THE 10 BEST Hidden Gem Activities in Moscow
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- RussicumMoscow, Russia2,353 contributionsWell … when we went to biology museum and we visited to cathedral. It’s wonderful building definitely.
We can thoughtfully walk on the shadow territory. Only like always inside work angry staff female. Disposable …Written December 11, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Samriti Goel SaranMoscow, Russia41 contributionsIt was a group tour of women assisted by an English speaking guide. Beautiful rooms with beautiful art, culture & lifestyle showcasing the 18the century Russian elite. Weather was comfortable cool (soon going to be cold). Best time to visit is summers (May to August). No electricity is established, so as to maintain its original form. It was the Summer or Party palace (not the residence) of Count Pyotr Sheremetyov. Was Used for hosting grand receptions for diplomats and parties for elite. Has a lovely & big pond. Beautiful gardens and sculptures. Silk wallpaper, woven tapestries & 18th century chinaware are absolutely fascinating. Closes during winters.
P.S.- English speaking guide definitely improves the whole experience!Written September 27, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MLgreyMoscow, Russia2,226 contributionsThis year, for the first time, the capital of Russia, Moscow, hosted a large-scale celebration of the Lunar New Year, the symbol of which was the dragon. Many central streets were beautifully decorated, master classes were held, various goods were sold, citizens and guests of the country, tourists could try various Chinese dishes. The "Apothecary Garden" of the oldest Botanical Garden in Russia, founded by Tsar Peter I in 1708, also participated in this holiday. One of the garden's greenhouses was decorated for the holiday with symbols of the Chinese New Year, illumination, red lanterns, an image of a dragon, and in combination with marvelous plants it looked incredibly festive and beautiful.Written February 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Artfull69Windsor, UK129 contributionsIsmailosky market is a great place for visitors to Moscow. A mix of old and new souvenirs which is worth a visit even if you don’t buy much.Written January 18, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Joni HSingapore, Singapore1,801 contributions13 century Orthodox Church buildings..rather run down n some structures have started restoration works. There is still a small chapel that is still functioning..Written September 29, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DAVID UMurmansk Oblast, Russia121 contributionsI am writing a children's book about a blind girl, and in a master class the other day one of the participants said I should visit here. I went yesterday afternoon and there were 3 of us taken through the different sections by our blind guide, Maxim. He was excellent, explained everything, constantly orienting and providing reasssurance as we moved around in such a totally alien environment using our other enhanced 4 senses. I don't want to give any spoilers about what the tour consists of, but recommend you to experience it for yourself. It certainly aided me with my research for the story. It's not cheap. 1490r for an adult, and 1290r for a child, but I thought it was worth it. This is situated on the top floor of the Riviera shopping centre, and on this floor there are a host of other activities to do too, such as Just-up trampoline park.Written March 30, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jbg74Saint Paul, MN1,098 contributionsThis is an excellent museum on Jewish history in the Russian empire. There is a small section on WWII and the Holocaust, but most of the museum is about other parts of the Russian Jewish experience, many of which were equally tragic.Written August 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Alexander_KudrinSamara, Russia13,701 contributionsAnother interesting place in spring Moscow is the Lilac Garden.
It is located between the Cherkizovskaya and Shchelkovskaya metro stations along the Shchelkovskoye Highway.
About 60 varieties of lilacs are planted here, most of which were grown by the remarkable Russian breeder Leonid Alekseevich Kolesnikov. It is he who is the author of the famous variety "Beauty of Moscow", which is considered the most beautiful lilac in the world.
The park is very well maintained, there are many comfortable benches, and in the center there is a small square with a fountain.
In early June, when the lilac begins to bloom, the air is saturated with amazing aromas.
Then the baton is taken over by irises and peonies. In general, this is a wonderful place for walking, both adults and children.Written June 15, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Takarasina2,279 contributionsI visited it in February. Alone. On a working day. At about lunch time.
Loved it! Really recommended but please avoid weekends and public holidays since the place is pretty small so even a modest group can completely ruin your privacy.
Otherwise, I think you'll like it, especially if you're interested in Russian folklore.
Parking is not a big challenge there because it's pretty expensive. Nevertheless, do observe rules and fares - Moscow parking wardens are one of the most technologically advanced in the world. I mean it!Written March 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Takarasina2,279 contributionsSo, I visited it with my wife in mid-July, on a calm, beautiful weekday. A free parking in front of it is spacious, thought it might be crowded there on so-called Twelve Great Orthodox Feasts.
The Transfiguration Cathedral, i.e., the main one, undergoes a major overhaul though entrance there is allowed. My feeling was that it's gonna be completed pretty soon since all five domes, one golden and four blue with golden stars, looked dazzlingly new and the scaffolding was being slowly removed.
Upon stepping in, we witnessed a mass. A priest was droning on some sermons, scarce parishioners, mostly women, crossed and bowed endlessly in semi-darkness.
We left. Why should idlers pry into other people's privacy?
The territory of the monastery is not spotless, but is still rather well-maintained. There's a small religious goods store on the ground floor, a couple of benches outside, a monument to the first and the last Romanovs, memorial crosses.
The atmosphere was tranquil, solemn and pious.
Recommended for a non-intrusive visit.Written September 11, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Richard CTokyo Prefecture, Japan44 contributionsRent bike or skis. Beautiful walks. Play football. Really well maintained park with good facilities for kids. Nice lake to sit by in summer.Written March 1, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tony_AstMonaco67 contributionsThis museum holds a decent collection of Russian impressionist art and is conviniently located just off Leningradskoe highway with quite easy car and subway access. If You like impressionist art - it's a place to visit, while in Moscow!Written August 1, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- geelongexpatMelbourne, Australia1,248 contributionsI didn’t explore inside but saw it from the outside. There are websites saying that entry is free. This is outdated. The entrance fee for foreigners is 450 rubles. It also costs money for Russians.Written March 1, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Takarasina2,279 contributionsThere are several excellent parks in Moscow and Kolomenskoye is one of them. This city has dramatically changed for the better in the course of last ten-fifteen years and this wooden palace is a vivid example of such improvements. Built from scratch in 2010 it is often criticized by Muscovites as a poor replica of a disappeared chef-d'œuvre but for foreigners it's really something to admire.
We visited it right after covid restrictions had been eased in Moscow, in the second half of January. The building looks as if it came from a Russian fairy-tale - opulent and intricate from the outside but rather simple and practical inside. This is really how our tzars lived in the times passed. They preferred structures made of wood and not of stones or boulders or even bricks, like in the West - Russian winters used to be long and cold.
Due to covid, tickets still had to be first reserved electronically, through their official site and then, upon arrival, exchanged for hard copies. Ladies working there were nice, friendly and ready-to-help (doubt if they speak English though).
There's also a spacious and comfortably placed parking right nearby, only a five minutes' walk to the complex.
Naturally, one might prefer to visit the place in summer, to walk in the park as well, but believe me - it's also great in winter, especially on a sunny day. Entrance fee is ridiculous - just RUR 400 (ca. USD 9).
Don't miss a kiosk nearby selling excellent Russian drinks, pryanik cakes (made of flour, honey, berries in syrup, sweetened condensed milk, etc.) and other small things.
Recommended!Written January 30, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SlotinshOslo, Norway243 contributionsExcellent place to spend time and see art. Multiple levels and multiple artists at the same time, not that crowded regarding art placement and people. Museum is in nice area so walk afterwards gives extra experience.Written January 8, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.