Historical center of Moscow

Excursion

Year-round

Group

2 hours

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Moscow is not only one of the world's largest cities, a political and economic hub, but also an ancient city with a rich historical and cultural heritage. During this walking tour, we'll explore Moscow's "old town," walk along the Kremlin's medieval walls, and learn the history of the country main square of the country. Why is it called "red"? What did it look like in ancient times? What legendary events took place there in the 20th century? We'll also visit the historic GUM shopping center and stroll to one of the oldest trading settlements, Zaryadye, now a park with a floating bridge. Passing St. Basil's Cathedral, creation of Ivan the Terrible, we'll conclude our tour with a visit to the Alexander Garden, one of Russia's first public gardens.

About the organizer

Oksana Chehovskaya

Certified guide

In Greek, the name Oksana means “hospitality.” For me, introducing visitors to Moscow’s history and landmarks isn’t just a job — it’s an honorable mission I’ve been fulfilling since 2008. My guests have included travelers from Europe, South America, the Arab world, and many regions across Russia. As a historian, I love sharing little-known yet fascinating facts and creating new routes for exploration. Over the course of my career, I’ve been awarded the Moscow Masters Diploma in the “Guide-Interpreter” category, ranked among the Top 200 Guides of Russia, and earned the title Master of Hospitality. But my greatest reward is still the bright eyes and heartfelt gratitude of my guests....

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