Things To Do in Moscow

It is the unique centre of culture and entertainment, based at the famous Vernissage in Izmailovo. Creative individuals of any age can learn a new craft in pottery, smithy, workshop for baking and painting cakes, soap-, shop rag toys. Read more ›

Russian Kremlin

The Kremlin in Izmailovo

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White Square (Belaya ploschad)

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Yes, it wasn't mistyped. White square. Not the Red one :) It's an extremely inspiring place, where two huge contemporary style buildings share a square with a small orthodox ("old believers", to be precise) church. Read more ›

Where the past and the future collide...

White Square (Belaya ploschad)

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"They used to have palaces for kings, we are going to build palaces for the people!" declared one of the main architects of the Soviet subway. See why it’s considered one of the most beautiful metro systems in the world on a fascinating tour of its finest stations.

Palaces for the People: Moscow Metro Tour

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1.5 h

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Multimedia Art Museum

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Great treasure as a showcase for incredible Russian photography. MAMM (as it is called in Russian) is central place for photography exhibitions of famous foreigner and Russian photographers. Here you can always find exhibitions about life and culture of Russia - modern and also in Soviet times. Read more ›

Moscow House of Photography

Multimedia Art Museum

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Flacon

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Although it’s three times smaller than Artplay, Flacon (“design factory”) is still a cool place to visit beyond the city centre. Housed in a former perfume factory, it’s now home to lots of clothing shops, creative studios, co-working spaces and a loft which is used for all kinds of events. Read more ›

Design centre/art cluster

Flacon

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Tsaritsyno Homestead

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Reserve Tsaritsyno is a fantastic place to spend the whole day. It’s a picturesque palace ensemble with huge surrounding forests and lakes. Read more ›

Picturesque palace

Tsaritsyno Homestead

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Hachapuri

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Here you can experience a complete Georgian meal including hinkali, shashlyk, soups and delicious hachapuri! They also serve tarragon and clementine homemade lemonade. It’s a cosy place with simple interiors suitable for adults and kids. There's even a special children’s menu. Read more ›

Georgian cuisine

Hachapuri

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The streets of the city are still full of remnants of the communist regime and the Cold War, and the fearsome Soviet strongholds still guard the young democracy in Russia.

Tour of Communist Moscow

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Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory

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Not only is Moscow Conservatory one of the most prominent music universities in Russia, but it’s also a concert venue. In the conservatory building there are five halls where live classical concerts are held. Read more ›

For classical music lovers

Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory

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ГУМ / GUM

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More than just shopping!

ГУМ / GUM

GUM is both an architectural landmark and a luxury shopping centre. It’s a favourite spot for many Moscow locals. Here you can shop, admire some amazing Neo-Russian architecture, enjoy a typical Russian lunch at an affordable place, or sip a cup of coffee at a fancy restaurant with views towards the Red Square. Read more ›

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Museon

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Museon is located just opposite Gorky Park's central entrance however it has a totally different atmosphere. On the days when there aren’t any art events or concerts, it’s an especially peaceful green spot. Read more ›

Sculpture park

Museon

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Bunker 42 Museum

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One of the most famous museum among tourists in Moscow. It is the huge military and historical museum and the cultural entertainment complex created on one secret object of the USSR. Also there all this is located at a depth of 65 meters, representing, really, something improbable. Read more ›

Museum of Cold War

Bunker 42 Museum

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You’ll see: The Senate Palace, the residence of the President 15th century Assumption Cathedral, Archangel Cathedral, the shrine of Tsars Cathedral of the Annunciation, Ivan the Great Bell Tower, Tsar Bell and Tsar Cannon, The Grand Kremlin Palace, the parade residence of the President

Moscow Kremlin Tour

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Kolomenskoe Estate

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Not only is this place really nice for walking, locals like to come here for events, ferry rides and to relax on the grass along the embankment. Music and folk festivals are also held here. Read more ›

Where architecture meets nature

Kolomenskoe Estate

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Центр фотографии им. братьев Люмьер / The Lumiere Brothers Center for Photography

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Hidden Paradise for Photography Lovers

