Russia · Evening

Private Tour: Moscow by Night with Friendly Local Guide

3 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Moscow. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private evening tour of Moscow with a friendly local guide
  • 02 See Red Square and the Kremlin area illuminated at night
  • 03 Walk through historic central streets including Tverskaya and Kamergersky Lane
  • 04 Visit GUM for people-watching, window shopping, coffee, or signature ice cream
  • 05 Take in views from Patriarch Bridge over the Moskva River and Christ the Saviour Cathedral
  • 06 Explore Alexander Garden, the Eternal Flame, and the Grotto
  • 07 Enjoy panoramic city views from Sparrow Hills near Moscow State University
  • 08 Flexible itinerary that can be modified to suit your preferences

See Moscow in a different light on this private evening tour through the city’s historic heart. Walk with a friendly local guide past illuminated landmarks including Red Square, Alexander Garden, GUM, and the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, while hearing stories that bring the city’s past and present to life.

Along the way, enjoy atmospheric streets and lanes, waterfront views from Patriarch Bridge, and sweeping panoramas from Sparrow Hills near Moscow State University. With a flexible itinerary and private format, this experience is ideal for travellers who want a more personal introduction to Moscow after dark.

See Moscow in a different light on this private evening tour through the city’s historic heart.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Moscow
Languages English, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Stop At: Red Square

Your private guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel at 7pm and customize your itinerary, if you like. The itinerary may be modified to meet your preferences. Timing is flexible.

7.30pm Begin the tour at Red Square to re-enact the times of Ivan the Terrible and picture yourself in Middle Ages. 

Pass By: Kremlin Walls and Towers

Get inspired by the Kremlin walls and the views of the Kremlin fortress from the Big Moskvoretsky Bridge.

Pass By: Bolshoy Kamenny Bridge (Greater Stone Bridge)

As much as romantic it is, this area is older than Moscow itself! Breathe in the history, ambiance and fresh breeze.

Stop At: GUM

If you like people-watching and window shopping, we're heading to fancy GUM. Have a quick espresso stop in GUM, which hasn't changed a bit for the last 126 years. If sweet is your thing, don't miss a signature ice-cream in GUM, produced with a Soviet design and flavor.

Pass By: Tverskaya Street (Ulitsa)

8.00pm Enjoy a fun walk through the historical city center with your friendly local guide. It is an amazing street stroll consisting of Tverskaya Street and cute lanes.

Stop At: Kamergerskiy Lane

Discover historical paths that have a rich choice of cafes and bars: Kamergersky lane, Kuznetsk Bridge, Petrovka Street, Stoleshnikov lane.

Pass By: Bolshoi Theatre

See the Bolshoi theater, the oldest hotels of Moscow - National and Metropol

Stop At: Kitai-Gorod Wall

Enjoy the ancient Kitay Gorod wall, the Tretyakov passage.

Pass By: Romanovskiy Obelisk in the Alexander Garden

Check out the Romanov Obelisk, Kremlin walls and tower, Manege and Lenin's Library, one of the largest libraries in the world.

Stop At: Patriarshy Bridge

Afterwards, take the beautiful city bridge that leads to Muzeon and Park for stunning views of Christ the Savior Cathedral, the Moskva River and Kremlin from Patriarch bridge.

Stop At: Aleksandrovskiy Sad

8.30pm Check out the sights around the Kremlin to catch up on history, watch people or simply get those special night shots in the very heart of Moscow and Russia. See Alexander Garden, the Eternal Flame, the Grotto.

Stop At: Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

9.00pm Then off to see the largest Orthodox cathedral in the world - Christ the Savior Cathedral. See what the fuss is about and learn interesting facts like what the cathedral has gone through since it was built in 1883, and how much of gold the dome of the cathedral contains. You'll be surprised. 

Stop At: Sparrow Hills (Vorobyovy Gory)

9.30pm Next, visit the city view deck on Sparrow Hills in front of Moscow State University. From Sparrow Hills, you are able to view Stalin skyscrapers, also known as Seven Sisters. Built in 1950s, the Stalin skyscrapers are unique landmarks and historic reminders of the Soviet times. Listen to fun facts and stories about Soviet times and find out who actually built Moscow State University. Shocking!

Pass By: Lomonosov Moscow State University (MGU)

Enjoy the scenic views from one of the best observation platforms in Moscow

Pass By: Old Arbat (Stary Arbat)

If you opt to visit Arbat instead, you won't regret. Fun and entertainment mecca, with bohemian cafes, hipster parties, myriad of souvenir shops and artsy galleries.

10.00pm Complete the tour with an icy beverage in a nightlife hotspot like Etazh or Dandy Cafe. Or if you like, get back to the hotel to savor the memories.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Moscow. 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All taxes
  • Friendly local guide
  • Private walking tour
  • Multiple start times available
  • Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
  • Iconic places for photo shoot
  • Flexible customizable itinerary
  • Must-see attractions and off the beaten path
  • Meeting in the hotel lobby

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks (if any)
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Private walking tour with the use of metro
  • Please indicate prefer start time in comments when booking
  • The tour can be modified to meet your preferences
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Lobby of your hotel. Please provide the exact name and address of your hotel. Your guide will meet you at your centrally-located hotel, hostel or vacation rental You don't need to call to confirm the tour. The local supplier will contact you via email

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Moscow.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Moscow.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Moscow..

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