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Moskow

Moscow is the financial and political center of Russia and its biggest сity.

Moscow is a huge city located on the Moskva River, which bends its way through the city. Most of the main sites are on the northern bank of the river.

Central Moscow is best explored on foot, but as the distances are huge,
the visitor will most likely use the famous Metro system. It is comprehensive, boasts some great architecture, and is relatively cheap.

Main Moscow sites and places to visit.

Red Square – the heart of Moscow and the first destination of most visitors to the city. Surrounded by St. Basil's Cathedral, the State History Museum, Lenin's Mausoleum and one of the Kremlin's long brick walls.

The Kremlin – this gigantic site can not be missed. The Diamond collection in the Armoury is worth a visit on its own. There are several stunning churches that warrant a visit. Choose one or two to go inside, then enjoy the rest from the gardens.

Old Arbat Street – Walk down this kitschy street full of souvenir vendors, tourist cafes, lousy restaurants, artists, etc. The prices of the souvenirs vary from reasonable to ripoff. Many of the vendors offer a very high higher price, but can be talked down if you speak Russian.

Vorobyovy Gory – The best place for a view of Moscow from the ground. Near the main Moscow State University building, there is a popular lookout point where one can see much of the city on clear days.

Moscow can be an overwhelming experience for visitors - there's just so much to see in this vast and vibrant city, from the truly sublime to the ever-so-slightly ridiculous. Follow our Moscow travel guide to find the essential sites in Russia's capital.