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Moscow is one of the most dynamic developing cities. Home to 11 million people, it is a curious blend of traditions and modernity, historical heritage and new-born trends from the ancient Kremlin to high-technological towers of the city. Moscow is 860 years old, but still looks like a young city, trying to find its own face through multiple transformations and reconstructions.
Beyond the ubiquitous displays of extraordinary wealth, Moscow is also rich in history, culture and tradition, and no visit would be complete without tickets to the Bolshoi Theatre, Tretyakov Gallery or an invigorating visit to a typical Russian ―banya and dinner with vodka and caviar.


GO THERE FOR

The Nightlife - Few cities anywhere in the world can compare to Moscow for spectacular nightclubs and bars, where the vodka flows as freely as the cash.

The History - Although Communism is a distant memory now, the Kremlin and Red Square testify to a time when the city was one of the most important in the world.

The Shopping - As Russia moves into the 21st century, there is seemingly no end of hip designer and boutiques springing up inside Moscow, from the young to established global names in fashion and design.


DON'T MISS

The Red Square
The Red Square is the famous historical centre of Moscow. Dating back to the late 15th century, it forms a single architectural ensemble, drawing together the Kremlin wall, St. Basil’s Cathedral, the Minin and Pozharsky monument, the State Historical Museum and the Lenin Mausoleum

The Kremlin
The Kremlin represents the heart of Moscow and is the oldest part of the city, dating back to 1147, this site has actually been inhabited since 2nd century BC. It is also one of the world’s most beautiful architectural complexes containing golden-domed churches, palaces, museums, grand halls and iconic monuments. The centre of the Kremlin, Sobornaya Square, contains 15th-17th century cathedrals. The Uspensky Cathedral is the burial place of Russian patriarchs and the site of coronations and weddings of grand princes and Tsars. Arkhangelsky Cathedral contains the tombs of Ivan the Terrible and other great Tsars. Ivan the Great’s gleaming bell tower can be found at the centre of the square. The world’s largest bell lies at its foot, although it was cracked during its fabrication in 1730.

St. Basil's Cathedral
This richly decorated cathedral is the most iconic of all of Russia’s great buildings. One of the many architectural landmarks in the Red Square, the cathedral was built by Ivan the Terrible to commemorate the conquest of the Mongol stronghold of Kazan Khanate.

Victory Park
A huge memorial complex, which includes the Church of St. George the Victorious, a synagogue, mosque, the World War II Museum and a group of fountains. Vintage military vehicles are on display in the park alleys.

Old Arbat Street
The first mention of the Arbat was in 1493 as a road leading from the Moscow Kremlin to Smolensk. Today it is a long pedestrianised street, packed with restaurants, cafes, souvenir shops and little trinkets to buy. If you look over the crowd of people walking by, you catch a glimpse of beautiful Art Nouveau and Classicism mansions that were built here during the 19th and 20th centuries.


BASICS

Quintessentially Moscow
12, bld 3, Kutuzovsky prospekt, 121248 Moscow, Russia
Telephone: +7 495 786 6060
Email: qrussia@quintessentially.com

Country Code: +7
City Code: 495 or 499
Emergency Number: Police - 02, Medical - 03, Fire - 01.
Electricity: 220V/50Hz Two rounded pins.
Language: Russian
Currency: Russian Rouble (RUB)
Exchange Rate: 1 GBP = 47.3 RUB (Subject to change)
Time: MSK (UTC +3), Last Sunday March – Last Sunday October MSD (UTC +4)
Population: 10,562,099
Domodedovo International Airport
(495) 720-6666
www.domodedovo.ru
Sheremetyevo International Airport
(+7 495) 232-65-65, 8 800 100-65-65
www.svo.aero
Vnukovo International Airport
+7(495) 937-5555
www.vnukovo.ru


GETTING AROUND

From the Airport
Moscow has three main international airports – Sheremetyevo, Vnukovo and Domodedovo.
Sheremetyevo (SVO) is located north-west of Moscow and the journey to the centre of the city will take approximately 90 minutes. The Leningradskoe highway brings you directly to Tverskaya Street.
Domodedovo (DME) is a bit further from the city centre – the trip will take about 2 hours.
Vnukovo (VKO) is the newest airport, operating international as well as domestic flights.

Around Town
Like many large cities, Moscow suffers from traffic so to get somewhere by car you should start well in advance or use the metro to reach the destination faster. The heaviest traffic occurs around 6-8pm.
The metro is open from 5.30am to 1.30am and is a useful way to get around.


