Moscow Travel Guide

 
by smirnofforiginal
 
  •   Metro
    by smirnofforiginal
  •   Things to Do
    by smirnofforiginal
  • the Dormition Cathedral
      the Dormition Cathedral
    by smirnofforiginal
  • Pokrovsky cathedral inside
      Pokrovsky cathedral inside
    by kris-t
  • State Historical Museum
      State Historical Museum
    by Odiseya
 

Pro

Rick2001 profile photo

 Many things to visit, much more touristic's friendly than some years ago, incredible athmosphere, especially at night 


Con

Ujamaflip profile photo

 Not very inviting or safe for tourists, not very well organised. 


In a nutshell

MrBill profile photo

 Picadilly Circle meets Russian Orthodox 

 

Explore Moscow

Things to Do  

Kremlin

Kremlin, Moscow

 229 Reviews  The Moscow Kremlin (Russian: Моско́вский Кремль, read Moskovskiy Kreml) or simply the Kremlin is a historic complex at the heart of Moscow from witch the modern city develops trough century. This... 

Red Square

Red Square, Moscow

 121 Reviews  Main square is always good position to start explore the city. The Red Square (Russian: Красная площадь) is famous square probably in the world at least I think that. It is not only the central square of Moscow but... 

Hotels  

Radisson Royal Hotel Moscow

 5 Reviews and 126 Opinions  The Radisson Royal Hotel is a 5-star hotel. There isn't much walking distance to the hotel and it is... 

Marriott Moscow Royal

 6 Reviews and 186 Opinions  The hotel has a great location, all the central attractions are very close. But the hotel is not... 

Restaurants  

Russian Cuisine

Russian Cuisine, Moscow

 56 Reviews  This is a new fine dining restaurant. Located on the roof of Smolensky Passage (16th floor), under a glass dome. View of Moscow incredible! The impressive design and a friendly atmosphere. An experienced sommelier helped us with a choice of wine.The menu is very diverse and quite unusual, for every... 

Cafes/Bars/Pubs

Cafes/Bars/Pubs, Moscow

 37 Reviews  Formally a pub, provides all dishes accompanying pint of beer, especially fish. Vobla is dried salted species of fish, perhaps the most popular beer snack. Howewer I eat it with orange juice. Dim light, basement stationing, hostess, enough spare seats. I don't drink beer so ordered trout and Cola.... 

Nightlife  

Dancing & Drinking

Dancing & Drinking, Moscow

 41 Reviews  Hi people, I wanna to say few words about fabrique, which is situated in Moscow. This is a big city with a lot of places to go. Last time I was there I enjoyed all the time. True it is a little bit expensive but not bad for one night. Large dance floor and nice stuff and especially bartenders :)... 

General advice

General advice, Moscow

 14 Reviews  I found that if you're a business traveler and you're looking to meet someone special in Moscow and especially if you don't speak English, it might be easier to use an English speed dating service - I encountered one by accident in club B2, they are having event every Wednesday at 8PM. The hostesses... 

Transportation  

By Metro

By Metro, Moscow

 107 Reviews  The Moscow metro is apparently twice as busy as the London and New York undergrounds combined... and I concur they were ludicrously busy! Busy but never packed like sardines as in London. The Moscow metro runs a smooth, easy to use, efficient, cheap and regular service and it makes getting around... 

By Taxi, Car

By Taxi, Car, Moscow

 47 Reviews  Although his rate appeared high, I hired "Uncle Pasha" (www.moscowdrivers.net) for $80 and haven't regretted it. For this price he saved me a bundle right away at the airport by cautioning me against converting my $US into Rubles at the airport. On our way to the hotel he gave me an informal... 

Shopping  

What to buy?

What to buy?, Moscow

 38 Reviews  Luxurious interior. Dozens of branded sorts of sweets of highest quality. Rot front factory operates since 1826. Low prices. At website you can get more adresses. Candies sold by weight: Golden domes, Autumn waltz, Cow, Sticks, Candied roasted nuts. "Alenka" brick. Less than $1 for one brick, less... 