Центр фотографии им. братьев Люмьер / The Lumiere Brothers Center for Photography

THE best art gallery in town to (re)discover Russian & Soviet photography. High quality programmation & great photo conferences that make it an awesome unmissable stop during a walk in the Red October district. Read more ›

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35 mm Cinema

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Known among locals as cinema where you can watch alternative movies in original version. This cinema is supported by Europe Cinemas. Cinema has only two halls (big and small). Big one hall is really huge and you feel like you are at Cine Theater. Read more ›

Movies in original

35 mm Cinema

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Kolomenskoe

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This is one of the most beautiful places in Moscow. The ridge of hills goes down to the river, and you can see old churches and lots of nature. There are plenty of trees to relax under and escape the hot summer sun. If you come here in winter there will be lots of snow and you’ll feel as if you’re in the 16th or 17th century. Read more ›

Beautiful nature reserve

Kolomenskoe

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Moscow Metro Daily Group Tour

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See the stunning underground palaces of the most convenient and efficient public transport system in the world!

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1.5 h

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Central Children's Store Rooftop Viewpoint

This is the only one legal and free (!) rooftop viewpoint in the heart of Moscow - 500 meters from Kremlin. It's easy to reach (you don't need to climb the stairs - there are a bunch of lifts) and has astonishing view on the center of Moscow Read more ›

Kremlin from the bird's-eye view (free)

Central Children's Store Rooftop Viewpoint

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Свободное пространство «Циферблат»

Ziferblat is like home. It was one of the first of its kind to be an hybrid half-way between a café, a cosy flat, a co-working space, a concert hall and an educational institute. Pick up your clock, pick a spot and enjoy unlimited coffee, tea, snacks & access to material + you can bring your own food along. Read more ›

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Ziferblat - the very first anti-café

Свободное пространство «Циферблат»

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Children - victims of adult vices sculpture

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Children Are the Victims of Adult Vices is a group of bronze sculptures created by Russian artist Mihail Chemiakin. The sculptures are located in a park in Bolotnaya Square.Thirteen sculptures in central Moscow graphically depicting vices of the modern world. Read more ›

Thirteen sculptures in central Moscow

Children - victims of adult vices sculpture

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Izmailovsky Flea Market

Izmailovsky is a bustling market where hawkers and stall owners vie for the attention of shoppers with rapidly rising decibel levels. It’s a major tourist attraction so you’ll find people from all over the world strolling about the stalls. Read more ›

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A hive of activity

Izmailovsky Flea Market

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Local Experience

Moscow City Centre Tour with Fun Local Guides

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Start your visit to Moscow with our city centre tour – a fun and exciting experience with talented local guides!

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2 h

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English, Russian

Kuskovo Homestead

Kuskovo is a great example of the Russian homestead culture of the 18th century. The atmosphere is charming and the architecture is amazing – check out the French park! Read more ›

Impressive Russian homestead

Kuskovo Homestead

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Winzavod

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Winzavod unites all the areas of modern culture: exhibitions, festivals, lecture programs, сinema, concerts, theater premieres. Here are joint art galleries, artists' workshops, designers and photographers studios, art cafes, fashion show-rooms, a bookshop, children's studio and many other things. Read more ›

Centre for Contemporary Art

Winzavod

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Observation point

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This is a small square where you can observe the city centre up close. Unlike the observation square near the main building of Moscow State University at Sparrow Hills, there are not usually many people here. Read more ›

Leave Sparrow Hills for the tourists

Observation point

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Krutitsy

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It's a pure gem near the centre of Moscow. It's hiding in a quiet place, staying away from crowds, tourists and even locals. Firstly was built in 13 century (as a monastery), but, certainly, couldn't survive till now in it's intact, but current building were rebuilt in 1667—1727 years (as a Metropolitan's Chamber). Read more ›

A piece of truly old Moscow

Krutitsy

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Local Experience

Back in the USSR Daily Group Tour

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Everyone who is fascinated by the 20th-century history, will find this tour special. During the 2-hour walk through the streets of the capital of the USSR you will discover how the Communist Party came to power in Russia, visit the most iconic places and hear some personal stories from the guide

