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Singapore has updated its contact tracing app to facilitate travellers visiting the country as it looks to reopen its borders to foreign visitors. It is also assessing the feasibility of issuing wearable devices to every resident to aid in its contact tracing efforts, but it has not specified if its use will be made mandatory. 

The Singapore government last month revealed it was developing wearable devices to help drive the adoption of contact tracing technologies and boost its efforts to contain COVID-19. It said these portable devices would address concerns about battery life and the use of Bluetooth in its contact tracing app, TraceTogether . 

Introduced in March, the  TraceTogether app taps Bluetooth  signals to detect other participating mobile devices in close proximity to allow them to identify those who have been in close contact when needed. The app identifies participating TraceTogether users who are within 2 metres of each other for more than 30 minutes. The data is then captured, encrypted, and stored locally on the user's phone for 21 days, which spans the incubation period of the virus. 

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Some compromise in personal privacy has been deemed necessary in countries such as Singapore, Taiwan, and South Korea that have turned to technology to aid in contact tracing and movement monitoring, but there are questions citizens should still ask to protect their cyber wellbeing.

The app, however, did not appear to work well on Apple devices as the iOS operating system would suspend Bluetooth scanning when the app was running in the background, acknowledged Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister-in-Charge of the Smart Nation Initiative and Minister for Foreign Affairs, during a parliament session Friday.  

He noted that while his team had numerous discussions regarding technical and policy issues with Apple, they were unable to identify a satisfactory solution. 

He added that the government, at least at this point in time, did not intend to make the use of TraceTogether compulsory because the app was unable to function equally well across different smartphones. To date, the app has clocked 1.6 million downloads .

Balakrishnan said: "Instead, we are developing and will soon roll out a portable wearable device that will achieve the same objective as TraceTogether, but will not depend on possession of a smartphone. If this portable device works, we may then distribute it to everyone in Singapore. I believe this will be more inclusive, and it will ensure that all of us will be protected."

He did not specify, however, whether the carrying of such wearable devices would be made mandatory across the island. 

The minister did note that, despite its limitations, the TraceTogether app proved a useful tool in the country's contact tracing efforts, particularly when used alongside other data sources. He added that it was able to automatically generate a preliminary list of close contacts for quarantine, hence, cutting down the time needed to isolate these individuals and stemming the spread of COVID-19. He reiterated that technology should be an enabler, not a replacement, for human involvement in contact tracing. 

App enhancements to facilitate foreign visitors, venue entry

The TraceTogether also has been updated to include the registration of passport numbers for travellers visiting Singapore as well as barcode scans to support the country's digital check-in tool, SafeEntry . The system collects visitors' personal data, either through QR codes or barcode scans, when they enter a venue such as supermarkets and workplaces, which then can be used to facilitate contact tracing should an individual who visited a location test positive for COVID-19. 

With the app update, TraceTogether users can use the identification number barcode displayed in the app instead of their identity cards to check in or out of the SafeEntry system. SafeEntry is mandatory at certain locations and, to date, has been deployed at more than 16,000 sites island-wide.

Singapore also is easing restrictions -- put in place to curb the spread of virus -- in phases, as more businesses begin to resume operations over the next month. In addition, the government is reviewing potential "fast lane" arrangements with some countries as it looks to reopen its borders for essential overseas travel. 

For instance, it has inked an agreement with China to create a fast lane for travel between Singapore and six Chinese provinces and municipalities including Chongqing, Guangdong, and Shanghai. 

Business or official travellers sponsored by government agencies also will be able to submit applications for inbound travel to Singapore from June 8. Applications for company-sponsored travellers can be submitted at a later date. 

Also with the latest update of TraceTogether, the contact tracing app now supports three other languages: Chinese, Malay, and Tamil. 

To further ease concerns about data privacy , Balakrishnan said during his parliament speech that data collected for the purpose of contact tracing would be stored in the user's own smartphone and accessed by the Health Ministry only if the individual tested positive for COVID-19.  

"There are safeguards, including encryption, in place to protect this from malicious hackers," the minister said. "Data that is older than 25 days will be automatically deleted from your phone. If the close contact data is required for contact tracing, only a small group of authorised officers in the Ministry of Healthy will have access to it. All the public sector data protection rules will also apply."

"Now that we have more people moving about, going to work, there will be more occasions when more people will have more close interactions with each other. Therefore, the collection and use of this data for contact tracing becomes even more essential," he said. "It will speed up the isolation of close contacts and reduce the risk of them spreading COVID-19."

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Travellers to S'pore vaccinated overseas will have fully vaccinated status on TraceTogether for 30 days

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Travellers entering Singapore under the Vaccinated Travel Framework from 11.59pm on Thursday (March 31) will have their vaccination status in their TraceTogether app reflected as fully vaccinated for 30 days.

