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Many people associate tourism only with foreign countries, and in order to experience something mysterious and mysterious, they go to Peru or Mexico.

However, in Russia there are many unique and outlandish places for which foreign tourists come to our country, but we live very close and do not know about these wonders.

Lena pillars

The most majestic places in Russia are located along the Lena River, in Yakutia, near the Khangalsky ulus, 100 km from the city of Pokrovsk.

These geological formations stretch vertically along the beautiful valley of the Prilensky plateau for a distance of 80 km.

A particularly beautiful place is located between the villages of Petrovkoye and Tit-Ary.

The height of rocky formations made of Cambrian limestone reaches 100 meters. The area of ​​the natural park is 485 thousand hectares.

In addition to unique rock formations in the parks, you can see blowing sand-tuculans, the site of an ancient man, and unique permafrost ecosystems.

Fossilized remains of bison, mammoth, and woolly rhinoceros were found in these territories.

Diamond-bearing pipe "Mir"

In Yakutia, on the outskirts of the city of Mirny, there is one of the largest diamond quarries in the world. The quarry has a depth of 525 meters and a diameter of 1.2 kilometers. It is clearly visible even from space.

Mining of diamond-bearing kimberlite ore ceased in June 2001. Currently, an underground mine of the same name is being built on board the quarry to develop the remaining sub-quarry reserves, the extraction of which by open-pit mining is unprofitable. Here you can learn everything about diamond mining and buy diamonds at cost.

Lake Baikal

There are a lot of tourist areas, bases and sanatoriums around the lake. The Great Tourist Trail runs along the shores of Lake Baikal - a system of ecological routes with walking and horseback excursions.

The deepest lake on the planet (1642 meters) is located in the southeast of Siberia. The shape resembles a large crescent. The lake is surrounded by mountains or hills. It is very clean and transparent. The composition of the water contains few salts. Therefore, Baikal water can be compared to distilled water.

The area surrounding Baikal is unique in that many species of its plants and animals are present only here. The lake is home to 2,600 species and subspecies of animals, more than half of which are not found anywhere except Baikal. Baikal sturgeon and omul, burbot, taimen, pike, and whitefish are found here.

In winter, when it is very cold, you can observe a very beautiful natural phenomenon when the ice breaks into large cracks. This phenomenon occurs accompanied by a loud sound reminiscent of thunder.

There are 27 islands on Baikal, the largest is Olkhon Island. It is there that many tourists flock to live in tents, feel the romance, and enjoy the surrounding splendor. The peculiarity of this island is that it has only 48 cloudy days a year.

When you go to Baikal, you can visit natural monuments: Mount Chersky Peak, Cape Burkhan, Shaman Rock, Peschanaya Bay. Be sure to take a train ride on the Circum-Baikal Railway, which passes through the most beautiful places, revealing magnificent views from the windows of the cars.

Volcanoes of Kamchatka

More than a thousand volcanoes located in Kamchatka are part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, but belong to different geological eras. Among them, 28 are active. The height of the largest volcano, Klyuchevskaya Sopka, is 4750 meters above sea level. It is the highest in Eurasia and one of the most active on the peninsula.

Along with volcanoes, the surrounding areas are also included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site because of their picturesque landscapes and unique diversity of flora and fauna.

At the foot of the Uzon volcano there is the hottest body of water on Earth. The water temperature in Lake Fumarole is 50 degrees.

Also in the southeast of the peninsula there is the Valley of Geysers - a unique natural complex of 20 large geysers and several hundredthermal water outlets, from which almost boiling water flows and hot streams of steam rise.

The fountains gushing out of the ground reach a height of 40 m. They are located 160 km from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.

Saint Petersburg

The historical center of the northern capital and the palace and park ensembles were included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.

The UNESCO list includes 36 St. Petersburg sites, uniting about 4,000 outstanding monuments of architecture, history and culture.

Here are just the most significant ones that you must see: the palace and park ensembles of Gatchina, Pavlovsk, Peterhof, Pushkin, Ropsha, Tsarskoe Selo, the old part of Kronstadt and its forts, the stunningly beautiful Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood on the banks of the Griboyedov Canal, built on the site of Alexander’s murder II and the majestic St. Isaac's Cathedral - the symbol of St. Petersburg.

Elagin Island is considered one of the most beautiful places in the city - an oasis of peace among the bustle of the city.

The Summer Garden is the oldest and most beautiful park in St. Petersburg with many sculptures and a forged fence, recognized as an independent masterpiece of decorative art.

Due to its geographical location, St. Petersburg has such a phenomenon as “white nights”. At midnight the sun drops below the horizon by only 7°, so the morning and evening dawns converge and light twilight sets in. The period of white nights lasts from late May to mid-July. This event additionally attracts tourists from all over the world.

Kizhi Museum-Reserve

Reserve of Russian wooden architecture.

According to legend, the 22-domed Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord, consecrated in 1714, was built with one ax without nails, which the master then threw into the lake.
Built half a century later, the Intercession Church complements the Transfiguration Church, echoes it, reflecting an architectural echo.

If the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord is directed upward, then the nine-domed Church of the Intercession is wide and steep. The ensemble is complemented by a tented bell tower, built in 1863 on the site of the old one.

The Kizhi churchyard, consisting of two multi-domed churches and a bell tower in a single fence, is distinguished by ideal proportions and harmoniously fits into the surrounding landscape.

In 1966, on the basis of the architectural ensemble of the Kizhi Pogost, the Kizhi State Historical and Architectural Museum was founded, where chapels, houses and outbuildings were brought from different regions of Karelia.

Divnogorye Landscape Reserve

If you want to relax in an amazingly beautiful place, feel the coolness of the chalk vaults of cave churches - come to Divnogorye. This place is considered a protected area.

It is located in the Voronezh region on the right bank of the Don River in the Liskinsky district.

Cretaceous deposits of bizarre shape surround the plateau.

Chalk churches were built in these natural rock formations in the 17th century.

The Church of the Sicilian Icon of the Mother of God is carved right into the rock. Believers can even hold a service on the occasion of a major church holiday.

In addition to the cave churches, there are many ancient archaeological sites: the Mayatskoye settlement (remains of a medieval fortress and necropolis), the Mayatskoye pottery complex, the Holy Dormition Divnogorsk Monastery, the amazing Diva pillar mountains.

Nature has created a unique landscape here: more than 250 species of plants grow here, and local residents themselves nicknamed the chalk pillars above the river “divas” - from the word “miracle, miracle.”

Arkaim ancient settlement

Arkaim is one of the most iconic places in the Urals, surrounded by numerous legends and an aura of mystery.

It appeared on Earth during the construction of the Egyptian pyramids, it is called a wonder of the world. Scientists believe that the city stands on an unusually strong energetic place on the planet. It’s not for nothing that it is so often visited by shamans, magicians, esotericists and UFOs.

The ancient city is located in the Chelyabinsk region, but it is more convenient to get there by bus from Yekaterinburg. You will have to live in a tent.

Arkaim is a fortified Bronze Age settlement. The archaeological site dates back to the turn of the third or second millennium BC and consisted of a fortified city, two necropolises and animal pens.

