The city of Moscow is a place that is rightfully considered the most visited by tourists. Every year, a huge number of travelers from all over the world flock to this metropolis. And this is despite the fact that Moscow is one of the most expensive cities on our planet. Of course, the days spent in the capital of Russia will certainly be remembered for the rest of my life. After all, it is an outstanding and beautiful city, in which there are many interesting sights, architectural monuments, historical corners, beautiful parks and simply picturesque streets. Each tourist can be sure that they will have a great time allotted for travel, because the city offers a large selection of different options that can satisfy the needs of any guest.
So you are in the capital
No matter where walks in Moscow begin, tourists tend to visit the historic center of the city. Here you can wander around the Kremlin and Red Square. This is the most popular place for tourists, where there is always a large number of people. For a quick, but at the same time thoughtful inspection of these sights, you will need to take at least a couple of hours. From Red Square, you can walk to Manezhnaya, visiting the nearby Alexander Park, and walk to the Bolshoi Theater.
During this walk in Moscow you can take beautiful photographs of St. Basil’s Cathedral and the Spasskaya Tower, admire the cathedrals and churches, historical buildings in which the museums are located. And if you're lucky, visit the Mausoleum. Museum lovers should keep in mind that at least two hours should be allowed to visit each of them.
One of the options for the first day's route will be a visit to the Moscow City complex. This is the place where the capital will appear before the tourist in all its glory of the modern metropolis, creating a sharp contrast with its historical center. Photos of Moscow skyscrapers will subsequently also bring back memories of the city. And if you go up to one of the observation platforms located here, then the capital will appear before the gaze of a tourist in all its glory. Especially impressive are the night lights of houses, streets and squares.
And if you examine the main attractions of Moscow you need in just one day? Then it is recommended to use the services of a professional guide. In this case, you can begin acquaintance with the capital of Russia with a sightseeing tour lasting 3-4 hours. After this, it is advisable to drive around selected places away from the main streets by car.
Second day of stay
What to do next in Moscow? On the second day of your stay in the capital, you can visit a couple of museums, choosing them at your discretion, as well as enjoy a walk through the oldest botanical garden in Russia. Children will be delighted with animals at the zoo. And if the weather is not comfortable enough, then Moskvarium is always waiting for guests. A huge number of exotic marine animals and fish are located in its building, which will cause interest not only among children, but also among adult visitors.
The entertainment program is perfectly complemented by one of the Moscow amusement parks. They are located in many shopping centers. An unforgettable experience will give its guests the Moscow water park.
What to do on the third day?
Those who decided to stay a bit in the capital have the opportunity to visit not only the most popular, but also outstanding places. What, then, does Moscow offer? Interesting places to go to will be especially important for each tourist. It is better to arrange them by location or think over one or another topic.
So, a classic stay on the first day is a visit to the center of the capital and its two or three museums. The next day - rest away from the noise of city streets. For this, manor parks, for example, Izmailovsky or Kolomensky, are the best suited. Along the way, take time to culinary tourism, shopping and visiting the evening observation deck. 3 days in Moscow will allow you to get to one of the target places of the metropolis. For some tourists it will be Moscow City or VDNH, and for others it will be a viewing of a performance at the Bolshoi Theater or a performance at RAMT. Third travelers will prefer a huge bookstore, a park with extreme entertainment, a nightclub, some kind of exhibition venue or a visit to a particular cultural event.
So, the question "What to do in Moscow?" tourists are not worth it. The choice of interesting places in the capital is very wide. It is clearly not limited to the list presented above. Consider some of the most popular tourist destinations in more detail.
Architectural Attractions
One of the directions of tourist routes, allowing to resolve the issue with what to do in Moscow, is an overview of its temples and estates. Of great interest to travelers is the inspection of monumental Soviet architecture. All these are the main attractions of Moscow, which are a kind of lighthouses of the era and reminiscent of the landmark events in the history of the country. In the list of such facilities:
- The Red Square.
- Kremlin.
- Novodevichy Convent.
- Ascension Church.
