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Laissez la Famille Loiselle vous guider

Vers un monde d’une grande beauté...les îles mingan, partez en excursion aux îles mingan avec la famille loiselle :, destination secteur ouest : île nue, île aux perroquets, îles de la maison et du wreck, grande île et île quarry..

Prenez part à une aventure nature à bord de l’un de nos bateaux Le Perroquet (12 passagers), Le Macareux (12 passagers) et Le Loup-marin (12 passagers) et laissez-vous guider par un capitaine d’expérience aux couleurs locales. Les bateaux sont sécuritaires, confortables et permettent un contact privilégié avec la mer et les diverses espèces marines. Vous vivrez une expérience inoubliable. C’est aussi un rendez-vous dans un environnement d’une grande beauté fragile. Le secteur ouest de l’archipel de Mingan est privilégié par la présence des mammifères marins, une faune ailée charmante, une flore luxuriante et des sculptures de roche qui semblent garder l’endroit depuis des décennies. Le royaume des macareux vous attend, les phoques, les rorquals, les monolithes… Notre équipage vous fera vivre des moments riches en émotions à travers un circuit de pures découvertes ou une randonnée spéciale à bord du Loup-marin . Un service de bateau-taxi est aussi disponible.

Des excursions pour combler votre soif de découverte

Nous vous offrons deux types d’excursions en mer : le circuit « Pure découverte » dans le secteur ouest de l’archipel de Mingan et la randonnée spéciale à bord du Loup-marin. Vous pouvez choisir la durée d’excursion qui vous convient.

Circuit « Pure découverte »

D’une durée d'environ 3 h 30, ce circuit vous fait découvrir la faune ailée du secteur ouest de l’archipel de Mingan, dont les macareux, les petits pingouins, les eiders à duvet, et l’île aux Perroquets (escale : 1 h), les îles de la Maison et du Wreck, ainsi que l’île Nue (escale : 1 h), ses monolithes et ses particularités. Sur les îles, un guide de Parcs Canada vous accueille et interprète pour vous les beautés exceptionnelles de cet environnement naturel unique au Québec. Ce circuit comporte deux (2) escales. Départs : 8 h, 11 h 45 et 15 h 30. Un minimum de 4 adultes est requis.

• Catégorie Tarif régulier* taxes incluses Tarif en forfait* taxes incluses
• Adulte 86,25 $ 77,60 $
• Enfant (2 à 12 ans) 63,25 $ 56,90 $

* Le tarif comprend les taxes (TPS et TVQ), mais ne comprend pas le droit d'entrée exigé par Parcs Canada. Les tarifs sont modifiables sans préavis et peuvent différer de ceux présentés ici. En cas de différence, le prix affiché à la billetterie a préséance.

Forfaits Excursions et hébergement

Envie de combiner votre excursion de pure découverte à un séjour chez la Famille Loiselle? Faites l’expérience de séjourner chez la Famille Loiselle et découvrez le Camping de la Minganie, ses roulottes et ses cabines, ainsi que les Condos de la Mer, vous obtiendrez un rabais de 10 % sur le circuit régulier « Pure découverte ». Pour en savoir plus, visitez la section Camping et hébergement ou communiquez avec nous. Contactez-nous!

Randonnée spéciale à bord du Loup-marin

Larguez les amarres pour une randonnée d’observation d’une durée de 1 h 30, à bord de la barque du pays communément appelé « speeder ». Le capitaine-interprète vous fera découvrir les plus beaux attraits du secteur ouest de l’archipel de Mingan. Des paysages naturels d'une rare beauté, dont l'île Nue, l’île aux Perroquets, les macareux, les phoques, les rorquals... Un contact privilégié avec un environnement marin hors du commun. Cette randonnée ne comporte aucune escale. Plusieurs départs par jour. Un minimum de 6 passagers est requis. Tarification à partir de 55 $

Un service de bateau-taxi pour explorer à votre rythme

Pourquoi ne pas s’offrir un contact privilégié avec la nature : un pique-nique, une randonnée, un camping? La Famille Loiselle offre aux visiteurs autonomes, aux randonneurs et aux campeurs un service de bateau-taxi. Pour un séjour qui sort de l’ordinaire et rempli de découvertes, campez dans la réserve de parc national de l’Archipel-de-Mingan sur l’île Nue, Grande Île et l’île Quarry. Tarification Établi en fonction de la destination et du type d’activité. Départs selon la demande. Un minimum de 4 adultes est requis vers l’île Nue et 6 adultes vers Grande Île et l’île Quarry. Possibilité de noliser le bateau pour des événements spéciaux, des groupes... ou pour le travail. Tous les départs s’effectuent en face de l’église, voisine de nos installations du 207, rue de la Mer à Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan. Pour le camping sur les îles, assurez-vous d’avoir réservé votre emplacement auprès de Parcs Canada .

