Parks in Peterhof
The architectural and artistic complex of Peterhof is formed by the green massifs of the Upper Gardens and Lower Park, adjacent parks and gardens of Alexandria and Strelna, several palaces and a large number of fountains. The parks are enlivened with sculptural compositions, numerous pavilions, cascades and intricately shaped foot-bridges. The Lower Park was laid out on the lowest terrace, stretching right down to the waterfront; the Great Palace was erected and the Upper Gardens were laid out on the middle terrace on which the town of Petrodvorets stands. The third terrace, which rises 100m above sea level, abounds in natural springs which supply water to the fountains. From the terrace by the north façade of the Great Palace you have a splendid view of the Lower Park with numerous wonderful fountains, cascades and the sea, the focal point being the Great Cascade.  more »
Location: Petergof, Rasvodnaya ul. 2.

Alexander Garden
The Alexander Garden, near the Admiralty, was planted and named after the Emperor Alexander The Second Liberator (1872-1874). Before that time there was Admiralty Lawn, which used to be a place of military exercise and public celebrations. The wide path running among large old trees leads to the monument to Peter I, described by Pushkin as the Bronze Horseman. This monument is one of the best samples in the world of monumental sculpture and symbolic of St Petersburg. 
Location: Admiralteisky Prospekt, 1.

Dubki
The park Dubki, situated on the Northern coast of the Finish gulf, was founded in September 1714 by Peter the First who noticed an oak grove on the cape, very prominent in the sea, in his new property. This park offers a riding school and tennis courts, boating station, skiing and sledges, numerous attractions and summer festivals. Ski and sledges open daily from 11am to 5pm. 
Location: St.Petersburg, Sestrorezk, Bolshoy Liteyny Pereulok, 37.

Ekateringofskiy
The Ekateringofskiy Park is located in the former country estate of Ekaterina, the wife of Peter the First, on the Ekateringofskiy island. The park was always the place of folk festivals. There is a stable in the park, so one can ride on the picturesque paths and bridges. In the summer numerous attractions, boating and tennis courts draw people to the park. Open daily from 11am to 7pm, Riding School Mon-Fri from 5pm to 7pm, weekends from 11am to 2pm.  
Location: Liflyandskaya Ul., 12.

Mikhailovsky
The Russian Museum recently decided to return the park to its former glory; beautiful paths, small bridges and bronze sculptures decorate the park laid out in a historical French and English style. The splendid grill separates the park from the Church of Christ's Resurrection. In the summer classic, jazz and other music concerts are arranged in the Mikhailovskiy Garden.  
Location: Inzhenernaya St., 4.

Moskovsky Victory Park
The Moskovsky Victory Park is one of the most popular places to relax for the citizens of St Petersburg. The park was founded in 1946 in commemoration of the Second World War.  It offers skating, sledging, boating and tennis courts.  
Location: Kuznetsovskaya Ul., 25.

Parks in Tsarskoye Selo
The palaces and parks ensemble in Tsarskoye Selo is noted for the luxury of barocco palaces and harmonious parks in English and French styles. There are lots of picturesque bridges, artificial ponds and rivers, marble sculpture and monuments, numerous pavilions, among them the most remarkable are the Hermitage and the Grotto which were erected by the famous Italian architect Rastrelli. The fashion of different epochs, the tastes of Russian tsars and historical events are reflected in the imperial ensemble in Ztarskoye Selo. 
Location: Pushkin, Sadowaya ul., 7.

Pavlovskiy Park
The Pavlovskiy Park is the largest historical park in St. Petersburg and is considered the best landscape park in Europe. The Great Palace is located in the centre of the park which was built for the Tsar Paul at the end of 18th century.  n the winter visitors to the park enjoy sledging, skiing and the winter beauty of the park. Open daily from 10am to 8pm. 
Location: Pavlovsk, ul. Revolyuzii, 20.

Summer Garden
The Summer Garden is an old park that witnessed the most spectacular moments of St Petersburg's early history. In 1704 Peter the First founded his summer residence in a new capital - the Summer Palace. The Park around it was laid out in French style and decorated with marble Italian Baroque sculptures that can be seen to this day. The Summer Garden is surrounded with beautiful wrought iron grilles. Open Summer 8am to 10pm, Winter 8am to 8pm, closed for last 2 weeks in April.  
Location: Dvortsovaya nab.