Moscow, Russia 2025 — Things to Do, Hotels, How to Get

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Red Square

sightseeing

Iconic heart of Moscow with Kremlin, St Basil's Cathedral, GUM, and Lenin Mausoleum.

Tverskaya

shopping

Main street with theaters, upscale boutiques, historic hotels, and vibrant nightlife.

Arbat

culture

Historic pedestrian street with artists, cafes, souvenir shops, and street performers.

Kitay-Gorod

history

Historic quarter with ancient churches, Zaryadye Park, and cozy bars on Nikolskaya.

Zamoskvorechye

art

Merchant quarter with Tretyakov Gallery, colorful churches, and authentic Moscow atmosphere.

Moscow-City

views

Modern business district with skyscrapers, observation decks, rooftop restaurants, and malls.

Patriarch Ponds

local

Elegant literary quarter from Master and Margarita with trendy cafes, boutiques, and park.

Khamovniki

culture

Elite area with Novodevichy Convent, Pushkin Museum, Christ the Saviour, and Luzhniki.

Taganka

art

Artistic district with Taganka Theatre, Stalin skyscraper, and authentic Soviet atmosphere.

Chistye Prudy

local

Charming pond area with cafes, boulevard walks, English cinema, and relaxed atmosphere.

VDNKh

entertainment

Soviet exhibition complex with grand pavilions, fountains, Cosmonautics Museum, and ice rink.

Gorky Park

recreation

Iconic park with Muzeon sculpture garden, Garage Museum, beach, and riverside cycling.

Moscow

Moscow for Foreign Tourists in 2025

Moscow is the heart of Russia, a city of contrasts where ancient cathedrals stand alongside futuristic skyscrapers, and imperial grandeur meets Soviet heritage. Despite the complex geopolitical situation, Russia's capital remains open to tourists and continues to impress with its scale.

How to Get There

No direct flights from EU, USA, or UK. Main routes:

Istanbul — Turkish Airlines, Pegasus (from €260 round-trip)
Dubai — Emirates, Flydubai
Belgrade — Air Serbia (around €1000)

Moscow Airports:

Sheremetyevo (SVO) — largest, connected by Aeroexpress (35 min, ~500 RUB)
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Most nationalities need a visa. E-visa available for some countries (up to 16 days). Check requirements for your passport.

Visa/Mastercard do NOT work due to sanctions. Bring cash (USD/EUR) to exchange or use Mir/UnionPay cards.

Generally safe. Watch for pickpockets in metro. Avoid political demonstrations. Use common sense at night.

SVO (Sheremetyevo) - main international hub, best connected. DME (Domodedovo) - also major, some cheaper flights.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Moscow

IMPORTANT: Visa/Mastercard do NOT work in Russia. Bring cash (USD/EUR) to exchange or get a Mir/UnionPay card.
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Get a Troika card for public transport - much cheaper than single tickets. Works on metro, buses, trams.

Moscow metro is tourist attraction itself. Visit Komsomolskaya, Mayakovskaya, Ploshchad Revolyutsii stations.
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Book Kremlin and popular museum tickets online in advance. Queues can be very long.

Use Yandex Maps instead of Google Maps - much more accurate for Russia, includes public transport.

Only use taxi apps (Yandex Taxi). Never hail taxis on street - much more expensive and risky.

Keep passport copy with you. Police can check documents, especially near metro stations.

Tap water is safe but tastes chlorinated. Most locals drink filtered or bottled water.

English is not widely spoken outside tourist areas. Learn basic Russian phrases or use translator app.

Best time to visit: May-September (warm) or December-January (snowy, festive). Avoid November (grey, rainy).

Weather

Average temperature by month

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Today-4°-11°

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Thu-13°-18°

Fri-11°-21°

Sat-11°-19°

Sun-15°-22°

Mon-12°-16°

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3°
-4°Mar

11°
2°Apr

19°
8°May

22°
12°Jun

24°
14°Jul

22°
13°Aug

16°
7°Sep

9°
3°Oct

1°
-3°Nov

-3°
-8°Dec

Seasonality

Jan
-6°C

Cold Season

Temperature

-6°/ -12°

Rain Days

8 days

Prices

low

Crowds

medium

Activities

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New Year holidays, ice skating rinks, Christmas markets

Moscow has a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Best time to visit: May-September for warm weather, December-January for festive atmosphere.