Des activités en plein air à saveur de mer

Les forfaits excursions et hébergement.

Envie de combiner votre excursion à un séjour chez la Famille Loiselle? Faites l’expérience de séjourner chez la Famille Loiselle pour découvrir le Camping de la Minganie, ses roulottes et ses cabines, et les Condos de la Mer, et obtenez un rabais de 10 % sur le circuit régulier « Pure découverte ». Pour en savoir plus, visitez la section Camping et hébergement ou communiquez avec nous. Contactez-nous!

Une activité savoureuse… la dégustation d’oursin fraîchement pêché

Lorsque les conditions de la mer sont favorables, la Famille Loiselle vous invite à déguster de l’oursin fraîchement pêché. Un moment savoureux au cours de votre excursion... des souvenirs de la mer inoubliables. Cette activité est gratuite et très appréciée de notre clientèle.

Ramenez un peu de Minganie chez-vous… nos boutiques de souvenirs

La Famille Loiselle est fière de proposer des souvenirs de vacances de qualité : artisanat local, bijoux, sculptures, peluches, vêtements, souvenirs et plus encore. Les souvenirs de vacances sont disponibles aux endroits suivants :

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Boutique du Camping de la Minganie

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Kayak de mer Noryak Aventures

Noryak offre des excursions en kayak de mer dans l’archipel de Mingan. De ½ journée à 4 jours, pour débutants ou experts, familles ou groupes, venez pagayer avec des guides professionnels et passionnés qui vous feront vivre l’environnement exceptionnel de l’archipel de Mingan.

Pour les kayakistes ou canoistes qui veulent pagayer sur la rivière Magpie, Noryak vous offre un service de transports de bagages. Autres services sur demande, contactez-nous pour plus d’information, Aussi disponible: Location de kayaks de mer et location de Fatbikes pour randonné sur les plages.

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Les Excursions du phare

"a unique experience", discover a spectacular place, the mingan archipelago, live the adventure of a tour/cruise from longue pointe de mingan.

Ready for an adventure? We offer trips from May 1 to September 30 on the St. Lawrence River, in the western sector of the archipelago. Come breath the salt air alongside our experienced captains who will share the history of the islands and you will live a moment of escape, relaxation and culture.

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• Price per child (under 6)
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• Stop on île aux Perroquets
• Presentation of the lighthouse
• Stop on île Nue
• Stop on Grande île
• Educational fishing-sea urchin
• Observation of marine animals

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Le Phare II

*Prices are per person and do not include entrance fees to Parks Canada, the GST and QST.

Le Phare III

Le randonneur i, le randonneur ii, sea excursion - the grand tour.

Sea excursions depart from Longe-Pointe-de-Mingan. Non-stop tour in the western sector - the tour of 5 islands, lasting 2 hours to admire the islands, see the puffins, the monoliths and all that the sea can offer us. A minimum of 6 people on board.

Sea Excursion - The Lighthouse I

Sea excursions depart from Longe-Pointe-de-Mingan. Each boat has a maximum capacity of 12 people. The excursion lasts approximately 3.5 hours. During the trip, an educational demonstration of sea urchin fishing is carried out. Once on board, head to Île aux Perroquets under the theme: An island, a lighthouse, birds... 1 hour stopover with a Parks Canada interpreter including a presentation of the Île aux Perroquets lighthouse. A favorite spot for observing seabirds. Among these, the Atlantic puffin is unquestionably the one that steals the show. His little clown look and his brightly colored beak make him one of the most fascinating birds on the islands.

Then, everyone on board, destination Île Nue (1 hour stopover), under the theme "Beyond appearances..." stopover of one hour, accompanied by a Park Canada interpreter. This island is a unique place to admire the forces of nature. Northern landscape similar to the tundra, its appearance is bare, where only a few small shrubs and monoliths seem to have taken root there. Back safely with your head full of exceptional landscapes and unique encounters with Atlantic puffins, gray seals, minke whales...

