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What could be more beautiful than the view of a modern city with its towers, skyscrapers, night lights and neon signs? Only the view from these very towers and skyscrapers, the view from which is breathtaking. It is thanks to the opening view that the famous Sparrow Hills in Moscow have become so popular that in the evening the parapet simply cannot be crowded.

But there are places in Moscow from which an even more breathtaking panorama opens than from the most popular observation deck in the capital. In many of these places, by the way, you can not only enjoy the stunning scenery, but also sip on some refreshing cocktail or savor a medium-rare steak. Restaurants with a view are becoming more and more popular in our country.

So that our readers can also enjoy the best views of the "best city on Earth", we have collected 11 places that will simply take your breath away.

1. Museum of Geosciences of Moscow State University

The main building of Moscow State University on Sparrow Hills. Photo: www.russianlook.com

We mentioned the observation deck on Vorobyovy Gory at the beginning of the article for a reason. Hundreds and even thousands of people gather on it, who do not suspect that literally a couple of hundred meters from them there is a place with an even more impressive view - the Museum of Geosciences of Moscow State University. This museum is located in one of the seven Stalinist skyscrapers, in the main building of the Lomonosov Moscow State University. Not only is the museum, which occupies the seven upper floors of the monumental building, worthy of attention in itself, but from its windows, according to the ministers, “the best view of the capital” opens. By the way, do not rush to the highest available floor (31). It is better to enjoy the view from the windows of the 28th floor - nothing will interfere with the view, and people enjoying the panorama of the Sparrow Hills will seem like tiny insects to you.

2. Russian Academy of Sciences

RAS building. Photo: www.russianlook.com

Not so far from the Sparrow Hills is one of the most unusual buildings in the capital - the Russian Academy of Sciences, topped with a futuristic gold-colored metal crown. The Sky Lounge restaurant is located on the top floor of this building, which offers one of the most stunning views of the night capital. And during the day, there is also something to see from here. The main thing is to book a table next to the window, otherwise the pleasure will be slightly spoiled. The main restaurant is located on the 22nd floor of the building. But there is an opportunity to rise even higher - for a fee, we are ready to provide you with a whole penthouse, which is located on the 23rd floor. Only you and your company will be in a room with an ideal panoramic view - no one will stop you from enjoying the view of Moscow.

3. Ostankino TV tower

Ostankino tower. Photo: www.globallookpress.com

Continuing the excursions to the observation platforms located in the buildings of the Soviet era, it is impossible to bypass the Ostankino TV tower, which can be seen from almost anywhere in Moscow. Consequently, every corner of the capital can be seen from this tower, 540 meters high. The tower is the eighth tallest structure on the planet. For a long time after the fire, the entrance was closed. And the continuation of the work of the famous restaurant "Seventh Heaven", which was previously located inside, was out of the question. But not so long ago, excursions to the Ostankino tower were resumed. And now every Muscovite and guest of the capital can enjoy the view of the city from its highest point.

4. Hotel "Ukraine"

Hotel "Ukraine". Photo: www.russianlook.com

In total, seven Stalinist skyscrapers were built in Moscow in Soviet times. And the main building of Moscow State University is not the only one, from the upper floors of which anyone can admire the stunning views of the city. The second is the building of the hotel "Ukraine". The hotel still functions in the main building, and one of the wings of the building is reserved for apartments. But you don't have to rent a hotel room to enjoy the view. All you have to do is visit one of the restaurants located on the upper floors of the hotel. The "tallest" of them is the Italian restaurant Buono. The scheme of actions is standard: we book a table next to the window, arrive, order food and drinks to taste and enjoy the view. The price tag on the menu, of course, is not the most modest, but the view from the restaurant is worth it.

5. Ferris wheel

Ferris wheel at VDNKh. Photo: RIA Novosti / Anton Denisov

In total, there are 7 such popular attractions in our country as the Ferris wheel in Moscow. But the most famous, of course, is the 73-meter giant located on the territory of VDNKh. It still remains the tallest attraction of its kind in the former Soviet Union and throughout Eastern Europe. An excellent view of all the surroundings opens up from its height. In recent years, it has become possible to use closed booths that are not blown by the wind. There will be more comfort, of course, with this choice, but the real acuity of sensations can be obtained only on open chairs. And the quality of the view will be much better in this case - neither glare nor scratches on the glass will interfere.

