Moscow, Russian Federation

Moscow Russian Federation

On one side, icons like Red Square and the Kremlin; on the other, the modern Zaryadye Park, Moscow Cityskyscrapers and glowing night lights. Museums, theatres, street shows and winter fairs — all within a few metro stops.


Don’t‑miss list

  • Red Square & St. Basil’s Cathedral: Come early for photos; midday gets crowded.
  • Kremlin & Armory Chamber: Reserve 2–3 hours for the collections.
  • Zaryadye Park: Panoramas from the “floating bridge”; magical after dark.
  • Moscow Metro: Mayakovskaya, Komsomolskaya, Ploshchad Revolyutsii — an underground art route.
  • Tretyakov Gallery (Old & New): A map of Russian art.
  • Gorky Park & Muzeon: Bikes, scooters, open‑air sculptures and summer cinemas.
  • Moskva River cruise: See the skyline from the water in summer.

Insider tip: Book museum tickets online (e.g., via BHT.az) and enter after peak hours — it’s quieter and faster.


Plan by season

  • Spring (Apr–May): Parks wake up; outdoor events start.
  • Summer (Jun–Aug): Riverside & festivals; split plans into morning/evening.
  • Autumn (Sep–Oct): Golden foliage — best for photos.
  • Winter (late Nov–Feb): Fairs, light installations, hot chocolate and museum marathons.


Cuisine — what to try

  • Blini & syrniki for breakfast.
  • Pelmeni & vareniki in home‑style cafés.
  • Borscht‑style soups & shuba salad — perfect in colder months.

Insider tip: Small coffee bars with old‑school geyser machines are great in the morning when queues are short.


Practical notes

  • Transport: Use the Troika card for metro/tram/bus.
  • Payments: Cards widely accepted; keep some cash for small purchases.
  • Language: In tourist areas you’ll find English help; metro signage is bilingual.
  • Etiquette: Modest dress and photo rules in religious sites.
  • Comfort: Lots of walking — comfy shoes and season‑ready layers.
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Recommended airport
Moscow (MOW)
Points of interest
Nearby destinations
  • Staraya a 34.24 km
  • Podolsk a 36.64 km
  • Khimki a 18.45 km
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