A historic cemetery beside Novodevichy Convent, where many prominent writers, artists, scientists and public figures are buried. Memorials from different periods make it both a place of remembrance and an open-air collection of sculpture and design.
Official websiteCheck current opening hours and visitor rules on the official website before you go.
Keep the visit quiet and respectful. It is best to choose a few names or sections in advance, then combine the walk with Novodevichy Convent and the nearby embankment.
Nearest stations: Sportivnaya metro and Luzhniki MCC.
A few more Moscow attractions with a similar kind of visit.
A monumental Orthodox cathedral on the Moskva River, visible from many parts of the historic centre. Its scale, bright façade and position beside Patriarch Bridge make it simultaneously a religious landmark, a major architectural feature and an important part of the riverfront cityscape.
District: Khamovniki
One of Moscow’s principal art museums, known for major collections of international art and significant temporary exhibitions. Its main building on Volkhonka sits in a dense cultural area close to the Kremlin and the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, making it easy to include in a central Moscow itinerary.
District: Khamovniki
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