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83 ₽~1.1 $

Метро Москвы

Одно из лучших метро мира. 250+ станций. Работает 5:30-01:00. Карта Тройка экономит деньги.

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83 ₽~1.1 $

Яндекс Карты

Единая система с троллейбусами и трамваями. Оплата картой Тройка или банковской.

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83 ₽~1.1 $

Метро Москвы

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200 ₽~2.5 $

ЯндексGo, Ситимобил

Посадка ~200₽, за км ~40₽. Только через приложения — уличные такси дороже.

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83 ₽~1.1 $

Метро Москвы

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83 ₽~1.1 $

Метро Москвы

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15 ₽~0.19 $

ЯндексGo

50 рублей старт + ~10 рублей минута

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300 ₽~3.8 $

Метро Москвы

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300 ₽~3.8 $

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15 ₽~0.19 $

ЯндексGo, Urent, Whoosh

50 рублей старт + ~10 рублей минута

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location.transport.metro	83 ₽ ~1.1 $	Метро Москвы	Одно из лучших метро мира. 250+ станций. Работает 5:30-01:00. Карта Тройка экономит деньги.
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location.transport.taxi	200 ₽ ~2.5 $	ЯндексGo, Ситимобил	Посадка ~200₽, за км ~40₽. Только через приложения — уличные такси дороже.
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location.transport.bike	15 ₽ ~0.19 $	ЯндексGo, Urent, Whoosh	50 рублей старт + ~10 рублей минута

Prices

Cost of food, accommodation and services

Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
640 ₽
~640 $
Restaurant dinner
3,600 ₽
~3,600 $
Breakfast
480 ₽
~480 $
Street Food
Local dish
240 ₽
~240 $
Drinks
Coffee
240 ₽
~240 $
Beer in bar
400 ₽
~400 $
Local beer
120 ₽
~120 $
Imported beer
240 ₽
~240 $
Wine bottle
640 ₽
~640 $
Fast Food
Big Mac
440 ₽
~440 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
48 ₽
~48.0 $
Cigarettes
200 ₽
~200 $
Weekly groceries
4,000 ₽
~4,000 $

Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.

Accommodation

Hotels and rental prices

Hostel dorm
800 ₽ / night
~800 $
Hostel private room
2,000 ₽ / night
~2,000 $
Guesthouse
3,200 ₽ / night
~3,200 $

Hotel 2★
2,800 ₽ / night
~2,800 $
Hotel 3★
4,400 ₽ / night
~4,400 $
Hotel 4★
7,200 ₽ / night
~7,200 $
Hotel 5★
16,000 ₽ / night
~16,000 $
Boutique hotel
9,600 ₽ / night
~9,600 $

Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.

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MIRUnionPay

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widespread

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Highly cashless! MIR cards dominant after sanctions. SBP (Fast Payment System) instant transfers. Contactless everywhere. Foreign Visa/Mastercard DO NOT work!

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Ruble (RUB). POST-SANCTIONS PAYMENT SYSTEM! Foreign Visa/Mastercard BLOCKED since 2022. MIR cards (Russian national system) work domestically + some countries (Turkey, Vietnam, Armenia, Belarus). UnionPay alternative for foreigners. SBP (Fast Payment System) instant phone-number transfers dominant - free, instant, 24/7! Metro accepts MIR contactless. Tretyakov Gallery, Red Square area ATMs. Tourists need Russian bank account or bring cash/crypto. Mega-city!

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10%
10% appreciated in restaurants. Not mandatory. Round up for taxis. Hotel staff 100-200 RUB.

