Things to do in Moscow
My blog is about travel tips and ideas on what to do in Moscow on holiday: Where to go with children, What entertainment is available, Best shopping places, Famous parks and more.
Moscow Attractions, Activities
Updated August 2025
Cable car Teleferik
20 minutes two-way cable car ride across Moscow river.
Here you can see Moscow State University, Football stadium of World Championship 2018 and the city view.
Nearby zipline, café, green alleys.
Mondays starts at 4pm. Runs until 9pm.
Moscow River Cruise
Age: 0+
Great way to see Moscow's main landmarks from luxurious Radisson Flotilla yacht.
This is a non-stop, round trip cruise. Runs all year around. Ticket does not include meal.
Standard Class Ticket $30
Royal Class Ticket $40
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays live band
Children 3-12 yo. $25
Private 2-way Transfer to/from Cruise
From/to Arbat Stars Hotel or Arbat Street $50
From/to any other location in Moscow $100
Standard Class Ticket $30
Royal Class Ticket $40
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays live band
Children 3-12 yo. $25
Private 2-way Transfer to/from Cruise
From/to Arbat Stars Hotel or Arbat Street $50
From/to any other location in Moscow $100
Summer Moscow River Cruise
Age: 0+
1-hour Boat Cruise from Gorky Park or Luzhniki
Available from May - October
Tickets are only sold online $15
City Panorama
Visit 89 floor of Moscow City Business Center.
Enjoy city view and unlimited free Russian ice cream!
Keep in mind weather conditions. During snow, fog or heavy rain you will not see anything!
Fly over Moscow
Minimum height: 120 cm
Thrilling 5D Experience
Film that gives you a feeling of flying above Moscow's most famous landmarks. See Moscow in summer and winter, day and night, feel the rain and get so close to the fireworks that you can even smell it!
Duration 15 minutes. Must purchase tickets in advance.
Planetarium
Closed on Tuesdays
Age: 6+
Most technologically advanced planetarium in Europe.
Watch an educational film "Motion of Earth" in the grand dome theatre to learn about our planet. Learn why day changes to night, how seasons change during the year. It's a unique opportunity to see our planet from space.
Duration: 50 minutes. Must purchase tickets in advance.
Ferris Wheel
Age: 0+
Biggest Ferris Wheel in Europe.
Great way to see Moscow from the birds-eye view!
Nearby:
• Sea-world museum and show
• Illusion Center:
- House upside down
- Mirror and Ribbon maze
- Horror room
• Free playgrounds
• Former Kremlin Car Garage
• Fountains and landscape design
• Cafés and restaurants
• Illusion Center:
- House upside down
- Mirror and Ribbon maze
- Horror room
• Free playgrounds
• Former Kremlin Car Garage
• Fountains and landscape design
• Cafés and restaurants
Outdoor Karting
Age: 8+
Outdoor Karting is a fun sport activity for kids and adults. Experience is not required. Must book time-slots in advance.
Operates all year long.
Forest Rope-Park
Minimum height: 90cm, 35kg
Park Meschersky is only 30-45 minutes from city center.
It's a great getaway from hot summer sun and an opportunity to enjoy the smell of pine trees. If you like walking and outdoor activities, this is a perfect place!
• Free children playgrounds 0+
• Rope-park for kids and adults ($20-$50/person)
!! Must have interpreter for safety and challenge instructions - $55. Contact us for help.
• Bicycle rental (2 hours $20)
• No-engine boat rental
Barefoot Trail
Age: 0+
Closed on Mondays
Challenge yourself to walk nature trail without shoes!
Trail has 23 different types of covering: soft wood chips, stone, gravel, sand, pine cones, water and more.
Trail has 23 different types of covering: soft wood chips, stone, gravel, sand, pine cones, water and more.
Adventure Tours
Pre-arranged private tours
