Moscow, Russia
Russian Federation
As the capital of Russia, this city offers museums, historic sites, and local cuisine.
📖 About Moscow
Moscow is the capital and largest city of Russia, standing on the Moskva River in Central Russia.
It has a population estimated at over 13 million residents within the city limits, over 19.1 million residents in the urban area, and over 21.5 million residents in its metropolitan area.
The city covers an area of 2,511 square kilometers (970 mi2), while the urban area covers 5,891 square kilometers (2,275 mi2), and the metropolitan area covers over 26,000 square kilometers (10,000 mi2). Moscow is among the world's largest cities, being the most populous city entirely in Europe, the largest urban and metropolitan area in Europe, and the largest city by land area on the European continent.
Trip Settings
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Total Budget
$2,436
$174 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers
📊 Daily Budget Distribution
Accommodation
$95 per night
Food & Dining
$38 per day
Local Transport
$16 per day
Entertainment
Budget Tips for Moscow
- Research local customs before traveling
- Compare prices online before booking
- Local food is usually cheaper and more authentic
- Public transportation saves money over taxis
Russia Facts
🏛️ Capital
Moscow
🌍 Continent
Europe, Asia
📐 Area
17,098,246 km²
📞 Phone Code
+73
💰 Currency
Russian ruble
₽ (RUB)
🗺️ Region
Eastern Europe
🗣️ Languages Spoken:
🕐 Time Zones (9):
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
33 sites in Russia
Kizhi Pogost
The pogost of Kizhi (i.e. the Kizhi enclosure) is located on one of the many islands in Lake Onega, in Karelia. Two 18th-century wooden churches, and ...
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The Solovetsky archipelago comprises six islands in the western part of the White Sea, covering about 300 km2 . They have been inhabited since the 5th...
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