6. Hotel "Beijing"

Beijing Hotel (right). Photo: AiF / Edward Kudryavitsky

The famous hotel, which immediately catches the eye when leaving the Mayakovskaya metro station, is made in almost the same style as the Stalinist skyscrapers. It is an architectural monument and is protected by the state. However, unlike the famous skyscrapers, this hotel cannot boast of its size - only 15 floors. But from this hotel, thanks to the wide Garden Ring, which overlooks the horizon, you can watch simply stunning scenes of Moscow sunsets. The main thing is to have time to take a seat at the table near the parapet and order a tonic drink in the Time Out bar located on the 12th and 13th floors of the hotel.

"Child's world". Photo: AiF / Edward Kudryavitsky

Everyone knows this powerful corner building on Lubyanka, Detsky Mir. However, nowadays, having opened after a long reconstruction, the shopping center has changed its name. Despite this, the building continues to attract thousands of Muscovites and guests of the capital, and not only with its shops. Many people come to the renewed Children's World not for shopping. The observation deck, which appeared after the reconstruction, from which an impressive view of the heart of the Russian capital opens up, gained immense popularity at once.

8. The Ritz-Carlton

The Ritz-Carlton Moscow Hotel. Photo: www.russianlook.com

Another Moscow building that recalls not even Soviet, but pre-revolutionary times is the 11-storey Ritz-Carlton Hotel, located at the very beginning of Tverskaya Street. However, do not be fooled by the design of the building, because the construction of the hotel was completed only in 2007. Before that, a glass box of the Intourist hotel stood in its place. Now, from the open veranda of the O2 Lounge restaurant, located almost on the roof of the hotel, the best view of the Moscow Kremlin and Red Square opens up. You can spend money on not the cheapest lunch in a restaurant just for the sake of this kind. You have never seen the heart of Moscow like this.

Cathedral of Christ the Savior. Photo: AiF / Edward Kudryavitsky

Few people know, but in the main temple of Russia, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, rebuilt in its historical place, there is also an observation deck from which you can admire Moscow from a height of 40 meters. The entrance to the temple is, of course, free. But it's impossible to get to the observation deck just like that. Her visit is included in the tour price. For Russian citizens, the price of one ticket with the right to enter the site is 200 rubles.

10. Hotel "Krasnye Holmy"

Hotel "Krasnye Holmy". Photo: www.russianlook.com

The Krasnye Holmy Hotel, located on an island between the Moskva River and the Vodootvodny Canal, was opened in 2005. The 34th floor of this hotel offers a gorgeous view of the capital. But you won't be able to enjoy it just like that. To do this, you must book a table in advance at the City Space Bar. We advise you to choose a seat near the window - unforgettable emotions are guaranteed. By the way, in this bar you can enjoy not only the view, but also the cuisine, it is not for nothing that it was recognized as one of the ten best bars in the world in 2008.

11. "Moscow City"

"Moscow City". Photo: Commons.wikimedia.org

Finally, we got to one of the main attractions of the modern Russian capital - the Moscow City skyscraper complex. In 2014, an observation deck was opened in the Empire Tower on the 58th floor, which anyone can visit. It offers an unforgettable panorama of the capital, Moscow State University, the Academy of Sciences, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Ostankino TV tower and other districts of Moscow. True, this pleasure is not free - you cannot get to the site without a guide. The entrance ticket can be bought on the spot. It costs 600 rubles. But we advise you to sign up for an excursion in advance, as there are many people who want to look down on Moscow from above, and you risk standing in line for a significant amount of time.

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It’s like wings are growing behind our backs - such a feeling often grips us when we look at the truly beautiful and beloved places of the capital. So why not get a bird's eye view of the city? Vorobyovy Gory, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Ferris wheel, the Moscow City towers - below is an overview of the best panoramic sites of the "golden dome" for those who want to see everything and freeze with delight.