WHEN TO GO

The winter is very beautiful and also exceptionally cold (daily average mean -6.5˚C/20˚F) and dark. May through September is probably the most pleasant, with summer temperatures often belying the city's reputation (average high for this period 20˚C/68˚F, with temperatures peaking in July).
Summer is a dead season in terms of culture. Most theatres go on vacation or touring, but you can still find some good concerts in nightclubs or concert halls and open-air music festivals.

Public Holidays (Gregorian calendar):
1st – 10th January – New Years’ and Russian Orthodox Christmas
23rd February – Defender of the Fatherland Day
8th March – International Women’s Day
1st May – Labour Day
9th May – Victory Day
12th June – Russia Day
4th November – Unity Day
25th December – Christmas Day


WHERE TO STAY

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel
3, Tverskaya str.
One of the latest 5-star hotels in Moscow is almost perfect in its fine elegant design, room interiors and service. The location close to the Red Square and the centre of the city will ensure a comfortable stay as you can easily reach all the primary sights and must-see places. The restaurant, Jeroboam proffers cuisine from 3-Michelin starred chef, Heinz Winkler. The pride of the hotel is the O2 Lounge terrace on the roof – loved by the Moscow jet-set for the fantastic panorama and party atmosphere.

Ararat Park Hyatt
4, Neglinnaya str.
This is one of Moscow’s best known five-star hotels. Perfect for travellers looking for privacy and personalized service, this spacious grand hotel is located close to the Bolshoi Theatre and the Kremlin. The top-floor bar and terrace boast some of the best views of the city.

Balchug Kempinski
1, Balchug str.
This grand and luxurious hotel is scenically situated along the river and opposite the Kremlin. The historic building, with its elegant exterior, has generous and plush interiors.

Golden Apple
11, Malaya Dmitrovka str.
The Golden Apple is a contemporary boutique hotel located near Pushkin Square towards the north end of Malaya Dmitrovka. The interior is chic and minimalistic. The hotel’s restaurant offers innovative fusion cuisine.

Le Royal Meridien National Moscow
15/1, Makhovaya str.
One of the capital's most fashionable and prestigious hotels, the National is situated right in the heart of Moscow, offering terrific views of the Kremlin and Manezh Square. Housed in a tsarist Art Deco building, the hotel famously accommodated Lenin for one week in 1918.

Metropol De Luxe
¼, Teatralny pass
The Metropol is a five-star deluxe hotel which simply oozes history. The building itself is an outstanding example of Art Nouveau, representing the Silver Age of Russian art. Several famous Russian artists took part in its completion and scenes from ―Dr. Zhivago were shot in its magnificent hall.

Marriott Grand
26, Tverskaya str.
This five-star hotel is located near the city centre on one of Moscow’s main streets. The Marriott Grand offers a comfortable atmosphere and quality accommodation.

Marriott Royal
11/20, Petrovka str.
The Marriott Royal is a quiet counterpart to the Grand which offers butler service for every room and a terrific Sunday brunch.

Marriott Courtyard
34, 1st Tverskaya-Yamskaya str.
This intimate hotel is more modest in price and feel than the other Marriott hotels in Moscow, but it has its charms nonetheless. Housed in a historic building in a quiet residential area, it is only a short distance from the Moscow Conservatory.


WHERE TO EAT

Aist
8/1, Malaya Bronnaya str.
One of the ventures of Moscow’s restaurateur extraordinaire, Arkady Novikov, Aist boasts a trendy interior, designed by Evgeniy Mitta, and top European cuisine. The terrace is ideal for lazy summer dinners and romantic dates.

L’Albero
7, bldg.1, Delegatskaya str.
А cosy restaurant that offers a piece of Italy in the centre of Moscow; a great place for a Sunday family brunch or a romantic date. The chef, Nicola Canuti, who came from London, prepares delicious Italian dishes.

Andreas
12, Kutuzovskiy prospect
The idea of this restaurant is to become a meeting place for friends; a kind of a club where you can not only dine, but also listen to good music and watch films.

Bocconcino
7, Strastnoy blvd.
Bocconcino is known for serving the best pizzas in Moscow. Other delicious specialties are cooked with true Italian passion.

Beef Bar
Beef Bar13, Prechistenskaya emb.
If you’re the carnivorous type – Beef Bar is your restaurant, continuing the trendy chain in Monaco, Nice and Barcelona. The menu is devoted mostly to meat from all over the world including Australia, New Zealand, France and Netherlands.