This is to facilitate them entering premises that are subject to vaccination-differentiated safe management measures (VDS), the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Thursday night.

Those staying in Singapore for longer than 30 days will need to have their vaccination records entered into the National Immunisation Registry and may be required to receive additional doses to continue to meet Singapore's requirements for vaccination, MOH added.

This applies to travellers who were not vaccinated in Singapore and do not have their records reflected in the registry.

The requirement does not apply to travellers aged 12 years and below, as such children are allowed to enter settings with VDS regardless of their vaccination status.

Previously, travellers entering Singapore under the vaccinated travel lane were granted 180 days of temporary vaccinated status on TraceTogether.

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In a circular issued on Tuesday (March 29), MOH said short-term pass holders with a digitally verifiable vaccination certificate will be recognised as vaccinated on TraceTogether for 180 days.

Vaccinated travellers who do not have such a certificate have to undergo a serology test to be recognised as vaccinated on TraceTogether beyond 30 days.

The ministry's announcement comes as Singapore begins to allow all travellers vaccinated against Covid-19 to enter Singapore with just a pre-departure Covid-19 test from 11.59pm on Thursday.

They do not have to take on-arrival tests or serve a stay-home notice.

These include travellers aged 12 and below regardless of vaccination status, and those who have received the full regimen of World Health Organisation Emergency Use Listing vaccines at least 14 days before arrival in Singapore and have met the minimum dose interval period.

The ministry added that from the middle of April, travellers will be able to pay to receive Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters here.

"We will provide more details at a later date, including on pricing and the list of participating healthcare providers," it said.

"We encourage all eligible travellers who have not received their booster dose to do so when it is made available to them, for better protection against Covid-19."

Currently, short-term travellers are not eligible to receive doses under Singapore's National Vaccination Programme.

More information on Singapore's vaccination requirements can be found at go.gov.sg/vdsmminfo

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TraceTogether – Community-driven Contact Tracing

To meet the rapidly evolving challenges arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, GovTech has leveraged its technological capabilities to develop TraceTogether , a digital solution that facilitates community-driven contact tracing via Bluetooth technology.

Contact tracing is imperative in managing the spread of COVID-19. Manual contact tracing often requires infected persons to recall the places they have been to and the people they have been in close and extended contact with. A hurdle that contact tracers often face is the inability of individuals to recall these details with precision. Coupled with a large disease outbreak like COVID-19, this can reduce the speed and comprehensiveness of contact tracing efforts.

To address this, GovTech’s Government Digital Services (GDS) team and the developed the TraceTogether mobile app (available on Android and iOS devices) and token to complement manual contact tracing efforts.

The TraceTogether mobile application is built on the BlueTrace protocol and its open-source code was published on GitHub to provide transparency on data usage and encourage co-creation of new technologies.

For an overview of how TraceTogether has supported Singapore’s COVID-19 journey, listen to our Government Chief Digital Technology Officer’s (GCDTO), Chan Cheow Hoe, 2020 podcast interview with the BBC here .

What is TraceTogether?

TraceTogether is a contact tracing technology that taps on Bluetooth to facilitate community-driven contact tracing through the logging of encounters between users. TraceTogether does not rely on the user’s memory and works with unacquainted contacts who are also TraceTogether programme participants. It therefore attempts to plug the gap of close contact with unacquainted contacts, by recording who you have been in contact with, but not where. In doing so, the privacy of users remains protected.

TraceTogether mobile application’s key features include:

Bluetooth technology : The app relies on the communication between Bluetooth-enabled devices to arrive at estimates of the proximity and duration of a user’s contact with other users.

TraceTogether approximates the distance between users by measuring the strength of the signals received from other Bluetooth devices (as a general rule, the stronger the signal received, the closer the transmitting device) participating in the programme.

It also approximates the duration of contact by interpolating successive communications between devices. The more often two devices communicate with each other, the longer the users are likely to have been within each other’s vicinity.

Data is secure and private : The data exchanged is anonymised, encrypted and stored only on users’ devices, and uploaded by the user to share with the Ministry of Health if they test positive for COVID-19. To further protect data privacy, locally stored information is automatically deleted after 25 days. The app will also cease functionality at the end of the outbreak.

TraceTogether Tokens

Not everyone has access to mobile devices. While this may only apply to a small percentage of the population, it is crucial that every member of the community is protected. TraceTogether tokens are physical alternatives to the TraceTogether mobile app, and function in a similar manner. Users have the option to use the token or the app interchangeably.

The token provides citizens with an alternative, which enables a more inclusive society for everyone to benefit from community-driven contact tracing.

TraceTogether Token’s key features include:

Bluetooth technology : Like the app, TraceTogether tokens send and detect Bluetooth signals to estimate a user’s contact proximity and duration with other users. Naturally, the app and tokens can communicate with each other.

