The Best of Central Moscow at a Glance: Red Square & Metro Stations Private Tour. Get to know the Russian capital’s rich history, political past and awe-inspiring architecture as you explore it with a local guide. See famous sights, including Red Square, St Basil’s Cathedral and the Kremlin, as you stroll along the city’s main avenues and the centuries-old lanes. Go underground on this guided tour to explore Moscow’s opulent metro system. Built with marble and granite and decorated with stained-glass windows, mural paintings, mosaics, and even sculptures, Moscow’s metro stations are dramatic settings for everyday life in the Russian capital.
• Opulent sightseeing tour of central Moscow
• History & stories relayed by an expert local guide
• Tour of beautifully decorated Moscow Metro stations
• System that carries more than 7 million passengers per day
• Views of the most opulently designed tunnels & platforms
Get to know the Russian capital’s rich history, political past and awe-inspiring architecture as you explore it with a local guide. See famous sights, including Red Square, St Basil’s Cathedral and the Kremlin, as you stroll along the city’s main avenues and the centuries-old lanes. Go underground on this guided tour to explore Moscow’s opulent metro system. Built with marble and granite and decorated with stained-glass windows, mural paintings, mosaics, and even sculptures, Moscow’s metro stations are dramatic settings for everyday life in the Russian capital.
• Opulent sightseeing tour of central Moscow
• History & stories relayed by an expert local guide
• Tour of beautifully decorated Moscow Metro stations
• System that carries more than 7 million passengers per day
• Views of the most opulently designed tunnels & platforms
Itinerary
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Stop At: Red Square, Moscow 109012 Russia
Start your day with a walking tour of central Moscow. Wander through Red Square and hear of the protests that have taken place there.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Manezh Square, Near Red Square, Moscow 613310 Russia
Admire the Manezhnaya square.
Manezh Square is located near the Kremlin and the Alexander Garden. The name of the area comes from building an arena, built in 1817 in honor of the fifth anniversary of Russia’s victory in the Patriotic War of 1812. It is worth saying that the name «Manezh» appeared only in 1937 after the demolition of standing in this place shopping areas of buildings, separated by a two-lane – patchwork and insatiable.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Aleksandrovskiy Sad, Near Kremlin, Moscow 119072 Russia
The first public park in Moscow, Alexander Garden sits along the Kremlin’s western wall. The garden is famous for its architectural monuments, incredibly beautiful flowerbeds and history. It commemorates Russian victories and those that died in war of 1812 with Napoleon and in both World Wars. Highlighted by Kremlin Kutafya Tower is the eternal flame memorial (in memory of the fallen heroes in World War II 1941-1945) and the big fountain with horse sculptures. They were created by popular Moscow architect Zereteli. In hot weather the fountain becomes a water attraction for teenagers.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Saint Basil’s Cathedral, Red Square 2, Moscow 109012 Russia
Then use Vasilievsky Descent to be close to St. Basil’s Cathedral and many more. Pose for photos by the famous candy-coloured domes of St Basil’s Cathedral.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Государственный исторический музей (State Historical Museum), Red Square, 1, Moscow 125009 Russia
Marvel at the brilliant red State Historical Museum, where Stone Age-era artefacts are housed.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Moscow Kremlin, Moscow 103132 Russia
Be amazed by Kremlin, being the residence of the Russian president, dated back to the 15th century when it was constructed as a castle for the Russian Tsars.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Moscow Metro, Moscow Russia
After the central city tour go underground to explore Moscow’s opulent metro system. Built with marble and granite and decorated with stained-glass windows, mural paintings, mosaics, and even sculptures, Moscow’s metro stations are dramatic settings for everyday life in the Russian capital. Carrying up to 7 million passengers a day and covering almost the entire city, the Moscow Metro is one of the most extensive mass transit systems in the world. It’s famous for the fine examples of social-realism which decorate many of its stations. Visit some of the most important stations and get the chance to admire spectacular baroque-style ceilings, marble statues, busts of Communist heroes, stained glass windows, and ceiling mosaics depicting the bright Soviet future. Visit the most remarkable stations like Komsomolskaya, Kurskaya, Kievskaya and others, with the experienced guide who will bring you a full insight into their fascinating history.
Duration: 1 hour
Categoría: Tours culturales y temáticos.
Inicio en: Moscow, Russia.
Duración: 4 hours.
Precio: 107,98 euros.