Barashka
Petrovka str., 20/1
New Arbat, 21
Barashka serves genuine Azeri cuisine with a European twist. The restaurant combines delicious food and tasteful, modern surroundings.

Bistrot
12, bldg.2, Bolshoy Savvinskiy side-str.
The successful replica of the famous Bistrot in Forte dei Marmi. Massimo Ferrari, recipient of two Michelin stars, is responsible for the cuisine.

Blackberry
10, Akademika Sakharova prospect
Quite an eclectic restaurant, that is suitable for a business lunch and pre-party drink. One of the specials is a beverage wall – a wide range of juices that you can mix to your own taste.

Bon
4/4 str. 1, Yakimanskaya emb.
Bon is the offering from Philipp Stark. The food is a modern interpretation of traditional Italian cuisine with new gastronomic trends highlighted by talented chef, Fabio Testa.

Bosco Café
3, Red Square, Trade House GUM
This elegant café is situated in the Red Square - the very heart of Moscow. Come here to drink a glass of Champagne overlooking the city’s most spectacular landmarks.

Cantinetta Antinori
20, Denezhny side-str.
This delightful Italian restaurant is an authentic piece of Tuscany located on a quiet street close to Arbat. Serving excellent food in an unpretentious atmosphere, the restaurant also boasts a charming garden.

Casta Diva
26, Tverskoy blvd.
The new posh restaurant next door to famous Pushkin and Turandot, it looks like Mary Antoinette’s palace – classical Rococo with the fountains, stucco, frescos, swags and elegant sculptures.

Galereya
27, Petrovka str.
Expensive, lavishly decorated restaurant offering cutting-edge dishes to a trendy crowd; one of the oldest party places still keeping its status.

GQ Bar
5, Balchug str.
Ideal stylish interior with refined atmosphere, finely arranged menu and high society guests.

Goodman Steak House
23, Tverskaya str.
What can be better than a good piece of meat? Only a good steak, says Goodman. Goodman serves world’s most popular steaks - juicy rib-eye, "Cowboy", "New-York" and lean "Filet-mignon". All steaks are prepared in the professional oven called a "hosper".

Ju-Ju
15, Smolenskiy blv.
This cosy restaurant is designed in African safari style. You will be offered meat dishes, from shashlyk, kebabs and steaks to mutton and chicken liver. You can choose from the wide range of meat — lamb, mutton, veal, beef, pork, chicken - or fish - carp, pike perch and flounder. Everything can be grilled or baked.

Le Duc
2, 1905 Year str.
Exactly like Abbot Prevost's Manon Lescaut, who preferred the high society to the convent life, the restaurant has completely changed its conception. The skittish, artistic restaurant has been replaced with a "medieval castle" restaurant ―Le Duc. The chef, Michel del Burgo is known for his experimental recipes, innovative cooking and extraordinary presentation.

Mario Zhukovka
54B, Zhukovka village, Rublevo-Uspenskoe shosse
Spacious and bright, it represents contemporary Italy in all its finery. The outer building is a huge architectural complex that consists of three floors and at a glance reminds one of a luxurious villa on the Mediterranean Riviera.

Marusya
18, Tverskoy blvd.
The name Marusya is a term used to depict the refined elegance of a landowner's daughter – genealogy, bespoke manners in concordance with refined taste. The chef is Fabrizio Crespi and the menu presents house-style italian dishes with unique author's details. Rich wine and whisky list as well as the variety of cigar choice deserve special attention.

Michael’s
7, Tverskoy blv.
The main part of Michael’s is the open kitchen. From your table you can watch the chefs prepare your meal – a gastronomic performance where pizza is baked in the oven, and meat and fish are grilled on a spit.

Nabi
4, Maliy Afanasievskiy side-str.
Nabi is an elegant restaurant with Asian influences. Interiors feature handmade furniture crafted in Indonesia, China and Bali. There are two dining rooms. The first one is light and open with huge panoramic windows. The second room is more intimate with soft lighting and darker walls. When the weather is warm, the restaurant opens out to a summer area which offers a great cocktail menu.

Nedalniy Vostok
15, bldg.2, Tverskoy blvd.
It is the first restaurant in Moscow that was designed by the team of professional Japanese designers - Superpotato. This design-bureau also created London’s restaurants Zuma and Roka. Combining modern and fashionable tendencies Nedalniy Vostok embodies everything that is popular in the best restaurants in Europe, USA, Asia and Australia.