Long-lasting battery : The battery is designed to run for six to nine months without charging.

No GPS receiver or internet connectivity : As with the app, no location data is kept by the device in any manner. The token is also incapable of uploading any data automatically since it will not be able to access the Internet. The data will be extracted for contact tracing when a user is a confirmed COVID-19 case.

Encrypted data : Proximity logs collected by the token will be encrypted. Furthermore, data is only stored on the device for 25 days before being automatically erased.

For more information on TraceTogether, visit the FAQ page here .

Why Should TraceTogether be Adopted?

The benefits of TraceTogether include:

Protect ourselves : Get notified quickly if you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 via close contact with an infected individual. Faster information means timely and efficient care for you.

Protect our loved ones : Being notified earlier also means that we can better protect those around us and reduce the transmission of COVID-19. This includes the vulnerable such as the elderly.

Protect our community : Going digital reduces the load on our frontline workers who would otherwise have to carry out manual contact tracing. TraceTogether enables community support and a safe way of carrying out activities normally.

How Do You Use TraceTogether?

Users can access TraceTogether by installing the mobile app on their smartphones.

A detailed installation guide that is available in multiple languages can be found here .

Alternatively, users can also collect a physical TraceTogether token (see collection details here ).

Success Stories

The use of digital contact tracing enabled the government to go from taking an average of 2-3 days to do activity-mapping, to issuing a quarantine order in about one day. This time saved was made possible through integrating TraceTogether data with other data sources and systems, without disrupting mainstream processes. Validation results have shown a high degree of precision and corroboration between close contacts identified by TraceTogether and manual contact tracing. These measures led to cost savings by developing more scalable solutions that neither rely on heavy infrastructure nor require taxing manpower efforts. At the same time, having such initiatives are cost-effective alternatives to blanket lockdowns.

Since its launch, TraceTogether has also been made open-source for other countries to adopt. Post-launch, over 60 countries or cities have indicated interest in adopting a similar solution or learning from the team, with Australia, Canada, and Poland adopting the open-source version of TraceTogether.

At present, over 99% of people in Singapore are currently using TraceTogether to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

What's Next?

The team continues to take in feedback from relevant public channels to iteratively enhance the user experience, in line with public health measures and policies.

Reach out to the product team with your queries or feedback through this form .

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askST: Do you still need to use TraceTogether? Should you delete the app or return the token?

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SINGAPORE - The Government is stepping down the use of TraceTogether as a Covid-19 contact-tracing tool from Tuesday (April 26).

This is because the Ministry of Health (MOH) will stop issuing health risk notices to close contacts of Covid-19 patients from that day due to the improved coronavirus situation here.

People who have contracted Covid-19 no longer have to submit details of household members online, although the ministry urged the public to be socially responsible.

SafeEntry check-ins to verify a person's Covid-19 vaccination status will also not be required at most venues.

Health Minister Ong Ye Kung last Friday advised people who are not fully vaccinated against Covid-19 to take precautions, such as avoiding crowded places, so that they minimise their chances of getting the virus and falling severely ill.

Here is what you need to know about the changes to contact tracing.

Q: Do I still need to upload my TraceTogether data or submit my TraceTogether token if I have tested positive for Covid-19?

A:  You do not have to do so from Tuesday, since health risk notices will no longer be issued.

Q: Do I still have to check in using the TraceTogether app or token at venues?

A:  Most venues will no longer need you to check in using the TraceTogether app or token because vaccination-differentiated safe management measures (VDS) have been lifted in most cases. Under VDS, unvaccinated people are often not allowed to enter specific premises or participate in certain activities, unless conditions are met.

For example, places of worship, malls, retail shops and supermarkets are venues that no longer need to maintain VDS.

But some venues still maintain VDS, and would need you to check in with the TraceTogether app or token when you enter,   or prove your vaccination status in other ways.

They include places where large events are held with more than 500 participants at a time, such as large-scale gala dinners, weddings, company dinner and dance events, and conference dinners. These are potentially super-spreading events.

VDS checks will also continue at nightlife establishments where dancing among patrons is one of the intended activities. This is because many people gather at these nightspots and there is prolonged and close interaction among them.

In addition, VDS will still be needed for food and beverage establishments - including restaurants, coffee shops and hawker centres - because these are mask-off settings regularly frequented by many members of the public, including people who may be vulnerable.

But dining venues will not require their customers to check in with the TraceTogether app or token. This is already the case for hawker centres and coffee shops.

Diners will instead be expected to follow the rules on their own. Dining outlets have to continue to inform customers, such as through notices, that only fully vaccinated patrons can dine in.

However, random spot checks by service staff and enforcement officers on diners' vaccination status will still be done to ensure compliance.