Arkaim burned out as a result of a fire, but something still remained - defensive ditches and walls form two concentric circles, 60 dwellings were attached to them, and in the center there is a free area.The settlement received its name from Mount Arkaim.

Moscow Kremlin and Red Square

From the point in the center of the Moscow map, where the main clock of the country runs and the zero kilometer sign is driven into the ground, the countdown of Russian time and space always begins. The Kremlin is the historical center of Moscow, the spiritual and state symbol of Russia.
The oldest part of Moscow and the official residence of the President of Russia. Initially, the Kremlin was made of wood; the first fortifications on Borovitsky Hill were destroyed by the Mongol-Tatars in 1238. In 1330, the oldest church in Moscow, the Cathedral of the Savior on Bor, appeared in the Kremlin. During the construction of the Grand Kremlin Palace in the 19th century, the cathedral was neatly integrated into its courtyard and is carefully preserved to this day.

In the second half of the 15th century, the Moscow Kremlin was rebuilt by Italian architects, who took the Sforza ducal residence in Milan as a basis. Then the Arkhangelsk, Annunciation and Assumption Cathedrals, the Faceted Chamber and the Ivan the Great Bell Tower appeared. In the 17th century, the Kremlin towers received tiered and hipped roofs, acquiring a modern look.

St. Basil's Cathedral is located on Red Square. According to legend, after the completion of construction, Ivan the Terrible ordered the architect to be blinded so that he could not build anything similar again.

On Red Square there is also the Mausoleum of V.I. Lenin, a necropolis near the Kremlin wall, where prominent people of the USSR are buried, Lobnoye Mesto, a monument to Minin and Pozharsky, Upper Trading Rows (GUM), the Historical Museum opened in 1883 and the Kazan Cathedral.

Man-Pupu-Ner plateau

This unique geological natural monument is located in the Troitsko-Pechora region of Komi.

It is called the Ural Stonehenge for the huge stone pillars scattered across the mountain, reaching 40 meters in height. A hike to this wonder of the world is possible on foot (200 km in 5-6 days of travel) from the Sverdlovsk region, Perm region and the Komi Republic or by helicopter.

About 200 million years ago, there were high mountains in place of the stone pillars. Rain, snow, wind, frost and heat gradually destroyed the mountains, and especially weak rocks. The hard sericite-quartzite shales, from which the remains are composed, were destroyed less and have survived to this day, while the soft rocks were destroyed by weathering and carried by water and wind into depressions of the relief.

One pillar, 34 m high, stands somewhat apart from the others; it resembles a huge bottle turned upside down. Six others lined up at the edge of the cliff. The pillars have bizarre outlines and, depending on the place of inspection, resemble either the figure of a huge man, or the head of a horse or ram. In past times, the Mansi deified grandiose stone sculptures and worshiped them, but climbing Man-pupu-ner was the greatest sin.

A day off comes, and questions inevitably arise: what to see in Moscow today, where to go for free? How can you find out about interesting events in advance, and not when they have already taken place? In this review, we will talk about budget Moscow places that not every old-timer knows.

After, we decided to write a continuation, and now the second part is in front of you!

Watch a film in a cinema or film club

Surprisingly, even today in Moscow you can find several places with free entry for everyone, and watching a movie won’t cost you a penny! Where are they located?

• A visit to the ZIL film club rarely leaves viewers indifferent.
  The club is open to the public twice a month (usually on Friday evenings), but pre-registration is required.

• “World of Art” is one of the first Moscow electronic cinemas, despite its modest size, and still attracts visitors with a variety of genres. Film club meetings take place on Wednesdays. Changes are possible, the current schedule can be viewed on the official website.

• Standing apart on our list is the building of the Library of Foreign Literature named after. M.I. Rudomino.
  Despite the fact that the library's themes have few points of intersection with the field of cinema, you can regularly attend screenings of foreign films here. Most often, the films are shown in the original (Russian subtitles are possible).

• Moscow School of Photography and Multimedia named after. A. Rodchenko.
  Here you can not only receive a certificate of completion of courses in the art of photography, but also watch a high-quality original film completely free of charge. The screening takes place at the Blue film club on Saturday. Don't forget to take any identification document with you.

• Visit to the Film Library named after. Eisenstein has a variety of plans for the weekend. The main topics are films by Russian and Soviet filmmakers. Various film events and anniversaries of film workers are also held here.

• Visit to the library named after. M.A. Svetlova. As part of the Mayak film club, you can not only watch an interesting film, but also discuss it with other participants, meet new people and have a pleasant time in an informal atmosphere.

Lifehack! If you want to see new items, which are currently in theaters, and do it at minimal cost, then take a look at the website of the Moscow Cinema cinema chain. 13 cinemas under the Moscow Department of Culture where you can enjoy watching films from 90 rubles!

Listen to classical music

If you are looking not only for free entertainment in Moscow, but also want to attend concerts of talented groups, then this section is for you.

• Concerts at the Moscow Conservatory

The Maly and Rachmaninov Halls, located on Bolshaya Nikitskaya Street, regularly invite guests to free performances. Also there you can witness a variety of festivals related to classical music.

The interesting thing is that you can attend the event for free not only on a weekday; the halls are often open on weekends. If you are only attracted to the big hall, then don’t despair, free concerts are held there too, but a little less often. In the conservatory’s poster, look for the inscription “free admission.”
Address: st. Bolshaya Nikitskaya, 13/6.

• Organ concerts at the Evangelical Christian Baptist Church

Have you thought about where to go for free on a weekend in Moscow? Are you familiar with the enchanting music of the organ?

When the last Sunday of the month arrives, church workers organize a social concert of organ music (usually starting at 15.00). The organ, created in the 19th century, performs famous works of classics.

The church is located on M. Trekhsvyatitelsky lane no. 3 (metro Kitay-Gorod). If you want to find a comfortable seat, please arrive 30 minutes before the start of the event.

Don’t think that only student concerts are open to the public. Very often, professional artists come to the Russian Academy to give free concerts (the main venues are the Musical Living Room of Shuvalova’s House and the Small Hall). Almost every weekday evening there is some kind of event at the academy. On weekends you can visit Gnesinka both in the morning and in the evening.
Address: st. Povarskaya, 30/36.

• Events at the All-Russian State Library for Foreign Literature named after M.I. Rudomino

Usually visiting libraries is not conducive to noisy events. However, everything is different here: to the sounds of constant classical music, you can not only enjoy your favorite works, but also discuss them with like-minded people. The library is located on Nikoloyamskaya street 1 (entrance on the right side).

Take a walk along the embankments or ride a bike, rollerblades, or longboards

If you are, then be sure to visit the beautiful embankments leading from Muzeon to Vorobyovy Gory. Also an interesting route to visit will be the Park of Culture - Novodevichy Convent - Kyiv metro station.

Remember that on the embankments you can ride bicycles, rollerblades, longboards, or just stroll around enjoying the view.

