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Moscow in 5 Days: Parks, Cathedrals, and Cultural Marvels

Yousef Albather

3 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Moscow, Russia's vibrant capital. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Sokolniki Park and Zaryadye Park. Marvel at the grandeur of the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and unwind at Gorky Central Park of Culture and Leisure. Discover the historical treasures of The Moscow Kremlin and encounter fascinating wildlife at Moscow Zoo. Explore the architectural wonders of Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve and Kolomenskoye. Finally, delve into the artistic realm of The State Tretyakov Gallery and Muzeon Park of Arts. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

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Day 1Parks Galore - Sokolniki Park & Zaryadye Park

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$0

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$ 4

The Carlton, Moscow

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Sokolniki Park

Park created by Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich & featuring wildlife, camping, dining & amusement rides.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Zaryadye Park

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Divine Splendor - Cathedral of Christ the Saviour & Gorky Central Park

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$13

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$ 4

The Carlton, Moscow

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 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.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

10 - 12 min

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Gorky Central Park of Culture and Leisure

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Majestic Heritage - The Moscow Kremlin & Moscow Zoo

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$38

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$ 3

The Carlton, Moscow

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 27 min

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The Moscow Kremlin

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

11 - 14 min

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Moscow Zoo

Conservation & educational institute with 8,000 animals including gorillas, polar bears & elephants.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 4Architectural Gems - Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve & Kolomenskoye

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$18

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$ 4

The Carlton, Moscow

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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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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$10

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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$8

Day 5Artistic Delights - The State Tretyakov Gallery & Muzeon Park of Arts

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$20

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$ 4

The Carlton, Moscow

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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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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$20

12 - 15 min

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Muzeon Park of Arts

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

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $106 In total

Activities & Food:$88

Transport:$19