Tours & Sightseeing in Russia

Moscow is a huge city and you can easily get lost if you don't know where you're going. Avoid the hassle of asking for directions or using a map while exploring with this Old Moscow private walking tour. Spend time at the Red Square, Alexander Garden, Cathedral of Christ the Savior, and GUM, and get personalized recommendations from your guide about places to visit on your own.

Check out more than 20 of Moscow's must-see sights on this private tour that provides an introduction to the city's culture and history. Visit attractions such as Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, Sparrow Hills, Victory Park, and Moscow State University with a private guide who helps you gain insight into both major landmarks and off-the-beaten-path locations.

This unique tour is dedicated to the revolution which not only changed Russia, but the world. Discover the all the secrets of the most defining moment of the 20th century!Meet your guide in the hotel and depart a Metro Ride to the first museum of the day!Historical park "Russia - My History". Multimedia exposition "Russia - my history" are devoted to 1000-year period of the Rurik and Romanov dynasties reign and also "The XX century. From Great Upheaval to a Great Victory".Next we will take you to the the State Central Museum of Contemporary History of Russia (former Museum of October Revolution).After short ride with Metro you are here. The name of the square is derived from the word krasnyi (red), which meant beautiful in Old Russian.From here you walk inside the Moscow Kremlin. The Kremlin is an official residence of the President of the Russian Federation and the President's office.

Experience Russia's capital first-hand on a private walking tour. Join an expert guide for a look into Moscow history beginning with the Kremlin, which means 'fortress inside a city.' See the Soviet-style State Kremlin Palace and magnificent Cathedral Square, home to some of Russia's most notable Orthodox churches. Continue to Red Square where you'll find the onion-domed St. Basil's - one of Moscow's most iconic structures - and GUM, a famous Russian department store. Next up, visit Lybyanka Square to view the former headquarters of the KGB, followed by a stroll along Myasnitskaya Street.

Get to know the 'Venice of the North' on a private full-day tour of St Petersburg, complete with skip-the-line Hermitage entry. Start with a sightseeing overview of the city, stopping at such landmarks as Peter and Paul Fortress"•the birthplace of St Petersburg"•St Isaac's Cathedral, Palace Square and the onion-domed Church on the Spilled Blood. Enjoy lunch at a traditional Russian restaurant (optional), then set out for a visit to the Hermitage Museum"•home to the planet's largest collections of paintings, including works by iconic artists like Monet, Rembrandt and van Gogh.

Delve into Moscow's thriving modern art scene and hip urban culture on a 3-hour walking tour. With an expert local guide, explore some of the city's flagship arts spaces and artisanal hotspots. Visit ArtPlay, an former factory turned contemporary art hub; explore the galleries and installations at the Winzavod arts complex; dive into a rare vinyl collectors' shop and more. As you walk, hear about Moscow's cultural landscape from your guide, peruse arty shops and enjoy a snack and drink at the city's only vegan caf e, a true hipster hangout.

Delve into the world of Russian fine art with a guided tour of the State Russian Museum. Enjoy convenient, skip-the-line access to this superb collection of Russian art that spans over 1,000 years. See some of the museum's most renowned paintings, sculptures and more including the 12th-century painting, Angel with Golden Hair, and Karl Brullov's The Last Day of Pompeii, learning about these incredible works of art from your guide as you go.

Learn the story behind Faberg e and the Russian jeweler's limited number Faberg e eggs on a private tour of St Peterburg's Faberg e Museum. Join an expert guide on a fascinating look into the museum's collection, which includes 9 stunning and unique imperial eggs created exclusively for Russian tsars. Other artworks range from snuff boxes to classic Russian paintings. The museum is located within St Petersburg's neoclassical Shuvalov palace.

Discover the Russian capital on this full-day tour of Moscow. See famous landmarks like the New Maiden convent, the Kremlin, the Armoury Chamber, the Moscow metro, and the State Tretyakov Gallery. Learn about the tumultuous history of the nation with informative commentary from your guide and get a well-rounded view of its culture, heritage, and politics during the tour.

Experience Moscow's Kremlin, the heart of the city, on a private half-day walking tour. Wander among this fortified complex to see the legendary churches of Cathedral Square, marvel at the Grand Kremlin Palace and enjoy a guided visit to the Armoury Chamber—home to approximately 4,000 artifacts dating all the way back to the 12th-century. Look for the works of Russian goldsmiths and silversmiths, Catherine the Great's coronation dress and even an ivory throne once belonging to Ivan the Terrible.