This site is not as popular as the famous observation deck on Vorobyovy Gory, and this is its beauty. Here you will not meet crowds of tourists and wedding processions and will be able to fully enjoy the view. In the observation zone: the building of the Academy of Sciences (well-known "golden brains"), Frunzenskaya embankment, Neskuchny garden, St. Andrew's monastery, a monument to the first cosmonaut. The Sky Lounge restaurant is located on the 22nd floor, with panoramic windows offering stunning views of the metropolis. The institution is known for its exquisite interior and a wide selection of European and Asian dishes.

The main Moscow panorama - the observation deck on the Sparrow Hills - was opened in 1953, simultaneously with the new building of the Moscow State University. This place is definitely worth visiting if you are visiting the "gold-domed" for the first time and want to see almost all the main symbols of the capital: Stalinist skyscrapers and "book" houses on Novy Arbat, the Foreign Ministry building and the White House, the Ostankino TV tower and the monument to Peter the Great ... The list goes on and on.

Not so long ago, free binoculars with a tenfold magnification were installed on the observation deck, and now the sights can be viewed in detail. A breathtaking view opens from the upper floors of the main building of Moscow State University, which can be accessed by pre-ordering a ticket to the Museum of Land Tenure. The platform on Vorobyovy Gory is one of the most popular places in the city: there are always a lot of tourist groups, a visit to the observation deck is also a traditional stopping point for wedding corteges. In spring and summer, Moscow bikers and street racing fans gather at the Vorobyovs. Due to the large number of visitors, this panorama is hardly suitable for a secluded romantic date, but everyone should see the "best city on Earth" practically from a bird's eye view at least once in their life.

The famous TV tower, erected in 1967, was the tallest structure in the world at the time of its construction. Today Ostankino is ranked eighth in the world in terms of this indicator: its height is 540 meters. Here tourists are waiting for two observation points: the open one is located at an altitude of 340 meters and operates from May to October, and the glazed one, at an altitude of 337 meters, receives tourists at any time of the year. The high-speed elevator will take you to the site in a dizzying 7 seconds. The excursion, in addition to panoramas, includes a visit to the Museum of TV and Radio Broadcasting and a detailed story of the guide about the history of the TV tower. Over the years of its existence, more than 10 million guests have admired the panoramic views of Moscow from the tower, the excursion to Ostankino is still one of the most popular in Moscow, so it is better to book a ticket here in advance. If you want to climb the TV tower with a child, you need to take into account that children under 7 years old are strictly prohibited from entering the observation decks, and visitors under 14 years old are allowed only accompanied by adults.

The high-rise rides also provide an excellent opportunity to admire the golden-domed panoramas. The most impressive of them is the Ferris wheel at VDNKh, 70 meters in diameter. A full turn of the wheel takes 7 minutes, during this time you can enjoy the view of the renovated All-Russian Exhibition Center, the Cosmos Hotel, the Worker and Collective Farm Woman sculpture, and the Ostankino TV Tower. The attraction is open all year round, so you can ride it even in cool weather - however, in this case, it is better to prefer a closed booth. The cost of tickets is quite affordable: 300-350 rubles, depending on the configuration of the cabin. Before visiting the attraction, you can take binoculars, the rental of which will cost 100 rubles. Another Ferris wheel, operating all year round, is located in Sokolniki Park - it offers a picturesque view of the park itself and the adjacent territories. The cost of the trip is almost twice as low: 150 rubles for adults and 120 rubles for children.

Sixty

A visit to the Sixty restaurant, the highest in Europe, will allow you to get several impressions at once: here you can see an unforgettable panorama of the metropolis, taste interesting dishes and plunge into a pleasant festive atmosphere around. The institution is located on the 62nd floor of the Federation Tower on the territory of Moscow City. The best tables with stunning views of the city are located near the glass walls of the establishment, but the restaurant is very popular, so sometimes there are not enough seats at the window for everyone. However, Sixty is worth visiting not only because of the city's panoramas.

