When visiting such special places as the Hermitage or the Catherine Palace with its Amber room, please be prepared to follow specific museum rules and requirements.
Large bulky bags, cases, rucksacks (backpacks), umbrellas, etc. should be left in the cloakrooms (this service is free of charge).
In most museums an additional charge is made for photography and video filming, they are allowed only if the visitor buys a special ticket at the museum ticket office. In most artistic museums flash photography is not allowed.
In most museums it is requested not to use mobile phones.
The recent Hermitage rule requires that groups larger than 6 persons use earphones.
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