Pavilion 7
Bolshoy Patriarshij side-str.
This lovely restaurant is located in the 19th century pavilion at the beautiful Patriarshi Ponds. The interior is bright and trendy with large French windows.

Pushkin
26a, Tverskoy blvd.
The restaurant is an absolute must-see. It is generally agreed that it serves the best Russian food in Moscow. Dishes come in generous portions and the tables are always packed with an elegant crowd. Pushkin is the place which is recommended to foreigners wishing to try an authentic Russian meal. Due to this, as well as the delicious desserts you should reserve a table, either at the first floor Pharmacy (Apteka) or the second floor Library (Biblioteka).

Palazzo Ducale
3, bldg.1, Tverskoy blvd.
A piece of Venice in the centre of Moscow. Some tables are shaped like gondolas, the wine is served in Murano glass, and the interior is delicately styled. You will be offered traditional Italian dishes, more than 400 kinds of wine and numerous varieties of grappa.

Observatory
23, bldg. 3, Bolshaya Yakimanka str. ("Kopernik" house)
Observatory has "thematic fusion" cuisine, and the menu features the latest European styles. This restaurant also has a stylish lobby-bar, gourmet-boutique and a wine-cellar.

Shatush
17, Gogolevsky blvd.
Shatush is one of the few places in Moscow where you can try modern Chinese cuisine. Professional cooks, specially invited from Singapore, China and Indonesia, create culinary masterpieces. In the evening and on weekends Shatush becomes a real party place with chic guests and excellent music.

Turandot
26/5, Tverskoy blvd.
Perhaps the only restaurant in Moscow which has been constructed and decorated for 6 years by a number of painters, sculptors and engravers. The result of this long process exceeded all expectations, even of the most sophisticated public. The Chinese and Japanese cuisine here is made by Michelin starred chef, Alan Yao, the desserts by confectioners from the next door Pushkin and the special tea menu is joined by certificated tea sommeliers.

Vesna
19, Noviy Arbat str.
Designed by famous couturier Igor Chapurin, this stylish restaurant offers an innovative fusion of Italian and Japanese cuisine from star, Chef Bruno Marino.

Vogue Café
7/9, Kuznetskiy Most str.
Despite opening several years ago, Vogue is very much still in fashion. The restaurant is a favourite haunt of fashionistas and the A-list glitterati. With a sleek and simple interior, the café has the works of famous photographers on the walls and reams of Vogue magazines placed on tables.

Vertinsky
Ostozhenka str., 3/14
Vertinsky is a popular venue with a creative menu of mouth-watering pan-Asian cuisine. There is also a delightful confectionary shop downstairs that sells pastry, handmade chocolates, Chinese teas and French wines.


BARS, CLUBS AND NIGHTLIFE

Boudoir Bar
32, B. Dmitrovka str.
Boudoir Bar is situated in the very heart of Moscow; this is the embodiment of club-restaurant conception which is so popular in Europe.

Kalina Bar
8, Novinskiy blvrd. (TC Lotte Plaza, 21st floor)
Kalina Bar is worth visiting for the exciting view of Moscow which is even more thrilling at night. In addition there is a constantly renewed cocktail list, a menu with European and Russian cuisine, DJ parties on weekends, karaoke room, open terrace and a great crowd.

Soho Rooms
12, Savvinskaya, emb.
Moscow is a centre of amazing nightlife and Soho Rooms is one of the best examples of it.
Decorated with Swarovski chandeliers, marble and onyx bars, leather sofas and mirrors on the walls, the club consists of four rooms:
Bar Room is a good place to start the party with a great choice of cocktails,
Dining Room offers a Japanese as well as European menu,
Disco Room is fiery for the house hits and best DJ sets,
Pool Terrace has amazing open air parties.

RAI (Heaven)
9, Bolotnaya emb. (Red October chocolate factory)
Hundreds of beautiful people are dancing, drinking around the bar or relaxing in the VIP lounge. This is the Moscow metaphor for heaven. The promoters of the club try to make every weekend special and organise thematic parties inviting the world’s best DJs and musicians.

The Most
6/3, Kuznetskiy Most str.
The Most is created and designed to astonish even the most fastidious clients. The
club is truly astonishing with red-brick walls, a huge crystal chandelier rotating like a disco ball above the dance floor and a pulsating DJ booth.