Visiting parks and estates

If you want to visit historical places of interest in Moscow for free, and the weather permits, then be sure to go to nature: fresh air, friendly people and a beautiful landscape will drive away any melancholy. You should also remember that almost every day off is a holiday, so you can easily get to a festival or other event. Estates include:

• Muzeon
• Park named after Gorky
• Zaryadye
• Sokolniki
• Tsaritsyno
• Kuskovo
• Izmailovo
• Kolomenskoye

• Learn about industrial culture

Are you nostalgic for the 20th century or would you be interested in seeing with your own eyes how everything worked then? Be sure to visit the Museum of Industrial Culture. It is here that you can travel in a time machine to the past, look at household items, equipment, toys and clothes of the last century. You can even buy soda from a special machine!
Address: Lyublino metro station, Zarechye st. 3A.

• Learn about water

The Water Museum is also an environmental center. Here you can not only learn interesting facts about drinking water, but also acquainted with those nology of water treatment facilities and water supply schemes for the capital, which operated at different periods of time. The museum is located in the former Main Pumping Station, dating back to the 19th century.
Address: Proletarskaya metro station, Sarinsky proezd, 13.

Mausoleum

Despite the worldwide fame of the Mausoleum, you can visit the historical place only at strictly designated times. Currently this is the morning (10-13) of Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Visiting the Lenin Mausoleum remains free.
Where: Red Square.

Cathedral of Christ the Savior

One of the most famous temples in all of Russia also does not require payment for visiting. However, if you want to hear an interesting story about the construction and history of the temple, then you will have to pay the guide a certain amount.
Where: st. Volkhonka, 15.

For creative people

• "Winzavod"

Be sure to visit the first art territory of the capital's industrial zone. If you look carefully at the exhibition schedule, you will find several free ones there. No documents or prior registration are required to visit the center.
Where: metro Kurskaya, 4th Syromyatnichesky lane, 1/8.

• "Bottle"

This design factory was also a pioneer. Currently, creative evenings, film screenings and various festivals are held here. You can get to some of them without paying a penny, you just have to study the poster. Since the place is extremely popular, it is recommended to arrive to events 20-30 minutes before the start.
Where: m. Dmitrovskaya, st. B. Novodmitrovskaya, 36.

• "Factory"

The center is interesting not only for its diversity (connoisseurs of theatre, music and cinema, as well as artists gather here), but also for its huge number of free installations. Almost every day you can come to 18 Perevedenovsky Lane and visit a new exciting exhibition of a contemporary artist.

Who said you can't combine American fashion photography with Belgian classics and Korean modernism? Gary Tatintsian's gallery has always been distinguished by the originality of its ideas, and free exhibitions are a pleasant, but not the main addition to the overall impression.
Where: Chkalovskaya metro station, Serebryanicheskaya embankment, 19.

Going to the theater is almost free

Some places cannot be called completely free. But the small fee (within 200 rubles) is fully paid off by the emotions after visiting these places.

• Visit to the Satire Theater

Usually the cost of theater tickets exceeds the above-mentioned amount, but if you carefully monitor the promotions, you will definitely see budget performances. Believe me, their quality is absolutely no different from ordinary performances: positive emotions are guaranteed!
Where: Triumfalnaya Square, 2.

• Performances of the Vakhtangov Theater

Despite the huge period of work (more than 90 years) and the talented troupe, the theater values ​​​​its audience, offering them budget ticket prices (from 100-200 rubles).
Where: st. Arbat, 26.

• Visit to the Luna Theater

The theater has been operating for a quarter of a century and is distinguished by the original ideas of its directors, unique decorations and talented selection of music. Ticket prices start from 200 rubles.
Where: st. Malaya Ordynka, 31, building 1.

• Performances from the workshop of Pyotr Fomenko

The combination of theater traditions and experimental discoveries makes the Workshop's productions interesting and unusual. Prices for performances also start at 200 rubles.
Where: "old" stage on Kutuzovsky Prospekt, 30/32 and the “new” stage onTaras Shevchenko Embankment, 29.

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Visit the events of the creative space "Symbol"

All events at Symbol are carried out free of charge, i.e. Anyone can register on the official website and attend a very interesting master class or lecture! There were all sorts of events here, from dance classes and music concerts to business meetings and psychological trainings. We recommend!

Official site
Where: st. Zolotorozhsky Val, 11, building 20.

Swing on a swing on Triumfalnaya Square

You know that on Triumfalnaya Square, under the sensitive gaze of V. Mayakovsky, there is a playground with 12 paired swings for adults? This is a delight, comrades! Remembering childhood and enjoying the moment is available to everyone.

Where: metro Mayakovskaya, Triumfalnaya square.

Take a walk through the fabulous Kremlin

The Izmailovo Kremlin delights us with its magical decoration. Walking around the Kremlin and taking bright photos is a pleasant opportunity to brighten up your day off.

Where: metro station Partizanskaya, Izmailovskoe highway, 73zh.

Take a walk around the city center or around the Moscow City complex

There can be a lot of ideas for walks, we will just start this endless list of beautiful places in Moscow, and you will continue it to your taste. To look at Moscow City, you can start with the best view - from the Taras Shevchenko embankment, and then continue your walk on the territory of the complex, crossing the Bagration Bridge. Surely you will also experience a breathtaking sensation at the foot of the tall buildings.

As for walking around the city center, we won’t be original here. Places that never cease to delight the eye every time: Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, Bolshoi Theater, Big Stone Bridge, Manezhnaya Square, Old and New Arbat, the area of ​​cozy streets of Kitai-Gorod, boulevards of the central district of the city, Patriarch's Ponds, Kuznetsky Most, Crimean embankment, Krutitskoe courtyard and so on...

Attend an event in a modern library

Libraries "Turgenevka" and "Nekrasovka" can rightfully be called modern, beautiful and useful! If you are interested in the format of an exhibition, concert or discussion club, then feel free to choose the event you like and come! Admission is free by prior registration on the official websites of libraries.

By the way, it’s simply impossible not to fall in love with Nekrasovka; such a beautiful and cozy interior makes you come back here again and again.

“Nekrasovka”: official website, metro station Baumanskaya, st. Baumanskaya, 58/25, building 14.
"Turgenevka": official website, m. Turgenevskaya, Bobrov lane. 6, pp. 1,2.

Another youth and modern library is definitely worth mentioning! This is the library. M.A. Svetlova or otherwise they call her "Svetlovka". A large number of events take place here: meetings of poetry club participants, drawing master classes, game rooms, literary evenings, meetings with famous cultural figures, events of film and environmental clubs and much more!
You can find the current schedule in

The garden, which has become one of the brightest pearls of Moscow. In summer, here you can admire picturesque landscapes, slender trees, beautiful plants and fountains. And in winter, go ice skating, drink scalding tea in a cafe and learn something interesting at master classes and lectures that are often held here.

 st. Karetny Ryad, 3

RAS observation deck 0+

The site offers a stunning view of the Moscow panorama, Frunzenskaya embankment, the Gagarin monument and other sights of the capital.

 Leninsky Prospect, 32, lit. A, page 1

VDNH 0+
Exhibition of National Economic Achievements

VDNH is the largest exhibition center in Moscow. More than twenty million people visit it every year, and at least one and a half hundred expositions and exhibitions are organized on the territory.