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Pioner Cinema

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This cinema is famous among expats and locals as you can watch movies in original version (with Russian subtitles only). Atmosphere of this cinema also has something from Stalins time - huge floors and windows. Read more ›

True movies live here

Pioner Cinema

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Tsaritsyno Museum

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Tsaritsyno museum and reserve in Moscow was founded in 1984 in the park of the same name. The estate is known from the late 16th century, when it belonged to Tsarina Irina, sister of Tsar Boris Godunov. At that time it was called Bogorodskoye. In the 17th century it belonged to the Streshnevs and then to the Galitzines. Read more ›

Park of the Russian Impire time

Tsaritsyno Museum

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Strelka Institute

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Some people call Strelka a haven of hipsters, some call it home and others just pass it by. A newly founded institute for media, architecture and design, Strelka is a fun place that offers a unique chance to meet unique people. Read more ›

Open access to knowledge

Strelka Institute

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Hermitage Garden

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It’s a splendid thing to have such cosy, small and quiet spots in the centre of Moscow. And don’t let the description fool you – this place isn’t boring or bad at all. Concerts, fairs and festivals are regularly held at this tranquil park, although in my mind it’s first an foremost a peaceful place to relax. Read more ›

An air of romanticism

Hermitage Garden

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The metro is the most commonly used public transport service in Moscow. It has an 80-year history, more than 200 stations, and countless secrets… On this tour we'll reveal some of them!

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Digital October

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A modern development center for those who are professionally interested in new digital trends and technology entrepreneurship. With conferences, masterclasses and presentations, it's a source of specialist information and a meeting point for managers, investors, engineers and designers. Read more ›

Technology centre

Digital October

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Botanic garden "The apothecaries' garden"

This is the oldest botanic garden in Russia, founded by Peter the Great to grow medicinal herbs. Now it's a botanic garden of Moscow State University. Very cosy, easy-to-find and always interesting for nature lovers. During spring-summer-fall season there is always something to see - it won't be the same in a week or two! Read more ›

Nature in the city centre

Botanic garden "The apothecaries' garden"

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Tsaritsino

Tsaritsino is a great park and the museum. Locals love it, because in summer you can just take some stuff for a picnic, bring your friends, maybe some sports equipment and enjoy a day. There's a really big lawn in front of the royal palace, where you can enjoy the sun. Moreover, there's a nice musical fountain, with benches around it. Read more ›

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Enjoying Peace at the Royal Palace

Tsaritsino

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Особняк С. П. Рябушинского (Музей-квартира А. М. Горького)

MUST VISIT for Architecture lovers. Truly Masterpiece. The most reknown monument of Moscow Art Nouveau is built by famous architect Fedor Schechtel in 1902. Now here is a museum of famous soviet writer Maxim Gorkiy. Must see for the vibrant amazing interiors. Plus a unique opportunity to watch the building inside. Read more ›

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BRILLIANT MOSCOW ART DECO BUILDING

Особняк С. П. Рябушинского (Музей-квартира А. М. Горького)

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Local Experience

Moscow for Dummies

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Whether it’s your first visit to Moscow or you have already been here many times — it’s the must-visit tour. Our charming guides will show you all the major sights of the city, and tell lots of amazing insider’s stories.

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3 h

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English, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, French, Portuguese

Stanislavsky & Nemirovich-Dancehnko Moscow Music Theatre

Founded in 1941, this theatre brought Russian musical theatre to a whole new level by merging classical opera and drama. It has promoted new aesthetics and experimental ideas ever since. It collaborates with daring directors across the world, creating breathtaking scenery and transforming well-known scores into something completely surprising. Read more ›

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For ballet & opera lovers

Stanislavsky & Nemirovich-Dancehnko Moscow Music Theatre

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Neskuchniy Garden

Although it’s an extension of Gorky Park, Neskuchniy Garden has a totally different atmosphere. It’s mostly green and has a vibe more suited to walks, romantic dates and sporting activities like jogging in summer and skiing and snow tubing in winter. Read more ›