Safety

High safety level

Tourist area with low crime rate

What to see

Attractions and points of interest

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History
Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve
Moscow

-5°
Closed
Free
Nature
Sokolniki Park
Moscow

-5°
Closed
RUB400
History
Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve
Moscow

-5°
Closed
RUB1000
History
Moscow Kremlin
Moscow

-5°
Closed
Free
Religious
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Moscow

-5°
Closed
RUB1500
History
Luzhniki Stadium
Moscow

-5°
Closed
RUB450
Museum
Museum of Cosmonautics
Moscow

-5°
Closed
RUB450
Museum
Victory Museum
Moscow

-5°
Closed
Free
Religious
Church of the Sign in Dubrovitsy
Moscow

-5°
Closed
RUB750
Museum
Moscow Planetarium
Moscow

-5°
Closed
RUB350
Museum
Pushkin Memorial Apartment on Arbat
Moscow

-5°
Closed
RUB2600
Museum
PANORAMA360 Observation Deck
Moscow

-5°
Closed
Free
Museum
Artplay Design Center
Moscow

-5°
Closed
Free
History
Old Arbat Street
Moscow

-5°
Closed
RUB2000
History
St. Basil's Cathedral
Moscow

-5°
Closed
Free
Museum
Winzavod Contemporary Art Center
Moscow

Routes

4 km
2-3 hours
Easy
Arbat & Tverskaya Street
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This route takes you through Moscow's literary and theatrical heritage, from bohemian Arbat to grand Tverskaya. Old Arbat is one of the capital's oldest streets, known since the 15th century. Today it's a pedestrian zone where street musicians and artists create a unique atmosphere. On Arbat, be sure to visit Pushkin's Memorial Apartment — this is where the great poet spent the first months after his wedding to Natalia Goncharova. The atmosphere of Pushkin's era is carefully preserved in the interiors, and guides share little-known facts about the poet's life. From Arbat, head to Patriarch's Ponds — a cult destination for Bulgakov fans. This is where the action of "The Master and Margarita" begins, where Berlioz met his fate. The atmosphere of this quiet Moscow courtyard invites leisurely walks and contemplation. Nearby is the Bulgakov Museum in the famous "bad apartment." Continue to the Bolshoi Theatre — a symbol of Russian ballet and opera. Even if you can't catch a performance, admire the magnificent facade with Apollo's chariot and visit the historic buffet. Theatre Square is especially beautiful in the evening — fountains and lighting create a magical atmosphere. You can finish the route at the Tretyakov Gallery if you have energy left. This is the largest collection of Russian art: from ancient icons to 20th-century avant-garde. Must-sees include Rublev's "Trinity," Ivanov's "The Appearance of Christ Before the People," and Vasnetsov's "Bogatyrs." The entire route is a journey through different eras of Moscow's culture. Plan at least 4-5 hours for it, or better yet, a whole day.

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1.5-2.5 hours
Easy
Red Square & Zaryadye Park
Moscow
This route is a perfect introduction to Moscow's historic heart. Begin your walk at the ancient Kremlin walls, where every stone holds centuries of memory. The Kremlin towers, built by Italian masters in the 15th-16th centuries, still amaze with their grandeur and architectural perfection. Stepping onto Red Square, you'll find yourself in a place that has witnessed coronations of tsars, military parades, and public celebrations. The name "Red" comes from the old Russian word for "beautiful," and the square fully lives up to it. Here you'll find the legendary GUM — a shopping center with over a century of history, where you can taste the famous Soviet-recipe ice cream or simply admire the arcade architecture. St. Basil's Cathedral is the true gem of this route. Built by order of Ivan the Terrible to commemorate the capture of Kazan, it consists of nine churches united by a common foundation. Each dome is unique in shape and color, while the interior amazes with ancient frescoes and iconostases. Don't miss the State Historical Museum at the square's entrance — its collection numbers millions of artifacts from the Stone Age to the present day. Even without going inside, the building itself in pseudo-Russian style deserves attention. End your walk in Zaryadye Park — a unique public space opened in 2017 on the site of the demolished Rossiya Hotel. Four natural zones of Russia are recreated here: tundra, steppe, forest, and flood meadows. The main attraction is the floating bridge, a cantilever structure extending 70 meters over the Moscow River without a single support. From here, you'll enjoy stunning views of the Kremlin, especially at sunset. The best time for this walk is early morning on a weekday when there are fewer tourists, or evening when the illumination turns on. The entire route takes 3-4 hours of leisurely walking, but you could easily spend a whole day here, visiting museums and cafes.

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