The chef of the restaurant, Carlo Grecu, is known to many as a true master of his craft and a specialist in true Italian cuisine. The interior of the institution organically combines irony, simplicity and brightness of the 60s era and modern style: it is both chic and cozy here. The average check in the establishment is quite high, but dinner in the clouds against the backdrop of sunset is worth it.

A visit to the covered observation deck of the Empire Tower in the Moscow City complex will be interesting for those who are difficult to surprise with traditional panoramas, as well as for all fans of urban landscapes. The construction of the building was completed relatively recently, in 2011, and the panoramic platform began its work in 2014. From the 58th floor there is a charming view of the Moscow State University, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the White House, the Ostankino tower. Of course, from here you can see the Moscow City towers in detail - the landscape from a height resembles futuristic films and books of science fiction writers. The observation area is open daily, from 18:00 to 23:00 on weekdays and from 11:00 to 23:00 on weekends. The high path includes a high-speed elevator ride that travels 7 meters in just a second. Visitors can get upstairs as part of an excursion, during which they will tell in detail about the construction of the "Moscow City", guests will also be able to see the layout of the complex. The cost of the visit is 400-700 rubles.

The Patriarshy Bridge was built in the capital relatively recently, in 2004. Since its opening, the place has gained popularity among lovers and newlyweds: the fence of the bridge is decorated with many "locks of love", which couples fix here as a symbol of fidelity and family happiness. The bridge offers a wide view of the Kremlin, the embankments, the Central House of Artists, "Red October", the monument to Peter the Great and, of course, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. You can also explore the surroundings from four panoramic sites of the temple itself, which are located between the bell towers. The viewpoints are located at a 40-meter height, from here you can clearly see Gorky Park, Crimean Bridge, a skyscraper on Kotelnicheskaya embankment and Poklonnaya Gora. Muscovites and tourists will be able to get to the sites only as part of an excursion group. The program is carried out in Russian, English, German and French and will become a memorable visit to the capital for foreign guests.

Time Out, located on the twelfth and thirteenth floors of the Beijing Hotel, is one of the most famous panoramic bars in the capital. In addition to an excellent view of the city, the institution is also famous for its cocktail list: where else can you taste vodka with cold broth called "Bull's Strike"? In addition to experimental combinations, the menu also includes classic cocktails, so everyone will find a drink to their liking.

Bolshaya Sadovaya, 5, Moscow

The Ivan the Great Bell Tower can be considered the first "skyscraper" of the capital: after the superstructure in 1600, its height was 81 meters, and until the beginning of the 17th century the bell tower was the tallest building in the country. The observation deck was opened here in 2009, this event was preceded by a long period of restoration. From here, from a height of 25 meters, a breathtaking view of the Kremlin and the ancient streets of Zamoskvorechye opens up. 137 steps lead upstairs - there is no lift in the ancient bell tower, so you need to calculate your strength. The observation deck is open only during the warm season - from April to October - and is open daily. The cost of a guided tour of the exposition, which includes a visit to the observation point, is 500 rubles. Unfortunately, children under 12 years old will not be able to access the panorama even if accompanied by adults.

The restaurant with the self-explanatory name "Carlson" settled on the roof of the Central City Tower business center. Large windows offer scenic views of the historic city center. The menu includes dishes of Italian cuisine, the quality of which is the responsibility of the chef Giacomo Combardi. The restaurant has a special Mediterranean atmosphere, which is so pleasant to plunge into after a hard day in Moscow.

The new observation deck, located at an 18-meter height, will open on May 1 on the roof of the main entrance to Gorky Park. Its creation was the result of a large-scale restoration of the main entrance arch, which has not been reconstructed since 1955. The viewing area is almost 555 meters, and according to the management of the park, it will be possible to climb here almost all year round. Visitors can not only enjoy the views of the capital, but also visit exhibitions and concerts at a bird's eye view - the site is designed so that it can be used for small events.

Observation Decks - inevitable points of attraction and some of the most attractive places on the map of any major city and tourist center. They are visited by tourists, adored by newlyweds, favored by artists and poets - people of all ages come here to take a closer look at the city. Moscow is no exception: the capital is striking in scale, but how to discern it from the height of human growth?