Famous
15, Rodchelskaya str.
A little kitsch in its décor, but still attractive to Moscow clubbers, expect a large queue, commercial house music, beautiful go-go dancers and lots of young jet-setters inside.

O2 Lounge (The roof at the Ritz Carlton Hotel)
3, Tverskaya str.
This stylish rooftop lounge and terrace features heart-stirring views of the Red Square and The Kremlin and one of Moscow's finest sushi bars. It becomes slightly more casual and upbeat after dark, featuring the latest music from around the globe.

B1 Maximum
11, Ordjonikidze str.
The best concert club in Moscow where almost every day you can find great music; Jay-Jay Johanson, Chuck Berry, Paul Anka, Travis, Iggy & the Stooges, Roy Ayers, Tricky, Faithless, Snoop Dog and many other artists have played here. You can party on the dance floor or watch the concert from the restaurant while dining on European cuisine.

Black-Star
2, Kievskiy vokzal square (European trade center 7 floor)
Black-Star club promises a number of attractions with an interior similar to the VIP-Room in St.Tropez and an open-air terrace with views of Moscow and the restaurant.

Wall Street Bar
9/1, Volkhonka str.
This stylish bar with comfortable sofas and red-brick walls seems to be open especially for expats. Catering to a mostly the financial crowd, the plasma-TVs show the Bloomberg channel, the location is directly opposite the Pushkin Museum.

Real McCoy
1, Kudrinskaya square
One of the oldest Moscow bars with a great assortment of cocktails, live music and an international crowd of people willing to have fun all night long.


WHERE TO SHOP

Barvikha Luxury Village
Rublevskoe highway, 8 km (outside Moscow) 11:00-20:00
A multi-brand shopping centre which offers everything from Bottega Veneta, to Dolce & Gabbana, Ermenegildo Zegna, Brioni, Prada, Gucci, Dolce&Gabbana, Graff, Bentley and Maserati.

Berezka
20, bldg. 1, Malaya Bronnaya str.
11:00 – 21:00 (Mon-Fri) 11:00 – 22:00 (Sat) 12:00 – 21:00 (Sun)
Berezka boutique brings you stunning clothes and shoes for women from top designer labels such as Martin Margiela, Dries van Noten, Victor & Rolf, Veronique Branquinho, Terry de Havilland, Jean-Michel Cazabat, Sigerson Morrison, Loeffler Randall, Marc Jacobs and Chloe.

Bosco di Ciliegi
GUM (Shopping Mall) 09:00-21:00; Vesna (Department store) 10:00 – 22:00; Petrovskiy Passage (Department store) 10:00 – 21:00
Founded in 1991, Bosco di Ciliegi is one of the leaders of the luxury goods market in Russia. It represents the world’s most prestigious fashion brands in Russia such as Etro, Kenzo, Max Mara, Alberta Ferretti, Moschino, Mandarina Duck, La Perla., Bosco Scarpa, Bosco Donna, Bosco Sport and perfume chain Articoli. Besides clothes and accessories under the Bosco trademark you can find the restaurant, Bosco Café, L’Altro Bosco, pharmacy Bosco and Bosco Clinica.

Crocus City Mall
Moscow Outer Ring 66th km (crossing Volokolamskoe highway)
10:00-22:00
Crocus City Mall with its palms, exotic flowers, ponds and fountains is built after the famous Bal Harbour Mall in Florida. The most well-known brands are collected on its numerous "streets" - Maison Martin Margiela, Nina Ricci, JC de Castelbajac, Blugirl Folies, Emanuel Ungaro, Celine, Santoni, Sergio Rossi, Pal Zileri, Casadei, Byblos and many others.

Christian Louboutin
24/1, Malaya Bronnaya str.
10:00-21:00
The boutique of the famous red-soled shoes, extremely popular among Hollywood stars, it-girls and other fashionistas.

Dunhill
12/1, Petrovka str. 10:00-22:00
Dunhill manufactures luxury goods for the discerning gentleman. The line includes clothes, colognes, lighters, writing accessories, watches, jewellery, and small leather goods.

GUM (Shopping Mall)
The Red Square, 1
09:00 – 21:00
The modern abbreviation means ‘The Main General Store’ in Russian. The assortment of what's on offer is vast and customers will find leading sport brands and popular manufacturers of casual wear and shoes as well as upscale designer labels (Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Chaumet, Boss, Kenzo and Max Mara). GUM is more than just a shopping mall. It is a mini-metropolis, where you can find many of the facilities you might need in any city, such as a pharmacy, bank, taxi service, opticians, florist and grocery store.

