Free tour
The Heart of Moscow — Free Walking Tour
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Guru: Elena
Registered on 26 December 2025
Hi! I’m Elena, a professional tour guide and a fluent English speaker with a passion for history, storytelling, and coffee. Originally from Siberia, I moved to Moscow in 2005 to study at university. I fell in love with the city, stayed on, and discovered tour guiding along the way.
I’ve been working as a guide for many years now and consistently receive excellent reviews for my knowledge, enthusiasm, and engaging storytelling.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Join me for a free walking tour through the very heart of Moscow — a fascinating city where history meets culture. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors as well as curious travellers who want to understand the city beyond the surface.
During the walk, we’ll cover Moscow’s main highlights, including Red Square, the Kremlin, and Alexander Garden, while also stopping at lesser-known spots that reveal the city’s hidden layers. I’ll share stories and anecdotes you won’t usually find in guidebooks, point out small details that are easy to miss, and show you some of the most photogenic places along the route.
In around 2.5 hours, you’ll see many of Moscow’s treasures: the Kremlin walls with their imposing defensive towers and the iconic Stalin-era “wedding cake” skyscrapers, as well as architectural marvels such as the gold-domed Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and the marble pyramid of Lenin’s Mausoleum. We’ll explore Zaryadye Park, where urban life gives way to nature, and stroll through the legendary GUM department store. The tour will finish in Alexander Garden, near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Along the way, we’ll cover nearly 900 years of Moscow’s history — from Prince Yuri Dolgoruky, the city’s founder, to the Romanovs, the Soviet period, and modern-day Russia — placing landmarks in their historical and cultural context.
But don’t just take my word for it — come and experience Moscow for yourself!
🔹 Please note: The tour does not include entrance to any museums.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
In front of the Monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius on Slavyanskaya Square, near Kitay-Gorod metro station (Exit 10).
In front of the Monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius on Slavyanskaya Square, near Kitay-Gorod metro station (Exit 10). I’ll be waiting next to the monument with a yellow umbrella.
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Outside visit
Varvarka Street
One of Moscow’s oldest streets, Varvarka preserves layers of medieval history just steps from the Kremlin.
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Outside visit
Zaryadye Park
A modern park next to the Kremlin where contemporary architecture meets nature. Expect stunning panoramic views, layered history, and a glimpse into Moscow’s urban transformation.
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Outside visit
St. Basil's Cathedral
One of the most recognisable landmarks in the world, built in the 16th century and famous for its colourful domes and rich symbolism.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 1 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