Mini-forest in the city centre

Neskuchniy Garden

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Kitaiskiy Letchik Jao Da

Come here and you’ll feel right at home. This doesn’t mean that the interiors are the same as those in your own home, nor does it mean that you’ll know everybody. Instead we mean that the atmosphere is laid-back, cosy and a little noisy at the same time. Read more ›

Cult spot

Kitaiskiy Letchik Jao Da

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Trolleybus "Б"

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If you need to get from one point to another on the Garden Ring (Sadovoe Koltso) and the metro is undesirable or inconvenient, it’s wise to take this trolleybus route. The Garden Ring is a network of streets that form a ring around the city centre. Read more ›

Tour around Moscow

Trolleybus "Б"

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On our Kremlin & Armory Skip-the-Line Tour you will see all the Kremlin grounds, the famous Tsar-Bell and Tsar-Cannon, and visit the Assumption Cathedral, the coronation place of Russian Tsars.

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Hohlovka Showroom

While there are many shops like Hohlovka Showroom in most European capitals, in Moscow they’re like treasure. This cosy boutique is adjacent to Kitai-Gorod – the oldest area in Moscow – and is surrounded by old architecture and many historical places. If you walk from the metro you’ll pass the site of an ancient salt fish market and a convent. Read more ›

Designer clothes in the historic centre

Hohlovka Showroom

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Detskiy mir (Central Department Store for Children)

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This big department store used to be the biggest shopping mall in USSR where one could buy goods for children. In 2006-2015 it was reconstructed and now the vast part of it is a Hamleys store. On the 5th floor, there is a big foodcourt where you can find budget meals of all kinds. Read more ›

Toys, food, observation deck

Detskiy mir (Central Department Store for Children)

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Dance Pavilion

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Just by the Pushkinskiy Bridge people dance to enjoy themselves, the music and the weather. It doesn’t matter who you are – professionals and beginners are welcome! Read more ›

Show off your dance moves!

Dance Pavilion

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Jewish Museum & Tolerance Center (Еврейский музей и центр толерантности)

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The museum in located in the constructivist building of the Bakhmetevsky Bus Garage. It holds permanent exposition (about the history of Jews in Russia) and temporary art- and photo- exhibitions. The museum is situated in Maryina Roscha - the place where Jews used to settle, so there is a synagogue and shops with kosher food nearby. Read more ›

Interactive museum about Jewish history

Jewish Museum & Tolerance Center (Еврейский музей и центр толерантности)

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Moscow City Pub Crawl is a party tour for both visitors and residents of Moscow. Guided by a pub crawl expert, participants move from one bar to another, get to know each other, play fun games, take part in contests, and get bonuses and cocktails at bars.

Moscow City Pub Crawl

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Free walking tour

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Obviously this is not something locals usually do. However, I got a chance to join one with my foreign guest. I’ve been on plenty of tours over the course of my travels and I’m delighted to say I can recommend this one with pleasure and pride. Read more ›

A good one!

Free walking tour

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The ZIL Culture Centre

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Renovating old Soviet buildings and turning them into science and culture hubs is definitely a trend in Moscow right now! ZIL’s schedule is rich with lectures, events, hobby groups, sport activities and art classes. Read more ›

Renovated art cluster

The ZIL Culture Centre

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Rhythm & Blues Café & Roadhouse Club

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With a packed programme, Rhythm & Blues Café is the perfect place to listen to live jazz and blues in Moscow. Attracting a more mature crowd, locals come here to relax, although there’s a dance floor for the brave souls. Prices are reasonable for the city centre. Read more ›

Live jazz & blues

Rhythm & Blues Café & Roadhouse Club

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Documentary film center

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Documentaries and independent films

Documentary film center

The program may include a Yann Arthus-Bertrand work, a film about baobabs in Madagascar, an Oscar nominee or a new independent cinematography gem. Sometimes they organise lectures, meetings with film makers, special events (like Jim Jarmush weekend) and festivals here. All the films are broadcasted in the original language with Russian subtitles. Read more ›

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If you want to see ALL Moscow in just 4 hours, this is the solution for you! On our Moscow Private Car Tour you will see almost everything you wanted to see in our city: the Kremlin and the Red Square, ancient cathedrals and convents, magnificent panorama of Moscow from the Sparrow Hills, etc.