The patrons' vaccination status can be ascertained in several ways: by checking the TraceTogether app or token, or by verifying it in the HealthHub app, or even by displaying a hard copy of the HealthHub Covid-19 vaccination report or original hard copy vaccination card. More details can be found in the document at this site.

Q: Can I delete the TraceTogether app and return the TraceTogether token?

A: MOH strongly encourages the public to keep the TraceTogether app on their phones and their TraceTogether tokens.

The ministry explained that TraceTogether and SafeEntry contact-tracing capabilities will still be maintained so that VDS checks can be done where needed, such as in venues hosting large-scale events and some nightlife spots.

It will also allow the ministry to quickly step up contact tracing and VDS checks if they are needed again, such as if there are new Covid-19 variants of concern.

The TraceTogether tokens are properties of the Government. Physically damaging or making alterations to the tokens without authorisation can be an offence.

You can return your old or unused tokens, as well as faulty ones, at TraceTogether vending machines or selected community centres. Visit Government of Singapore's website for details.

Q: How might my TraceTogether and SafeEntry data be used if they are not needed as much now?

A: The TraceTogether token and app have been pre-programmed and might still collect data of your contacts in the background. But Mr Ong has said that the data will stay only in your token or smartphone, and be purged after 25 days.

Mr Ong added that all SafeEntry data to a premise or event where VDS is needed will not be retained and will be purged within a day.

Even so, MOH said that TraceTogether and SafeEntry data might still be used by police and law enforcement officers for criminal investigations into serious offences. This is covered under the Covid-19 (Temporary Measures) Act.

On Feb 2 last year, Parliament passed a Bill restricting the use of personal contact-tracing data in criminal investigations to only serious crimes, such as murder and terrorism.

MOH said that to safeguard the public, the police must be able to use TraceTogether and SafeEntry data to bring perpetrators to justice and seek redress for victims.

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Country Spotlight: Singapore’s TraceTogether Program

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Melyssa Eigen

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The following was written by Melyssa Eigen, J.D. Candidate at Harvard Law School, under the guidance of Professor Urs Gasser. This is the third installment in a series of briefing documents about COVID-19 apps in several countries around the world. Previous briefing documents cover Switzerland and Germany . 

An Overview

On March 20, 2020, Singapore’s Ministry of Health (MOH) and Government Technology Agency (GovTech) launched TraceTogehter, the world’s first nationwide contact tracing app. Recently, Singapore also released a wearable token as part of TraceTogether for those who do not have mobile devices, notably seniors, which began distribution on June 28, 2020. While slightly different in technology, the token is interoperable with the app and also functions to supplement the ongoing contact tracing effort. The following describes the program’s technological, data, institutional and behavioral aspects as well as some other key points about TraceTogether.

Chart showing technological, data, institutional, behavioral flows

Technological:

The TraceTogether app is a Bluetooth-enabled contact tracing app. Like many of the apps being used elsewhere, it detects other phones in their vicinity, exchanges encrypted IDs, and records encounters. What’s different, however, is that if a user becomes infected with COVID-19, the MOH will request that the user upload the data from their app to a central server, so that it’s accessible to MOH. MOH will then contact other users who were in contact with the infected user, based on the app’s contact log, and will provide them with additional instructions. TraceTogether was built before Apple and Google developed their decentralized DP-3T model, and uses the BlueTrace Protocol instead. The app had compatibility issues with iOS and battery life issues early on, but recent updates that allow the app to run in the background have helped.

The early compatibility issues and a desire for accessibility led Singapore’s government to introduce the TraceTogether token. The token uses the same BlueTrace Protocol to collect encrypted IDs of contacts for encounters within 2 meters for 30 minutes or more. The tokens, which are designed to be worn on a lanyard or placed in a pocket, not only work with other tokens but also with the app itself. They do not have GPS, internet or cellular connection, and have a battery life of up to 9 months. If a user becomes infected, the MOH will ask them to turn in their token, so that the MOH can perform contact tracing.

Like other apps, neither the TraceTogether app nor the token collect location data, just the Bluetooth proximity data that is stored locally on the devices using encrypted IDs. Beyond this, the app only stores the user’s phone number, while the token stores no additional information at all. Each token has a unique QR code, designed to be used by the specific recipient only. Only the MOH has access to a private decryption key that allows them to read the contact data that is provided by infected users. For the app, the MOH only can decrypt the data once it is uploaded by the user. For the token, data cannot be accessed remotely and users must physically turn in their token in order to extract the data. The encrypted contacts are automatically deleted after 25 days. While the encrypted data is generally deemed secure, its reversible nature has caused criticism due to the possibility of the MOH’s decryption key becoming compromised.

