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Russian language blog and student guide
Practical articles for people learning Russian in Saint Petersburg: language tips, course planning, city life, visa basics and cultural context.
New 2026 guides
New guides for language students: course planning, what to expect at school, student life in Saint Petersburg and Russian grammar basics.
Learn Russian
Alphabet, cases, speaking practice and realistic progress advice for different levels.
Study in Saint Petersburg
What to expect at school, how to choose a course, how student life works and how to use the city for language practice.
Latest published articles
LATEST GUIDE / JULY 5, 2026
Ten practical reasons to learn Russian, with realistic notes on what the language actually takes and gives.
Browse by topic: Learning Russian, St Petersburg, Russian art and culture.
Earlier articles
Older articles remain available while the new 2026 guide series is published gradually.
Your first week at a Russian language school: what to expect
Russian visa for language students: a practical guide
Why learn Russian? 10 practical reasons
Things to do in St. Petersburg in spring-summer 2017
Best healthy eating spots in St. Petersburg
The must-visit bars in St. Petersburg
Russian cartoons that can help learn Russian
10 most beautiful bridges in St. Petersburg (part 2)
10 most beautiful bridges in St. Petersburg (part 1)
7 non-trivial St. Petersburg Christmas fairs
3 places in St.Petersburg to watch movies in original language
5 tips to facilitate the study of Russian
FURTHER READING
Guides for planning your Russian course
Use these guides if you are comparing course formats, planning a study trip or deciding which school fits your goals.
Learn Russian guide
A realistic path from first lessons to confident use.
Study in St. Petersburg
Courses, accommodation, costs and planning in one place.
Choose a school
What to compare before booking a Russian course.