, fights occur almost daily. If you are staying with locals living in these areas, it might be a good idea to avoid these bars. Police are unlikely to show up as they consider fights as small, unimportant, regular and a waste of time, and they will probably laugh at you for calling.

Tourist traps [ edit ]

Gypsy cabs are ubiquitous and a little risky; never take one lingering near bars/clubs where expatriates and tourists congregate.

Saint Petersburg has a relatively big problem with street children who make their living out of stealing. They can be a hassle and can beg you aggressively. Act like any other Russian would: say no, then just ignore them and go away. If they start touching you, be very firm in pushing them away.

Gay travelers must practice extreme caution while staying in Saint Petersburg, as attacks often occur. Many Russian people look upon public demonstrations of homosexuality with undisguised contempt. It is advised to not openly display one's sexuality.

Natural hazards [ edit ]

Another subtle danger that can affect your trip is the inevitable effect of winter weather. Poor harvesting of snow and ice is a big problem in the city. Caution is advised in snowy winters because of falling ice from roofs, and pedestrians should pay special attention to ice on the streets. Snow on marble is very, very slippery—take small steps and watch your feet!

St. Petersburg regularly experienced floods during its history, sometimes catastrophic. However, the construction of the preventive dam has been completed, and catastrophic floods are unlikely to happen again.

Overall, be warned that if you are used to living in the US and/or Western Europe, Saint Petersburg, as well as the rest of Eastern Europe, will seem different, and, at times, a bit intimidating. On the other hand, Russian people are usually friendly, welcoming and interested towards foreigners, and nothing should happen to you unless you put yourself in harm's way. If you don't care about them they don't care about you, and nothing should get in your way of having a great holiday.

Cope [ edit ]

Saint Petersburg is plagued by a number of mosquitoes during the summer, especially in June, as the swampy surroundings of the city give the mosquitoes excellent living conditions. In budget accommodation with few countermeasures against the mosquitoes, this can be a problem at night, putting your well deserved sleep at risk. Less of an issue in the city center, mosquitoes can be much more numerous on the outskirts. They are not dangerous, though, just a nuisance.

Consulates [ edit ]

Visa centers [ edit ], go next [ edit ].

Overnight trips [ edit ]

If you leave Russia and plan to return, make sure you have a multiple entry visa.

• Novgorod — Ancient town with churches and museums, 180 km from St. Petersburg, can be accessed by high-speed trains.
• Narva , Estonia — 160 km southwest of Saint Petersburg on the Narva river, which serves as the border between Russia and Estonia. Twin castles (Russian, established Grand Duke Ivan III, and Danish/Swedish).
• Vologda — this city is considered the heart of Russian North, a popular local travel destination. Reachable by overnight train, from there you can go to Moscow or further north to Arkhangelsk .
• Petrozavodsk and the rest of Karelia — popular Russian travel destination for its beautiful nature and access to White Sea islands. Reachable by overnight or high-speed train.
• Moscow — the Russian capital is reachable by overnight train or in the daytime by the high-speed Sapsan train (about 4 hr) or by plane. As much to see as in St. Petersburg, so plan on several days here.

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