Sea Excursion - The Lighthouse II

Sea excursions depart from Longe-Pointe-de-Mingan. Each boat has a maximum capacity of 12 people. Daily departures are at 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. The excursion lasts about 3h30. Direction La Grande Île, this island has two sectors of exceptional monoliths. Enchanting site and breathtaking decor.

Walk along the coast which will allow you to admire a rich and diversified flora and fauna - visit of the monolith Le Château, 1h30 stop accompanied by the captain interpreter and stop 1 hour for the visit of the monolith Le Zoo.

Back safely with your head full of exceptional landscapes and unique encounters with Atlantic puffins, gray seals, minke whales...

Excursion at sea - The Randonneur I

Sea excursions depart from Longe-Pointe-de-Mingan. The Le Randonneur I - Île Nue de Mingan excursion is specifically designed for trail hikers.

Île Nue de Mingan offers a tundra-style landscape, which makes it a unique and fragile place, you will be amazed by its bare appearance. The main attractions are the remains of Basque ovens, monoliths, sea birds, shore plants.

Sea excursion - Le Randonneur II

Sea excursions depart from Longe-Pointe-de-Mingan. The Le Randonneur II - La Grande Île excursion is specifically designed for trail hikers.

Your walk on the coast of La Grande Île will also allow you to admire a rich and diversified flora and fauna.

Tailor-made adventure for photography enthusiasts or for birdwatching trips

We offer a special rate for photographers and ornithologists in addition to offering a water taxi service. Contact us for more information. Prices do not include Canada Park admission fees.

Traveling with your family?

Ask us about our package rates for families.

Bird or nature photography? Birding trip?

We offer a special rate for photographers and birdwatchers as well as offering a water taxi service. (A minimum of 6 persons is required). Contact us for more information. Prices do not include entrance fees to Parks Canada.

Notice to hikers and campers!

We can offer a water taxi service to hikers and campers who wish to visit the islands of the archipelago. Pricing is on site depending on the direction you choose and the number of participants (a minimum of 6 persons is required). Prices do not include entrance fees to Parks Canada.

Here is the list of islands we serve and activities that are permitted:      - Île Nue : Campers and hikers      - Île Quarry : Campers and hikers      - Grande île : Campers and hikers      - Île aux perroquets : Enchanting site to an ornithologist and photographer

Cancellation and refund policy:

Due to the size of our business, cancellations have a significant impact. Therefore, our policy is strict, as a last minute cancellation leaves us little time to resell the excursion places..      - If you cancel with 48 hours notice, 25% of the total cost is non-refundable .      - If you cancel the same day or if you do not show up at the scheduled time for the excursion, no refund will be given.

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Souvenirs Archipel Mingan inc. Les Maisonnettes des Îles 126, rue de la Mer Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan, Québec G0G 1V0 Telephone : 418 949-2302 Toll Free Number : 1 877 949-2302 Fax : 418 949-2071 E-Mail : [email protected] REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE Tourist accommodation establishment: Number 113735

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4 days in sea kayaking in the heart of the Mingan archipelago

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About the experience

Take an extraordinary 4-day, 3-night trip to the Mingan archipelago thanks to Noryak Aventures! Every day, from a base camp established on the Big Island, explore the wild and fascinating nature of this north coastal sector by sea kayak. Contemplate limestone islands, marine birds and mammals as well as monoliths ( There you will find the largest concentration of erosion monoliths in Canada!), then return to camp to enjoy seafood and local products around a good fire. Finally, admire the starry sky before falling asleep peacefully in a comfortable tent.

Accommodation layout: campsite on the Mingan Archipelago national park reserve (platform to set up a tent, dry toilet, rudimentary propane shower, fire ring common to the group)

This experience offers

Expédition guidée de 4 jours et 3 nuits dans l’archipel de Mingan:

• 3 nuitées dans une tente sur la réserve de parc national de l'Archipel-de-Mingan
• Formation de base sur le kayak en mer de 30 à 40 minutes
• 4 journées en kayak double (2 à 6 heures de kayak par jour selon la météo)
• 10 repas cuisinés à partir d’aliments locaux: 3 déjeuners, 4 dîners et 3 soupers
• Déplacement en Zodiac de Havre-Saint-Pierre vers la Grande Île de l’archipel de Mingan
• Équipement fourni: tente, tapis de sol, combinaison isothermique, manteau coupe-vent, manchons de kayak, sacs étanches pour vos appareils électroniques et vos vêtements de rechange
• 1 produit du terroir à déguster (Exclusivité Outgo)

