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Moscow Magic

maha Alanazi

25 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the heart of Russia's capital, Moscow. Discover ancient marvels, immerse in rich history, and explore iconic landmarks. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

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Day 1Legends of the Past: Novodevichy Cemetery, Convent, and Archangel Cathedral

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$60

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$ 3

Novodevichy Cemetery

Prominent 19th-century burial ground including the graves of Chekhov, Prokofiev & Khrushchev.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

4 - 5 min

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Novodevichy Convent

Riverside 1520s monastery known for its fresco-lined 5-domed cathedral & ornate soaring bell tower.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

16 - 20 min

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Cathedral of the Archangel

Early-1500s Russian Orthodox church & necropolis for tsars' tombs, with richly painted interior.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Day 2Unleash Your Inner Child: Gorky Park and the Enchanting Armoury Chamber

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$50

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$ 3

Gorky Central Park of Culture and Leisure

Park with an 18th-century garden, dining & an open-air theater, plus contemporary art & an ice rink.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Armoury Chamber

Armory museum in a Kremlin-style building with exhibits ranging from weapons to jewellery.

11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

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$50

Day 3Royal Retreats and Divine Wonders: Tsaritsyno, Kolomenskoye, and Christ the Saviour Cathedral

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$60

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$ 6

Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve

Huge, lavish 18th-century royal palace with formal gardens, plus museum of fine arts & antiquities.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$20

18 - 22 min

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Kolomenskoye

Architecture from different eras in an open-air museum on former royal estate, with tours & events.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$15

24 - 29 min

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Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

Gleaming domes top this Orthodox edifice, rebuilt in the 1990s, with ornate, fresco-lined interior.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$25

Day 4Artistic Treasures and Architectural Marvels: The State Tretyakov Gallery and All-Russian Exhibition Center

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$50

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$ 3

The State Tretyakov Gallery

Art museum with a collection of over 180,000 Russian works spanning multiple centuries.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$40

37 - 45 min

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All-Russian Exhibition Center

High profile exhibition, fair & congress center opened in 1939 with halls for up to 500 people

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

Day 5Artistic Oasis and Serene Gardens: Muzeon Park of Arts and Alexander Garden

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$0

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$ 3

Muzeon Park of Arts

Sculpture park with monuments from the Soviet era depicting leaders & laborers, plus modern works.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Alexander Garden

Park with lawns, summer blooms & several monuments including one to Marshal Georgy Zhukov.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Cosmic Adventures and Historic Gems: Museum of Cosmonautics, Zaryadye Park, and the Moscow Kremlin

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$80

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$ 3

Museum of Cosmonautics

Extensive space museum within a titanium monument honoring the launch of Sputnik 1 & the space age.

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$30

25 - 30 min

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Zaryadye Park

Huge urban park featuring a floating bridge with Kremlin views, plus multiple amphitheaters.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

20 - 30 min

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The Moscow Kremlin

Immense, fortified compound of churches & palaces, with museums of Russian state regalia & art.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$50

Budget breakdown: $319 In total

Activities & Food:$300

Transport:$19