Riding a motor ship in Moscow is one of the most popular pastimes among Muscovites and guests of the capital. Fresh river wind, constantly changing views around, running water under the side of the boat - everything is conducive to relaxation and good mood. Pleasure shipping companies offer numerous routes, including those outside the capital. Riding on a motor ship (Moskva River) begins as soon as navigation opens, and ends with its end. There is no specific schedule - it all depends on weather conditions. For tourists, water recreation is especially attractive, because the city is easy and simple to explore: you look from the deck without bothering your feet. On some ships you can have a hearty meal in the buffet. Probably the most popular route - from the Kiev railway station to the Novospassky monastery at the Proletarskaya metro station. It belongs to the Capital Shipping Company. This is the oldest enterprise in Moscow.
Capital Shipping Company
The company has been riding Muscovites and guests of the capital on a motor ship in Moscow since 1933. Until today, the company is engaged in river walks and tourism and is a recognized leader in the industry. In the arsenal of the enterprise are corporate cruises, entertainment routes, walks to recreation areas with a landing on the shore, educational excursions, holidays in floating restaurants. The capital shipping company has 55 different vessels, including double-deck motor ships, single-deck ships and hydrofoil river boats. Mostly transport has a slight draft, so the routes run within the drainage channel.
Top Routes
Boating in Moscow from the Kiev railway station is the most popular route. In addition, a boat trip, coupled with a walking tour around the Golden Bridge, is very popular, especially among tourists. The route begins at the Luzhkov bridge, the ship passes the monument to Peter I, the Kremlin, Novospassky bridge and again returns to the beginning of the journey. Another popular excursion begins at the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve. There, tourists board a ship that goes to the Nikolo-Ugreshsky Monastery, where a walking tour takes place. On board the ship, tourists receive hot meals. Riding a motor ship in Moscow from the River Station offers a boat trip along the Pestovsky reservoir. Routes are carried out several times a day, regardless of weekdays, weekends and holidays.
VIP-walk along the Moscow River
The most comfortable trip can be made on a yacht of the company "Radisson Royal". The route starts from the Raddisson Royal Moscow Hotel (formerly Ukraine Hotel) at the Kiev Station, and ends at the skyscraper on Kotelnicheskaya Embankment. No stops are expected, but you will be offered a good table. The deck has panoramic glazing, and tourists can enjoy the views of the capital in any weather. The most spectacular trip on a yacht at sunset, when Moscow lights up the night lights. The Radisson Royal also offers motor boat rides in Moscow from Gorky Park. The kitchen on the ship is excellent, in addition, you will be offered an audio guide. Meals are not included in the ticket. Children under 5 years old ride a yacht for free.
River boat trips
Country trips on river vessels are most demanded by Muscovites, but guests of the capital often choose these trips, because you can not only admire the picturesque pictures of nature, but also see the sights that are rich in the suburbs. The hydrofoil “Rocket” (half an hour) or pleasure boats “Moscow” (an hour and a half) predominantly go outside the city. The route begins at the Northern River Station, walks pass through the reservoir. Once a day, a long journey takes place with a landing on the shore in the Bay of Joy for sunbathing and swimming (4 and a half hours). There is a beautiful sandy beach, pine forest and magnificent lawns. Sports facilities, barbecue facilities and tents are equipped on the shore.
Traditions and new trends of water recreation
Riding a motor ship in Moscow can take place not only as a little entertainment in your free time. For example, from Soviet times there is a tradition to celebrate the last bell on the water. Other trends have brought new times: corporate evenings on motor ships, weddings and anniversaries in floating restaurants, trips out of town on water for entertainment events and much more. In addition, a water taxi has recently started to run along the river, which helps to overcome the eternal Moscow traffic jams. This is somewhat more expensive than regular ground movement, but if the destination is located somewhere near the coast, then you will get there quickly. It is also planned a route from the city of Lytkarino near Moscow to the Maryino metro station on hovercraft that will run all year round.