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• Expérience estivale valide à quelques dates précises en 2023: 3 juillet, 17 juillet, 24 juillet, 31 juillet et 6 août (selon les disponibilités)
• Heure de départ: entre 8h30 et 9h00 selon la météo et les marées
• Expérience réservée aux 12 ans et plus
• Nécessite une condition physique modérée (capacité de participer à une journée de randonnée)
• Jumelage avec d’autres participants pour les groupes de moins de 6 personnes (max. 12 personnes par groupe)
• Réservation requise, veuillez suivre les instructions indiquées sur votre passeport électronique Outgo

About your host

Noryak Aventures vous offre de voyager au cœur des territoires sauvages et spectaculaires de la Minganie, sur la Côte-Nord. Partez à l’aventure en compagnie de leurs guides passionnés de la faune et de la flore pour découvrir la beauté des paysages nord-côtiers et de savoureux produits du terroir. Les expéditions de Noryak Aventures vous promettent de vivre une expérience grandiose qui stimule tous vos sens!

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Maritime Transport Services

Mingan archipelago national park reserve.

Please note that these private companies act independently in matters of maritime transport and assume full responsibility for their services. Parks Canada provides this information as a guide and is not responsible or liable for any errors therein.

Private companies recognized by Parks Canada offer a variety of transportation services to the islands from Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan and Havre-Saint-Pierre. One of them will surely meet your needs!

Most boat operators are in operation from June to September. Some companies are also in operation before and after these dates. Schedules and routes are subject to change at the beginning and end of seasons. We ask that you contact the boat owners directly to verify the schedules and obtain more information.

All interpretation activities are presented in French, although some are available in English upon request and availability of staff.

Departures from Havre-Saint-Pierre

Departures from longue-pointe-de-mingan.

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Réserve de parc national de l'Archipel-de-Mingan

L'archipel de Mingan, située sur la Côte-Nord du Québec, abrite la plus grande concentration de monolithes au Canada. Alors que baleines et phoques s’amusent au large, les quelque mille îles et îlots fascinent grâce aux plantes arctiques-alpines et aux colonies d’oiseaux qui les peuplent.

Excursion en mer - îles Quarry et Niapiskau

Des monolithes à profusion et une mosaïque d'habitats naturels.

Excursion en mer - Île aux Perroquets et île Nue

Des monolithes, de l'histoire, un phare et des oiseaux marins.

Hébergement en Ôasis

Passez la nuit dans un hébergement en forme de goutte d'eau.

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le kiosque d’accueil d’Aguanish : Horaire d’ouverture Du dimanche au samedi De 8 h à 17 h Du 29 juin au 19 septembre 2020

Fermé : Le centre d’accueil et d’interprétation de Havre-Saint-Pierre. Le centre d’accueil et d’interprétation de Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan. Le kiosque d’accueil de Baie-Johan-Beetz.

Ouvert du 8 juin au 30 septembre 2020 Horaire complet

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Moscow: City Sightseeing by Car/Bus

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Visiting a new city is akin to going on a first date, it is something you will never forget. Many people imagine Moscow as just a bunch of sporadic landmarks: Red Square, the Kremlin, Lenin’s Mausoleum and GUM. There is so much more to this wonderful city than that and even though we only have a few hours, we will do all we can to show you everything we know and love about our capital in one fell swoop. We will take you on a journey through the ages, from centuries ago, right up to the modern day, soaking in the sights of this vast and bustling metropolis. Bright, luxurious and both ancient and modern at the same time, Moscow invites you on a date you’ll never forget!

On our sightseeing bus tour of the city, you will see:

• The wonderfully historic city centre and its unique museums, magnificent cathedrals, the exquisite Chambers of the Romanov Boyars and of course, the famous towering red brick walls of the Kremlin, The charming beauty of the Alexander Garden awaits the capital's guests - a lush green oasis in the midst of the glass and concrete clad metropolis, basking in the etherial aura emanating from the whitewashed stone walls of the restored Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the world- renowned fairytale onion domes of St. Basil's Cathedral and other impressive monumental buildings such as the library built in Lenin's honour - the Russian State Library - and the State Duma.
• The Lubyanka KGB headquarters is notorious to members of older generations and although nowadays, the face of the secret police has changed dramatically, the looming enigmatic building on the waterfront maintains its aura of mystery, shrouded in a variety of murky rumours and dark myths. Then, there’s another of Moscow's main attractions - the marvellous Bolshoi Theatre, yew simply cant leave Moscow without taking in its breathtaking architecture. Engrained in the fabric of Russia's cultural heritage, virtuoso performers such as prima ballerina Galina Ulanova, opera singer Feodor Chaliapin and pianist, composer and conductor Sergei Rachmaninoff once stood centre stage of this vaunted institution.
• The memorial complex on Poklonnaya Hill was constructed in the glory and honour of our heroes who defended our nation in the many crucial battles of the Great Patriotic War (WWII). This is a place that embodies a particularly acute and inextricable link between older ancf younger generations. Moving on to the Moscow International Business Centre, not dubbed ‘Moscow City' for nothing, a true glimpse of the future in the present. This incredible, rather jaw-dropping project in the capital has shown that Moscow has come to accept the age of the skyscraper. Finally, the stunning views from the observation deck at Sparrow Hills will leave professional and amateur photographers alike itching to capture them. How could one resist?

The most beautiful of all the world's cities - lady Moscow invites you out on a date!

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St. Basil's Cathedral

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Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

Vorobyovy Hills

Poklonnaya Hill Poklonnaya Gora

Moscow-City

Alexander garden

Russian State Library

Bolshoi Theatre

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Moscow travel guide

Moscow tourism | moscow guide, you're going to love moscow.

Moscow is sometimes known as "The Third Rome" and it doesn't disappoint. With the amazing architecture and history behind some of the buildings, it's the perfect combination of contemporary mixed with historic.

Everywhere from the Moscow Business District to the Red Square will have some beautiful building or park and a plethora of delicious Russian food options. You'll be immersed in history everywhere you go, but you'll also see the signs of modern-day tsars.

The people of Moscow are welcoming and kind and can't wait to show you everything their city has to offer.

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Moscow

1. it's a history buff's paradise.

Moscow has a rich history, and not just from the time of the USSR. If you love history than the stories behind every building, landmark, and road in Moscow will have you chomping at the bit for more. Be sure to take a historic tour of the city.

2. It's an Architectural Dream

Moscow's architecture is unmatched, and the design and colors of every building are breathtaking. Visit the Kremlin, built in the 15th century, or Saint Basil's Cathedral from the 16th century.

3. Art Galleries and Museums Aplenty

There's nothing quite like Russian art, and Moscow is home to some of the world's most impressive collections. Be sure to visit the Tretyakov State Gallery or if you're into something more modern, the ARTPLAY Design Center and Flacon Design Factory.

4. The World-Renowned Subway Stations

Not many cities can claim their train stations as a drawcard, but the Moscow subway, built in 1935, is truly like walking through a royal castle. You can only imagine the engineering that went into building something so complex and impressive.

5. The Russian Theater

Probably the biggest draw to Moscow is the Russian Theater, which hosts everything from plays to ballet. The Bolshoi Ballet Company is among the most well-known symbols of Russia and experiencing this in person is incredible.

What to do in Moscow

1. moscow kremlin: russia's must-see.

The first stop in Moscow is the Red Square - home to the iconic St. Basil's Cathedral with its multicolored domes, and the gateway to the Kremlin. Just past Lenin's Mausoleum, this fortified citadel was built for royalty. Overlooking the river, it boasts a density of cathedrals and palaces behind thick walls. Step into the State History Museum and the Museum of Fashion for contrasting but equally enthralling Russian learning opportunities, or enjoy a stroll through the Aleksandrovsky Garden.

2. Bolshoi Theatre: The Show Must Go On

The Bolshoi Theater is a historical gem. This grand institution has hosted the famous Russian opera and ballet for centuries, and the performances have never lost their grandeur. The most talented opera singers and ballet dancers keep coming from Russian schools. Naturally, it is the ultimate venue to immerse yourself when it comes to traditional performance. The little sister to the Bolshoi, Maly Theater, is just across the street.

3. Cathedral of Christ the Saviour: A Worthwhile Reconstruction

This Orthodox Christian church was one of the tallest in the world until it was demolished by Stalin in 1931, as he planned to have the "Palace of the Soviets" built. Of course, this idea never came to fruition, and the Cathedral of Christ the Savior was certainly significant enough to rebuild. Since 1997 it has become a huge attraction for its beauty as well as a symbol of the country's tumultuous history. The golden domes shimmer from across the city, and the interior is fabulously colorful.