Observation decks in Moscow allow you to feel the scale of the metropolis and enjoy its beauty and sights. The capital was really lucky in this regard: the hilly relief with elevation changes, the presence of river valleys and variable number of storeys of buildings led to the appearance in Moscow of a really large number of observation decks and observation points - and this is far from only Vorobyovy Gory, from which guidebooks are full of views. Bridges, hills, roofs of buildings and various structures - the capital has a place to show off the cityscape!

We invite you to familiarize yourself with the most famous viewpoints of the city, as well as little-known but interesting viewpoints. The list includes both free and paid sites. The indicated prices and opening hours are valid as of the date of publication of the material (December 17, 2018), before visiting we recommend checking them on the official websites.

Observation deck on Vorobyovy Gory

Vorobyovy Gory is the most famous observation deck in Moscow, which has become a truly iconic city landmark.

Ostankino Tower

The Ostankino TV Tower is a 540 meter high television and broadcasting tower, the tallest free-standing structure in Russia.

The tower has 2 observation decks at once: open and closed, located at an altitude of 337 and 340 meters, respectively.

Both observation platforms offer an excellent view of the surroundings and a large number of attractions: the Ostankino Estate Museum, the Ostankino TV Center, Ostankino ponds, the territory of VDNKh and the Main Botanical Garden of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Losiny Island. In the distance you can see modern Moscow skyscrapers: MIBC "Moscow City" and "Triumph-Palace", you can also see Stalin's skyscrapers. For sweet things - the Moscow monorail, the railway tracks of the Savyolovsky and Oktyabrsky directions, views of the simple and not very Moscow areas: Ostankinsky, Butyrsky, Sokol, Otradnoye, Alekseevsky, Tushino, Marfino, Bibirevo, Altufevo and others.

The observation deck of the Ostankino tower is a place from which you can see the whole of Moscow, but not everything is visible due to the long distance and the specifics of the location.

The address: Academician Korolev street, 15k1, metro stations "VDNKh", "Timiryazevskaya".

Visiting mode: with a guided tour, by appointment.

Entrance fee: from 700 rubles and above (adult ticket, depending on route, day and session).

Business center "Moscow-City"

"Moscow City" is one of the newest sights of Moscow, a business district with glass towers and skyscrapers that have become very popular with tourists coming to Moscow.

Of course, such a place was not without an observation deck - and several of them appeared in the skyscrapers of "Moscow City" at once! Depending on which building and from which floor you look at the city, you can see a unique panorama of Moscow: the historical center (Kremlin, Cathedral of Christ the Savior and other attractions), Moskva River embankments, Kievsky railway station, White House, Moscow Zoo, Moskovsky the planetarium, the Ostankino tower, the "golden brains" of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the Luzhniki stadium and much more. Moscow skyscrapers will appear at a glance: Stalinist (Hotel "Ukraine", buildings of Moscow State University and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a house on Kudrinskaya Square) and modern (House on Mosfilmovskaya, "Triumph-Palace"), and finally something can be viewed not only from the bottom up.

At the moment, the most popular viewing platforms of "Moscow City" are Panorama360 on the 89th floor of the Federation Tower (360 meters), Museum-observation deck Moscow-City on the 56th floor of the Empire Tower (215 meters) and HIGH PORT 354 on the roof of the OKO tower (354 meters).

The address: Presnenskaya embankment, MIBC "Moscow-City".

Panorama360 official website: pnr360.ru

Official website of the Moscow City Observation Museum: museum.citymoscow.ru

HIGH PORT 354 official website: smotrovaya.com

Cathedral of Christ the Savior

The Cathedral of Christ the Savior is located near the Prechistenskaya embankment of the Moskva River in the very center of the city - and it also has an equipped observation deck! It runs along the perimeter of the building - in fact, these are as many as 4 platforms located between its bell towers.

