ExploRussia Moscow Urban Adventures

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21/11/2020

One of the most magnificent buildings on Tverskaya street has a secret. Not that long ago it was standing in a different place. How come? Join Moscow Behind the Icons tour to discover all the details.

19/11/2020

Wanna know what are the top tourist attractions in Moscow? Bingo! Metro is definitely one of the places to visit in Moscow. We’ll guide you through the labyrinths of Soviet history and show the charming beauty of 10 most beautiful Moscow metro stations. We’ll also learn why the Moscow underground was called ‘The Palace For Common People’ and ‘the cheapest museum ever’. You’ll feel the power of Soviet propaganda and listen to crazy but true stories about the USSR told by a local Englsih-speaking guide. Above the ground, we’ll see gigantic Stalin’s skyscrapers (three of the ‘Stalin’s Seven Sisters’) and try to guess what was going on behind those walls. You’ve always wondered if there were any good things done by the Soviet Union or what Russians think about Vladimir Lenin and Joseph Stalin as political leaders — welcome to our Moscow Underground Tour. We’ll do our best to answer all your questions!

https://www.moscowurbanadventures.com/moscow-tours/moscow-underground/

Go beneath the streets on this tour of the spectacular and mind-bending Moscow Metro! Moscow metro guide will bring you to the underground world full of legends and true stories about the USSR.

17/11/2020

If you were attentive while looking for a nice place to eat, there are in fact not many Russian restaurants in Moscow. We prefer cooking traditional food at home and go out for dinner to an international restaurant, to divert our taste buds.

Moscow food courts with Italian, Georgian, Korean, and Pan-Asian corners are mushrooming since 2017. Students sit over their books in Japanese cafes, businesswomen have a quick snack in American diners, the office staff has their after-work drink at the nearest Georgian bistro. Globalization made international food affordable and available. While maintaining the principle “eat local” in Urban Adventures, we like trying new and exploring the world cuisines.

If you are done for a while with Russian meals (we know, you’re gonna miss pelmeni!), always weirdly warm and lavished with dills, it’s time to discover international cuisines in Moscow.

https://www.moscowurbanadventures.com/blog/best-international-food-restaurants-in-moscow/

Hey dear traveler, have you already tried vareniki, bortsch, and bubliki? Did you have a cup of Russian herbal tea, a can of kvas and a shot glass of vodka?…

15/11/2020

"Let's meet by the Pushkin monument" is a classic phrase you can hear in Moscow. The only problem is that there are 11 Pushkin monuments in Moscow. So make sure you know which one you are talking about.

13/11/2020

After collecting tones of documents, filling endless visa applications, and other electronic forms, going through numerous interviews and passing the most frightening border officer in your life, you are finally here, in Russia. And each minute you spend on this land must worth all the effort you put to come here! But what to start from? What if you have only a few days to explore Moscow? This article will help you out to spend the best long weekend in the capital of Russia! Let’s start!

https://www.moscowurbanadventures.com/blog/how-to-spend-3-days-in-moscow/

After collecting tones of documents, filling endless visa applications, and other electronic forms, going through numerous interviews and passing the most frightening border officer in your life, you are finally here, in Russia. Check-in…

11/11/2020

One of the biggest in Europe coach station has been recently opened in Moscow. The building was constructed in 1971 but went through modernization. Now it is a big complex that includes a bus station, a shopping center, and parking.

Buses will go to the Moscow region and 12 cities in Russia. The schedule will also include international services. There will be about 216 bus trips going from the station daily, serving 3,000 passengers.

Now there is one more affordable way to travel to Moscow 💙🙂

Photos: Press Office of the Moscow Mayor and Moscow government / Maxim Mishin

09/11/2020

Moscow hardly can come to your mind when thinking about the city of Hitech and innovations. However, the growing economy and interest of foreign investment in the last 10 years catalyzed the progress and made Moscow the top city of the future in Eastern Europe and №6 among all European cities in 2018. Some of the technological achievements can be easily called the best in the world especially in the field of transport!

https://www.moscowurbanadventures.com/blog/moscow-transport/

The fastest-growing city in Europe Moscow hardly can come to your mind when thinking about the city of Hitech and innovations. However, the growing economy and interest of foreign investment in the last…

05/11/2020

Looking for something special in Moscow? Non-typical Moscow tourist attractions? Why not explore Moscow’s bohemian district and see with your own eyes how Russian contemporary art develops and how Russia’s youth spend their free time? Hipsters and freaks, young artists creating their projects in front of you, cool and unique souvenirs made by local artisans, unusual design, impressive art galleries, and bright murals and much more on this tour! Make your Moscow trip unforgettable with this Alternative Moscow tour!

https://www.moscowurbanadventures.com/moscow-tours/alternative-moscow-art-design-wine/

Take a trip through Moscow’s bohemian district, filled with modern art and hipster culture. Enjoy design and wine, street art and handy craft shopping! Explore hidden gems in Moscow. Go original, join the Alternative Moscow tour!

