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Hotels, halal food, prayer spaces, things to do, and itineraries in Moscow.
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Must-see attractions in Moscow
From headline landmarks and heritage icons to parks, waterfronts, and major museums, discover 17 standout sights to build into your time in the city.
Moscow, capital of Russia, is one of the largest metropolises in the world with an ever growing population. Moscow is a place where life is constantly on the move- a fact which is reflected in the opening of new restaurants, clubs and shopping malls ever so often. It is a perfect fusion of ancient meets modern. Juxtaposed with the Cathedrals built as early as the 11th century and other historic structures such as the Kremlin and Museums, are other recently built chic and modern structures. Moscow is quite simply the historical, cultural, political as well as financial capital of Russia.
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Halal restaurants in Moscow
Moscow’s food scene is part of the city experience. Choose from 18 restaurants and food districts with location notes and planning tips.
moscowKrasnaya ploschad
This restaurant is located in the centre of Moscow and customers get a breathtaking view of Moscow from it. Tourists get a taste of traditional Russian food of excellent quality.
moscowCarré Blanc
Located in an 18th century mansion; this French restaurant is accompanied by a café which is reasonably priced compared with the former. Seafood is the specialty, but meat dishes are delicious as well.
moscowPrisoner of the Caucasus
This restaurant is named after a Russian film and the ambience is very much in keeping with this theme. Customers are given a taste of the cuisine of lands such as Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia, once under Soviet rule. Lamb dishes here are a specialty although there is a wide range of other dishes to choose from.
moscowCafé Pushkin
This restaurant provides outstanding service and offers a vast array of dishes to choose from. In addition to delicious appetizers and main courses the restaurant also offers delectable desserts. Customers are bound to enjoy the food as well as the atmosphere here.
moscowKorchma Taras Bulba
This restaurant takes its name from one of the main characters in a Gogol novel. The restaurant is fashioned like a Ukrainian house. Customers will be treated to melodic Ukrainian music which plays in the back ground but more importantly will be treated to delicious food. Many of the dishes are meat and vegetable based.
moscowDonna Clara
This restaurant offers quality food at affordable prices. Appetizing pastas, meat dishes, salads and desserts are listed on the menu.
Moscow masjids and Muslim travel
Landmark masjids and prayer-aware notes for visitors planning salah, family movement, and halal-friendly days.
Where to stay in Moscow
Choose where to stay by trip style, from landmark luxury and family bases to central, airport, and neighborhood-led stays.
moscowBaltschug Kempinski Moscow
This hotel is located in the neighborhood of Zamoskvorechie on the Moscow River. The hotel was built in 1898 and its rooms offer a stunning view of the Kremlin's domes and St. Basil's Cathedral. In room facilities include a mini-bar, a coffee maker, a fridge, a hair dryer, an iron, a safe, an AC and a TV. Hotel facilities include babysitting services, a children's centre, a game room, car rental service, restaurants, heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi, a health spa, massage services, laundry service, 24 hour room service and dry cleaning.
moscowHotel Savoy
This hotel is located near Kremlin and Red Square. It was built in 1912 and has a wonderful ambience reminiscent of pre- revolution Russia. In room facilities include a mini-bar, a fridge, a hair dryer, an iron, a safe, an AC and a TV. Hotel facilities include restaurants, heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi, a health spa, massage services, a salon, laundry service, 24 hour room service, dry cleaning and a shopping mall.
moscowMoscow Marriott
This hotel was opened in 1995 and has a central location. Contrary to appearances it is also one of the more family friendly hotels. In room facilities include a mini-bar, a coffee maker, a fridge, a hair dryer, an iron, a safe, an AC and a TV. Hotel facilities include restaurants, heated swimming pool, a health spa, massage services, a salon, laundry service, 24 hour room service, dry cleaning, babysitting services and a car rental service.
moscowHotel Metropol
This hotel is located in the vicinity of the Kremlin and Red Square. It was built in 1901 and provides a stunning view of the Kremlin along with the statue of Karl Marx at Revolution Square. Its architecture and furnishings are all historically significant. In room facilities include a mini-bar, a fridge, a hair dryer, an iron, a safe, an AC and Satellite TV. Hotel facilities include nightclub and casino, restaurants, swimming pool and Jacuzzi, a health spa, massage services, a shopping mall, 24 hour room service, laundry service and dry cleaning.
moscowPark Hyatt Ararat
This hotel is located in the neighborhood of the Kremlin and Red Square. It is the archetypal 21st Century luxury hotel. In room facilities include a mini-bar, a fridge, a hair dryer, an iron, a safe, an AC and a TV. Hotel facilities include restaurants, heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi, a health spa, massage services, a salon, laundry service, 24 hour room service, dry cleaning, babysitting services and a shopping mall.
History and today in Moscow
Read the city today, its history, residents, culture, and character before planning your route.
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When to go
The best time of the year to visit Moscow is during the summer season from June to August. The weather is also good during the months of September and October.
