MOSCOW ATTRACTION

Moscow Kremlin

District: TverskoyMetro: Alexandrovsky Sad · Borovitskaya · Biblioteka Imeni Lenina

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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.

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Why visit

For a first visit, allow several hours and avoid combining a detailed Kremlin visit with every nearby museum in the same short window. A comfortable route is to explore the Kremlin and Cathedral Square first, then continue through Alexander Garden or towards Red Square.

How to get there

Alexandrovsky Sad · Borovitskaya · Biblioteka Imeni Lenina

Visitor entrances are on the Alexander Garden side. The nearest metro stations include Alexandrovsky Sad, Biblioteka Imeni Lenina, Borovitskaya and Okhotny Ryad.

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State Historical Museum

A major museum of Russian history housed in the monumental red-brick building at the entrance to Red Square. Its collections span a very broad historical period, making it useful for visitors who want context for the city and the country rather than only a visual tour of central Moscow.

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Bolshoi Theatre

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Moscow Kremlin

Why visit

Alexandrovsky Sad · Borovitskaya · Biblioteka Imeni Lenina

St Basil's Cathedral

State Historical Museum

Bolshoi Theatre

Hi! I am your smart weather assistant in Moscow.

Hi! I am your smart weather assistant in Moscow.

Hi! I am your smart weather assistant in Moscow.

Moscow Kremlin

Why visit

Alexandrovsky Sad · Borovitskaya · Biblioteka Imeni Lenina

More places to explore

St Basil's Cathedral

State Historical Museum

Bolshoi Theatre