Skip the typical sightseeing tours for a completely different way of seeing Moscow on this retro scooter tour. In a small group, zip around the city on a two-wheeler while taking in the sights of everything from Moscow's most famous attractions to colorful street artworks that most visitors miss.

See Moscow through local eyes on this intriguing 3-hour city walking tour. Check out iconic must-sees such as Pushkinskaya Square, Red Square and the colorfully domed St Basil's Cathedral; and pair them with revealing detours into places only Muscovites know. With your knowledgeable guide, leave the beaten track to sample the city's favorite fast food, visit an atmospheric Russian Orthodox church, and discover tucked-away haunts often missed by visitors. Along the way, hear about Moscow's imperial and Soviet days, and learn fascinating facts about everyday life in today's city.

Give St. Petersburg's architectural treasures the attention they deserve on a full-day walking tour, with a private guide all to yourself. Traveling by foot and metro (own expense), experience all the must-sees and some lesser-known landmarks of the city center. Take in Palace Square and the Hermitage and Winter Palace; see the Church of the Spilled Blood, and stroll down Nevsky Prospekt and river banks to see palaces, cathedrals, bridges, and more.

Create the perfect keepsakes of your time in Moscow on this private 3-hour photo shoot tour. With a professional photographer, visit the city's famous or lesser-known sights for picture-perfect shots. Pose by St. Basil's Cathedral and the Kremlin, or have your photos taken at leafy parks, monuments, and panoramic viewpoints - the chosen sights can be tailored around you. Afterward, receive a full set of finished photos, including 10 professionally edited shots, as mementos.

Delve beneath Moscow to see the city's Soviet-era metro stations on a 3-hour tour, with an expert guide. Explore several beautiful stations, including Revolution Square, learning how they were built to showcase Soviet success during the mid-20th century. Admire palatial halls filled with statues, bas-reliefs, mosaics and stained glass; and discover the propaganda and stories behind each station. Return to street level, enjoy some traditional 'blini' pancakes, and ride a trolleybus to see the 'Seven Sisters,' Stalin-built skyscrapers also intended to glorify the Soviet state in the 1940s and 1950s.

Explore Moscow with your own private guide, and discover a range of sights during a 3-hour walking tour. Taking in famous landmarks and off-the-grid gems that few visitors see, the tour is the perfect introduction to the Russian capital and its history. See Red Square; stroll through Moscow Old Town; and visit the Muzeon Sculpture Park, home to a sculpture of Pinocchio. Finish with a river cruise or museum visit at your own expense.

Explore two of St Petersburg's artistic and architectural highlights on this 3-hour walking tour, with a knowledgeable guide. Ogle the eye-popping, multi-domed Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood, and head inside with your guide to appreciate its opulent interior. Then, enjoy a guided tour of St Petersburg's Russian Museum, the world's largest repository of Russian art. Admire some of the wonderful 400,000 art treasures dating from the 10th century as your guide shares their stories and secrets.  Enjoy a personalized atmosphere on this small-group tour, limited to six people.

Enjoy a private walking tour of Russia's capital city with a visit to Red Square, one of Moscow's most iconic sites. Learn Moscow's fascinating history from your expert guide while exploring some of the city's most impressive landmarks. Marvel at the onion-domed cathedral of St. Basil's, see Lenin's Tomb and visit the stunning State Historical Museum, which exhibits artifacts of Russia history from the Paleolithic period through today. This immersive 4-hour excursion includes round-trip hotel transport.

Recall the days of Russia's tsars on an 8-hour private Tsarkoye Selo tour from St. Petersburg by public transport. Opt for bus, subway, train, or taxi travel (own expense) with a private guide, and visit Tsarkoye, the country estate of Russia's royals from the 1700s. Skip the line and tour the Catherine Palace, including its world-famous Amber Room, and view Catherine Park and Alexander Palace's exterior. Entrance fees and multiple departure times included.

Bypass the main lines to the Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg and enjoy a 2-hour tour with a private guide. With your skip-the-line VIP ticket, head inside the museum, once a winter home of Russia's Romanov tsars, and see the highlights of the five gala rooms as you discover their history. Learn about the Romanovs' cosseted lives, admire the best of the world-famous art collections, and behold the sumptuous d ecor. As your tour is private, ask your guide in advance if you wish to tailor the itinerary around your interests.