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Tram 39

If you’re not in a hurry and fancy doing a spot of relaxed sightseeing, take tram 39 from Chistie Prydi metro to South-West metro (the university). I often take it when I have a lot of thoughts in my head as it helps me to unwind. Read more ›

Scenic tram ride

Tram 39

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Bauman's Garden

This newly renovated park is easily reachable from four metro stations in the city centre. Although it’s not entirely finished, the whole look pleases the eye. Read more ›

Take a walk in the park

Bauman's Garden

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Sokolniki Park

It seems that the team behind Sokolniki Park is trying to keep up with Gorky Park as they’re continually trying to refresh its image. Six times larger than Gorky, Sokolniki is becoming more interesting although it continues to be a place with a vast green zone perfect for long walks and skiing tracks in winter. Read more ›

Following Gorky Park's lead

Sokolniki Park

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Artplay

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It’s projects like Artplay that are bringing certain parts of Moscow back to life. Just a few years ago the former industrial area around Kurskiy railway station wasn't the friendliest place to visit. These days Artplay fills an entire block that was once a manometer factory. Read more ›

Design centre/art cluster

Artplay

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Vorobiovy Gory

Vorobiovy Gory is a small island in the heart of the city with plentiful nature, clean air and lots of places to rest and take photos. It’s a real urban oasis. Read more ›

Nature reserve

Vorobiovy Gory

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botanical garden named after Zizin

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The largest botanical garden in Europe

botanical garden named after Zizin

Founded in 1945 Garden boasts the collection of twenty thousand different species of plants coming from various parts of the world. -Rosarium with twenty thousand rose bushes. -Dendrarium (arboretum), - An oak forest with the average age of the trees exceeding 100 years - Charming Japanese garden Read more ›

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Ostankino Park

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On weekends this park looks like the Californian coastline, minus the ocean of course. Locals come here to jog, cycle, rollerblade, skate and ride longboards by the pond and along the shady paths. There’s even a forest zone with barbeques and tables. Read more ›

Walking, cycling & picnics

Ostankino Park

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16 Tons

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This place is one of the most famous concert spots in the city and although it’s old, it’s young in spirit. Once upon a time it was just a pub (with its own private brewery by the way), then it became the first concert hall for guitar bands in Moscow. These days the rock is diluted with electronic, jungle and instrumental music. Read more ›

Famous concert venue & pub

16 Tons

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Kievskaya Metro Station

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Grand station & ferry trip

Kievskaya Metro Station

Kievskaya was recently named as one of the top 10 most beautiful metro stations in the world. And this accolade is no exaggeration. Prepare to be amazed by Kievskaya's fabulous frescoes and imposing grandness. Read more ›

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Zaryadye Park (Парк «Зарядье»)

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Zaryadye is a new park built in the historic centre of the city, a stone’s throw away from the Kremlin and Red Square. Zaryadye was conceived as a landmark for the city, an important feature of modern Moscow and the flagship park for the nation. Read more ›

The Park of Present Perfect

Zaryadye Park (Парк «Зарядье»)

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Garage Museum of Contemporary Art (Музей современного искусства «Гараж»)

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Garage Museum on Contemporary Art is a place for people, art, and ideas to create history. Founded in 2008 by Dasha Zhukova and Roman Abramovich, Garage is the first philanthropic institution in Russia to create a comprehensive public mandate for contemporary art. Read more ›

ART IS A PLACE FOR PEOPLE

Garage Museum of Contemporary Art (Музей современного искусства «Гараж»)

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VDNKH

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Best park with Soviet architecture

VDNKH

It's perfect place for locals to take a walk with your kids or your partner. You can find there a lot of entertainments, nice cafes, exhibitions but also some quiet places by the lake to have a rest. It's great to go there on bike or rollers. There's a huge beautiful skating rink in winter. Many museums for kids and adults, an aquarium, fountains. Read more ›