Institutional:

The TraceTogether program was developed by the MOH and GovTech in a cohesive response effort to COVID-19. Further, the task of distributing the tokens and providing instructions has been given to volunteers from Singapore’s Silver Generation Office . Singapore’s long standing Infectious Disease Act (IDA) largely confers power to the MOH to manage a pandemic, allowing them to issue ‘Stay at Home Notices’, monitor those who are infected and penalize those who violate restrictions. The IDA specifies the data which can be collected by the MOH, giving a legal basis for the data collected by TraceTogether. Singapore’s 2018 Public Sector Governance Act in combination with their Public Sector Data Review Committee provide protections against data misuse and provide data security measures that the government must comply with. Singapore also has a Personal Data Protection Act, but this does not apply to data collected for and used by public agencies.

The TraceTogether app is voluntary, except for migrant workers who must download the app to be eligible to work in Singapore. For these workers, the TraceTogether app is integrated into another app, SGWorkPass , which lets the workers know each day whether or not they are approved to leave their residence for work. There is an ongoing debate over whether to make the app mandatory for everyone, not just for migrant workers. Currently, the token is also voluntary, and there is similar debate over whether it will become mandatory. The token has mainly been a government endeavor, but the bid for production was awarded to PCI , a Singapore-based technology company. Beyond this, the government invited a small group of hackers to examine the tokens in what was called a ‘ Tear Down ’.

Behavioral:

Since the app’s release in late March, an estimated 35% of Singapore’s population have downloaded it. While helpful, the government did not believe the app was effective enough, leading them to develop the token. The token has created a privacy backlash in Singapore, a place where people usually respect and do not question the government, leading some to sign a petition against the token. Phrases like “surveillance state” have been thrown out by those concerned, fearing for compulsory use and the government scaling the token’s infrastructure to track its citizen’s movements. Despite this, participants in the government’s ‘Tear Down’ generally approved of the technology, finding it to be secure. Beyond potential privacy concerns, one participant discussed the difficulty in rolling out bug fixes as a downside to the token. Still, the reactions from the first batch of token recipients have been generally positive -- one stated that even though he didn’t know how it worked, he felt more assured. Another said that carrying it around has been convenient.

What makes TraceTogether interesting?

Map of Singapore with nodes for interoperable, spreading awareness, accessibility

Interoperable:

TraceTogether is not just an app, but a multi-tool program. While it began with the app alone, GovTech could have decided to amend the BlueTrace Protocol or scrap the app altogether after experiencing battery life problems and compatibility issues with iOS. Instead, Singapore chose to design the tokens to supplement, but not replace, the existing framework. The tokens use the same BlueTrace Protocol and thus work in tandem with the app -- the tokens can detect each other as well as phones with the app. Regardless of whether the user has the app or the token, they are still recording their encounters and aiding in the contact tracing process. If successful, the tokens may serve as a model to other countries. As of July 6, 2020, the TraceTogether app is also integrated with Singapore's SafeEntry , an app where users check in and out when they enter businesses. Users can now scan the SafeEntry QR codes with their TraceTogether app, making the process more efficient. For all businesses currently in operation, SafeEntry is mandatory for “employees, associates, and vendors”, and in many places, is also mandatory for consumers or anyone else visiting the business. Additionally, the TraceTogether app is also integrated with Singapore’s SGWorkPass , an app that allows foreign workers living in Singapore to check their work status -- it tells them whether they are able to leave their residence to go to work, which is based on their health, location, and company’s status. While they each serve their own purpose, TraceTogether, SafeEntry and SGWorkPass all work towards a united response to COVID-19.

Accessibility:

Beyond technological issues, Singapore designed the token to fill in the gap for those people who have not or cannot download the app. The government estimates that 20% of all Singapore residents do not have mobile devices. This “digitally excluded” population includes poor communities, the elderly and young children. As such, these groups are the government’s targets for the token, which will be provided for free, in an effort to increase the effectiveness of contact tracing by making tools more accessible to all groups. Not much has been said about how exactly the government is prioritizing and selecting token recipients. However, the first batch of 10,000 tokens was distributed to the most “vulnerable” amongst these groups, specifically seniors who live on their own without a support system or those who are physically more susceptible.

Spreading Awareness:

Another benefit to Singapore’s approach is the added opportunity for public engagement, and thus, increased awareness about the country’s efforts to mitigate COVID-19. Key to the token’s rollout are volunteers who will personally deliver them to recipients. These volunteers will explain how to use the token and why they are important, and will even leave an instruction infographic with each recipient. Unlike with the app alone, where people can download it without really understanding it, physical delivery of the token makes the public more aware and perhaps more likely to adhere to the government’s recommended practices. Given that there is no open source code available for the token , although the source code for the app has recently become available, the in-person instruction is important towards making recipients feel assured. Further, members of the government plan to engage with seniors over the phone and in other forums to continue spreading awareness.

[1] Thank you to Nydia Remolina and Professor Mark Findlay at the Singapore Management University for their input on this topic.

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Many thanks for your input, really appreciate it.

