3-Hour Excursion to the Kremlin and the Armory

Visit two of the most famous places of Moscow: the area of the Kremlin and the Armory, one of the city's oldest museum.

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Highlights

Visit the Kremlin and the most famous buildings that are located in this area
Explore ancient cathedrals
Enjoy a visit to the Kremlin Armory

Description

This walking tour begins with a tour to Alexander Garden. Then, visit the Armory museum (with an audio guide). See the treasures of Russian rulers and the patriarch's vestry. More than four thousand items of applied art of Russia, European and Eastern countries from the 5th to early 20th centuries are displayed. The Armory is a collection of unique jewelry, ancient state regalia, coronation dresses, vestments of the Russian Orthodox Church’s hierarchs, golden carriages and knight armor. The most famous things in the museum are the Monomakh hat and the some of the fabulous and priceless Easter Eggs by Karl Faberge. After the Armory, you will have the opportunity to visit the Kremlin - an ancient fortress in the heart of Moscow, which was the residence of Tsars and communist leaders. Today it is the official residence of the Russian president and a symbol of Russia's power. See the Grand Kremlin Palace, Dormition Cathedral, Cathedral of the Archangel Michael, Cathedral of the Annunciation, the Patriarch's Palace, Church of the Twelve Apostles, Church of the Deposition of the Virgin's Robe and the bell tower of Ivan the Great.

Includes

Entrance tickets
English-speaking guide
Food and drinks
Souvenirs

Important Information

It is forbidden to take pictures in the Armory
You have to walk a lot, so wear comfortable shoes and do not forget the umbrellas (in Moscow it rains often)