The Best Tourist Places: Russia

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Red Square Moscow

Oh how we love city breaks. Nothing gets you through the working week quite like the thought of whizzing out of work on Friday night to catch a plane somewhere fabulous, glamorous and fun. And where would we recommend? Moscow of course. A contender for one of our favourite city break destinations of all time, the Soviet capital has got everything the savvy weekender could ever need: rich history, distinctive culture and some of Europe’s most exclusive nightclubs.
red square

red square

soviet chic
Moscow’s first (and still most exclusive) boutique hotel, the Golden Apple, will be your base. It’s perfectly located right in the heart of the city, just around the corner from Red Square and within walking distance of all the cultural highlights and hottest after-dark venues.

buzzing nightlife
This vibrant city comes alive when the sun goes down. Sip chilled vodka cocktails in glamorous underground clubs and decadent bars after sampling the fare in the city’s famous caviar houses.
kgb building

kgb building

Need a ticket to an exclusive party? Or how about a box at the Bolshoi? No worries - our local concierge service will provide you with recommendations and reservations alike.

kremlin and culture
When the sun comes up, start exploring - the wonders of the Kremlin, Gorky Park and St Basil’s cathedral are worth every moment, but there’s also some premium retail therapy to indulge in. Could we love it more? Probably not. From the architecture to the art and the bars to the ballet, this is a weekend like no other.