Mustt Things to Do in Russia
Enjoy Canal Tour

Choose from a daytime cruise through the Neva River and main canals, a dinner cruise on the Neva River, or a midnight cruise to get amused by the illuminated skyline and open drawbridges. Most of these canal trips include a guide and a recorded audio-guide.
Location: St. Petersburg Cruise Port Terminal, St Petersburg, Russia, 199226
Price: Starts from 400 rubles for adults

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Try Skiing At Red Valley

With its steep slopes, high altitude, well-maintained pistes, fast and convenient lifts, and quality apres-ski, skiing here is full of challenges and thrills. So if you are a real adventure fan then don't miss this great snow adventure opportunity amidst nature, regarded as the best things to do in Russia.
Location: Krasnaya Polyana, Bryansk Oblast, 354392 Russia
Visit Red Square

Over the centuries, it has served as the central marketplace and a place for hosting the Muscovite masses. Visit this place to discover great facts about the city and explore surrounding attractions like the Kremlin, Lenin’s Mausoleum, St.Basil’s Cathedral, etc., which must be included in the list of what to do in Russia.
Location: Krasnaya Ploshad, Moscow, Russia, 109012
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Price: 700 rubles (1,000 rubles with audio guide)


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Visit the Samara Embankment

Enjoy a leisurely stroll, or take a boat cruise on the Volga, or sit back and relax at the beach while soaking in the beauty of the surroundings, but do plan a visit to have some wonderful moments.
Location: Maksima Gorkogo St., Samara, Russia
Watch a Show at Samara Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre

With fabulous decorations, impressive stages, fine actors/actresses, flamboyant costumes, and great and wonderful themes, watching a show in this theatre is indeed amongst the most entertaining things to do in Russia.
Location: Ploshchad' Kuybysheva, 1, Samara, Samara Oblast, Russia, 443010
Timings: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm (ticket counter)
Pray at Saint Basil’s Cathedral

So, if you are thinking of what to do in Russia to enjoy a spiritual cum magical experience, do plan a visit to this ultimate symbol of Moscow.
Location: Red Square, Moscow, Russia, 109012
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Price: 700 rubles per adult

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Go to Moscow’s Kremlin

This heritage site comprises the Armoury Chamber and the architectural ensemble of the Moscow Kremlin. It is actually a city in the city and has several well-preserved monuments of the 14th – 20th centuries.
Location: Moscow, Russia, 103132
Timings: Thursday Off
Visit the State Hermitage Museum

Be it oriental masterpieces or impressionist treasures, the museum houses them all. It attracts visitors from all across the world to grab the sight of all heritage works! A majority of the bulk collection of this museum comes from the Winter Palace - the former house to the Russian Rulers!
Location: Palace Square, 2, St Petersburg, Russia, 190000
Timings: 10:30 am to 9:00 pm (Monday closed)
Price: 500 rubles per adult

Stroll at Kizhi Island

Kizhi becomes exceptionally beautiful during the northern summer. Visit Kizhi during summer to experience the unmatched charm of church domes glazing with a majestic phosphoric light. However, winter mornings also give a fairy tale setting to the churches.
Location: Republic of Karelia, Russia

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Enjoy a Show at Moscow Cat Theatre

The theatre was founded by veteran Russian clown Yuri Kuklachev in the year 1990 with a motive to entertain Russians with something unusual and scintillating. Offering a number of thrilling shows and performances, the theatre is a place of interest in Russia.
Location: 25, Kutuzovsky prospectus, Moscow, 121151, Russia
Timings: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm (ticket counter)
Marvel at the Glorious Amber Room

Though the original Amber Room was constructed in Prussia, it got shifted to Catherine Palace Russia after getting gifted to Russian Empire. It was considered as an "Eighth Wonder of the World" before it got looted.
Location: Catherine Palace, Pushkin, 196601 Russia
Timings: 10:00 am to 4:45 pm
Price: 700 rubles per adult
Visit St Isaac’s Cathedral