 Ave. Mira, 119

Sports and entertainment parks "NEBO" 0+
More than 100 trampolines in one place!

Want to visit 30 attractions with one ticket? Head to the SKY parks. This is a bright and creative space for active recreation with the whole family. Here you can actively and usefully spend your free time, celebrate a child’s birthday or arrange an unusual team building.

 ave. Leningradsky, 80, bldg. eleven.,  Prospect Bagrationovsky, 5, shopping center "Filion", floor 4.,  st. Yeniseiskaya, 36, building 1.,  ave. Sevastopolsky, 11E, shopping center "Capitol", floor 3.

Artplay Design Center 12+

Exhibitions, performances, concerts, festivals, lectures, seminars, workshops, design and architecture studios - a whole quarter for creative work and relaxation in the center of Moscow.

 st. Nizhnyaya Syromyatnicheskaya, 10

Muzeon Art Park 0+

Moscow is a center of attraction for connoisseurs of various types of art, from reading poetry to complex art installations. Muzeon also hosts vibrant festivals and celebrations that attract citizens and guests of the capital.

 st. Krymsky Val, ow. 2

Moscow Planetarium 0+

Here you understand especially clearly how big the cosmos is and how small a person is in it. And yet, it is here that you feel like a part, one with this vast Universe. This is the best place for all romantics. After all, the stars have never been so close...

 st. Sadovaya-Kudrinskaya, 5, building 1

Museum of Entertaining Sciences "Experimentanium" 6+

Why do the sands “sing”? When can a train accident be prevented using the laws of physics? What is bioinformatics and how to learn to read and understand the genetic code? Where can you conduct experiments with chemical polymers and find out the dependence of their composition on the color of the flame during combustion? Guests of the Experimentanium Museum will find answers to these and many other questions.

 Leningradsky Prospekt, 80, room 11

Space Museum 0+

Here you will learn about the achievements of Russian cosmonautics and see authentic exhibits that have been in space. The guides will tell you how the first artificial Earth satellite was launched and introduce you to the results of research into the planets of the solar system.

 Mira Ave., 111

Multimedia Art Museum 0+

Art connoisseurs are also familiar with this complex as the “Moscow House of Photography.” In the mid-90s, the emergence of the museum became a real breakthrough for Russia. Then it was the first place where photographs became not an addition to the exhibition, but its main component.

 st. Ostozhenka, 16

Museum-reserve in Kolomenskoye 0+

Touch the legends of the mysterious museum! Here you will discover the secrets of Volosov Ravine, find traces of the horse of St. George the Victorious and find out where Liberea of ​​Ivan the Terrible disappeared to. The estate also hosts classical music concerts and interactive shows.

 Andropova Ave., 39

Tretyakov Gallery 0+

The Tretyakov Gallery houses the world's largest collection of Russian painting, graphics and sculpture: the museum, founded in 1856, contains more than 180,000 exhibits.

 lane Lavrushinsky, 10

Tretyakov Gallery on Krymsky Val 0+

The second building of the Tretyakov Gallery displays works by domestic artists whose work spanned the 1920s–1960s.

 st. Krymsky Val, 10

Gorky Park (Gorky Park) 0+

The doors of the capital's central park are open around the clock for everyone. It is difficult to get lost in its vast territory, but it is extremely easy to find entertainment for every taste.

 st. Krymsky Val, 9

"Dial" on Kuznetsky Most 12+
Everything is free except minutes

In the legendary Moscow anti-cafe they play board games and organize movie nights, study foreign languages ​​and drawing, hold live concerts and creative meetings. In an art space, guests only pay for their time - everything else is free.

 st. Kuznetsky Most, 19

Museum "Lights of Moscow" 6+

The exhibition of this unusual museum is dedicated to urban lighting and lamp making. Here you can see ancient torches, study different types of lanterns (from hand-held to street) and learn how lighting is regulated in modern Moscow. Don’t forget to take your children: master classes and parties are held for them, and you can touch all the exhibits with your hands.

 Armenian lane, 3-5, building 1

Motocafe "Enthusiast"

On the site of the former Fott store, a bicycle and motorcycle workshop and part-time cozy cafe-bar have opened. While the craftsmen are repairing your bicycle or motorcycle here, you can eat a delicious sandwich, drink coffee and admire the unusual interior.

 Stoleshnikov lane, 7/5

Museum of M. A. Bulgakov (“Bad Apartment”) 12+

Known from the novel “The Master and Margarita,” Bad Apartment No. 50 in building 302 bis on Bolshaya Sadovaya, in which Woland lived, has its own prototype. This is the apartment of Mikhail Bulgakov himself on Bolshaya Sadovaya, 10.

 Bolshaya Sadovaya, 10, (passage through the arch), apt. 50

Garage Museum of Contemporary Art 0+

The activities of this museum of contemporary art are developing in three directions - exhibition, educational and research. Today, Garage is a respected international expert in the field of contemporary art.

 st. Krymsky Val, 9, building 32

Seiji Restaurant 6+

The Japanese restaurant "Seiji" is included in the ranking of the best restaurants in the world and in the top 100 best restaurants in Moscow. It is here that on the menu you can find dishes of national cuisine that are new to us and familiar to the Japanese.

 Komsomolsky Prospekt, 5/2

Museum of Illusions 0+

Do you want to visit Gulliver's country, walk with a lion or save him from zombies? Then go to the museum and prepare to not believe your eyes and be constantly surprised. The best craftsmen from all over the country worked on the exhibition.

 Maly Nikolopeskovsky lane, 4,  Prospekt Mira, 119, VDNKh, pavilion 55

Bar Strelka 18+

Strelka (“Strelka”) is a place where both professional craftsmen and true art connoisseurs gather who want to feel the urban spirit of the new era.

 Bersenevskaya embankment, 14, building 5

Central House of Artists 0+

Various exhibitions, large-scale book fairs, art and antique salons, a concert venue - you will find all this at the most famous exhibition venue in the capital.

 st. Krymsky Val, 10

Design Factory "Flacon"
One of the first creative clusters in Moscow

A place where you can freely create, express yourself and just have a good time. “Flacon” includes numerous showrooms, workshops, restaurants, art cafes, as well as a platform for concerts, performances, and various events. Here you can always buy something unusual, get inspired by new ideas and start creating something of your own.

 st. Bolshaya Novodmitrovskaya, 36/4

Interactorium "Mars-Tefo" 6+

Interactive excursion into the future. Guests of the Interactorium have a unique opportunity to be transported several decades into the future - to a time when people have already landed on Mars and are exploring this planet.

 st. Avtozavodskaya, 18

Ostankino Tower 12+

One of the central attractions of Moscow ranks seventh in the list of tallest buildings in the world. The reinforced concrete structure, 540 meters high, houses a concert hall and an observation deck with breathtaking views of the city.

 st. Academician Koroleva, 15, building 2

Moscow International Business Center "Moscow City"

“City of Capitals”, “Central Core”, “Mercury City Tower”: grandiose high-rise complexes in the Moscow City business district are growing from year to year. The area on Presnenskaya Embankment is a place of constant construction and development, the real heart of business Moscow.