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Vorontsovskiy Park

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Located in a modern residential area quite far from the city centre, this small homestead is not often visited by tourists and, to some extent, is forgotten by locals apart from those who live nearby. Read more ›

A hidden gem

Vorontsovskiy Park

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Ekaterininskiy Garden

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To tell you the truth, there's nothing particularly special to tell you about this park. Enjoy lovely views from the benches and simply relax. We call it a silent park because it actually is. Read more ›

The quietest garden

Ekaterininskiy Garden

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Bauman's Town

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These days Homestead Izmailovo is called Bauman's Town. It doesn't attract so much attention compared to its neighbour – Izmailovsky Kremlin – a famous tourist spot that’s a copy of a ruined cultural complex. Read more ›

Homestead on an island

Bauman's Town

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Shurik and Lida

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The two young students depicted in this monument are from the popular Soviet comedy ‘Operation Y and Shurik’s Other Adventures’. It is located next to the entrance of an institute. Read more ›

Soviet comedy monument

Shurik and Lida

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs

For architecture lovers Extremely photogenic in good weather The building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is one of the seven buildings that make up the famous "Stalin skyscrapers". It was built in 1948-1953 for the deployment of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the USSR on the project of architects Vladimir Gelfreich, Mikhail Minkus. Read more ›

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Masterpiece of Stalin Architechture

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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VDNH (Метро ВДНХ)

VDNH is a unique historical and architectural complex, which has become a symbol of Moscow. In Soviet times it was built to hold the All-union agricultural exhibition. Nowadays, is a museum comlpex in a nice park zone with fountains. Read more ›

VDNH - the palace of soviet era

VDNH (Метро ВДНХ)

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Solovei

Yes, there really are 23 cinema halls – no less and no more. Hall No. 1 is the biggest with a 23x10 metre screen and 12 rows. Other halls are much smaller but cosy. The chairs are comfy and each hall is air-conditioned. Read more ›

23-hall cinema complex

Solovei

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Mart

When you see this café’s sign from the street, you would never guess the vastness of the space inside. This 5D place has several halls including a so-called 'winter garden' which is the most romantic. The menu includes authentic Georgian dishes and more. Read more ›

Café with music, cinema & art

Mart

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B2

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This enormous 80s disco-themed café/club right in the Garden Ring is a local favourite not only for its size (five floors!) but also for the wide range of events held here. There’s a restaurant that offers business lunches on weekdays and live music in the evenings on weekends. They also have a very nice veranda open in summertime. Read more ›

Nightlife giant

B2

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Moidodir

This is one of those monuments created to entertain kids and to make adults reminisce about their childhoods. It’s located in Sokolniki Park which is a nice place to visit with family and friends. Read more ›

Fun monument

Moidodir

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PirO.G.I.

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This is a simple yet very nice café/club. PirO.G.I. translates to “pies” and you guessed it, Russian pies are served here. And it must be said that the pies are gooood! They also serve other Russian and European dishes, plus they have a diverse range of entertainment for all ages. Read more ›

Pies & more

PirO.G.I.

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Prospekt Bar

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Prospekt Bar is a traditional bar located by Mira Prospect just outside the city centre. Serving European cuisine, various drinks and reasonably priced shishas, it’s cosy, spacious and pleasant. Read more ›

Great summer bar

Prospekt Bar

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More Vnutri

More Vnutri (“sea is inside”) is not only a café with a healthy vegetarian menu and delicious drinks, it’s also a creative art space. They offer masterclasses, performances for adults and kids, festivals, yoga classes and film screenings. Read more ›

Creative art space & café

More Vnutri

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Trolleybus 33

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This trolleybus takes you from the heart of Moscow to the south-western part of the city. Instead of watching tired faces on the metro, you get great views through the windows the entire way! It makes a loop through the city centre so no matter what station you get on at, it will take you to the south-west. Read more ›

See half of Moscow on one ride

Trolleybus 33

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Underground Printing Press

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This printing press was in operation during the first Russian revolution in 1905. Somehow this tiny museum still remains relatively unknown amongst locals. Those who have visited it however have not only been touched by the spirit of the 20th century, but also by that of Soviet Russia. Read more ›