All these architectural monuments are on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Moscow is also struck by its grandiose buildings and structures built in Soviet times. It:
- Government House;
- VDNH complex;
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs;
- Moscow State University;
- half ring of central squares;
- Ostankino television tower and many other objects.
One day can be devoted to the study of Zamoskvorechye with its churches and temples, memorial houses of writers and museums. Offers other Moscow interesting places. Where to go to get acquainted with the architectural heritage of the capital? A walk along the Arbat is perfect. This is one of the oldest streets in Moscow, each house of which is a landmark with a unique history. Tourists are also interested in the Osterman Kuskovo estate with museums open on its territory.
There are modern attractions in the capital. One of them is the area of Europe. On its territory is a large-scale cultural composition, decorated with original lighting.
Monuments of the capital
What should tourists do in Moscow? Many travelers include in their route an overview of the monuments located in city squares and streets. These structures capture the history of the country and the important stages of its development.
Monuments began to be installed in Russia from the Middle Ages to perpetuate this or that event. Such structures were churches and cathedrals, small chapels, etc. For example, the Novodevichy Convent was founded in honor of the capture of the city of Smolensk in 1514. The era of Peter the Great put forward new priorities for monumental art. During this period, arches were built. So, the first triumphal gate in Moscow appeared in 1696 in honor of the capture of Azov.
And only in the 17th century did sculptural monuments appear. The first of them was erected in Moscow in honor of its liberation in the Time of Troubles and the events of 1612. This is a famous monument to Minin and Pozharsky. It adorns Red Square since 1818.
The second Moscow monument was a bust of M. Lomonosov. They installed it in 1877 on Mokhovaya Street, in front of the University Audit Building.
The third Moscow monument was erected in honor of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. Today, this monument can be seen on Pushkin Square in the capital. One of the oldest Moscow monuments is located on the street. Ilyinke. It was erected in 1887 in honor of the victorious soldiers who liberated the Bulgarians from the yoke of the Turks. The last monument before the revolution of 1917 was erected in honor of the centenary of the Romanov dynasty.
Monuments were erected during the Soviet era. The first monument, installed after the October Revolution, was called "Fallen in the struggle for peace and the brotherhood of peoples." Installed it on the Senate Tower. Under this memorial sign, participants in the battles that took place on the streets of Moscow in 1917 were buried. Somewhat later, this place became a government necropolis with the Lenin mausoleum in front of it.
During the years of Soviet power in the capital of the USSR, many monuments appeared dedicated to the heroes of the revolution, war, labor, international figures, as well as various significant events.
A large number of monuments and sculptural compositions appeared in Moscow after the 90s of the last century. Among them, a monument to Peter I. It was erected in 1997 on an artificial island specially created for this purpose in the place of the arrow of the Vodootvodny Canal and the Moscow River. The height of this monument is 98 meters. Such dimensions make it one of the highest in Russia and one of the most impressive in the world.
In 2005, the unveiling of the monument to Alexander the Second took place. It can be seen near the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. Fans of Vladimir Vysotsky must visit the Strastnaya Boulevard of Moscow. Here, back in 1995, a monument was erected to the great actor, musician and poet.
Among the numerous monuments and sculptural compositions of the capital of tourists, the sign “Zero kilometer” is especially attractive. It can be seen if you go to Red Square from Manezhnaya. Guests of the city seek this place to make their wishes here by throwing a coin over their shoulder.
The green zone of the capital
When developing a tourist program, you should not deprive Moscow parks and squares of attention. This is a great place for walking, where there is something to admire and what to see on weekdays and weekends, as well as at any time of the year.
One of the places of rest is Poklonnaya Gora. It is located in the Victory complex. At the end of the 60s of the last century, a park was laid out on Poklonnaya Hill, which is a popular place for walks and walks. On holidays, you can become a spectator of various cultural events. In the evening hours the park evokes a romantic mood , which is supported by an interesting highlight of fountains.
A small but very cozy green corner of the capital is the Catherine Garden. It is located near the Prospekt Mira metro station. This garden is an ideal place for walking with children.