 Presnenskaya embankment

Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve 0+

Royal palaces in the Russian Gothic style, clear ponds... The park, which never became an imperial residence, is today open to everyone who wants to find a corner of tranquility in the noisy capital.

 st. Dolskaya, 1

Moscow Zoo 0+

The Moscow Zoo, which is the oldest in the country, attracts millions of visitors every year. It not only introduces the public to hundreds of species of animals, but also works to preserve the fauna and conducts scientific and educational activities.

 st. Bolshaya Gruzinskaya, 1

Grand Theatre
One of the greatest and most significant in the world

The Bolshoi Theater needs no introduction. It is known all over the world, working there is a great honor for any theater worker, and attending a performance is a constant joy for fans of classical art.

 Teatralnaya Square, 1

Club Glavclub Green Concert 18+

Glavclub works for the sake of convinced music lovers and connoisseurs of concert sound. The club's sound and lighting systems provide exceptional performance at every performance, allowing audiences to interact with their favorite artists without interruption.

 st. Ordzhonikidze, 11.

18+

Institute for Urban Development and New Education. Institute for the exchange of ideas and the creation of meaning. Institute of Architecture for a Comfortable Environment and New Opportunities. Institute for Reasonable Action.
That's all - the Strelka Institute of Media, Architecture and Design.

 Bersenevskaya embankment, 14, building 5a

Bauman Garden 0+

Once upon a time, Golitsyn’s estate was located on this site. The prince himself granted the townspeople the right to visit the garden and stroll along its shady alleys. Pushkin, Turgenev, Gogol and other famous Russian writers visited here.

 st. Staraya Basmannaya, 15

Cultural center ZIL 6+

ZIL is the largest palace of culture in the capital, a multifunctional space with a large number of platforms and a variety of posters. Every day there are plays, concerts, performances, festivals, lectures, master classes, events for children, and exhibitions are open.

 st. Vostochnaya, 4, bldg. 1

Apothecary garden 0+

Admire the tulips and cork trees, take a leisurely promenade through the picturesque greenhouse and taste the most delicious pies - all this can be done here, in the evergreen corner of Moscow. Every year new plants appear in the garden, so you always want to come back here.

 ave. Mira, 26

Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts 0+

From an antique amphora to paintings by Van Gogh and Picasso - the golden fund of world cultural heritage in the collection of the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts.

 st. Volkhonka, 12

Jewish Museum and Tolerance Center 0+

The museum contains a large exhibition dedicated to the history and culture of the Jewish people. The museum can be called one of the most technologically advanced and progressive in the capital - there is a 4D pavilion and many interactive exhibits.

 st. Obraztsova, 11, building 1a

Moscow Sovremennik Theater 12+

Over the years of its existence, the Sovremennik Theater has given the world many talented actors and has become one of the most significant in the history of the formation of national culture.

 Chistoprudny Boulevard, 19

Club "Garage" 18+

The Garage club is a legendary place among partygoers of the 90s. After the move, the club became even more convenient, and the shows and music programs became even brighter. This place has a really cool dance floor!

 Brodnikov Lane, 8

Night Flight Club 18+
The oldest night club in Russia

The oldest nightclub in Moscow and Russia opened back in 1991, marking the beginning of the development of the domestic club industry.

 st. Tverskaya, 17

Cinema "Pioneer" 6+

One of the best cinemas in the capital, equipped with the latest equipment and focusing on serious and high-quality cinema.

 Kutuzovsky Prospekt, 21, building 1

Night club Rodnya 18+
Meeting place for all the club's creative relatives

A relevant and modern place for creativity, work and club leisure Rodnya Studio (“Rodnya Studio”) on the territory of the Artplay Design Center.

 Nizhnyaya Syromyatnicheskaya st., 10, building 7

Restaurant "Brasserie Most" 18+

"Brasserie Most" is the third reincarnation of the famous "Bridge". Financier Alexander Mamut, who owned a pretentious club and then a restaurant on this site, decided to create a new project, calling on specialists in delicious French cuisine.

 st. Kuznetsky Most, 6/3

Cafe "Saigon" on Savelovskaya 18+

The Vietnamese restaurant delights visitors with exotic dishes. A cozy establishment, a spacious and bright hall, and bright design give a feeling of comfort and are conducive to a good time.

 Suschevsky Val, 5/22

Center for Creative Industries "Fabrika"

The Fabrika Center for Creative Industries differs from other similar art clusters located in buildings of former industrial enterprises. And all because the activities of the Oktyabr paper and dyeing factory have not been stopped and continue to this day - side by side with exhibitions, concerts, film screenings and festivals organized by the TsTI.

 Perevedenovsky lane, 18

Red October 0+

The largest confectionery enterprise in the USSR, and now a cultural space in the center of Moscow.

 Bersenevskaya embankment, 6

Kuskovo Estate 0+

One of the most romantic places in Moscow is the Kuskovo estate. At one time it was called Versailles near Moscow, so reminiscent in its beauty was the garden of the French kings.

Moscow is a city with a centuries-old history, sophisticated culture and beautiful traditions. Many tourists, having arrived in Belokamennaya, do not know where to start getting acquainted with it. Today we will look at the main attractions of the Russian capital, which are recommended for all guests of this city to visit. We will find out where to visit in Moscow in order to absorb the spirit and atmosphere of the city as much as possible.

Red Square

The main one is located in the very center of the city. The streets leaving the square lead to different parts of the city, and then the country, developing into highways. You can look at the monuments on Red Square in Moscow all day long. Walking here, you can admire the beauty of St. Basil's Cathedral, which for many years has been considered the hallmark of the Mother See. The square also houses such attractions as the Mausoleum, the Upper and Middle Trading Rows, the Kazan Cathedral and Driving around the square is prohibited, and bicycles are not allowed, so it is accessible only to pedestrians.

Many people go to Moscow to visit the tomb of V.I. Lenin, so it is worth indicating the opening hours of the Mausoleum. The attraction welcomes guests from 10.00 to 13.00 every day, except Monday and Friday. Entrance to the Mausoleum is free.

Kremlin and Manezhnaya Square

Here you will find the Historical Museum, the Armory Chamber and the Kremlin - this is not only a symbol of Russian statehood, but also one of the largest architectural ensembles in the world. On its territory you can see temples, ancient towers, palaces and ceremonial administration buildings.

Gorky Park

One of the most famous Moscow parks, on the territory of which you can find a lot of entertainment complexes and attractions. In winter, when the attractions stop operating, a huge outdoor skating rink is filled here. On holidays, Gorky Park invites everyone to folk festivals, various shows, concerts and discos.

Those who want to relax in a calm, peaceful atmosphere can go to Golitsyn Pond. You can rent a boat here. And near the pond there are tennis courts, playgrounds, cafes and others for adults.