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VDS still apply at F&B (coffeeshops, hawker centres, restaurants etc), events with > 500 people and nightlife establishments. The authorities conduct spot checks on diners at F&B outlets. The likelihood of you encountering them may be low but it doesn’t mean it won’t happen.

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/vaccination-differentiated-safe-management-measures-fnb-events-nightclubs-masks-2899566

Thank you for letting me know, very useful.

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I think that might be premature a call.

Given this means there will now be more people coming to Singapore that are not permitted in places that are supposed to be vaccine differentiated - particularly F&B areas if I had to bet Id expect more spot checking and so more reason to be sure I stuck to local health regulations ie keep TraceTogether active on my phone.

I want to be able to prove I am allowed out to eat when I visit shortly.

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Follow our news, recent searches, singapore stands down covid-19 rules: what you need to know, advertisement.

From the removal of the mask requirement in public transport and some healthcare settings to scaling down financial support, here are the changes to Singapore's COVID-19 policy.

SINGAPORE: The Government announced on Thursday (Feb 9) that it will step down its COVID-19 measures and also its disease alert to the lowest level, as Singapore establishes a new endemic norm.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) said the situation in Singapore has remained “stable” in recent months, despite increased travel over the year-end period, the Northern Hemisphere winter season and China’s shift from a zero-COVID policy.

Here are the changes announced on Thursday:

BACK TO DORSCON GREEN, MTF STEPS DOWN

Singapore will move its Disease Outbreak Response System Condition (DORSCON) tier to Green from Monday, putting COVID-19 in the same category as the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and the H7N9 bird flu strain.

According to MOH, this is due to the mild nature of the disease, especially among those who have been vaccinated, and the minimal disruption posed to healthcare capacity and daily lives.

The DORSCON level has been maintained at Yellow – the second-lowest tier – since April last year, after more than two years at Orange.

Additionally, the ministry announced that the multi-ministry task force, first convened in January 2020 as a whole-of-Government response to the COVID-19 pandemic, would be stood down .

MOH will take over management of the COVID-19 situation, but said an appropriate multi-agency structure will be reactivated if it worsens significantly.

MASK REQUIREMENT TO BE LIFTED

From Monday, masks will no longer be mandatory on public transport as well as some healthcare and residential care settings.

However, visitors, staff and patients will still be required to wear masks in settings where there is interaction with patients as well as indoor patient-facing areas.

These include hospital wards, emergency departments, consultation rooms and waiting areas, pharmacies, clinics and nursing homes.

MOH said this will be a ministry requirement rather than mandated under the COVID-19 regulations, to better protect patients and healthcare workers from infectious diseases in general.

This does not apply to individuals who are in a hospital area not related to the “delivery of care” – such as a cafeteria or car park, MOH’s director of medical services Kenneth Mak clarified.

The ministry, however, still encouraged the public – especially the elderly and immunocompromised – to wear masks in crowded places or when meeting vulnerable people. They similarly advised those with COVID-19 symptoms or other respiratory infections to wear a mask when leaving their homes.

Other authorities may also require mask-wearing, just as the Singapore Food Agency has required food handlers to wear a mask or spit guard for food safety reasons.

BORDER MEASURES TO BE SCRAPPED

Singapore will also scrap all COVID-19 border measures from Monday, as the global pandemic situation improves and imported cases make low impact on the healthcare capacity.

All travellers, including those who are not vaccinated, will no longer have to show proof of a negative pre-departure COVID-19 test before entering Singapore.

COVID-19 travel insurance will also no longer be required for non-vaccinated visitors.

The Vaccinated Travel Framework will remain in place for reactivation if there are “international developments of concern”, such as new severe variants or signs that Singapore’s healthcare capacity is strained by imported cases.

Travellers will also be continue to be screened for infectious diseases such as Yellow Fever, MERS and Ebola.

All travellers, including Singapore residents, will still have to submit a health declaration via the SG Arrival Card e-service when entering the country.

MOH said travellers should check the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) website for the latest border measures before entering Singapore.

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Goodbye tracetogether app, safeentry.

The TraceTogether app  can be uninstalled  from Monday. Enterprises may also do so for the SafeEntry (Business) app.

Members of the public can also return their tokens to community clubs and centres from Monday to Mar 12. They can also do so on behalf of family members and friends.

The returned tokens will be sent for “refurbishment and recycling”, said the Smart Nation and Digital Government Office (SNDGO).

MOH said that it no longer requires those infected with COVID-19 to submit TraceTogether data, and SafeEntry data is no longer being collected. It has also deleted all identifiable TraceTogether and SafeEntry data from its servers and databases.

However, the ministry said it is useful to keep both systems ready for reactivation for the contingency, when a new, more dangerous variant of concern breaks out.