The church has a museum and impresses with its great collection of ancient works, marvelous facades, interiors, and architecture. Visitors can also enjoy the panoramic views of the city from the top of its dome.
Location: St Isaac's Square, 4, St Petersburg, Russia, 190000
Timings: 10:30 am to 6:00 pm (Wednesday closed)
Price: 250 rubles per adult
Marvel at Dargavs Village

The residents of the region who lived in the valley used to bury their loved ones with their clothes and belongings and build a stone crypt and a well at the place of burial. The crypts are 400 years old and attract visitors from across the world.
Location: Prigorodny District, Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia
Stopover at the Soviet Lifestyle Museum

The museum has a huge collection of items of the bygone era carrying a significant heritage and emotional value.
Location: Griboyedov Canal Embankment, 15, St Petersburg, Russia, 191186
Timings: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Price: 200 rubles per person
Take a Sea Route to the Olkhon Island

However, taking a sea route to Olkhon Island from Irkutsk is indeed amongst the dream activities to do in Russia that offers spectacular scenery and a lifetime sailing experience.
Location: Lake Baikal, eastern Siberia, Russia
Timings: Every Monday at 9:15 am (from 7th of July until the 24th of August)
Spend a Day in Vladimir, a Town Among the Golden Ring

Vladimir’s central square is famous for its grand cathedrals such as the UNESCO-protected Dormition Cathedral, splendid St Demetrius' Cathedral, and an architectural marvel Golden Gates. Other places worth visiting are the Knyaginin Convent, Moskovsky Prospekt, souvenir shops, museums, and restaurants offering traditional dishes.
Location: Vladimir oblast, Russia
Discover Psychedelic Salt Mines

Layers of carnallite create swirls of colors on the tunnel walls, making technicolor masterpieces throughout the rocks. The color spectrum varies from yellow, white, reddish to blue, and even completely colorless. This salt mine is now abandoned and only accessible with a government permit. Its labyrinthine yet colorful passageways stretch for miles and are worth a visit.
Location: Moskovskaya St, 49, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620014
Explore Golosov Ravine

After the renovation of the area in the years 2006–2007, well-paved paths and cobblestone stairs were constructed on its sides to make the area more tourist-friendly and easy to explore. Do include visiting this magnificent ravine in your list of what to do in Russia and have a memorable experience.
Location: Moscow, Russia
Things to do in Moscow
Go Ice-Skating at Gorky Park

Don't wait, strap on your ice skates and enjoy the sheer winter fun of gliding over the milky smooth ice amidst beautiful surroundings, illuminated paths, lovely crowds, and melodious music.
Location: Krymsky Val, 9, Moscow, Russia, 119049
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Attend an Event at Moscow Hermitage Garden

Be part of events like opera, ballet, or musical concerts, or spend some time with your kids at the children's playground or food stands, you will surely cherish those beautiful moments.
Location: Ulitsa Karetnyy Ryad, 3, Moscow, Russia, 127006
Price: 700 rubles per adult (includes entry to the Palace and Garden)
Shop at GUM

Located at the central Red Square, it is a one-stop destination for shopping at the finest luxury stores and also some reasonable local outlets. With several reasonably priced restaurants, supermarkets, souvenir shops, it is indeed a great place to visit with family or friends. From branded apparel, perfumes, accessories, toys, jewelry, books, to Russian handicrafts, GUM has plenty of stuff to satisfy the shopaholic in you!
Location: Red Square, 3, Moscow, Russia, 109012
Timings: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Relax at Sparrow Hills

A source of inspiration to literature lovers and art admirers, its serene surroundings and peaceful ambiance make it a great location to feel relaxed and rejuvenated. Moreover, Sparrow Hills unveil awe-strikingly beautiful scenes at night and eases your mind and soul.
Location: Ulitsa Kosygina, 28, Moscow, Russia, 119270
Explore Lenin's Museum

The museum also houses a biological laboratory that takes care of the mummified body and preserves it to its best. As this is a mausoleum, there are some rules that you need to follow while visiting this iconic place.
Location: Red Square, 3, Moscow, Russia, 109012
Timings: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday)
Enjoy a Refreshing Drink at Sisters Café