Tretyakov Gallery

Speaking about Moscow, we cannot forget about such a landmark as the Tretyakov Gallery. The opening hours of this interesting establishment will be convenient even for the busiest tourists. The gallery is a huge museum complex, the history of which dates back to the mid-19th century. Within its walls are exhibits of Russian art from the 11th to the 20th centuries. The Old Russian section contains exhibitions of icon painters from the 12th to 17th centuries. Among them there are both very famous authors and anonymous ones. The works of Theophanes the Greek, Dionysius and Andrei Rublev deserve special attention. In the halls of the 18th and 19th centuries there are exhibitions that consist mainly of works by Russian masters. Here, the works of such authors as F. S. Rokotov, K. P. Bryullov and A. A. Ivanov deserve special attention. The gallery presents Russian art of the second half of the 19th century in a very diverse and comprehensive manner. Paintings by Kramskoy, Repin, Vasnetsov and Shishkin deserve special attention. The “Treasury” occupies a special place in the museum’s collection. It contains artwork made from precious materials. "Treasury" covers the period from the 12th to the 20th century. And this is not all that the Tretyakov Gallery can surprise. The complex's operating hours are: 10.00-19.30 on all days except Monday. The ticket office is open until 18.30.

Tsaritsyno

The historical architectural reserve arose during the time of Catherine II. Interesting buildings await you here: the Opera House, the Palace, the Bread House and other buildings that have recently undergone high-quality restoration.

VDNH

Another symbol for which Moscow is known is VDNKh. In the impressive space occupied by the exhibition complex, you can see dozens of pavilions. They host exhibitions dedicated to various issues of industry, science, agriculture and the social sphere. In addition to domestic developments, at VDNKh you can also find expositions of foreign specialists. Various leisure programs are regularly organized here, as well as celebrations dedicated to Russian and international holidays.

On the territory of VDNKh there are a large number of world-famous monuments. The lion's share of them appeared during the USSR. Separately, it is worth highlighting the composition entitled “Worker and Collective Farm Woman” by V. Mukhina. And not far from the main entrance there is a monument “Conquerors of Space”.

"Bunker 42"

Back in 1956, an underground building was put into operation, which was intended to protect the top officials of the USSR from a nuclear strike. “Bunker 42” is located in the very center of Moscow - on Taganka. Its depth is more than 50 meters. Today, the shelter has lost its original value and has become a place where various thematic excursions are held, one way or another touching on the 50-80s of the last century. The museum is open 24 hours a day, but tickets can be purchased from 10.00 to 20.00.

Arbat

Arbat in Moscow is one of the oldest streets, which is very popular among tourists. Following the example of Hollywood, an “alley of stars” was created on Arbat. To get to it, you just need to call the specified number and pay for your membership in the “stars”. But the main value of Arbat is its picturesque buildings, many of which were built in the 19th century. If you want to stroll along a beautiful street that will allow you to feel the spirit of old Moscow and recharge yourself with exclusively positive emotions, go to Arbat! In Moscow today there are not many streets with such energy. Paving stones, flowerpots, antique lanterns - all this enhances the effect and allows you to escape from the bustle of the metropolis.

Zoo

The main exhibition that attracts tourists to the Moscow Zoo is “Island of Animals”. On the first floor you can meet such exotic animals as the Amur tiger, the Himalayan bear and on the second floor there is an exhibition called “Exotarium”. It consists of a huge number of aquariums with exotic fish. There are also small marine animals from different parts of the planet.

“Island of Animals” is not all that can be seen at the Moscow Zoo. On its vast territory you can find many representatives of both Russian and foreign fauna: antelopes, various waterfowl, horses, polar and brown bears, cheetahs, wolves, snakes and many others. The zoo is open to guests every day except Mondays from 10.00 to 18.00. However, the ticket office is open until 17.00.

Continuing your acquaintance with the Russian capital, go to its old center - Armyansky Lane. Here you will find a museum dedicated to the city's street lighting. The building itself is a monument of Russian architecture - white stone chambers of the 17th century. And inside you will get acquainted with the history of street lighting. The exhibition presents all kinds of light sources used in one or another period of history. There are also many historical photographs of the capital in the evening. Anyone can light ancient lanterns using the control panel, or feel like a belated pedestrian on the street of the old city. In addition, the museum conducts various excursions, interactive programs and master classes for children and adults. Therefore, those who want to get acquainted with old Moscow should definitely look into the “Lights of Moscow” museum. It is open daily from 11.00 to 18.00 for individual visitors and from 9.00 to 19.00 for excursion groups.

Here everyone has the opportunity to look at the Russian capital from a bird's eye view by climbing to the observation deck, which is over 300 meters above ground level. The program for visiting the TV tower includes an excursion into the history of its construction, familiarization with the exhibition dedicated to this issue, a ride up the high-speed elevator and an overview of Moscow with a tour of the main attractions. An interactive entertainment and educational program was organized for schoolchildren, which will not only provide useful knowledge, but also allow them to have a good time. In the summer (May-October), if weather conditions permit, there is an open area for visitors, which is located at an altitude of 340 meters. The closed one, which operates all year round, is equipped a little lower - at the level of 337 meters. The Ostankino observation deck will give you an unforgettable experience and allow you to admire the huge city from a decent height. And areas with glass floors will enhance the effect. The facility is open daily from 10.00 to 21.00. Sessions start every hour.

Opera and Ballet Theatre

Continuing the conversation about where to visit in Moscow, let’s touch on the world of high art. The Bolshoi Theater has been a symbol of Moscow and all of Russia for many years. More recently, it went through another reconstruction, which lasted for six years. The best of the best actors regularly appear on the stage of the Moscow theater. Moscow is proud of its theater and invites everyone who appreciates real art to it. Therefore, if you have not yet decided where to go in Moscow, book theater tickets! Just remember that they sell out months in advance.

Poklonnaya Gora

Another attraction that definitely deserves attention. The Poklonnaya Gora Memorial Park preserves the memory of those heroes to whom we owe our lives and the world. The park has long become one of the favorite leisure spots among Muscovites and guests of the capital. They say that in ancient times travelers climbed this mountain to look at the city and bow to its greatness, hence the name. It was on this mountain that Napoleon stood in 1812, waiting for the keys to the capital city to be brought to him. Today, the memorial park houses many beautiful monuments, fountains, temples and other structures of historical and cultural value. Here you can go rollerblading and cycling, have a snack in a cafe and take part in various activities.

Walk along the Moscow River

A great end to a hard day will be a walk along the main Moscow river on a motor ship. Its deck offers wonderful views of the evening city, and you can also dine here in a pleasant atmosphere. During the day, such walks are no less interesting, as they cover many attractions. In addition, on a boat you can see as many beautiful places in a couple of hours as you won’t see in a whole day if you use a car or public transport, given the problem of traffic jams in the capital.

Historical Museum

The 39 halls of this museum present the history of Russia from its inception to the beginning of the 20th century. It all starts from the second floor, the exhibition of which is dedicated to primitive society, Ancient Rus', the development of Siberia, the fight against invaders and the unification of Russia. The third floor shows Russia during the time of Peter the Great. It touches on issues of culture, politics and economics of the then state.

During its existence, the museum has undergone a global reconstruction. Despite the preservation of historical interiors, the cultural institution fully meets modern requirements. In addition to posters and other information materials, the museum halls contain many monitors on which you can see everything that is not available in its natural form, for example, pages of books that cannot be picked up with your hands.