Where to go?

Where to go?, Moscow

 85 Reviews  The big shopping center "European" near to the Kiev station. Here in such centers modern teenagers likes to spend time. Many various little shops and small cafes. ice skating rink, bowling and other entertainments. 

Local Customs  

Behavior & Superstitions

Behavior & Superstitions, Moscow

 38 Reviews  In Russia, you should never shake hands with someone over a threshold (doorway, gap, etc). If you do, it is considered that something bad will happen between the two parties in the future. Also, when it comes to shaking hands, the best advice is to let the Russian offer their hand first. Often... 

Warnings and Dangers  

Local police & Documents

Local police & Documents, Moscow

 46 Reviews  Foreigners applying for work permits must now undergo tests for HIV/AIDS, leprosy, syphilis, chlamydia and all those other nasty things your Drill Sergeant and your mother warned you about. Tests can only be carried out at state clinics, which means you cannot be tested at home by your own doctor... 

Pickpocketers, etc.

Pickpocketers, etc., Moscow

 20 Reviews  Men may approach you wanting to take you out to the clubs and introduce you to women or have women they can set up for you. Some want to rob you or use you for money while others just want to provide prostitute services. Many prostitute services are set up all around Moscow in private flats run by... 

Tourist Traps  

Tourist prices

Tourist prices, Moscow

 14 Reviews  Russia still has a sort of dual-pricing system, according to which foreigners are charged often 3 to 10 times more at theatres, museums or sights than Russian citizens. This price system is a relic from Soviet times when tickets for Russians were said to be subsidised. The photo shows the entrance... 

Taxis/Transportation

Taxis/Transportation, Moscow

 17 Reviews  Especially for the blue lines, it can be hard to tell the light blue verses the dark blue. Also, if you are color blind, the line coloring is not a big help. However, in addition to color, each line also has a number. This number is printed on the metro maps, and also on the station signs in the... 

What to Pack  

General advices

General advices, Moscow

 29 Reviews  Despite the usual snowy image of Russia, summers in Moscow are hot, usually upwards of +25, and frequently over +30. Hence, pack plenty of summer clothing - especially as cheaper fashion such as, say, H&M, is harder to come by. And, in general, Moscow is expensive where clothes are concerned,... 

Clothing

Clothing, Moscow

 5 Reviews  Winter in Moscow is not as cool as people say it is. All you will need is and good winter jacket and sweater's. Please keep in mind men there do not wear fur coat's. And when you get there it would be a good idea for you to buy a hat like Tim's (at the picture). 

Off The Beaten Path  

Outside Moscow

Outside Moscow, Moscow

 17 Reviews  On my second trip to Moscow in October 2009 I wanted to take at least one daytrip from the Russian capital. I perused several guide books and finally decided on Sergiyev Posad. Sergiyev Posad, which was formerly named Zagorsk, is situated on the so called Golden Ring, just 70 km north east of... 

Monuments & Landmarks

Monuments & Landmarks, Moscow

 40 Reviews  Vysoko-Petrovsky Monastery was founded in 1380 in the village of Vysokoye by Prince Dmitry Donskoi after his return from the Battle of Kulikovo. This site was once occupied by the ancient Bogolubskaya Church of Ivan Kalita. It is said that when the Muscovite Prince Ivan Kalita passed this place,... 

Favorites  

General impressions

General impressions, Moscow

 59 Reviews  you need to get the letter of invitation from there any travel agency who must be approved by ministry of foreign affairs of russia. so, for this i suggest you i-visa . this is approved by mfa. AND ALSO THERE ARE PLENTY OF BUDGET HOTELS WHO MAY ASSIST YOU FOR THIS AS HOTEL COSMOS AND ALSO MANY... 

Comments

Map of Moscow