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Fast Facts
Location:: Located on the Moskva River in the Central Federal District, in the European part of Russia.; Local City Name:: Moscow; Area:: 1,081 sq km Dialing code: +7 Area Code: 495 Emergency Numbers: Fire: 01 Police: 02 Ambulance: 03
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Public Holidays
January 1:: New Year's Day; January 7:: Orthodox Christmas; February 23:: Defenders of the Motherland Day
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Annual Temperature
January: High -5 C° (24 F°) Low -8 C° (17 F°); February: High -4 C° (25 F°) Low -9 C° (16 F°); March: High 2 C° (36 F°) Low -5 C° (24 F°)
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Exchange Rates
The currency used in Russia is the Russian Ruble (RUB).
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Moscow residents
Moscow has a population of almost 12 million people. Apart from locals, a large percentage of Moscow residents consist of migrants from other parts of Russia and other states of the former Soviet Union. It is, thus, common to find Jews, Ukrainians, Tartars and other ethnic minority community members in Moscow.
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Moscow Today
Moscow, capital of Russia, is one of the largest metropolises in the world with an ever growing population. Moscow is a place where life is constantly on the move- a fact which is reflected in the opening of new restaurants, clubs and shopping malls ever so often. It is a perfect fusion of ancient meets modern. Juxtaposed with the Cathedrals built as early as the 11th century and other historic structures such as the Kremlin and Museums, are other recently built chic and modern structures. Moscow is quite simply the historical, cultural, political as well as financial capital of Russia.
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Shopping in Moscow
Explore 15 shopping stops, from malls, markets, and book bazaars to fashion streets and souvenir finds.
moscowGUM
This shopping centre is located in the vicinity of the Red Square. It is the most famous of Moscow's shopping centers. There are several clothes and shoe shops and many designer labels such as Christian Dior and Max Mara are housed under this roof.
moscowOkhotny Ryad
This is another of Moscow's famous shopping malls. It is located right outside the Kremlin and a range of international brands have set up shop here.
moscowThe Arbat
While much of what is sold here is over priced and readily available in other shopping areas, a few of the Arts and Crafts shops are worth the visit. Traditional Russian goods such as embroidered sheets/ linen and carved wooden boxes are available here. These are the shops worth stopping at in Arbat:
moscowEliseyevsky Magazin
This is a food emporium where expensive chocolates, vodkas, cookies and salted herring are available
moscowCentral House of Artists
Artists have put up their creations for sale on the ground floor of the museum.
Signature sights in Moscow
A curated pick of the city's standout sights, led by the strongest editorial recommendations.
Festivals and events in Moscow
Plan around 19 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.
moscowPushkin's Birthday
Russia's famed poet's birthday is marked by attending literary gatherings and readings of his work at the Pushkin Monument.
moscowProdexpo
This is a drink and food exhibition which is held annually in Moscow. It is the first of its kind in all of Russia. The venue is the Expo centre and companies from around the world exhibit their products. A number of contests are also held such as the Best Product Contest, the Best Wine Contest and the best Food Packaging Contest.
moscowMaslenitsa [Blini Day]
This festival lasts one whole week. This was an ancient Russian ritual that was resurrected only about six years ago. To welcome the season of Spring Muscovites all over the city make and eat pancakes along with their friends and families. Apart from this, they partake in other festivities as well such as drinking, dancing enjoying folk music, observing parades of Russian fairytale characters around the city and watching a scare-crow being burnt down. Steeped in symbolism, this festival gives an insight into Russian culture.
moscowPaskha (Easter)
Easter is observed in Kolomenskoye where a service is held in the Church of Ascension. Muscovites feel very strongly about their traditions and hence festivals like Easter are celebrated with fervor.
moscowVictory Day
This is an extremely solemn event contrary to what is suggested by its name. Russian soldiers and others killed during World War II are remembered on this day. War memorials are held all over the city with youngsters bearing flowers as a mark of respect. War veterans dressed in their uniforms also meet up telling tales about the battles they were a part of. The fireworks display at night is spectacular.
Moscow tours and experiences
Heritage walks, food crawls, coastal trips, museum circuits, family days, and guided ideas for an easier day out.
moscowOptima
These operators offer a variety of package deals that vary in terms of which sights will be visited and which vary as to the length of each tour. Usually tours last from anywhere between 2 to 7 days. These packages include hotel accommodation. Sights visited include the Kremlin, the Cathedrals around it, the Armory Museum, Tretiakov Gallery, Kolomenskoye and Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts. The tours are also classified into standard, superior and luxury- and prices vary accordingly. One unique feature of these operators is that they allow visitors to design their own tours- custom made tours allow tourists to visit every sight in Moscow that they don't want to miss.
moscowPatriarschy Dom Tours
These tour operators organize tours daily- they make sure that visitors do not miss a single landmark both inside Moscow and in the outskirts of Moscow. These tours take visitors around the Red Square and Kitai Gorod neighborhood, Bulvar ring and Tverskaya, the armory Museum, Novodevichy Convent and Cemetery, the Tretiakov gallery and the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. Craft shops, the White House, Moscow's monasteries, the Pushkin Art Museum and the Great Kremlin Palace are also on the list. These operators also organize day trips to Vladimir [the old capital of Russian] and Suzdal as well as to the town of Borovsk, home to many wonderful churches. Tourists should visit the mentioned website which provides all the details regarding the meeting place, the timings of the tour, and how to book tours online.
moscowCapital Tours
This company offers two basic tours. The first is the Kremlin Grounds, cathedrals and Patriarch's Palace tour.
moscowIntourist
Address: Stoleshnikov Pereulok Tel: 095- 923-8575
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