4. Gorky Park: Where Everyone Comes out to Play

This "Central Park of Culture and Leisure" lives up to its self-proclaimed title, boasting newly renovated recreation zones for visitors of all ages. For the ultimate experience, hop on the Sokolnicheskaya Metro Line and get off at Park Kultury to walk over the Crimean Bridge - the first thing you will see is the Main Gate of Gorky Park. From amusement rides to ice skating rinks, activities abound. Not to mention the simple delight of strolling by the river or lounging on the grass.

5. State Tretyakov Gallery: One Thousand Years of Art

The largest collection of Fine Russian Art in the world is found in Moscow's Tretyakov Gallery. National glory is celebrated across the halls of this museum, giving artists a platform when their work is often overlooked in foreign collections. Particularly telling are the modern art galleries, which exhibit political art created largely in response to the fascinating and tumultuous history of Russia over the 20th century.

Activities & attractions in Moscow

Where to Eat in Moscow

Moscow is great for food of all types. There are high-end dining restaurants, some of which are world renowned, but there is also a lot of tasty street food and mid-range dining as well. For a luxury experience, try Savva in the city center, but expect to pay anywhere from ₽1,590 to ₽3,200 for a main. If you opt for street food, you'd be looking at paying around ₽400. For some lovely mid-range dining experiences great for solo travelers, couples, or families, check out Chaikhona No. 1 in Pushkin or Mari Vanna in Tverskaya. Mains here will be around ₽700 to ₽900. Drinks vary in price, but a beer will usually cost somewhere around ₽300.

When to visit Moscow

Deciding when to visit Moscow depends a lot on your budget and your durability. Russian winters are incredibly harsh with temperatures that reach below zero on some days and winds that will chill you to your core. This kind of weather isn't for everyone, but in the summer the temperatures can reach the high 80s. Shoulder seasons are a great time to experience Moscow because the temperatures are mild enough to enjoy the sights. Summers will always cost more because it's a peak travel period.

How to Get to Moscow

Most visitors come into Moscow by plane. The main airports are Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Domodedovo International Airport (DME), and Vnukovo International Airport (VKO). Sheremetyevo International is approximately 20 miles from the center. The best way to get into Moscow is by the Aeroexpress, which costs ₽500. Domodedovo International is around 28 miles away. To get into the city, take the train from the Paveletsky Rail Terminal for ₽470 rubles. Vnukovo International is about 19 miles from the city, and you can take the train for ₽470.

Although there are quite a few trains into Moscow from other European cities, it's not a particularly popular mode of transport since the journeys are quite long. There are nine train stations in Moscow, but the main one is Leningrad Station. The main train route is the overnight train from Warsaw on Russian Railways, which costs around ₽9,000.

The M1 goes into the city from the west and the M7 goes into the city from the east. Moscow has two circular highways around it, the Third Ring Road and MKAD. This makes it easy to approach the city from any angle once you get in from the M1 or M7.

Similar to the train, approaching Moscow by bus isn't a very common way to get there. However, Lux Express has many routes to Moscow. You can travel from Riga, Tallinn, Berlin, Warsaw, Minsk, Budapest, and more.

Airports near Moscow

Airlines serving moscow, where to stay in moscow.

When it comes to accommodation, Moscow has a little bit of everything. It does luxury beautifully, with stunning 5-star hotels dotted around the city with breathtaking views, such as the Ritz Carlton in Tverskaya, or the Ararat Park Hyatt Hotel in the city center. If you're after budget options, there are plenty of mid-range hotels such as the Hilton, and many excellent hostels, such as the Davydov Hostel in the Arbat district.

Popular Neighborhoods in Moscow

Tverskaya Street - this area north of the business district is one of Moscow's most popular. Famous for its amazing cafes, nightclubs, and overall nightlife, this is the suburb to be in for a fantastic party time.

Petrovka - east of Tverskaya lies this district, which is a perfect upmarket area for boutique shopping. You'll also find lots of historic sights here like two ancient monasteries.

Arbat district - although this district is very touristy, its colorful appearance and cute eating establishments make it a lovely area to pass some time without spending a fortune.

Where to stay in popular areas of Moscow

Most booked hotels in moscow, how to get around moscow, public transportation.

The public transportation routes in Moscow are excellent with a very well-connected subway network, trams, and buses. You can buy tickets ranging from a single journey all the way up to 60. One journey only costs ₽28.