“For this purpose, registration details such as name, business UEN and mobile number will be retained in the system, to minimise the steps taken by individuals and companies to set up and re-register for TraceTogether and Safe Entry, should it be needed,” it said.

Both apps will remain available on the App Store, Google Play Store and the Huawei AppGallery.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS TO BE REMOVED

Protocols 1-2-3, which determine what individuals should do if they are unwell or test positive for COVID-19, will be stood down from Monday, MOH said.

A new general advisory will be implemented. Under this, medically vulnerable persons who have Acute Respiratory Infection (ARI) symptoms, as well as those with severe, prolonged or worsening ARI symptoms should see a doctor.

Those with mild ARI symptoms should stay at home until symptoms resolve.

MOH said those who are symptomatic, or asymptomatic but tested positive for COVID-19, individuals should exercise social responsibility by wearing masks, minimising social interactions and avoiding crowded places if they need to go out.

SCALING DOWN COVID-19 FINANCIAL SUPPORT     

Financial support for testing and treatment of COVID-19 will be further scaled back , MOH announced on Thursday, but added that vaccines and oral antivirals will remain fully subsidised for eligible patients.

The changes, which will take effect from Apr 1, will bring financial support for COVID-19 testing and treatment in line with that of other acute illnesses.

All COVID-19 patients visiting hospitals or COVID-19 treatment facilities will no longer receive 100 per cent subsidy, regardless of their vaccination status.

Instead, regular healthcare safety nets   - such as Government subsidies, MediShield Life and MediSave – will apply to Singaporeans and permanent residents to defray healthcare expenses.

Community isolation facilities will also no longer be required for COVID-19, but some will be maintained for patients who want to self-isolate for valid reasons.

However, they will be charged for their stay and will not be able to use Government subsidies, MediShield Life or MediSafe to pay for their bills.

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COVID-19 measures for foreign workers in dormitories to align with that of the community from Mar 1

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Singapore to further scale back COVID-19 financial support; vaccines and antivirals stay fully subsidised

Patients will also be required to pay for any COVID-19 testing at primary care settings, such as polyclinics and general practitioner clinics. The fees will be subject to prevailing subsidies.

COVID-19 jabs under the National Vaccination Programme will continue to be offered free to all Singaporeans, permanent residents, long-term pass-holders and certain short-term pass-holders.

Additionally, with a higher risk of severe COVID-19, such as the immunocompromised and individuals with some comorbidities, may also be referred by their doctors for free telemedicine support.

MEASURES FOR MIGRANT WORKERS IN DORMITORIES

The current COVID-19 health measures for migrant workers living in dormitories will align with community guidelines from Mar 1.

Workers will also be free to visit the community without applying for a pass from Monday.

Migrant workers have been able to exit dormitories and visit community areas since the beginning of 2022, using the Popular Places Pass, which will be discontinued on Monday.

Also from Mar 1, those with mild respiratory infection symptoms may recover in their dormitory or see a doctor at any medical centre for migrant workers under the Primary Care Plan.

COVID-19 tests will only be administered for symptomatic vulnerable workers or those with severe symptoms. Additionally, workers who test positive will not need to be taken to COVID-19 recovery facilies.

Only those with more serious symptoms, such as shortness of breath and chest pain, will be taken to the emergency department at hospitals.

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Things to do in Moscow: how to visit Moscow | Unmissable, cool & unusual

  • September 2, 2023

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What are the best things to do in Moscow? What to do in Moscow? First, I will list the main places to visit by theme, passing by the must-sees, but also more unusual places in Moscow. Then, I will describe what to see in Moscow in one day and how to visit Moscow in 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 days. Let’s go!

Good to know. For more information, click on the places to open the dedicated blog posts.

Main places to visit in Moscow & best things to do in Moscow

I worked in Moscow and I loved this city for its dynamism and energy. We find there from time to time to see friends, remember good memories and enjoy this giant city! Then the time has come for us to share with you our practical guide.

TOP 5 must-see places in Moscow

  • Moscow Red Square
  • St. Basil’s Cathedral
  • Cathedral of Christ the Savior
  • Bolshoi Theatre

Places of cultural, historical and religious interest in Moscow

  • Novodevichy Convent and cemetery
  • Tretyakov Gallery
  • Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
  • Kremlin Izmaïlovo (pseudo-historic place, recently built in the image of the old, one of the best things to do in Moscow for your Instagram account 😉 )
  • Park and ancient village of Kolomenskoye

Visit Moscow of the Soviet era

  • Moscow State University and Sparrows Hill
  • VDNKh and the Museum of Astronautics, one of the key landmarks of the Soviet era in Moscow
  • GULAG Museum
  • Metro stations
  • The Stalinist skyscrapers, scattered all over the city

Less touristy places in Moscow

  • Gorky Park and the GARAGE museum
  • The old Krasny Oktyabr factory
  • Zaryadye Park
  • Center for Contemporary Art, WINZAVOD
  • Business center, Moscow City

Main districts of Moscow to visit

  • Patriarch Ponds
  • Tchistye Prudy
  • Kuznetsky most
  • Arbat Street

However, regardless of the length of your stay, whether you are going to visit Moscow in 4 days or in 2, you need a visa. The article Obtaining a tourist visa for Russia could then be useful in any case.

