# Erarta Museum of Contemporary Art — Saint Petersburg, Russia

> Erarta opened in 2010 on Vasilyevsky Island in Saint Petersburg as Russia's largest private museum of contemporary art. Founded by businessman Dmitry Khankin and gallerist Marina Varvarina, it set out to document and champion Russian art from the late Soviet period to the present day.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Wednesday to Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Closed Tuesdays)
- Admission: 1,000 RUB standard admission
- Address: 29th Line of Vasilyevsky Island, 2, St Petersburg, 199106
- Time needed: 2–3 hours
- Official website: https://www.erarta.com/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- The Bathers — Viktor Pivovarov · 1972
- Composition with Lenin — Erik Bulatov · 1980s
- Homage to Malevich — Vladimir Nemukhin · permanent collection
- Large-Scale Installation Works — Various contemporary artists · rotating

## FAQ
**Is one ticket valid for all floors?**
Yes, admission covers the permanent collection and most temporary exhibitions.

**How do I reach Vasilyevsky Island?**
Buses, trams and the Primorskaya metro all serve the island.

**How long should I spend at Erarta Museum of Contemporary Art?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Erarta Museum of Contemporary Art best known for?**
Erarta opened in 2010 to support Russian contemporary art, with a permanent collection of more than 2,800 works by some 300 artists from across the country. Key highlights include Permanent collection of contemporary Russian art, Immersive U-Space installations, Outdoor sculpture park.

**How do I get tickets for Erarta Museum of Contemporary Art?**
1,000 RUB standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.erarta.com/en/

**Is Erarta far from the city centre?**
It is on Vasilyevsky Island, about 20 minutes from the Hermitage by taxi or metro. The island itself has historic streets and the Kunstkamera museum nearby.

**Are labels in English?**
Major works and exhibition texts are provided in both Russian and English throughout the museum.

**Does one ticket cover everything?**
Yes — standard admission includes the permanent collection and most temporary exhibitions on all floors.


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