The adjacent building, Kikiny Palaty, was originally commissioned by Peter the Great for his niece, Maria Alekseevna, around 1714.
The mansion and its surrounding square are remnants of the early development of St. Petersburg on the right bank of the Neva.
The building was designed by architect Andreas Schlüter, who also contributed to the design of the Amber Room in the Catherine Palace.
During the mid-18th century, the mansion was used as a storage facility for the personal library and collection of curiosities of Peter the Great.
The building underwent significant reconstruction in the 20th century to restore its original early 18th-century appearance following damage during the Siege of Leningrad.
Skver Kikiny Palaty is a compact public garden situated directly adjacent to the historic Kikiny Palaty, one of the oldest stone buildings in St. Petersburg. The park serves as a green buffer between the Baroque architecture of the 18th-century mansion and the surrounding urban environment. It features landscaped paths, mature trees, and direct views of the mansion's original Petrine-era facade. The garden is positioned on the banks of the Neva River, near the confluence with the Okhta River. It functions primarily as a quiet space for visitors observing the nearby historic landmark. The grounds are maintained as a pedestrian-friendly urban square.
From the park pathways looking toward the main entrance of the Kikiny Palaty mansion.
Combine your visit with a walk along the Neva embankment to see the Bolsheokhtinsky Bridge nearby.
The space is best viewed as a brief stop while exploring the historic landmarks of the Malaya Okhta area.
Bring a camera for the contrast between the historic red-and-white facade and the modern surroundings.
Do not expect a large, expansive park; this is a very small urban square designed for quick passage or brief pauses.
