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Moscow's Majestic Heritage Stroll

Experience the essence of Moscow on this free walking tour, where history, culture, and stunning architecture intertwine in a captivating journey.

Time

3 Hours

Stops

9 Places

Distance

2.6 km


Start

Red Square (Красная площадь)

Begin your tour at Red Square, the heart of Moscow and a UNESCO World Heritage site, where history and architecture converge in a stunning open space.

Red Square (Красная площадь) (Source: Google Maps)

Red Square (Красная площадь) (Source: Google Maps)

Walk 1 min (52 m)

St. Basil's Cathedral (Собор Василия Блаженного)

Just a short walk from Red Square, marvel at the vibrant colors and unique architecture of St. Basil's Cathedral, a symbol of Russia's rich history.

St. Basil's Cathedral (Собор Василия Блаженного) (Source: Google Maps)

St. Basil's Cathedral (Собор Василия Блаженного) (Source: Google Maps)

Walk 4 mins (0.3 km)

Lenin's Mausoleum (Мавзолей Ленина)

Located on Red Square, visit the resting place of Vladimir Lenin, a significant figure in Russian history, housed in a mausoleum with Soviet-era architecture.

Lenin's Mausoleum (Мавзолей Ленина) (Source: Google Maps)

Lenin's Mausoleum (Мавзолей Ленина) (Source: Google Maps)

Walk 1 min (1 m)

GUM (ГУМ)

Walk along the Red Square to reach GUM, the historic state department store, known for its grand architecture and as a cultural and historical monument.

GUM (ГУМ) (Source: Google Maps)

GUM (ГУМ) (Source: Google Maps)

Walk 3 mins (0.2 km)

Kazan Cathedral (Казанский собор)

A short stroll from the State Historical Museum, visit the Kazan Cathedral, a beautiful reconstruction of the original 17th-century church.

Kazan Cathedral (Казанский собор) (Source: Google Maps)

Kazan Cathedral (Казанский собор) (Source: Google Maps)

Walk 1 min (45 m)

The State Historical Museum (Государственный исторический музей)

Explore the State Historical Museum, located at the edge of Red Square, to delve into Russia's vast history through its extensive collections.

The State Historical Museum (Государственный исторический музей) (Source: Google Maps)

The State Historical Museum (Государственный исторический музей) (Source: Google Maps)

Walk 7 mins (0.5 km)

Alexander Garden (Александровский сад)

Continue your walk to Alexander Garden, a peaceful green space where you can see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Alexander Garden (Александровский сад) (Source: Google Maps)

Alexander Garden (Александровский сад) (Source: Google Maps)

Walk 3 mins (0.3 km)

Kremlin Walls and Towers (Кремлёвские стены и башни)

Walk alongside the Kremlin Walls to admire the formidable fortifications and iconic towers that have protected the heart of Moscow for centuries.

Kremlin Walls and Towers (Кремлёвские стены и башни) (Source: Google Maps)

Kremlin Walls and Towers (Кремлёвские стены и башни) (Source: Google Maps)

Walk 17 mins (1.2 km)

Cathedral of Christ the Saviour (Храм Христа Спасителя)

Conclude your tour by visiting the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, a magnificent structure symbolizing the resilience and spirituality of the Russian people.

Cathedral of Christ the Saviour (Храм Христа Спасителя) (Source: Google Maps)

Cathedral of Christ the Saviour (Храм Христа Спасителя) (Source: Google Maps)


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