# Fabergé Museum — Saint Petersburg, Russia

> The Fabergé Museum opened in 2013 in the restored Shuvalov Palace on the Fontanka River embankment in Saint Petersburg. Founded by the Link of Times Foundation of Viktor Vekselberg, it holds the world's largest collection of works by Carl Fabergé — including nine Imperial Easter eggs, more than any other museum.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Daily: 10:00 AM – 8:45 PM
- Admission: 500 RUB standard admission
- Address: Fontanka River Embankment, 21, St Petersburg, 191011
- Time needed: 1–1.5 hours
- Official website: https://fabergemuseum.ru/en
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Hen Egg (First Imperial Egg) — Carl Fabergé · 1885
- Coronation Egg — Carl Fabergé · 1897
- Bay Tree Egg — Carl Fabergé · 1911
- Rosebud Egg — Carl Fabergé · 1895
- Karelian Birch Egg — Carl Fabergé · 1917

## FAQ
**How many imperial Easter eggs are here?**
Nine — the largest collection in the world.

**Are guided tours available?**
Yes, in several languages with advance booking.

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

**What is Fabergé Museum best known for?**
Opened in 2013 by the Link of Times Foundation, the museum holds nine of the imperial Easter eggs commissioned by the last two Russian tsars. Key highlights include Nine Imperial Fabergé Easter eggs, Fabergé jewellery and presentation pieces, Russian Imperial silver and enamel.

**How do I get tickets for Fabergé Museum?**
500 RUB standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://fabergemuseum.ru/en

**How does this compare to the Fabergé eggs in the Kremlin Armoury?**
Both museums hold nine Imperial eggs — the largest collections in the world. The Fabergé Museum focuses exclusively on Fabergé and decorative arts in an intimate palace setting. The Kremlin Armoury displays eggs alongside broader Russian regalia. Visiting both is worthwhile for enthusiasts.

**Are the egg mechanisms still working?**
Many mechanisms have been restored and can be demonstrated on guided tours. The singing bird in the Bay Tree Egg and the coach wheels in the Coronation Egg are among the mechanisms that still function. Self-guided visitors see the eggs in closed position.

**Who was Carl Fabergé?**
Carl Fabergé (1846–1920) was a Russian jeweller of French Huguenot descent who became goldsmith to the Imperial Court. His St Petersburg workshop produced the 50 Imperial Easter eggs between 1885 and 1917, along with thousands of luxury objects for the Russian aristocracy and international clients.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/faberge-museum/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.