Questions tagged [moscow]
Moscow, the capital city and the most populous federal subject of Russia.
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Travelling to Russia with a visitor visa without staying at the hotel mentioned on the voucher? [duplicate]
I am planning to travel to the Russian Federation from mid-May to mid-June from Canada. I am applying for a tourist visa that is valid for 30 days. I got my voucher that is required for issuing the ...
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Registration in Russia [duplicate]
My Russian visit goes like this: I arrived on the evening of the 19th. I am here in Moscow, until Tuesday 26th when I am heading to St. Petersburg. Staying there for four nights, on 29th I am back to ...
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Where in Moscow is/was this 1980 Olympics logo sculpture located?
The photo below (source) was purportedly taken in 1980 in Moscow.
Exactly where in Moscow was the photo taken? Is the sculpture of the 1980 Summer Olympics emblem in the background still standing at ...
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In Moscow, who can be inoculated with the Sputnik V vaccine? [closed]
On German TV, there are reports that in the shopping mall GUM (ГУМ) in central Moscow anyone who walks in and shows a passport can be inoculated with the Russian Sputnik V vaccine against COVID-19.
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How can I see a moose in the wild in Moscow?
I'm a student learning the Russian language and going to visit Moscow after the pandemic, and I've read on the Internet that there's a population of moose living inside that city. In particular, the ...
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Is it snowing in Moscow in January/February 2020?
There have been some reports that Moscow has seen the warmest winter this season (2019/2020) and that "fake snow" had to be brought in! Is this true? Has the situation changed? If we're planning to ...
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Combined attraction pass for Moscow and St Petersburg
I know of separate attraction (city cards) passes for Moscow and St Petersburg, but was wondering if a combined pass exists that I can use both in Moscow and St Petersburg?
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As a retired UK citizen will I be able to buy discounted museum tickets in Moscow?
I am a retired UK citizen travelling to Moscow.
In UK I am able to buy museum tickets at the lower price (senior citizen price).
Will I be able to buy museum tickets at the lower price or get a ...
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Can I still travel on the Troika Card even if it goes into a negative balance?
On the London Oyster Card, you can go into a negative balance. TFL introduced a one more journey option.
I was wondering if there are any similarities between this and the Moscow Troika Card. One ...
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Is tap water in Moscow safe to drink?
I will be travelling to Moscow, Russia and I want to fill my water bottle at my accommodation (no built-in filters). I have been hearing some myths that this tap water is unclean and unsafe to drink.
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SVO airport to Bibirevo by public transport
I am visiting my grandparents in Bibirevo. What is the quickest way to get from SVO to Bibirevo by public transport during the day time (around 2 PM)?
I want to avoid taxis as they can be expensive.
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Moscow SVO airport, how to avoid scam taxis without pre-booking?
Is there anyway to tell scam taxis in SVO airport, Moscow without pre-booking? I can't pre-book due to the fact I can't use my phone abroad (receiving SMS messages/calls which is required to book a ...
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What ride-hailing companies operate in Moscow as of 8/2019? [closed]
We're a family of 5 traveling to Moscow this summer. It appears that sometimes, hiring a 6 sit cab might be cheaper and far more convenient than using wearisome public transportation.
What ride-...
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"Only in Russia" or "Only in Moscow" attractions in Moscow [closed]
For our upcoming trip, I'd like to plan some less-known places, like "only in Russia" or "only in Moscow" style, besides the trivial places like Kremlin, MGU or Tretyakovka.
Maybe riding a bear or ...
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How long does it take to visit VDNKH in Moscow in summer 2019? [closed]
For a family with 3 kids 14-18, how much time should be allocated for a visit to the VDNKH amusement park, and what attractions are must-see?
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