From the observation platforms of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, located at an altitude of 40 meters, a unique panorama of the Kremlin and a view of the Moscow River (Prechistenskaya, Kremlin, Bersenevskaya and a number of other embankments) opens. In the immediate vicinity of the temple there are the House on the Embankment, the complex of buildings of the Red October factory, the Foreign Ministry building and other sights of the historical center of the city, which appear before the visitors of the site from an unusual angle.

The address: Volkhonka, 15, metro station "Kropotkinskaya".

Visiting mode: with a guided tour.

Visit cost: paid, the exact amount is unknown.

Bell tower "Ivan the Great"

The Ivan the Great Bell Tower (sometimes called the Ivan the Great Bell Tower) is located on the territory of the Moscow Kremlin and boasts a glorious past: until the 18th century it was the tallest building in Russia - a whole 81 meters! Today this record is a thing of the past, however, the bell tower is still the tallest building in the Kremlin.

The observation deck of the bell tower is the most central observation deck in Moscow. It is located in an open gallery of the first bell tier at a height of 25 meters: you cannot see the city landscapes stretching into the distance from here, but it offers an excellent view of Cathedral Square and the architectural ensemble of the Kremlin, the Moskva River and Zamoskvorechye. This is the only place from where you can look at the Kremlin from the inside from above.

The address: Moscow Kremlin, Okhotny Ryad metro station, Lenin Library, Alexandrovsky Garden, Borovitskaya.

Working hours: by sessions, depending on weather conditions and time of year.

Entrance fee: 250 rubles.

Arch of the central entrance to Gorky Park

Observation deck near "Tower 2000"

Tower 2000 is one of the buildings of the Moscow City business center, located on the right bank of the Moskva River (on the other side of the main part of the complex).

A small observation deck is located next to the building: there is no smell of wide city landscapes here, but a beautiful view of Moscow City, the Mirax Plaza business center and a number of the nearest embankments of the Moskva River opens up from here. prized primarily for the views of the "Moscow City": skyscrapers from here are in full view, so Muscovites and tourists often come here to take spectacular photos against the backdrop of the business center.

Fans of modern high-rise architecture will appreciate this place.

The address: Taras Shevchenko embankment, next to the Tower 2000 business center (23A Taras Shevchenko embankment), Vystavochnaya, Delovoy Tsentr, Mezhdunarodnaya metro stations.

Working hours: around the clock.

A chamber and little-known place on the high bank of the Moskva River near the Bogdan Khmelnitsky Bridge.

The site boasts views of Europe Square and Kievsky Railway Station, the House of the Government of the Russian Federation ("White House"), MIBC "Moscow City" (one of the most attractive vistas) and Berezhkovskaya embankment of the Moscow River. The observation deck has a considerable length - in fact, it is a well-maintained path with a side along the slope, thanks to which one and the same city objects can be viewed from different sides.

The address: Rostovskaya embankment, opposite building 5, metro stations "Kievskaya", "Smolenskaya".

Working hours: around the clock.

Entrance fee: free.

("Kievsky pedestrian bridge") is located near the Kievskaya metro station and Kievsky railway station.

From the open viewing platforms located on both sides of the bridge, you can see a number of Moscow embankments (Rostovskaya, Taras Shevchenko, Berezhkovskaya, Savvinskaya) and the adjacent landmarks: the Government House, the Ukraine Hotel, the Foreign Ministry building, the house on Kudrinskaya Square, the main building Moscow State University and the Novodevichy Convent.

The address: between Berezhkovskaya and Rostovskaya embankments near Kievsky railway station, Kievskaya metro station.

Working hours: around the clock.

Entrance fee: free.

Pushkin pedestrian bridge

The Pushkinskiy (Andreevskiy) pedestrian bridge is located in the very center of the capital: it connects the Frunzenskaya and Pushkinskaya embankments.

The views are fully consistent with the location: from the open viewing platforms of the Pushkin pedestrian bridge you can see an excellent panorama of the embankments of the Moskva River, Gorky Park (by the way, an excellent view of the sculpture "Diver-Lighthouse"!), Vorobyovy Gory and Neskuchny Garden, the Moscow State University high-rise and "golden brains "RAS, as well as the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and the Kremlin towers.

