The Museum of Hygiene sits on Italyanskaya Street in Saint Petersburg, in the city's centre-north area, and is also known as the City Museum of Hygiene. It is a medical museum, founded in 1919, that presents the story of health and the human body through displays on anatomy, public health and the history of medicine.
What you will see
- Human anatomy, shown through preserved specimens and educational displays
- Public health, covering how cities and communities have tried to protect the health of their people
- Medical history, tracing the development of medical knowledge and practice
The museum suits visitors with an interest in science, medicine or the history of everyday health, and it is an unusual stop for anyone wanting a change from the city's palaces and galleries. Its focus is educational, so the exhibits are best approached with curiosity and a steady stomach, as the preserved specimens are a central part of the displays.
Planning your visit
To check current opening arrangements and any visitor information before you go, you can call the museum on +7 812 571-81-18. Italyanskaya Street is in the heart of Saint Petersburg, so the museum can be combined with a walk or a visit to other attractions in the surrounding area.