Revolutionary Moscow

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Chess Ground

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Located in Presnenskiy Park, this place is perfect for kids and chess lovers. The park is home to the chess club ‘Presnya’, and the Chess Ground is actually a children’s park with little statues of fairies from Russian and foreign art. Read more ›

For kids & chess lovers

Chess Ground

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Students' Superstitions

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It’s no wonder this is a popular spot for students before exams. One way to catch some luck is to climb into the boots and throw a coin to the centre of the circle. Another option is to stand by the circle and throw a coin at the name of your university which is engraved in the monument. Read more ›

Monument for students

Students' Superstitions

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22 Sky Lounge

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This luxurious restaurant is located on the 22nd floor. With impressive views, local men like to bring their girlfriends here to show off their wealth in the company of friends. Read more ›

Impressive view

22 Sky Lounge

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Leveldva

The modest size of the space above the restaurant "Ugolek" pleases with its elegant interior and rather unusual musical program, the curators of which insist on the definition of "chill rave". Also this institution has its own music label. https://soundcloud.com/leveldva-music Read more ›

Modern gastronomic club.

Leveldva

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Museum of Russian impressionism

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The museum's artworks come from the private collection of billionaire Russian businessman Boris Mints, owner of the investment holding company O1 Group. They include paintings from artists such as Konstantin Korovin, Igor Grabar, Yuri Pimenov and Valentin Serov. Read more ›

PRIVATE MUSEUM OF ART

Museum of Russian impressionism

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KM20

KM20 is a concept-store, restaurant and gallery in one opened right which was founded by Olga Karput in the historical part of Moscow in 2009. The store has now unveiled its latest evolution, with a new three story space packed with some of best brands. Read more ›

KM20 is a newly-opened concept-store

KM20

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Ice rink on Chistye Prydi

People love to skate at this ice rink because it feels like a private backyard somewhere on the outskirts of town. It’s hard to believe that it’s actually set in the heart of Moscow! Read more ›

Natural ice rink in the city centre

Ice rink on Chistye Prydi

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Olympic Pool Sun Deck

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This manmade "beach" is located on the roof of a sports complex just outside the city centre. It’s smartly done with comfortable chaise lounges, umbrellas and showers. Read more ›

Rooftop sun deck

Olympic Pool Sun Deck

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Tishinka

Located on the third floor, Tishinka is an exhibition space that hosts various fairs – the most remarkable being a flea market that’s held four times a year. There are also fairs with dolls, teddy bears, needlework and board games to name a few. Read more ›

Trade fair space

Tishinka

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Make Way For Ducklings

Young and old stop by this cute monument to take pictures. The neighbourhood is utterly lovely as well, surrounded by the Novodevichiy Convent and its pond, skyscrapers of the business centre and the Moskva. Read more ›

Sweet monument

Make Way For Ducklings

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Sirok 'Druzhba' Monument

Sirok 'Druzhba' (“cheese friendship”) is a cult Russian product that has been around for almost half a century. This monument was built to honour the processed cheese! Read more ›

Honouring processed cheese!

Sirok 'Druzhba' Monument

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Moscow-City (ММДЦ «Москва-Сити»)

"Moscow City" is one of Moscow's most ambiguous architectural solutions. (MIBC) has long been a visiting card of Moscow along with the Kremlin, St. Basil's Cathedral, Ostankino TV tower and other attractions. Its outlines are familiar to the eye and easily recognizable, the names of many skyscrapers are constantly on hearing. Read more ›

Moscow International Business Center

Moscow-City (ММДЦ «Москва-Сити»)

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Bolshoy Ust'insky bridge

Bolshoy Ustinsky Bridge (Russian: Большой Устьинский мост) is a steel arch bridge that spans Moskva River near the mouth of Yauza River, connecting the Boulevard Ring with Zamoskvorechye district. Fantastic view is opened from the bridge to almost all central sightseeings. Read more ›

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one of the best viewpoint in the city