In winter, the outdoor areas are closed, but the views can be admired from the covered part.

The address: between the Frunzenskaya and Pushkinskaya embankments of the Moskva River near the Golitsyn ponds (Gorky Park), the Frunzenskaya and Shabolovskaya metro stations.

Working hours: around the clock.

Entrance fee: free.

Patriarshy Bridge

A wide pedestrian bridge across the Moskva River and the Vodootvodny Canal opposite the Cathedral of Christ the Savior.

The location in the very center of Moscow provides excellent views: the viewer has access to panoramas of the Kremlin and the embankments of the Moskva River, a view of the "Red October", the House on the embankment and the monument to Peter I, as well as an excellent view of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior itself, at the foot of which the bridge is located ...

The address: in front of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior (Volkhonka, 15), metro station "Kropotkinskaya".

Working hours: around the clock.

Entrance fee: free.

Big Stone Bridge

Situated right next to the walls of the Kremlin, and although it was not originally conceived as an observation deck, the excellent views invariably bring cityscape lovers here.

The sidewalks of the bridge offer a magnificent view of the Kremlin embankment and a panorama of the southern fortress wall of the Moscow Kremlin with towers: from Vodovzvodnaya to Beklemishevskaya. Outside the walls you can see the Grand Kremlin Palace and the domes of cathedrals, and from the other sides you can see a good view of the House on the Embankment and the Cathedral of Christ the Savior.

The address: between the Kremlin and Sofiyskaya embankments of the Moskva River near the Vodovzvodnaya Tower of the Kremlin, Borovitskaya metro stations, Lenin Library, Alexandrovsky Garden.

Working hours: around the clock.

Entrance fee: free.

Gagarinsky tunnel

The Gagarinsky Tunnel is a unique engineering structure located on the slope of Vorobyovy Hills next to the RAS building.

The place where the bridge thrown across the Moskva River turns into a tunnel could become a full-fledged observation deck: an excellent view of the Moscow-City MIBC, the Mirax Plaza business center, the main building of Moscow State University and other Stalinist skyscrapers, the Luzhniki sports complex opens up. , Novodevichy Convent, Ostankino TV Tower, Soviet buildings on the Frunzenskaya Embankment and other attractions. The Third Transport Ring - at a glance! The dynamics of the metropolis as it is.

The address: above the entrance to the tunnel from the side of Andreevsky Bridge, Leninsky Prospekt metro station.

Working hours: around the clock.

Entrance fee: free.

Skhodnensky bucket slope

Skhodnensky ladle (Tushino bowl) is a huge depression in the ground, a unique natural monument in the South Tushino region.

From the high slope of the "pit" you can see the sleeping areas located around (South Tushino, Pokrovskoe-Streshnevo) and a number of attractions: the Otkrytie Arena (Spartak) stadium, Zhivopisny bridge, the towers of the Moscow City business center, the Triumph residential complex. Palace and Scarlet Sails, as well as the high-rise of Moscow State University. In addition, the view of the Skhodnensky bucket is impressive in itself - even if no other sights were visible from it.

The address: near Yana Rainis boulevard and Svetlogorskiy proezd, Skhodnenskaya metro station.

Working hours: around the clock.

Entrance fee: free.

Observation platforms in Moscow allow you to enjoy the fantastic beauty of the views of the capital from a bird's eye view: skyscrapers, Stalinist skyscrapers, ancient monuments of the Kremlin, etc. Consider the most popular objects that have conditions for a panoramic view.

Free observation decks in Moscow

1. Observation deck on Vorobyovy Gory

Probably the most famous and traditional observation deck of the capital, and therefore the most beloved. It is enough to take the metro to the Vorobyovy Gory station, climb the paths towards Moscow State University, and you can already admire the opening views of the city: the Moscow River, the Luzhniki sports complex, the Moscow City skyscrapers, the Ostankino TV tower, etc. In the distance you can see the Temple Christ the Savior, some of and many modern multi-storey business centers.