Do try its flavored lemonade or coffees that are the specialties of this cafe and prove their expertise in delicious and refreshing beverages. It also offers coffee tasting tours and gastronomy masterclasses that you can opt to learn about their fantastic coffee.
Location: Pokrovka St, 6, Moscow, Russia, 101000
Timings: 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm (Sunday to Thursday), 12:00 pm to 2:00 am (Friday and Saturday)
Visit the Tunnel System of Bunker-42

One of the thrilling aspects of this bunker is that you can even hire this bunker for any conference or role-play, and boom it with military laser shots.
Location: 5-Y, Kotelnicheskaya Pereulok, 11, Moscow, Russia, 115172
Timings: 1:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Price: 2200 rubles per adult
Things to do in St. Petersburg

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Take a bus trip from St. Petersburg to imperial Russia to go on the Peterhof palace tour. The palace is located at the south shore of the Gulf of Finland. Built as per the orders of Peter the Great, Peterhof Palace is sometimes referred to as the "Russian Versailles" and is a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a tour of its imperial palaces, garden and it’s the centerpiece, the Grand Palace during the tour Peterhof st Petersburg
What to expect from peterhof palace tour
Explore the magnificent Peterhof Palace
Explore the magnificent Peterhof Palace, a series of imperial palaces and gardens which served as the country residence of the Russian Czars during Peterhof palace tour
Marvel at the Lower Gardens
Go for a walk around the formal French-style Lower Gardens during Peterhof tour st Petersburg and admire its creative fountains such as the "Sun," "Umbrella" and "Adam" and "Eve." Visit the Golden Mountain and Chess Mountain, with its surface tiled black and white like a chessboard.
Visit the Grand Palace
Take a tour of the Grand Palace, which has been designed as the centerpiece of Peter the Great's personal Versailles complex during Peterhof tours from st Petersburg. Feel dazzled looking at the ornate interior of the Grand Palace, where more than 30 rooms of the palace have been adorned with rich décor with period pieces of furniture from the time of Peter the Great.
Learn about imperial Russia
Enjoy the services of a local guide of Peterhof tours from st Petersburg who will show you all the main monuments, such as the Grand Palace, numerous fountains and magnificent gardens of the imperial complex as well as narrate their history and tell you interesting facts about them during Peterhof palace tour
Know before you go:
Tickets & Variants:
Timings: Tour Starting time is at 1:00 PM
Duration: 5.5 hours (Guided tour of the palace and park:3 hours)
Meet Up Information:
Time: Starting time 1:00 PM
Location: At the crossroad of Nevsky Prospekt and Perinnaya street, at the ticket booth near the corner of the Gostiny Dvor market, opposite
the clock tower of the city Duma(near the metro station "Nevsky prospect")
How to get there:
By Metro: You can take the metro till the Nevsky prospect metro station and then walk to the location.
Child age: Children below the age of 15 years can avail of a child ticket
Watch the Opening of The Bridges

The mesmerizing view brightens up more with the scenic beauty of the Neva River and the illuminated skyline of the city. Don't miss witnessing the subtle beauty of the area during the night and capture some cherishable memories.
Stroll Around Peter and Paul Fortress

The finessed walls of the ancient fortress also offer a panoramic view all across the island. Tourists even like to enjoy sunbathing here during summers. Plan a vintage tour to this iconic destination that wouldn't just enthrall you but also make you fantasize about history!
Location: St. Petersburg, Russia, 197046
Timings: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Price: 1000 rubles per adult
Take a Walk at Summer Garden

Do plan a visit to this lush flower bed garden to enjoy a romantic walk with your partner or a relaxing stroll with family or friends and be mesmerized.
Location: Naberezhnaya Lebyazh'yey Kanavki, St Petersburg, Russia, 191186
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April: Closed
Explore Yusupov Palace

It retained its original interiors and offers an exquisite dive into historian regimes of the royals and riches of ancient times. The palace is close to a wooden theatre and the Moika River. Exploring the palace not only amazes with its grand appeal but with an unmatched natural beauty as well.
Location: Ulitsa Dekabristov, 21A, St Petersburg, Russia, 190000
Timings: 10:00 am to 7:30 pm (Thursday closed)
Visit the Leningrad Zoo

