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Moscow is the perfect destination for a city break thanks to its wealth of historical and cultural sights - enough to fill a week-long holiday several times over. One of the most popular attractions in Moscow is St Basil's Cathedral, which has long been a symbol of Russian culture in general in the eyes of the international community. The structure's colourful onion domes, gleaming spires and dazzling arches, all embodying an intriguing fusion of eastern and western design, are a must-see for those on a Moscow city break. Elsewhere in the Red Square lies the Kremlin, a fortress and palace surrounded by towers and housing an impressive armoury museum, while visitors can see the tomb of Lenin - complete with the leader's embalmed body - at the nearby mausoleum. History buffs will also want to visit the State Historical Museum, a magnificent building that is home to exhibits such as a longboat and a coin collection comprising about 1.7 million different pieces of coinage. Other popular sights consist of the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the largest such cathedral in the country, as well as the Triumphal Arch and the Novodevichy Convent and Cemetery. Fans of the arts should make sure their visit coincides with a ballet performance at the famed Bolshoi Theatre or a play at the Chekhov Moscow Art Theatre. The Tretyakov Gallery is one of the most impressive art galleries in the world, while kids and adults alike are sure to enjoy a trip to the Great Moscow Circus. Food lovers, meanwhile, will find much to delight their palates in Moscow's many restaurants, which serve cuisine ranging from traditional and modern takes on Russian fare to dishes from around Europe, Asia and the Americas. Just a few culinary highlights include Annyushka, a tram that travels around the Chistye Prudy while serving up simple cuisine and Cafe Pushkin, a high-end establishment offering only the best Russian and French food. In terms of nightlife, Moscow is well-stocked when it comes to bars, pubs and clubs for all tastes. Music lovers will also be interested to hear that the capital has numerous live venues catering for bands and artists of many different genres. Visit Intourist to book a Moscow city break or Moscow tour. Intourist has been opening the gates to travellers wanting to experience the enigmatic spirit of Russia, Ukraine and the Baltics for over 70 years. We have an extensive network of offices, hotels and suppliers and are proud of our unrivalled know-how and ability to provide you with the most reliable, up-to-date, specialist knowledge available anywhere on the market.
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