Red Square and the Kremlin
The historic heart of Moscow: the walls and towers of the Kremlin beside Red Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Moscow: airports, things to do and where to stay
Moscow, the capital of Russia, is one of Europe's largest cities: the Kremlin and Red Square, a metro famous for its ornate stations and a mix of imperial, Soviet and modern architecture.
Moscow airports
From the airport to central Moscow
Moscow Domodedovo (DME)
Moscow Domodedovo airport is about 43 km from central Moscow.
Aeroexpress
Aeroexpress trains to Paveletsky station in central Moscow. The journey takes about 45 min.
Bus
Buses and minibuses link the airport with Moscow metro and suburban rail stations. Journey times depend on traffic.
Taxi
Taxis outside the terminal, plus ride-hailing apps and pre-booked cars. The journey to Moscow depends a lot on traffic.
From the airport to central Moscow
Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO)
Moscow Sheremetyevo airport is about 27 km from central Moscow.
Aeroexpress
Aeroexpress trains to Belorussky station in central Moscow. The journey takes about 35 min.
Bus
Buses and minibuses link the airport with Moscow metro and suburban rail stations. Journey times depend on traffic.
Taxi
Taxis outside the terminal, plus ride-hailing apps and pre-booked cars. The journey to Moscow depends a lot on traffic.
From the airport to central Moscow
Moscow Vnukovo (VKO)
Moscow Vnukovo airport is about 27 km from central Moscow.
Aeroexpress
Aeroexpress trains to Kyivsky station in central Moscow. The journey takes about 35 min.
Bus
Buses and minibuses link the airport with Moscow metro and suburban rail stations. Journey times depend on traffic.
Taxi
Taxis outside the terminal, plus ride-hailing apps and pre-booked cars. The journey to Moscow depends a lot on traffic.
From the airport to central Moscow
Moscow Zhukovsky (ZIA)
Moscow Zhukovsky airport is about 40 km from central Moscow.
Bus
Buses and minibuses link the airport with Moscow and its main transport hubs. Journey times depend on traffic.
Taxi
Taxis outside the terminal, plus ride-hailing apps and pre-booked cars. The journey to Moscow depends a lot on traffic.
Moscow
Things to do in Moscow
Saint Basil's Cathedral
A 16th-century cathedral with colourful onion domes and a symbol of Moscow. Today it works as a museum.
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Cathedral of Christ the Saviour
One of the largest Orthodox cathedrals in Russia, on the bank of the Moskva River. It was rebuilt in the 1990s.
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Bolshoi Theatre
One of the world's most famous ballet and opera houses, with its columned facade on Teatralnaya Square.
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Which airport serves Moscow?
Moscow is served by Moscow Domodedovo (DME), Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO), Moscow Vnukovo (VKO), and Moscow Zhukovsky (ZIA).
How far is the airport from central Moscow?
Moscow Domodedovo airport is about 43 km from central Moscow.
How do I get from the airport to central Moscow?
From Moscow Domodedovo airport you can take Aeroexpress (train), Bus, and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Moscow?
Highlights of Moscow include Red Square and the Kremlin, Saint Basil's Cathedral, Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, and Bolshoi Theatre.