What You Can See in Moscow in 2-3 Days

Moscow is one of the largest cities in the world. Often interesting locations are situated far from each other. If you want to explore Russian capital but have lack of time just use my guide. You will learn more about Russian history, architecture, world-famous masterpieces and know what «mysterious Russian soul» means.

Personally I love Moscow for its various architecture. Every my trip to Moscow gives new emotions and explorations. Look at my guide and have wonderful holidays!

1^st day

Being in Moscow you must visit the Kremlin and the Red Square. It is the heart of Russia, where many historical events happened. Just imagine what paving stone here could «see». You will look at great stone walls of the Kremlin, its towers, mausoleum (but only exterior, now it is closed for visitors). In addition, you will see the place where tsar’s decrees were announced.

St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow

Here St. Basil’s Cathedral is situated. It was built in 16 century during the reign of Ivan the Terrible in honor of victory under Kazan Khanate.

Monument to Dmitry Pozharsky and Kuzma Minin, Moscow

Before it, you will see the monument to Dmitry Pozharsky and Kuzma Minin, the leaders of civil uprising that defeated the army of Poland and Lithuania.

GUM, Moscow

One of architectural objects of the Red Square is GUM. Don’t hurry to do shopping, enjoy its architecture and wonderful decor.

One more attractive place for tourists is Kilometer Zero, starting point for distance measurement. Just stay on the point, make a wish and throw a coin over your shoulder.

The Kremlin inside, Moscow

The Tsar Cannon, Moscow

The Kremlin inside, Moscow

Of course, it is not enough to see only Kremlin’s walls. Explore Kremlin inside, walk along Cathedral Square, visit cathedrals, Armory Chamber with its treasures, take photo with Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell.

Tired? You can go through Alexander’s garden to Okhotny Raw where you can have a break and eat. Before it pay attention to sculptures dedicated to fairytales’ heroes.

Princess-frog, Moscow

After you can wander the main streets. Some of them are only for pedestrians. For example, Nicolskay street, Arbat Street. In summer here you will meet many musicians, artists. In addition, there are lots of gift shops.

Zaryadye Park, Moscow

Also you can visit Zaryadye Park that is located near the Kremlin. You will see plants from different climate zones of Russia, visit museums and eat. 

Zaryadye Park, Moscow

The most popular place here is observation point above the Moscow River, where you will enjoy wonderful view of the Kremlin and the Red Square.

2^nd day

In the second day I advice you take a look at skyscrapers in Moscow-City, visit VDNH and one of Moscow palaces.

Moscow-City, Moscow

In Moscow-City you will walk among the skyscrapers, see different architectural achievements. And don’t forget to visit observation point. A guide will tell a lot about buildings and you will enjoy fantastic sights.

VDNH, Moscow

Next step is VDNH – the exhibition of achievements of the country. Such it was in USSR. Now it is the place with interesting buildings and picturesque fountains. Earlier in historical buildings you could buy really different things. Now there are more museums. You can also visit dolphinarium.

Museum of Astronautics and Aircraft, Moscow

Museum of Astronautics and Aircraft, Moscow

My favourite museum here is Astronautics and Aircraft. It is large space with different astrocraft. It will be interesting even if you aren’t fond of technique.

You can explore VDNH by yourself or take part in excursion.

Tsaritsino, Moscow

In Moscow there are many different architectural styles. If you want to learn more, visit Moscow palaces. One of the great samples is Tsaritsino. Here there are the palace, bridge, park with the pond and musical fountain.

Kolomenskoe, Moscow

Another variant is Kolomenskoe and Alexey Mikhailovich palace. Here you will find the masterpieces of stone and wooden architecture. The palace is wooden. It is a historical copy of destroyed building.

Izmailovsky Kremlin, Moscow

Izmailovsky Kremlin, Moscow

The third idea is Izmailovsky Kremlin. It is really quaint and attractive. There are lots of details that you can pay attention. Moreover, here you can visit souvenir market.

3^rd day (or alternative variant in order of bad weather)

This plan for those who want to visit more art museums. It will be also great for cold or rainy weather.

Let’s begin this day with Pushkin’s Museum of Fine Arts. Its collection consists of masterpieces from different countries and epochs. You will see sculptures and pictures that were the mirror of society liking and ideas of different centuries.

After visiting the main building pay attention to The Gallery of European and American Art XIX-XX centuries.

Christ the Saviour Cathedral, Moscow

The next point is Christ the Saviour Cathedral. It is one of the main Moscow places of interest. Look inside, go around it and along the bridge.

Museon Park, Moscow

After this, you can use subway or go across the Crimean Bridge. On the other side, you will visit Tretyakov Gallery XX century with masterpieces of Russian artists and compact Museon Park with sculptures. 

Peter the Great monument, Moscow

You will also see large monument to Peter the Great.

Garage Museum, Moscow

If you want to continue walking, not far from here Garage Museum is situated. There you will see objects of contemporary art.

While travelling around Moscow look at subway stations. Some of them are really picturesque.

That was my plan for 2-3 days in Moscow. Have a nice time!

If you have enough time visit also the cultural capital of Russia - St. Petersburg.