Explore the area to be mesmerized by the presence of over 2000 animals of around 410 species. It also houses infrastructure to facilitate biological studies and sciences. Plan a visit to this thrilling place to expand your knowledge and spend some great moments here.
Location: Park Aleksandrovskiy, 1, St Petersburg, Russia, 197198
Timings: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (Wednesday closed)
Price: 500 rubles per adult
Explore the Famous Plaza of Palace Square

Visit this square-shaped multi-story structure to explore the exclusivities and beauty of the Palace and surroundings or click a selfie with picturesque garden or river Neva as the backdrop.
Location: Palace Square, St Petersburg, Russia, 191186
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Price: 800 rubles per adult
Things to do in Yekaterinburg
Go to Ganina Yama Monastery

It now houses seven chapels that were later constructed in the memory of each member of the royal family and are dedicated to a particular saint or relic. Do plan a visit to this place, which is now a sacred place for all Russians that come here to pay homage to the royal family.
Location: Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 62002
Timings: 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
Price: 700 rubles per adult
Stopover at Church Upon The Blood

Annual celebrations and festivals like Tsar’s Days, pageants, Easter Week, etc. are held each year here in this church in Yekaterinburg, attracting visitors and devotees from all over Russia.
Location: Ulitsa Tsarskaya, 10, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620075
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Price: 250 rubles per adult
Plan a Trip to Yekaterinburgskiy Zoopark

Don't forget to explore the beautiful residents of all five pavilions in this zoo and learn about their life from the keepers of animals.
Location: Ulitsa Mamina-Sibiryaka, 189, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620026
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Price: 350 rubles per adult
Visit Keyboard Monument

Representing the great combo of western technological culture and traditional Eastern stone garden, it is indeed a great creation of Yekaterinburg artist Anatoly Vyatkin.
Location: Ulitsa Gorkogo, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620075
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Price: 250 rubles per adult
Marvel at Glavny Prospekt Art Gallery
Visit this marvelous place to discover the different cultural and scholarly realms, and the city's rich heritage. The POP ART exhibit, the Stone Museum, the Gutenberg site, Alvitr Gallery, are a few of the most fascinating sites at the museum that are worth discovering.
Location: Prospekt Lenina, 8, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovskaya oblast', Russia, 620014
Timings: 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Monday closed)
Check Out the Beatles Monument

The closeness of the Beatles and Russia is clearly depicted in this monument which sits smack in the center of two continents. Visit this place to feel the connection that the two shared and be amused by the unique charm.
Location: Ulitsa Gorkogo, 8, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620075
Stroll Around Plotinka

The dam was originally built using larch wood and used to provide power to a nearby hydraulic metallurgical forge. The original walls as well as some parts of the buildings are still preserved and are attraction centers of the place. Do include this place in your bucket list of things to do in Yekaterinburg City and have some pleasurable moments.
Location: Prospekt Lenina, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620014
Visit Sevastyanov’s House

The palace was the residence of Sevastyanov before 1880 after which it was owned by the district court, commissariat for labor and trade unions. In 2008, it was renovated and made the official residence of the President of the Russian Federation in Yekaterinburg.
Location: Prospekt Lenina, 35, Yekaterinburg, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, 620075
Have Some Fun at the Aquapark Limpopo

There is a food court plus bar to satisfy the hunger pangs and thirsty souls, while the spa center offers a range of therapies and massages to soothe aching muscles. And for the guests coming from other cities, an arrangement for accommodation is also there. All in all, it offers a complete package of fun, indulgence, and relaxation.
Location: Ulitsa Shcherbakova, 2, Yekaterinburg,
Timings: 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Price: 1700 rubles for a day per person
Things to do in Nizhny Novgorod
Take a Ride in the Nizhny Novgorod Cableway

Delight your eyes with nature's beauty while you save on both your travel time and money!
Location: Bor, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia, 606440
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Stroll by the Volga River Banks