Hermès
12, Stoleshnikov side-str.
1, The Red Square, TH GUM
11:00-21:00
Famous leather goods and accessories, silk scarves and ties recognized for their original prints and perfumery can all be found here.

Le Form
35/28, Povarskaya str.
11:00 - 21:00 (Mon-Fri) 12:00 - 21:00 (Sat-Sun)
Le Form is an elegant boutique which sells avant-garde and classically designed clothes, shoes and accessories as well as wide range of perfumes. Among the collections represented in the boutique, you can find such designers as Dries Van Noten, Comme Des Garcons, Junya Watanabe, Martin Margiela, Dirk Schonberger, Peachoo + Krejberg, Easton Pearson, and C.P.Company.

Louvre
15/1, Tverskaya str.
11:00 - 21:00
The Louvre-Tverskaya boutique is an exclusive distributor of designer jewellery and watches. The boutique sells luxury goods from brands like Cartier, Piaget, Vacheron Constantin, Jaeger Le Coultre, IWC, Franck Muller, Corum, Roger Dubuis, Audemars Piguet, Panerai, Ulysse Nardin, Pierre Kunz, Gerald Genta, Daniel Roth, Damiani, Mauboussin, Schoeffel, and Baume & Mercier.

Louis Vuitton
10/18, Stoleshnikov side-str
1, The Red Square, TH GUM
11:00-22:00
Purveyors of luxury leather goods which always lead the avant-garde of fashion without compromising on traditional craftsmanship.

PODIUM
18, Novinskiy blvd. 10:00 – 22:00
26, Kutuzovskiy Prospect 10:00 – 22:00
20, Leninskiy Prospect 10:00 – 22:00
9/17, Tverskaya str. 10:00 – 23:00
14, Concept Store Kuznetskiy Most str. 11:30 – 24:00
15, Jewellery Tverskaya str. 11:00 – 22:00
Today these shops are an indispensable part of high-end shopping in Moscow. Here you can find the newest collections from designers like Dolce & Gabbana, Eley Kishimoto, Seven Jeans, Paul Smoth Pink, Ann Demelmeuster, April 77, Y-3, Undercover, Evisu, Chloe, Balenciaga, Lanvin, Michael Kors.

Stephen Webster
4, Neglinnaya str.(Ararat Park Hayatt 2d floor)
21/13, Malaya Bronnaya str.
11:00-21:00
Webster uses semiprecious stones and blends them with diamonds and sapphires. The designer is inspired by the Western-European middle-ages, Indonesian and Borneo tattoo designs, glam-rock aesthetics and the elegant ‘40s. All of these are reflected in various jewel collections which can highlight your original style and individuality. The interior of Stephen Webster's boutiques on Neglinnaya and Malaya Bronnaya Street is designed in royal purple and violet colours with exquisite furniture, designed by Mr. Webster himself.

Tretyakovsky Proezd
Tretyakovsky pass, 1-8 11:00-22:00
A street lined with designer boutiques, such as Ermenegildo Zegna, Brioni, Prada, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Armani, Roberto Cavalli, Tiffany&Co, Tod's, Graff, Bentley and Maseratti.

TSUM
Petrovka str., 2 10:00-22:00
Contemporary TSUM is a modern department store that offers leading international brands, new collections from famous designers and high end products – all under one roof. Here you can find the latest trends from Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Alessandro dell’Aqua, Costume National, Badgley Mischka, Valentino, Bottega Veneta, Longchamp, Jenny Peckham, Kiton, Lanvin, Michael Kors, Missoni, Ralph Lauren, Victor&Rolf and Vera Wang.

Trade House Moskva
31, Kutuzovskiy prospect
10:00-22:00
Moscow Trade House is a destination for luxury goods in Russia. Here you will find fashion brands like Brioni, Ermenegildo Zegna, Gucci, Dolce&Gabbana, Prada, Kiton, and Bottega Veneta. There is also a Harley Davidson showroom and a Mercury boutique, where designer watches and jewellery can be bought.

Hediard
7, Sadovaya-Kudrinskaya str.
10:00-23:00
This French gourmet store is relatively new to Moscow, although it is already a well-established Parisian brand. Most famous for its candied fruits, all 6,000 of its products are exquisitely presented and of the highest quality.