Bolshoy Ust'insky bridge

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Bagration bridge

Next to Bagration bridge, there is a spot, from where you can observe Moscow city, take photos (or selfies). The pedestrian-shopping bridge itself is full of shops and fast food cafes, but from several points there is a view on Moscow city and (from the other side) - to the "White house" and Ukraina hotel. Read more ›

Best view of Moscow city

Bagration bridge

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Zvezda cinema

Cozy and small (only for 60 seats) movie theater on the Sadovoe ring. It's organised in the form of cinema cafe: instead of rows, there are tables and chairs. Movies are shown in original version with subtitles. Read more ›

Cozy movie theater, affordable prices

Zvezda cinema

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Rostokino Aqueduct

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Rostokino aqueduct is an architecture place of interest, and the only aqueduct in Moscow. It was constructed in the end of 18th century and was previously used as a part of central water supply system. Nearby there is a cozy park where the locals love to walk and jog. Read more ›

Architecture spot and a park

Rostokino Aqueduct

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Пространство «Хлебозавод № 9»

The project unites several spheres of life of a modern urban resident. Here you can open your own showroom, coffee shop; organize a gastronomic or music festival; Rent an office space with access to the roof or loft under the studio. Read more ›

"Bakery" - a new place of power

Пространство «Хлебозавод № 9»

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Enthusiast

Scooter enthusiast, that is. But you don't have to be one in order to enjoy this superbly laid-back bar hidden at the far end of a fancifully shaped courtyard and disguised as a spare-parts shop. On a warm day, grab a beer or cider, settle into a beach chair and let harmony descend on you. Read more ›

Hidden bar with cool atmosphere

Enthusiast

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Royal Bar

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This is the only beach in Moscow (not in the Moscow region however) with white sand. Apart from that, it’s well located, nicely decorated and features all the necessary facilities including lockers, a bar, showers and bathrooms. Read more ›

Unbelievably white sand in Moscow

Royal Bar

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Kuzminki Homestead

This nice homestead complex is surrounded by vast parkland and a forest. Besides architecture, the modern park offers a huge variety of entertainment options throughout the year. Read more ›

Museums & outdoor entertainment

Kuzminki Homestead

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Music Town Club

We wouldn’t call this place a rock ‘n’ roll café, even though that’s what the owners are aiming for. But rest assured – that doesn’t make it worse. During the daytime it has a calm atmosphere. Read more ›

Soft rock café

Music Town Club

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Paulaner Brauhaus Moscow Paveletsky

Recently opened, this restaurant brings the spirit of Bavaria to Moscow. It’s part of the international “Paulaner Brauhaus” restaurant chain, and has the capacity to host 600 people. This place is definitely for fun, not heart-to-heart talks. Read more ›

Bavarian beer restaurant

Paulaner Brauhaus Moscow Paveletsky

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Wine Bazar Dance

Wine Bazaar Dance - is One of the best bar at Moscow with lovely atmosphere. Every Thursday to Saturday Dj's play here and everyone dances. The bill is like 1500-1700 rub per person. Wine Bazaar is the chain of wine bars in Moscow. Read more ›

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Dancing bar at seafront

Wine Bazar Dance

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jewish museum

The place for local Jewish society. Lots of facts about Jewish history in Russia. There's also an interactive cinema that tells the bibile story about where they came from. If you are lucky, also can find some pretty art. Temporary art exhibitions are pretty cool here. Have a nice visit! Read more ›

To learn more about jewish in Russia

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Harmonica Museum

A small cosy museum with a very interesting exhibition. You can book an excursion and learn a lot about the Russian national music instrument - harmonica. There are more than 250 pieces in the museum collection. The oldest one was made 1783. Moreover the museum is included in the ICOM UNESCO catalog! Read more ›

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Unknown but special place

Harmonica Museum

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Uncle Styopa

This monument was built in honour of the policeman character from the Soviet children’s poems 'Dyadya Styopa' (Uncle Styopa). It’s located right in front of Moscow's GIBDD Administration building. Read more ›

Uncle Styopa monument

Uncle Styopa

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