Attractive for tourists and the Sparrow Hills. This wonderful place to relax is located on one of the seven hills on which Moscow was once erected. In the middle of the last century, near the Sparrow Hills built an observation deck. From its height you can see almost half of the capital. The Vorobyovy Gory is located near the station. metro "Frunzenskaya".
One of the most visited in the capital is Moscow Gorky Park. It starts from the triumphal gate and occupies one hundred hectares. In this park you can take a walk with the whole family, bringing a lot of fun to children and yourself. On the territory of this green zone there are sports and dance floors, as well as skating rinks. In summer, you can rent a boat here.
One of the most floral places is the Moscow Sokolniki park. On its territory there is a huge number of flower beds. There is a Sports Palace, there are many playgrounds and cafes.
Tourists are also waiting for Neskuchny Sad and Bolotnaya Square, Izmailovsky and Krasnopresnensky parks, Patriarch's Ponds and many other green corners of the capital.
Embankments of Moscow
The capital of Russia has always been famous for its historical grandeur and beauty. That is why numerous tourists from all over the world come here.
Travelers seek to visit the most beautiful places, including the embankments of the city of Moscow. Exploring them is a wonderful choice for family and romantic walks, as well as for finding new experiences. Embankments are bright attractions of the city that speak about its life, culture and history. And they do it no worse than museums and galleries.
The embankments of Moscow have not only a picturesque view, but also a rich history. For example, Berezhkovskaya. It was opened in the 16th century, and began to be actively built up in the 19th. But the most remarkable for tourists is the Kremlin Embankment. It offers a magnificent view of the main attraction of the capital - the Kremlin.
What can be offered to children?
Classic routes designed for schoolchildren are not much different from those designed for adults. This is a visit to Red Square, the Kremlin museums and the Alexander Park. Next is a diverse cultural and entertainment program.
Children will be interested in visiting the Darwin Museum of Zoology , Fairytale House and the Ice Museum. A visit to the theater should also be included in the cultural program. Younger students are happy to watch the play at the Youth Theater or the Puppet Theater. In older children, classical productions will be of interest.
Waiting for children and the Moscow planetarium. This is a scientific complex, where a star map is located on the largest screen-dome in Europe; students of all ages will certainly like it.
Visiting the capital's shops
Shopping in Moscow in its quantitative and qualitative characteristics is in no way inferior to European. In the capital of Russia there are more than two hundred shopping centers and large stores in which you can find goods for every taste and at any price - from super-luxury to completely democratic. You can buy in Moscow almost everything that is presented on world markets. That is why stores have large areas where it is easy to get lost. With the lack of time that exists among the guests of the capital, they are recommended to visit the most famous shopping centers.
The first on this list are GUM and TSUM. These stores are known to all. For more than a hundred years, they are the most fashionable places for shopping in Moscow.
Having visited the first line of GUM, you can see boutiques of luxury brands. Products at more affordable prices are higher. This is the second and third lines. Grocery store No. 1 located in the GUM department store also offers food.
The products of more than 400 international brands are offered to its customers by TSUM. In this store you can buy trending items, which are also in Western Europe.
Not far from GUM is Okhotny Ryad. This is an underground complex, where you can also find many of the most famous world brands.
Petrovsky Passage is waiting for its visitors. It is located in the very center of Moscow. This shopping center has a through passage from Petrovka Street to Neglinnaya. Petrovsky Passage is not just a shopping center. Its building is considered an architectural monument of regional importance. In this store, which is located near the GUM and TsUM, you can buy household appliances and computers, clothes and shoes, goods for children and photography accessories.
For tourists interested in budget shopping, the markets of Moscow work. The largest of them:
- "Gardener".
- "Slavic world".
- "Prague".
- "Savelovsky."
- "Lublin."
Rest after a busy day
What to do in the evening in Moscow? In order to determine the route, use the media. There you can find a huge list of exhibitions, concerts and shows. Choose any event from this huge list and visit it.
Pay attention to the recently refurbished Bolshoi Theater. The world's best troupes play on its stage. If you are not interested in mass events, then you can just walk along the New Arbat or the evening streets of the capital and see Moscow from a completely different perspective.