HEALTH AND BEAUTY

Aldo Coppola
19/1, Novy Arbat str.
31, Novinskiy blvd. 2, Europe square
1, Zhukovka, Rublevo-Uspenskoe highway
10:00-22:00
A first-class beauty salon offering its clients a range of services – from hairdressing to spa massage.

Dessange
31-33, Zubovsky blvd.
19, Bolshaya Gruzinskaya str.
14, Bolshaya Dorogomilovskay str.
150, Prospect Mira (Hotel "Cosmos")
43, Leninskiy prospect
10/16, Lesnaya str.
24/2, bldg 1, Tverskaya str.
1, Korobeynikov side-str.
58, Rublevo-Uspenskoe highway, Zhukovka village
8:00-22:00
Dessange beauty salons offer world-class hairdressing services from cutting and styling to colouring. The salons themselves are beautifully decorated to create a relaxed and pampering atmosphere. You will be also offered VIP rooms where you can take advantage of several services at a time, including hair treatments, face masks, manicures, and foot, shoulder and leg massages.

Guerlain
Le Royal Meridien National Hotel, Mokhovaya str., 15/1
Moscow Marriot Royal Aurora Hotel, Petrovka str., 11/20
Le Meridien Moscow Country Club, Nakhabino, Moscow Region
10:00-21:00
Guerlain’s luxurious Beauty Studios offer a pampering experience which includes total body skincare and grooming from highly trained beauty therapists, masseurs and manicurists.

Spa Palestra
4a, 2nd Peschanaya str.
29, Malaya Gruzinskaya str.
10:00-22:00
SPA Palestra offers traditional health and beauty treatments, including unique practices from different parts of the world, such as Indian Ayurveda, Indonesian and Himalayan medicine, and Russian flax wraps. The SPA Palestra menu offers more than 200 treatments for body correction, detoxification, stress neutralisation and strength recovery, plus more than 300 kinds of massage and patented treatments like the Fusion Spa and Oriental Mix Massage.

Tretyakov Spa by Anne Semonin
3, Tretyakovsky pass
11:00 – 22:00
This is the only salon in Moscow using exclusive natural French cosmetics by Anne Semonin. You will be offered a wide range of individual face and body phyto-aromatic treatments (including special "Jet Lag"), various types of massage, complex programs and cosmetological treatment.

ESPA
3m Tverskaya str. (The Ritz Carlton Moscow)
07:00-22:00 (treatments from 09:00-21:00)
Luxurious oasis of relaxation and harmony offering you 14 individual rooms for various treatments, a swimming pool, saunas and a fitness centre.


THINGS TO SEE

The State Tretyakov Gallery
Lavrushinsky side-str., 10-12.
10:00-19:00 (Tue-Sun)
Prosperous Russian merchant and art patron, Pavel Tretyakov collected a huge number of artworks of Russian artists and founded this public gallery. He left the collection and the gallery to the Moscow government and today we can enjoy masterpieces by Andrey Rublev, Ilya Repin, Makovskiy, Kiprenskiy, Aivazovskiy, Shishkin, Vrubel, Malevich, Kandinskiy and many others. There is a special section is devoted to ancient Russian icons.

Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
12, Volkhonka str.
10:00-19:00 (Tue-Sun)
10:00-21:00 (Thu)
The building was constructed as an ancient temple, and the idea of its founders was to create a place for students to see copies of Greek and Roman marble. Later it was decided to establish a museum and in 1937 it was named in honour of Alexander Pushkin. Today the museum presents a comprehensive collection of Western art– from Ancient Greek and Roman sculpture to Impressionism and Modernism. Here you can find masterpieces by Boticelli, Cranach, Rembrandt, Rubens, Van Gogh, Picasso, Chagall and many others. Special exhibitions of great artists such as Modigliani, Turner, Giacometti and others often take place.

Borodino Battle Panorama Museum
38, Kutuzovskiy prospect
10:00-18:00 (closed on Fri and last Thu of the month)
This museum presents a breathtaking panorama depicting the battle between the French and the Russian Armies in the War of 1812 painted by Franz Roubaud.

The Cathedral of Christ the Saviour
15, Volkhonka str.
10:00-18:00 (closed on last Thu)
This magnificent cathedral was built by Konstantin Ton as a memorial to the sacrifices of the Russian people. Unfortunately, it was ruined in 1930s and was only rebuilt in 2000 so you will not see the original paintings of the great Russian artists. This is the largest cathedral in the Orthodox Church and is impressive as an architectural monument.

