What To See And Do In Moscow, Russia

Russia is an absolutely beautiful country and it’s absolutely packed with things to do. If you’re planning to spend a bit of time in Moscow, here are a few top tips for must-see attractions. First up is the Kremlin. The center of Russian government, this old fortress offers brilliant guided tours to make sure you see all the best bits. It includes government buildings, an armory, cathedrals, museums and a palace, making it a brilliant place to spend a day out in Moscow.

Somewhere else that you should definitely visit is world famous Red Square. An absolute must see here is the recently rebuilt Resurrection Gate; rebuilt because Stalin had it demolished in the Cold War after it had stood at the square’s entrance for centuries. You should also pay a visit to colorful St Basil’s Cathedral, which was built in the sixteenth century on the orders of Ivan the Terrible. A truly great place, the square was named in the 1600s after a Russian word for ‘beautiful’.

If you’re after a bit of culture, then somewhere you really have to go is the Bolshoi Theater. Home to the world-famous ballet, this is Russia’s largest and most famous theater. The five-tiered auditorium is decorated in the nineteenth century neoclassic Russian style and has been recently renovated, so it’s well worth a visit. Try and find time to squeeze in a show, but be careful buying tickets as foreigners are often charged more than locals if you purchase from a kiosk so it’s advisable to book online beforehand.

For a brilliant tourist experience, head to the Old Arbat. This gives you the chance to see a piece of Russian history up close, and the street was once home to many writers, painters, composers and artists. For example, the former home of Pushkin, a celebrated Russian writer, is now a museum that’s well worth a visit. This cultural center is a brilliant place to pick up some souvenirs or art and visit some fantastic cafes in a tourist hub that still keeps its old charm.

Somewhere else that’s great to visit in Moscow is the Novodevichy Convent. It was established in 1524 and translates as ‘New Maidens Convent’. It is surrounded by a beautiful park and the cathedral, convent and cemetery are all open to visitors. Many famous Russians are also buried there, such as the sister of Peter the Great, the writer Chekhov and the composer Shostakovich. Whatever your tastes and whatever you like to do on vacation, you are bound to find something you love in Moscow.

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