Olga Samoilova

Saint Petersburg

Spotter since 2016

About me

About me
Hi, I am in my mid-thirties, born in 1980, educated and graduated from school and university, built my career in finance at different multinational companies, have a husband and 2 daughters - everything in St. Petersburg!

I can't say I know "every stone" here but there are a lot of places I've fallen in love with and I'm ready to share - hanging out with friends, going on a romantic getaway with a partner or having fun with the kids.

I sometimes volunteer as a greeter with the St. Petersburg Greeters organization to show the foreigners these spots in person. I also once did a course as a city guide to learn more of the history and culture of St. Petersburg, feel like a host and not a guest of the major highlights and provide better support for my friends and foreign guests. I adore travelling both within Russia and around the world and enjoy meeting new people and getting to know new cultures.

Why Saint Petersburg?
I think St. Petersburg is a very romantic place with all its channels and bridges, long white nights in the summer, and beautiful suburbs, perfect for a weekend getaway. There is always something going on, new places are appearing, old ones transforming.

Though locals may appear a little bit closed we are very sincere!

Where can you find me online?
VK.com

My spots (26)

Berthold Centre

Creative well yard

"Berthold Centre" in St. Petersburg creates cozy and historic vibes with its big umbrella yard. I always have trouble deciding between the pizza & syrniki!

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Coffee & tea
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Restaurants

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Olga

Samoilova

Jun 9, 2025

Chaev Mansion

Dental clinic in a millionaire home

The "Chaev Mansion" in St. Petersburg is a dental clinic that's actually in an old pre-revolutionary mansion! You can't miss it...

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Art & culture

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Olga

Samoilova

Jun 6, 2025

Park Giuseppe

For romantic dining out

"Park Giuseppe" in St. Petersburg is my favourite restaurant for a romantic dinner out in the heart of the city. Don't miss the tiramisu and salmon carpaccio.

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Olga

Samoilova

Jun 5, 2025

22 Pizza

Napolitano vero

"22 Pizza" is a very cosy pizzeria in Saint Petersburg. It's definitely my top choice when I'm the pizza mood -- try the Parmigiana Stracciatella!

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Olga

Samoilova

Jun 5, 2025

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

In a well-yard!

Saint Petersburg is famous for its well-yards -- this one is themed around the famous American fairytale "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"!

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Art & culture

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Olga

Samoilova

Jun 4, 2025

Pavlovsk

Runaway to the squirrel kingdom

"Pavlovsk" is my most beloved Saint Petersburg suburb. I love riding a bike here, passing by the palace, enjoying the views and feeding the squirrels!

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

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Olga

Samoilova

Jun 4, 2025

Ferma Restaurant

Delicious home-made food

"Ferma Restaurant" in Saint Petersburg is one of my favorites. I never get bored of it! It's farm-themed - there's moos and baas when you go to the toilet!

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Restaurants

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Olga

Samoilova

Jun 4, 2025

Imperial Porcelain

Buy yourself a masterpiece

"Imperial Porcelain" is the shop I choose in Saint Petersburg when I don't know what to gift to somebody, especially when they seem to have everything...

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Art & culture
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Shopping

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Olga

Samoilova

Jun 4, 2025

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