Tourism in Moscow in winter

Winter – perfect time to visit Moscow. In the period from December to March, the capital is not only especially elegant and impressive, but also allows tourists to participate in various activities that are not available in other cities during the winter months. 

Events in winter in Moscow

New Year in the capital – one of the main events in winter. From the middle of the first month of winter, attractions, stalls with various holiday souvenirs appear in the city on the main squares, Christmas trees, shopping centers are dressed up.

Christmas fairs (start in early December), selling traditional Russian dishes right at the Kremlin walls – pancakes with caviar, pies and buns, felt boots and nesting dolls – all this will create a feeling of celebration and joy.

On New Year's Eve on Red Square, you can see not only enchanting fireworks, but also attend a concert. During the holidays, you should pay special attention to the festivals held.

For example, the Journey to Christmas festival is held at more than 80 venues in the capital. There are sledding and delicious food, and hot tea, and even master classes and sports competitions for participants. A «Ice Moscow» on Sparrow Hills will allow you to ride down the hill and see sculptures made of snow and ice, created by professional craftsmen.

Skating is available in many parks: «GUM Rink» accessible in any weather, with children it is better to go to Filevsky Park, and the VDNKh site will delight fans of ice dancing.

In February, you can take part in Epiphany bathing. They are held on a variety of equipped ice holes. The most popular places – Palace Pond, Lake Svyatoye, the water area of ​​the Khimki reservoir and others. 

Where to go

In winter, Moscow is beautiful not only during the day, but also at night. Snow-covered panoramas of ancient streets, elegant Arbat, as well as Red Square decorated for the New Year holidays, Manezhnaya Square – an ideal place for those who want to walk around the city on their own.

During the walk, you can enjoy the panoramas of the Patriarchal Bridge, the view of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, and when you get cold, you can go to the Tretyakov Gallery or the Pushkin Museum.

For those who have already been to these places, it will be interesting to visit the Submarine Museum; or "Bunker 42" – Museum of the Cold War on Taganka. For lovers of technology or for a family visit with children, museums of animation, military equipment, and automotive stories are perfect.

In the evening, it is best to go to the viewing platforms – Soaring Bridge, Sparrow Hills. If the weather does not allow walking in open areas and enjoying beautiful views, then you can appreciate the beauty of nighttime winter Moscow from the skyscrapers of Moscow City – it is cozy and comfortable here, and the view is no less beautiful.

When going to Moscow in winter, it is best to plan a visit for 2-3 days, because the winter capital is multifaceted and amazing, and in order to enjoy all its beauties and visit the most interesting places and events, you will need a lot of time.