2. Observation deck next to the RAS

Not far from the observation deck, literally 20-30 minutes walk from it, there is a lesser-known observation deck - near the building of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Here we can see the same thing as from the site on Vorobyovy Gory, only from a different angle. A beautiful view of the Moscow State University opens from here. The historic center of the city is clearly visible, as well as the Vorobyovy Gory station itself. The only drawback is the rather dense building, due to which the view is a little limited.

3. Observation deck on the roof of the CDM

This observation deck appeared not so long ago, after the reconstruction of the Central Children's Store, and is located on its roof. The store building is 8-storey, so from it you can only see the upper part of the nearest sights and the towering towers of the Kremlin, bell towers of churches and cathedrals, you can clearly see the Stalinist skyscraper on Kotelnicheskaya embankment, Lubyanskaya square and the FSB building, and of course, a beautiful view of the rooftops of the nearest city ​​center buildings.

Special binoculars are installed on the observation deck, through which you can observe the surroundings, but due to the high attendance, it is quite difficult to get to them.

The store is open daily from 10:00 to 22:00. It is best to come in the afternoon, because at this time, the sun will shine in the back, which will allow you to take good photos.

Store address: Teatralny pr-d, 5/1, metro station - Lubyanka.

The store has underground parking, the cost is from 100 to 200 rubles per hour.

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This is a pedestrian bridge located near the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, which connects Prechistenskaya and Bersenyevskaya embankments. It offers a beautiful view of the Kremlin, the chambers of Averky Kirillov, the famous House on the Embankment and the equally famous art cluster "Red October". You can get here from the station. metro Kropotkinskaya.

5. Observation deck of the "Triumph Palace" skyscraper

Triumph Palace is a residential complex that in 2003 was included in the Guinness Book of Records as the tallest residential building in Europe. Its height with a spire is more than 260 m. Outwardly, the Triumph Palace looks like the famous Moscow Stalinist skyscrapers, but it is still clearly noticeable that this is a remake.

The observation deck is equipped at an altitude of 200 m, it offers a breathtaking view of the northern and northwestern parts of the city, and the sights of the center of the capital are well visible.

The main disadvantage is that, since this is an elite residential complex equipped with a checkpoint, it is almost impossible for an outsider to get here, only by acquaintance, or somehow agree with the concierge.

Paid observation decks in Moscow

1. Ostankino TV tower

The observation deck is equipped with binoculars so that you can see objects of interest in detail.

The cost of the visit is 300 rubles. The price includes inspection of the museum exposition and access to the observation deck. Working hours: from 10:00 to 22:00.

4. Ivan the Great Bell Tower in the Kremlin

The tallest building in the Kremlin, the Ivan the Great Bell Tower, was erected in the 16th century during the reign of Boris Godunov. The observation deck is located in the first bell tier at a height of 25 m above the ground. In order to climb it, you need to overcome 137 feet of a steep staircase. From this height, a view of Cathedral Square, cathedrals, ancient streets of Zamoskvorechye opens up.

Excursions to the observation deck are held strictly according to the schedule: 10:15, 11:15, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, from May 15 to September 30 there is a session at 17:00, Thursday is a day off ... Those wishing to see the panorama of the Kremlin ensemble must pay entrance to the territory of the Kremlin - 500 rubles, and purchase a separate ticket to visit the bell tower - 250 rubles. The number of tickets is limited.

The height of the bell tower is 25 m, children under 14 are not allowed. Tourists can benefit from the assistance of an audio guide. The tour with audio guide lasts 45 minutes.

5. Observation deck in the Cathedral of Christ the Savior

Observation deck on Zhivopisny bridge

The observation deck can be mentioned separately. At the present time it is not functioning, because not all construction work has been completed. The opening is planned for 2016, according to the authorities.

The picturesque bridge in Serebryany Bor is a complex screw-pylon structure with a total length of more than one kilometer. Its highlight will be a glazed observation deck installed at its highest point. From the platform, which resembles a flying saucer, a panoramic view of the Moskva River, the Grebnoy Canal, and the Krylatskoye area opens up. The site will be available only to newlyweds, since it is planned to open a registry office here in the near future.