Conclusion

Today we figured out where to visit in Moscow so that the trip is truly memorable and leaves only positive impressions. Many, having arrived in the capital, are overwhelmed by its size and variety of interesting places. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended to draw up a clear action plan before the trip, properly distributing your time. Don’t forget to take into account the opening hours of certain cultural sites and attractions so that there are no problems later. For example, the opening hours of the Mausoleum will not suit everyone. To fully get to know the Russian capital, you need a lot of time, because even local residents sometimes get lost in the dynamically developing Moscow. Therefore, today we focused only on the main attractions that everyone should see at least once.

Beauty Moscow is an ancient and truly magnificent Russian city. Moscow, like a powerful magnet, attracts millions of tourists from all over the world who want to admire its countless cultural riches and historical attractions. In our article we will tell you where to go in Moscow to see the capital in all its splendor and touch its innermost secrets and centuries-old traditions.

1. Kremlin

The Kremlin is the first place every tourist must visit in Moscow. The ancient Moscow Kremlin, located on the banks of the Moscow River, is the main attraction of the Russian capital and the most recognizable architectural symbol of Russia. Stone walls and powerful towers, erected back in the 14th century, not only reliably protected the city, but also served as its main decoration. Today it is difficult to imagine that for five centuries the Moscow Kremlin was white stone, and only at the end of the 19th century it acquired its usual red color. The most famous of the twenty towers of the Kremlin is the Spasskaya Tower with the main Kremlin gates and the famous chimes. On the territory of the Kremlin there are many ancient Orthodox churches, including three cathedrals: Assumption, Archangel and Annunciation. One of the most interesting museums in the Kremlin is the Armory Chamber with its rich collection of grand ducal and royal treasures.

2. St. Basil's Cathedral

During a tour of Moscow, you should definitely visit the main Orthodox attraction of the city - Red Square, which rightfully ranks among the most beautiful churches in Russia. This is a real masterpiece of Russian architecture, reminiscent of a bright fairy-tale decoration: each dome of the cathedral has a unique color, and its walls are lavishly decorated with skillful paintings, semicircular kokoshniks and other decorative elements. The cathedral was erected by order of Ivan the Terrible in the middle of the 16th century in memory of the capture of Kazan. The temple received its name in honor of St. Basil, who had the gift of clairvoyance and enjoyed special respect from Ivan the Terrible. Currently, the cathedral houses a museum exhibition dedicated to the history and architecture of the temple.

The next place in Moscow where every tourist should go is Arbat. A walk along this famous pedestrian street in the center of the capital will allow you to fully experience the charm of old Moscow, as well as appreciate its modern attractions. The Golitsyns, Tolstoys, Sheremetevs and other noble noble families once lived in the ancient mansions of Arbat. Among the famous residents of Arbat was Alexander Pushkin, who lived here for several months with his wife Natalya Goncharova. In memory of this, there is a Pushkin house museum on Arbat, and opposite it there is a sculptural composition “Pushkin and Natalie”. The Vakhtangov Theater is rightfully considered one of the most famous buildings in Arbat, which is definitely worth a visit for connoisseurs of high art. In addition to historical places, on Arbat you can find many souvenir shops, shopping centers, cafes, restaurants and rather unusual entertainment venues. For example, here you can visit the Hard Rock Cafe, the Giant's House, the Museum of Optical Illusions and the Perfumery Museum. And talented artists and musicians who constantly stay on Arbat create a unique creative atmosphere here and give residents and guests of the capital a festive mood.

4. Diamond fund

One of the most interesting attractions in Moscow for tourists is the Diamond Fund, the exhibition of which is located on the territory of the Moscow Kremlin and is one of the largest and most famous collections of precious stones in the whole world. The exhibition of the Diamond Fund presents imperial regalia, masterpieces of jewelry, rare precious stones and large diamonds. Among the particularly significant exhibits are the Great Imperial Crown, the imperial scepter with the Orlov diamond, the imperial orb with a diamond belt and a large sapphire, a giant emerald and the Mephistopheles gold nugget. Getting acquainted with the collection of the Diamond Fund will not leave even the most discerning visitors indifferent.

Every lover of opera and ballet should definitely go to the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow, which deservedly enjoys the reputation of the capital’s main theater and is widely known not only in Russia, but throughout the world. Its history began in the second half of the 18th century, during the reign of Catherine II. And the modern building of the Bolshoi Theater, depicted on the hundred-ruble banknote, was built in the middle of the 19th century. Over the years, Galina Vishnevskaya, Elena Obraztsova, Maris Liepa, Maya Plisetskaya, Nikolai Tsiskaridze and other world-famous opera and ballet stars performed on the stage of the Bolshoi Theater. A few years ago, a grandiose reconstruction was completed at the Bolshoi Theater: now the interior of the building has been recreated in the spirit of the pre-revolutionary era with its inherent imperial luxury. Bolshoi Theater productions are extremely popular, so it is better to purchase tickets 2-3 months before the performance.

6. Historical Museum in Moscow

The State Historical Museum is a popular tourist place in Moscow, which will be interesting not only for history buffs. The landmark is located on Red Square and has a unique collection of exhibits demonstrating the development of the history and culture of Russia from ancient times to the present day. The museum was founded by order of Emperor Alexander II, who dreamed that every resident of the Russian state would know their history and be proud of it. The collection of valuables of the Moscow Historical Museum is so large that if you stop at each display case with exhibits, by the end of the tour you will have traveled about 3.5 kilometers. The collection includes primitive tools, jewelry, ancient coins, ancient Russian chronicles, military armor and many other artifacts. Among the most memorable exhibits are a huge boat made of solid oak from the Stone Age, Novgorod birch bark letters of the boy Onfim, the first printed book “Apostle”, the royal throne of Ivan the Terrible, a huge globe of Peter I, a letter on a walrus tusk and the luxurious saber of Napoleon Bonaparte.

7. Gostiny Dvor

The Old Gostiny Dvor, located in close proximity to Red Square, is a large trade and exhibition center and the oldest Gostiny Dvor in Moscow. Since the 16th century, the wooden building of Gostiny Dvor housed merchant shops and warehouses. During the time of Catherine II, Gostiny Dvor became the most fashionable place in Moscow: the city's aristocracy bought clothes, jewelry and interior items here. Today, the spacious premises of Gostiny Dvor serve as a venue for charity events, grand shows, fashion shows and thematic exhibitions.

8. Armory

The Armory Chamber, located on the territory of the Kremlin, rightfully belongs to one of the most interesting museums and most visited attractions in Moscow. Within its walls is stored a unique collection of valuable objects and historical relics that belonged to Russian rulers and patriarchs, thanks to which the Armory Chamber is called the “treasury of Russia.” The exhibition is based on the grand ducal state regalia, ceremonial royal clothing, military armor, a collection of gold and silver items and a luxurious collection of antique carriages. Particularly noteworthy are the amazingly beautiful Faberge eggs, the double throne for Peter I and his brother Ivan V, as well as the famous symbol of the Russian state - the Monomakh Cap.

