Moscow is a living museum to a millennium of political, religious and cultural history.
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 virtual guide to find the essential sites in Russia's capital.
The Kremlin
Russia's historical and political centre combines sumptuous architecture with a fascinating history that spans nearly nine centuries of religious and secular power.›››
Red Square
One of the most famous addresses in the world, Red Square is traditionally the first stop for visitors to Moscow, and it certainly lives up to expectations.›››
Orthodox Moscow
Moscow was a vital religious centre for over 400 years, and the city's religious architecture is some of the richest and most varied in the world.›››
Museums and Galleries
Moscow's wealth of museums ranges from the amateur to the imperious, from world-famous collections to freakish curiosities.›››
Parks
Moscow has over 100 parks and gardens, with attractions ranging from medieval churches to funfair rides. Wherever you are in Moscow, there's an alluring green area not far away.›››
Famous Streets
Moscow has majestic thoroughfares, leafy boulevards and a warren of ancient side streets. Use our guide to find your way on foot to the treasures of the Russian capital.›››