Stop At: Kremlin in Izmailovo
The territory of Izmaylovo complex accommodates up to 5 000 people in the major holidays and festivals. Great atmosphere, unique architecture, Russian crafts and architecture are all waiting for you here!
Neighboring the Vernissage is the Kremlin at Izmailovo, which is a symbol of Russian old times. It develops and preserves Russian culture, crafts and traditions.
The Tsar's Palaces
The stunning white stone towers from 16th - 17th centuries. You will admire the colored tiles of those old days.
The tour is customizable and may be modified or extended based on your preferences. Your private local guide will meet you in the hotel lobby.
Stop At: Izmailovsky Market
The flea market gives you a wide range of Russian stuff to buy: frames, samovars, bronze ware, Russian clothes, military antiques, coins, badges, vintage jewelry, laces, books, records, ceramics, porcelain, occasional furniture.
Don't forget to treat yourself with a traditional drink whether its tea, deer milk or vodka! Go to the Chocolate shop, a place of pure temptation even if you aren't a sweet tooth person.
All the shops are usually open until 3 pm.
Traditional Russian crafts (optional, not included in price):
You may opt to attend a lesson of traditional Russian painting of a matryoshka doll or a master class of pottery making.
After the tour you may wish to stay a little longer at the flea market for more shopping, or else your guide can take you back to your hotel or any centrally-located place in Moscow.
A visit to the Izmaylovo flea market is like visiting the historical museum: endless rows of colorful items and accessories of the past two centuries, dresses, kerosene lamps, dishes, silverware, toys, samovars, irons, old frames, and many other unique items.
Different architectural styles will make you feel like you are traveling through the ages. Enjoy the travel into the past!
Stop At: Vernissage
The largest, world-renowned exhibition of the objects of art and applied art, created 25 years ago for artists, designers, craftsmen and artisans. Here you will find a wide range of Russian antiques, Asian souvenirs and taste national cuisine from distinctive locales of Russia and other former Soviet countries.
The complex includes:
Street crafts with the works of artists from Zhostovo, Palekh, Gzhel, Sergiyev Posad and other Russian cities
Artists Alley which exhibits the works of over 100 artists, some of whom are honored Russian artists
You can also drop into the Russian Navy base History Museum, Museum of Bread, Museum of Russian Vodka, Museum of Russian folk toys, Pottery, Blacksmith Yard.