The river is also renowned as the historic cradle of the entire region and the hub of huge public celebrations and major festivities. Stroll leisurely along the captivative and lively banks of Volga River to be mesmerized by the stunning scenery and watch numerous cruise ships cross its banks. Its banks are also home to various cafes, amusement parks, and party halls! So, thrill yourself with the embankment of Volgograd at Volga River!
Explore the Sakharov Museum

Depicting the story of Sakharov, who was earlier a nuclear physicist, this museum is also a hub to various public debates. Explore the place to learn about this Human Rights Advocate or get mesmerized by some military weapons displayed in this wonderful storytelling museum.
Location: Zemlyanoy Val St, 57, ???. 6, Moscow, Russia, 105120
Timings: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm (Monday Closed)
Get Worked Up at the Chkalov Stairs

Climb up the stairs to enjoy panoramic views from the top and capture beautiful pictures of surroundings to share with friends.
Location: Nizhny Volzhskaya Embankment, Nizhny Novgorod, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia, 603001
Visit the National Centre of Contemporary Art
This institute also holds historical importance, symbolizing the Russian transformation into contemporary art. It hosts various vivid exhibitions and festival programs. Its exquisite center is also home to several interesting books, periodicals, and catalogs of fanatic art!
Location: Zoologicheskaya Ulitsa, 13, ???. 2, Moscow, Russia, 123242
Timings: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (Monday to Friday)
Price: 100 to 200 rubles
Explore the Kremlin, a Historical Architecture

In the present times, it is explored as a cultural hub to various colleges, restoration workshops, and a wonderful library. Explore this amazing picturesque fortress and collect beautiful memories.
Location: Catherine Minin and Pozharsky Square, Nizhnij Novgorod, Nizhegorodskaya, Russia
Timings: 6:00 am to 12:00 am
Have Fun With the Kids in the Limpopo Zoo

A great place for visitors for all ages, it entices everyone and houses various play areas and rides as well.
Location: Ulitsa Yaroshenko, 7?, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia, 603035
Timings: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (Monday Closed)
Price: 500 rubles per adult
Things to do in Kazan
Seek Blessings at Temple of All Religions

Seek the blessings of the Orthodox Church, Mosque, Synagogue, and many more temples at one place at this iconic destination.
Location: Ulitsa Yaroshenko, 7?, Nizhny Novgorod, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia, 603035
Timings: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (Monday Closed)
Price: 500 rubles per adult
Visit the Kazan Kremlin

Its sandstone structure and magnificent leaning Söyembikä Tower are additional exclusivities of this citadel that make it unique and different from other fortresses present in and around the city.
Location: Ulitsa Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia, 420014
Timings:
10:00 am to 6:00 pm (Tuesday to Sunday) (Monday Closed)
10:00 am to 8:00 pm (Fridays)
Price: 100 - 200 rubles per adult
Discover Local Tatar Culture

To unleash and learn more about the Tatar history, you can also explore the old Tatar Quarter. Even the Kaban Lakes are extraordinary, and reflect the Tatar Heritage. Do not miss on munching the local Tatar food, and feeling the exquisiteness of the Tatars!
Enjoy a Riverboat Ride

You can choose from 3 daily cruises, which run at conventional timings, to enjoy the beauties of the city’s skyline from an altogether different perspective.
Wander at Millennium Park

Include this Millenium Park in your Kazan itinerary while planning your activities to do in Russia and be astonished by the lush sceneries, offering a nature escape from the city's chaotic life.
Location: Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia, 420107
Visit the Sacred Site of Kul Sharif Mosque

This mosque can hold about 1500 people, all at once, making it a grand worshipping place in Russia. The exquisite and pleasing dome architecture of this mosque also adds a unique appeal to the structure and is the center of attraction.
Location: Ulitsa Sheynkman, Kazan, Respublika Tatarstan, Russia, 420014
Timings: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (Monday Closed)
Go to Cathedral of the Apostles Peter and Paul

Not just religious, it also opens windows to the nation's glorious heritage and history and attracts visitors and devotees from all across the world.
Location: 21 Musa Jalil Street, Kazan Russia, 420014
Timings:
8:00 am to 7:00 pm