Novodevichy Convent
1, Novodevichy pass.
10:00-17:00 (closed on Tue, Sun and 1st Mon)
This fascinating architectural complex dates back to the 16th and 17th centuries. With beautiful white crenulated walls and golden domes, this peaceful convent is situated near the Moskva River and features leafy tranquil gardens. The complex houses several churches and museums where visitors can view exhibitions of ancient Russian art. Many famous Russians and Soviets are buried in the adjoining Novodevichy cemetery, among them singer, Feodor Chaliapin, writers Gogol, Chekhov, Bulgakov and Mayakovsky.

Museums of Moscow Kremlin
Moscow, Kremlin
10:00-17:00 (closed on Thu)
The collections of the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Preserve, comprise of over 60,000 historical, cultural and artistic monuments. Only 3,500 are included in the museum’s permanent displays. The chronological frames are rather wide - from the late 3rd millennium BC to present day. The main part of the museum collection belongs to the period of the Russian Middle Ages and modern time.

The Armory Chamber
Opened on special sessions starting at 10:00, 12:00, 14:30, 16:30
The Armory Chamber is a part of the Grand Kremlin Palace’s complex. It preserves ancient state regalia, ceremonial tsar’s vestments and coronation dress, vestments of the Russian Orthodox Church’s hierarchs, the largest collection of gold and silverware by Russian craftsmen, West European artistic silver, ceremonial weapons and arms, carriages and horse ceremonial harness. The State Armory presents more than four thousand items of applied art from Russia, Europe and the East dating from the 4th to early 10th century AD. The highest artistic level and particular historical and cultural value of the exhibits have made the State Armory of the Moscow Kremlin a world-wide known museum.

The Annunciation Cathedral
For more than one and a half centuries, the Annunciation Cathedral had been the home church to Moscow great princes and Tsars. It was a part of the Great Princes’ Palace connected with its ceremonial and living quarters by a stair-passage.

Ivan the Great Bell-Tower Complex
The architectural ensemble of the Ivan the Great bell tower, the Assumption Belfry (Uspenskaya Zvonnitsa) and the Filaret's Annex have been the architectural cradle of the city for centuries.

The Assumption Cathedral
For six centuries the Assumption Cathedral has been the state and cultural centre of Russia; the inaugurations of Tsars and coronations of Emperors took place here. Bishops, metropolitans and patriarchs were inaugurated and statements and ceremonial documents were publicly read.

Architecture Museum
5, Vozdvizhenka str.
11:00-19:00 (Tue-Sun)
The first architectural museum in the world was founded in 1934. It represents more than a thousand years of Russian architecture.

Winzavod
1, 4th Syromyatnicheskiy pass.
11:00-20:00 (Tue-Sun)
The former wine factory today is the centre of contemporary art, uniting the leading Moscow galleries behind its red brick walls. Pobeda Gallery specializes in photography and regularly presents exhibitions of such masters as Rankin, Michel Comte, Ellen von Unverth and Michael Kenna. Aidan is one of Moscow’s oldest galleries, founded by famous artist Aidan Salakhova,  it promotes young artists.

Triumph Gallery
40, Novokuznetskaya str.
12.00-20.00 (Mon-Sat)
This bourgeois respectable gallery is located in a beautiful 19th century mansion. Inside you will find Damien Hirst, Chapman brothers, Rembrandt and plenty of Moscow artists.

Central House of Artists
10, Krimskiy Val
11:00-20:00 (Tue-Sun)
The largest space for art, uniting the 20th century art collection of the Tretyakov Gallery and the place for temporary exhibitions such as leading art fair - Art Moscow, Non Fiction Fair of Intellectual Literature, Antique Salon and many others.

Garage
19a, Obraztsova str.
Opened for special exhibitions
The architectural monument of constructivism – Konstantin Melnikov’s bus garage - recently became the Centre of Contemporary Culture, which was the idea of Daria Zhukova and Molly Dent-Broklehirst. The first project held in Garage was the triumphal retrospective of famous conceptualist Ilya Kabakov - The Alternative History of Art.

Gary Tatintsian Gallery
4, Ilyinka str.
11.00 - 19.00
In part a response to the changing social climate in Russia, Gary Tatintsian Gallery, Inc. has expanded to Moscow in a newly built gallery in a historic district near the Red Square in 2005. Incorporating five years of experience in Chelsea, New York, the gallery's program remains committed to promoting established contemporary international artists. The Gallery remains the only gallery in Russia reflecting the current discoveries and trends of Western Art.