Unlike other large cities, taxi prices in Moscow are relatively reasonable. You can expect to pay a base fee of around ₽150, and then about ₽90 per mile. There are plenty of taxis around Moscow, so you shouldn't have any problems flagging one down.

With multiple Hertz, Avis, Sixt, and Elite outlets, you'll have your pick of rental companies, and you can expect to pay around ₽2,403 a day. Rates become cheaper the longer you rent. For a three-day rental, expect to pay around ₽6,310.

The Cost of Living in Moscow

Shopping streets.

Moscow is great for high-end luxury shopping, but it also has many popular international stores that you would expect to see as well. The street for top-of-the-line jewelry and items is Tretyakovsky Proyezd, located in the city center. At Izmailovsky Park you'll find a large open-air bazaar where things will be much more affordable, but you will have to pay an entrance fee of ₽50.

Groceries and Other

Moscow is filled with cheap markets to find all kinds of delicious food at affordable prices. However, for your other grocery or personal needs, you'll find the big chain Auchan or the more upmarket Perekrestok. A loaf of bread will cost around ₽50, and a dozen eggs will cost about ₽109.

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Our 20 Best Moscow Tours of 2022

Join us on an unforgettable tour to Moscow, the capital of Russia. Imagine visiting Red Square, St. Basil’s the Kremlin and more. Moscow is one of Europe’s most vibrant cities and one of Russia’s most historical. All of our tours to Moscow are fully customizable and can be adjusted to fit any budget. Our most popular tours are listed below. Please click on the tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our Moscow tours using the form at the side of the page. You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.

Classic Moscow

This is our most popular Moscow tour that includes all the most prominent sights. You will become acquainted with ancient Russia in the Kremlin, admire Russian art in the Tretyakov Gallery, listen to street musicians as you stroll along the Old Arbat street, and learn about Soviet times on the Moscow Metro tour.

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A Week in Moscow

This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing.

Weekend in Moscow

This tour is a great way to get acquainted with the capital of Russia if you are short of time. You will see all the main attractions of the city, the most important of which is the Kremlin - the heart of Russia. The tour starts on Friday and can be combined with a business trip.

Group Tour Moscow Break by Intourist

Russia's capital has so much to offer, from the Kremlin and the Metro to the Old Arbat street and the Tretyakov Gallery. Besides these sites, you will also visit a fascinating country estate which today is quite off the beaten path, Gorky Estate, where the Soviet leader Lenin spent the last months of his life.

Kolomenskoye Tour with transport

The history of Kolomenskoye stretches back for centuries. In 1380, Dmitri Donskoi’s army passed through Kolomenskoye on their way to the Kulikovo battlefield, and it was...

Tours by car

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Armory Tour

The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city’s former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury...

Walking tours

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals, Armory, Diamond Fund Tour

Old Arbat walking tour

You will be told of the street’s interesting history and view the street’s artisan culture. You will also have the opportunity to view and purchase souvenirs from the...

Tour to Sergiev Posad with transport

Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, Sergiev Posad is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra)...

Tour to Kuskovo with transport

The Kuskovo Estate often called the Moscow Versailles due to its perfectly preserved French park, is an example of an 18th century, luxurious Moscow summer residence. Its history...

Tour to Tsaritsyno with transport

The Tsaritsyno Estate is located in the southern part of Moscow. The estate was constructed for Catherine the Great by the Russian architects Bazhenov and Kazakov in a romantic...

Moscow Metro and Old Arbat Tour

The Moscow Metro is one of the largest and most grandly built metro systems in the world. It was meant to be a showcase of the Soviet Union’s achievements for both the Russians...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion and vodka tasting)

Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone...

Mikhail Bulgakov Apartment Museum

This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's...

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Diamond Fund Tour

The State Museum of Lev Tolstoy Tour

Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy...

Novodevichy Convent Tour with transport

Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure...

City Tour with Visit to St. Basils & Red Sq. with transport

Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will...

City Tour of Moscow

Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous...

Moscow Metro walking tour

Kremlin, Red Square and Cathedrals Tour

KGB Tour with transport

This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to...

Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened...

Tretyakov State Gallery Tour

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and...

Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion only)

Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

Tours to Moscow

Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

Moscow, a City Like No Other

Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

Moscow Tours centering on Russian History

Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

How many days are enough in Moscow?

If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

Do they speak English in Moscow?

As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.

Is it safe to travel to Moscow?

It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

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