About
A grand capital city with a rich history
Why go
- Moscow is one of the coolest places we’ve visited
- Rich history, incredible architecture, a deep culture, and nightlife that goes late!
- Moscow is a city that is best discovered not in one day, but step by step
Must try
- Explore Moscow like a pro with insider tips
- Visit the Moscow Metro
- Explore Zaryadye Park
- Visit the Kremlin
- Visit Saint Basil's Cathedral
Pro tips
- No direct flights from the US, expect to travel for almost 2 days
- GPS barely works, so be prepared to get lost
- The metro closes at 1 AM, use Yandex taxi after
- Book trains early, especially for Moscow to St. Petersburg
- Take tram 25 to the end of its route for an excursion through VDNKh
Good to know
- Visa and Mastercard will not work, bring cash
- Credit cards are not accepted due to sanctions
- Russians dislike tourists praying in non-designated areas
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