Experience Moscow on Foot and by Metro
Moscow Walking Tour
Explore the heart of Russia’s capital with a unique walking tour designed for active travelers who want to discover Moscow’s historic centre on foot and by metro, without long waits in traffic or buses. This 5-day walking tour offers a deep dive into the city’s culture, history, architecture and everyday life — from the Kremlin to legendary neighbourhoods and lively streets.
About the Walking Tour
The Moscow Walking Tour is ideal for travellers who prefer to explore like a local — walking through iconic sites, using the Moscow metro to get around quickly and comfortably, and visiting places that define the soul of the city. With expert guides, you’ll follow curated routes that reveal the best of Moscow’s history and urban life.
5-Day Itinerary Overview
Day 1 — Arrival in Moscow
Arrive in Moscow and meet your guide at the airport. Transfer to your hotel, check in and relax. Enjoy free time to begin soaking in the city atmosphere.
Day 2 — Kremlin & Central Squares
Start with breakfast at the hotel and meet your guide.
Take the metro to begin your excursion with a visit to the Moscow Kremlin, the political and spiritual heart of Russia and one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Afterward, enjoy a walking tour of the central squares, including Manezhnaya, Theatre and Lubyanka squares — each a historic hub full of life, architecture and local stories.
Optional experiences include a folk show performance or dinner at the hotel.
Day 3 — Zamoskvorechye & Old Arbat
After breakfast, explore the charming district of Zamoskvorechye, a historic area of Moscow that combines quiet, old-world streets with beautiful churches and merchant estates.
In the afternoon, walk along Old Arbat Street, one of the capital’s most famous and historic pedestrian streets — rich with cultural stories and literary heritage. I
Optional excursions include a visit to the Moscow-City observation deck.
Day 4 — Science, Sports & Icons
Today’s walk focuses on sites associated with Russian achievements in science, sport and exploration. Starting near Moscow State University, named after Mikhail Lomonosov, you’ll visit iconic landmarks such as the university complex, Sparrow Hills and the legendary Luzhniki Stadium.
Enjoy another day of walking, learning and exploring this vibrant city.
Optional: Experience a performance at the famous Moscow Circus.
Day 5 — Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your departure. Your walking adventure in Moscow comes to an end.
Arrive in Moscow and meet your guide at the airport. Transfer to your hotel, check in and relax. Enjoy free time to begin soaking in the city atmosphere.
Day 2 — Kremlin & Central Squares
Start with breakfast at the hotel and meet your guide.
Take the metro to begin your excursion with a visit to the Moscow Kremlin, the political and spiritual heart of Russia and one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Afterward, enjoy a walking tour of the central squares, including Manezhnaya, Theatre and Lubyanka squares — each a historic hub full of life, architecture and local stories.
Optional experiences include a folk show performance or dinner at the hotel.
Day 3 — Zamoskvorechye & Old Arbat
After breakfast, explore the charming district of Zamoskvorechye, a historic area of Moscow that combines quiet, old-world streets with beautiful churches and merchant estates.
In the afternoon, walk along Old Arbat Street, one of the capital’s most famous and historic pedestrian streets — rich with cultural stories and literary heritage. I
Optional excursions include a visit to the Moscow-City observation deck.
Day 4 — Science, Sports & Icons
Today’s walk focuses on sites associated with Russian achievements in science, sport and exploration. Starting near Moscow State University, named after Mikhail Lomonosov, you’ll visit iconic landmarks such as the university complex, Sparrow Hills and the legendary Luzhniki Stadium.
Enjoy another day of walking, learning and exploring this vibrant city.
Optional: Experience a performance at the famous Moscow Circus.
Day 5 — Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your departure. Your walking adventure in Moscow comes to an end.
What’s Included
- 4 nights’ accommodation in a 4★ hotel in central Moscow
- Daily breakfasts
- Luggage handling at the hotel
- All transfers and transport per program
- Guided walking tours with local English, French, German, Italian or Spanish-speaking guides
- Entrance tickets where necessary
- Visa support letter upon request
Optional Extras
- Folk music and dance show “Zlatoust”
- Observation deck visit at Moscow-City
- Dinner at the hotel or local restaurants
- Circus performance
- Pre- or post-tour extensions (e.g., train to Saint Petersburg)
- Single room supplement
- Travel insurance and additional meals
Discover Moscow Like a Local
This Walking Tour of Moscow offers an unforgettable blend of cultural landmarks, historic neighbourhoods and metro-assisted exploration. You’ll walk the same streets where emperors, artists and revolutionaries once walked, all while enjoying the vibrant rhythms of modern Moscow.