04/11/2020

On November the 4th Russians will celebrate a National Unity holiday. One hidden truth about it is that at least half of people (this number is provided by Public Opinion Foundation) don’t know what we should celebrate, and what was the reason for this public holiday, they just enjoy a day off.

Let’s explore together what November 4th, or the National Unity Day, is exactly about and what it is not.

https://www.moscowurbanadventures.com/blog/what-does-russia-celebrate-on-november-4th/

On November the 4th Russians will celebrate a National Unity holiday. One hidden truth about it is that at least half of people (this number is provided by Public Opinion Foundation) don’t know…

02/11/2020

What foods should I try in Russia? What are some quintessential Russian dishes? All these questions arise when you come to Russia or just want to cook something really Russian. We want to tell you about the easiest Russian salad called Olivier salad.

The famous salad, essential for Russian traditional cuisine, known all over the world as Russian salad, and as Olivier salad in Russia, was created in Moscow a long time ago in the 19 century.

https://explorussia.com/blog/olivier-or-russian-salad/

What foods should I try in Russia? What are some quintessential Russian dishes? All these questions arise when you come to Russia or just want to cook something really Russian. We want to tell you about the easiest Russian salad called Olivier salad. The famous…

30/10/2020

Being a diverse and vibrant city, Moscow follows all world culinary trends. The last several years have been exemplary in developing healthy and alternative eating habits. By now probably every Instagram blogger in Russia has posted a couple of pictures with avocado toasts, hummus sauce or matcha-latte on almond milk. Vegetarian lifestyle becomes popular, and vegetarian cafes in Moscow now cover not only the city center but spread further to the neighborhoods.

https://www.moscowurbanadventures.com/blog/vegetarian-food-in-moscow/

26/10/2020

There are so many things to do and places to visit in Moscow. So, please, don’t limit yourself to pop tourist attractions such as Red Square, Lenin’s Mausoleum, Moscow Kremlin Museums, Tretyakov Gallery and The Bolshoi Theatre.

When all must-sees are crossed out from your list, you can breathe a sigh of relief, because now it’s the time for you to feel the real Moscow and add some remarkable details to the whole picture.

There’s alternative Moscow — gorgeous, luxurious, extravagant, mysterious, hip and elegant. We would suggest some attractive options to make your stay in Moscow unforgettable.

https://www.moscowurbanadventures.com/blog/uncover-hidden-treasures-of-moscow/

Uncover Hidden Treasures of Moscow From Café Pushkin to another Kremlin which is not on Red Square There are so many things to do and places to visit in Moscow. So, please, don’t limit yourself to what a normal guest usually sees in the capital…

23/10/2020

Urban Adventures family includes more than 100 destinations worldwide. We are a big family of enthusiasts who are in love with the cities we live in. We often get together to share our experiences and discuss new ideas.

Two years ago Moscow Urban Adventures participated in a conference, hosted by Krakow Urban Adventures. It was a fantastic event which we'll always remember.

https://explorussia.com/blog/international-guides-conference/

We live in a world where the wide variety can make our lives way more difficult. How often do you stand in front of a store shelf trying to figure out which item to purchase? This choice can really affect your life. For instance, a…

22/10/2020

Have you ever read books by Ivan Bunin, the first Russian writer awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature (1933)? Today is a good day to do that as today we celebrate his 150th birthday (1870 - 1953).

Ivan Bunin received the Nobel prize “for the strict artistry with which he has carried on the classical Russian traditions in prose writing.” The list of his most famous works includes short novels The Village (1910) and Dry Valley (1912), his autobiographical novel The Life of Arseniev (1933, 1939), the book of short stories Dark Avenues (1946), and many poems.

20/10/2020

Every Moscow Underground station has its own character and unique details. We are very lucky to be living in the city where we can enjoy so much beauty even in public transport.
The cost of an entrance to the Moscow Underground is 55 Rub (approx. 60 Euro cents or 70 US Dollar cents).

15/10/2020

As local experts, we know the best viewpoints and rooftops. What can be better than seeing the Moscow city center from above? 😍

15/10/2020

Experiences are always better when you can share them with loved ones – and that includes online experiences. Which is why our new Intrepid Urban Adventures at Home virtual tours are now available at a special group rate!

From now until December 31, 2020, take any of our online experiences as a private session for you and your loved ones, for a flat rate of $89 USD.

When you book, you’ll receive a share-able link for up to 12 devices that you can share with friends, family or colleagues, no matter where they are in the world.

Book by Friday, October 23 to lock in a discounted group rate!

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