Mayakovskaya, opened in 1938, is one of the most celebrated architectural stations of the Moscow Metro. Slender columns, stainless steel, stone and Alexander Deyneka’s ceiling mosaics turn the platform into an architectural landmark rather than merely a transport stop.
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It is easy to include in a normal central-city journey: step off, look carefully at the mosaics and continue along Tverskaya Street. Avoid blocking passenger flow during rush hour and choose a quieter period when possible.
Mayakovskaya station on the Zamoskvoretskaya Line. Entrances are around Triumfalnaya Square and Tverskaya Street.
A few more Moscow attractions with a similar kind of visit.
One of Moscow’s defining theatrical landmarks and a major architectural focus of Theatre Square. Even without attending a performance, the building is an important part of the historic centre, while the illuminated square is especially attractive on an evening walk after Red Square and Nikolskaya Street.
District: Tverskoy
The historic and architectural heart of the Russian capital, enclosed by the Kremlin walls and towers. Its grounds contain ancient cathedrals, ceremonial squares, museum collections and monuments from different periods, so the Kremlin is best treated as a substantial destination rather than a quick photo stop.
District: Tverskoy
Moscow’s central historic square and an easy starting point for the city centre.
District: Tverskoy