Alarchin Bridge

Alarchin Bridge over the Griboedov Canal in St Petersburg, Russia

Alarchin Bridge over the Griboedov Canal

Alarchin Bridge carries Anglisky Prospekt across the Griboedov Canal. The foundations of the current bridge were laid in 1783-85 during the construction of the canal's granite embankments, although a wooden bridge stood at the site for at least 30 years before that. The bridge has been reconstructed and restored several times since, and is noteworthy for its attractive granite lanterns. The name Alarchin appears to be a corruption of Aladchanin, the name of a renowned shipbuilder who lived nearby.

Accommodation near the Alarchin Bridge

HOTELS: Editors' picks

Alexander House Hotel in St. Petersburg, Russia

Alexander House Hotel

Small private hotel with character, class and charming canal-side setting

Red Stars Hotel in St. Petersburg, Russia

Red Stars Hotel

Vibrantly decorated modern hotel offering inexpensive rooms and services

Marriott Courtyard Center West / Pushkin Hotel in St. Petersburg, Russia

Courtyard by Marriott Pushkin Hotel

Popular 4-star hotel in peaceful historic neighborhood near the Mariinsky

Dining near the Alarchin Bridge

RESTAURANTS: Editors' picks

Le'Chaim restaurant in St. Petersburg, Russia

Le'Chaim

Restaurant at the Grand Choral Synagogue serving good-value kosher cuisine

Peking restaurant in St. Petersburg, Russia

Peking

Old-school Chinese restaurant among the best in central St. Petersburg

Diana restaurant in St. Petersburg, Russia

Diana

Friendly small restaurant offering traditional Russian food and live music