4 days in Moscow Itinerary

Russia's political, economic, and cultural center, Moscow remains the most populous inland city in the world, famed for its colorful history and rich architectural heritage.

Visit Red Square and Saint Basil's Cathedral for their historical value. Moscow Kremlin and Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts will appeal to museum buffs. Get out of town with these interesting Moscow side-trips: Kolomna (Kolomna Kremlin & Museum Pastila Factory). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at State Tretyakov Gallery, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul at the Yauzkiye Gate, contemplate the long history of Kolomenskoye Historical and Architectural Museum and Reserve, and explore the different monuments and memorials at Tserkov' Uspeniya Presvyatoy Bogoroditsy V Novodevich'yem Monastyre.

For other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Moscow tour itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major aiports are Sheremetyevo International Airport, Domodedovo International Airport, Ostafyevo International Airport, Vnukovo International Airport and Zhukovsky International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 11°C in April, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can travel back home.