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Moscow Cruises

Dominated by the monuments of Red Square and the Kremlin, Moscow is the seat of Russia’s business and political power. It’s a city filled with grandeur, from the opulent design of St Basil’s Cathedral to the solemn ambience of Lenin’s Mausoleum. History fanatics, art and architecture fans, and anyone who enjoys the buzz of a modern city will all enjoy a visit to Moscow. Shop for handmade souvenirs or designer goods, tour the Bolshoi Theatre, and dine on traditional blini and borscht. The city’s surprisingly green, ringed with well-kept parks and pathways where you can get away from it all.

What You Need To Know About Moscow

How to reach Moscow from the cruise terminal?

The cruise terminal is located near the Rechnoy Vokzal Metro Station, which is the end of the Green Line. You can take this all the way to Revolution Square, which is about a 30-minute journey. The system is straightforward and easy to use, although it helps to look up the Cyrillic alphabet before you head underground! Another option is to hire a taxi from the terminal straight to the tourist sites of your choice. The Metro is generally a great way to get around the city once you’re in the centre, as Moscow is too big to navigate on foot.

What are the can’t-miss sights in Moscow?

If you only have time for one destination, make it Red Square. This has been the central gathering place for Muscovites for centuries, the site where military rallies were held, and tsars were crowned. The Kremlin sits on one side and St Basil’s Cathedral on the other, making it essentially a one-stop shop for Moscow’s biggest attractions! The Kremlin is too big to see in just one day, with multiple churches and museums housed in this sprawling complex. See Catherine the Great’s robes at the Kremlin Armory, or the crown jewels at the Diamond Fund. Vladimir Lenin’s Tomb is also a must-see in the area.

Typical food and restaurants in Moscow?

Moscow is a cosmopolitan city, so along with the traditional Russian cuisine you’ll find inventive modern fare and international favourites from French bistros to Japanese sushi restaurants. Don’t miss the chance to try caviar and champagne, or piroshky washed down with vodka. Within Red Square, you have the option of dining at the GUM department store café, which is a great place for people watching. Arkady Novikov is one of the city’s biggest names in the restaurant industry, with over 50 eateries including the trendy Chips lounge and Yolki-Palki buffet. Don’t miss traditional options like stroganoff and blini, which are quite comforting on colder days.

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St Basil’s Cathedral is one of Moscow’s most iconic landmarks, with its bulbous onion domes looming over the square. It was constructed during Ivan the Terrible’s reign in the 1500s, and although its exterior is truly impressive you should also venture inside. Rather than the usual large expanse, the church’s interior is made up of multiple smaller rooms and winding corridors. If you’re a ballet fan, a night out at the Bolshoi Theatre is a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience! Check with your cruise ship concierge to try and get tickets in advance, or book through the theatre’s own website. Whether or not you attend a performance here, you can gaze at the building’s stunning architecture with its ornate carvings and golden flourishes. Moscow residents go mad for designer shops, which you’ll find in the iconic GUM department store. Are you on the hunt for more traditional types of souvenirs? Walk along Old Arbat to find T-shirts, nesting dolls and other standard items, or opt for Tverskaya Street for unique finds. For something a bit different, why not attend a folk music performance during your time in Moscow? Watch dancers or musicians play traditional instruments like balalaikas to bring old ballads to life, and pick up a CD as a souvenir.