9. Gorky Park

While on vacation in Moscow, you should definitely go to Gorky Park. Without exaggeration, it is the main park in Moscow and the first world-class park in Russia. This is not only one of the hottest entertainment spots in the capital, but also an excellent place for sports, recreation with children and cultural pastime. For lovers of active recreation, the park has sports grounds, a tennis court, a mini-football field, a skate area and a dance area. Connoisseurs of intellectual relaxation will be interested in visiting the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art and attending fascinating classes on history, literature and foreign languages ​​in the Lecture Hall. Children's playgrounds, the Green School young naturalists club, and the largest sandbox in Moscow are open for the park's youngest guests. And after dark, popular events in Gorky Park include observing the stars and planets at the observatory and film shows at the Pioneer summer open-air cinema.

10. Tretyakov Gallery

The Tretyakov Gallery is the most famous art gallery in Moscow, possessing one of the world's largest collections of Russian fine art. This cultural site is rightfully included in the list of the most visited attractions in Moscow. The gallery was founded in the mid-19th century by entrepreneur and philanthropist Pavel Mikhailovich Tretyakov, who had impeccable taste. The historical gallery building on Lavrushinsky Lane displays works from the times of Ancient Rus' to the beginning of the 20th century, and an exhibition dedicated to the art of the 20th century is housed in the building on Krymsky Val. The general collection of the museum includes more than a hundred thousand paintings. Particularly noteworthy are such masterpieces as “Trinity” by Andrei Rublev, “The Appearance of Christ to the People” by Alexander Ivanov, “Bogatyrs” by Viktor Vasnetsov, “Apotheosis of War” by Vasily Vereshchagin and “Morning in a Pine Forest” by Ivan Shishkin.

11. Moskvarium Oceanarium

If you have a lot of free time, then do not forget to go to the main aquarium of Russia in Moscow - “Moskvarium” at VDNKh. Through the glass of huge aquariums here you can watch killer whales, giant Asian fish, moray eels, octopuses and stingrays at arm's length. Children enjoy spending time at the Dolphin Swimming Center: in special pools you can swim with friendly sea creatures, accompanied by experienced trainers. Moskvarium guests will be given a lot of pleasant impressions by fascinating seminars about the underwater world, an interactive “Round the World Trip” and spectacular water shows with the participation of dolphins, walruses and sea lions.

12. Ostankino TV tower

The tallest building in Europe, the Ostankino TV Tower, rightfully belongs to the main symbols of the Russian capital. The height of the Ostankino Tower exceeds half a kilometer, so it is not surprising that its powerful television signal covers the entire vast territory of Moscow and the Moscow region. To visit the Ostankino TV tower, tickets must be purchased in advance. During the tour, you will learn interesting facts about the history of construction and architectural features of the tower, and also take a high-speed elevator to a closed observation deck located at an altitude of 337 meters (for comparison, this is the level of the 112th floor). It offers a magnificent bird's eye view, making the Ostankino TV Tower one of the most attractive places to visit in Moscow.

13. Moscow Planetarium

The Moscow Planetarium, one of the largest planetariums in the world, is deservedly considered the real pride of the capital. Its visitors will be able to feel the boundlessness of the Universe, feel the charm of the mysterious starry sky and take a virtual space journey to distant planets. The main hall of the planetarium is the Great Star Hall. Inside its giant dome, it creates the effect of a night sky dotted with bright constellations. You can witness the flight of a comet, a lunar eclipse and other astronomical phenomena. In the Urania Museum you will see a collection of meteorites, relief globes of the Earth, Venus and Mars, as well as a grandiose model of the Solar System. From May to September, there is a Large Observatory on the roof of the planetarium, where with the help of a powerful telescope you can see the neighboring galaxy, distant planets and globular star clusters.

14. Bunker-42 on Taganka

Bunker 42 on Taganka, which goes more than 60 meters deep into the earth, was once a classified facility of the Soviet Union, and today has become a popular attraction in Moscow. In this secret bunker, which has about 20 underground floors, the Soviet leadership planned to hide from an atomic explosion at the height of the Cold War. The construction of the bomb shelter was entrusted to the designers of the Moscow metro, who coped with the task perfectly. The strong walls of the bunker reliably protected against ground attacks, secret technical facilities could, if necessary, deliver a retaliatory nuclear strike, and food supplies stored in underground pantries could last for several months. The bunker building hosts many thematic excursions, which will certainly be of interest to history buffs of the Soviet period.

15. Nikulin Circus on Tsvetnoy Boulevard

The most famous circus in Russia was founded in Moscow in the second half of the 19th century by the hereditary circus artist Albert Salamonsky. During the Soviet Union, the stars of the circus on Tsvetnoy Boulevard were Oleg Popov, Mikhail Rumyantsev (known under the pseudonym “Pencil”) and the famous Soviet actor Yuri Nikulin, whose name the circus bears to this day. The show programs of the Nikulin Circus are always interesting and varied: acrobats, tightrope walkers, aerialists, illusionists, jugglers and, of course, domestic and exotic animals perform in its arena, demonstrating real miracles of dexterity and intelligence. This is one of the best places in Moscow where you can go with the whole family.

16. Moscow Zoo

Another great attraction in Moscow for a family holiday is the Moscow Zoo, which is known as one of the oldest zoos in Europe and is famous for its rich, long-standing traditions. For more than a century and a half, the Moscow Zoo has been delighting its visitors with a variety of exotic animals living outside its walls. The territory of the zoo is divided into many thematic exhibitions: “Cats of the Tropics”, “Spectacled Bears and Sloth Bears”, “Giraffe House”, “Birds of Prey Rock”, “Elephant House”, “Birds and Butterflies” and many others. Little guests of the zoo have a great time watching mischievous capuchins cheerfully jumping from branch to branch, and watching funny penguins, one by one, sliding down an icy mountain into the water.

17. Sparrow Hills

The legendary Sparrow Hills are one of the best places in Moscow for walking. Happy newlyweds come here on their wedding day, artists look here for subjects for their future paintings, and the great Russian writer Anton Pavlovich Chekhov said that everyone who wants to know Russia should see Moscow from here. You can start a walk through the picturesque territory of the Sparrow Hills from the famous high-rise building of Moscow State University, then go to the observation deck and enjoy the wonderful panorama of the capital. In summer, on the territory of the Vorobyovy Gory there are ecological trails perfect for leisurely walks, and in winter, lovers of active recreation and skiing gather on the snow-covered slope.

The picturesque palace and park ensemble “Tsaritsyno” is one of the most beautiful sights in Moscow. The history of the estate began in the 17th century - then it belonged to wealthy Moscow princes. In the second half of the 18th century, Empress Catherine II bought the estate and established a luxurious imperial residence here, which included several palace buildings and a beautiful park. Today, guests of Tsaritsyn can take a fascinating tour of the palace halls and park alleys, as well as visit an art exhibition or a music concert, which has long become a good tradition here. A photo session in historical costumes against the backdrop of the luxurious interiors of the royal palace is very popular among visitors.

Now you know where to go in Moscow, but keep in mind: the listed attractions are only a small part of all the interesting things.

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