What to do and see in Moscow in one day?

List of things to see and do in Moscow in one day:

  • Go to Red Square
  • Visit St. Basil’s Cathedral
  • See Kremlin walls (but not to visit)
  • Visit Cathedral of Christ the Savior
  • Discover Kuznetsky most districts and see Bolshoi Theatre building
  • And if you have time at the end of the day: go to the Sparrows Hill or to the Moscow City for a beautiful view

Things to do in Moscow in 2 days

If you want to visit Moscow in 2 days, there are 2 purposes: do not miss the essential places of Moscow and optimize travel.

  • First day: Red Square , Saint Basil’s Cathedral , Zariadye Park, Bolshoi Theatre , Kremlin
  • Day 2: Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the former Krasny Oktyabr factory on Balchug Island, Gorky Park, Moscow State University (one of the Seven Sisters buildings ) and Sparrow Hill

As 2 days os really short, be sure to choose an accommodation in the best districts where to stay in Moscow .

Walking on Red Square in Moscow: one of the unmissable things to do in Moscow

Iconic place and one of the must-see places in Moscow and even in Russia! Besides, if there was only one place to visit in Moscow in 2 days, this place would then be Red Square, without hesitation. Therefore, starting the city tour with Red Square is ideal . Several buildings are on the square, but not all of them have to be visited. Check out my blog post about Moscow’s Red Square in detail to learn more and not miss anything.

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Visiting Saint-Basil’s Cathedral inside

Even more emblematic than Moscow’s Red Square! Built in the middle of the 16th century under the orders of Tsar Ivan Le Terrible, this cathedral is one of the most beautiful monuments of Orthodox art, and definitely one of the unmissable places in Moscow. Visiting Saint-Basil’s Cathedral inside is one of the most beautiful things to do in Moscow!

  • Visit estimate time : 1h30
  • Entry ticket : 700 RUB. Tickets can be purchased on the cathedral’s official website 45 days before the tour.
  • Audio guide (recommended): 500 RUB
  • Opening hours : June to August 10 am-6pm; from November to April: 11 am-5pm; May, September, October 11 am-5pm. Cathedral closed on Wednesdays. Entrance is closed 45 minutes before closing.
  • Find out more in the dedicated article: Saint Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow

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Take a walk in Zariadye park: one of the coolest things to do in Moscow after visiting Red Square

Zaryadie Park is just a 10-minute walk from St. Basil’s Cathedral, so it’s easy to include in your itinerary if you’re going to visit Moscow in 2 days. From its heights, you can see the red walls of the Kremlin. But, the most impressive point of view is the platform which overlooks the Moskva river. A must see! And clearly one of the coolest things to do in Moscow!

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  • Good to know! Park Zaryadye is also a place to visit in Moscow in winter. Find out more here: What to do in Moscow in winter?

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See the Bolshoi Theatre and discover the Kuznetsky Most district

The Bolshoi Theatre is the most famous Russian theater in the world. The most economical way to see a presentation at the Bolshoi Theater is to take the tickets on the theater’s official website in advance, so here is our tutorial to help you: How to buy entrance tickets to the Bolshoi? In addition, several pedestrian or one-way streets

The Bolshoi Theater is the most famous Russian theater in the world. The most economical way to see a presentation at the Bolshoi Theater is to take the tickets on the theater’s official website in advance, so here is our tutorial to help you: How to buy tickets to the Bolshoi? In addition, several pedestrian or one-way streets are located north of the theater. It is therefore very pleasant to find them to leave the main axes of the megalopolis.

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Visit the Moscow Kremlin

Visit Kremlin is on top of things to do in Moscow. A place of power for centuries, the Kremlin then shows us a whole different image when viewed from the inside. If you want to visit Moscow in 2 days, the Kremlin is certainly one of the must-see places in Moscow.

  • Opening hours : Daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Thursday.
  • See our blog post about visiting the Moscow Kremlin

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Visit the Cathedral of Christ the Savior

This impressive Moscow Cathedral is the seat of the Russian Orthodox Church. It is a must see if you visit Moscow in 2 days and clearly one of the things to do in Moscow. The Cathedral of Christ the Savior was first built in 1883 in memory of Russia’s victory over Napoleon’s Grand Army. Then in 1931 Stalin ordered its destruction. It was then rebuilt again (identically) only in 2000.

  • Where? Ulitsa Volkhonka 15. At the foot of the Kropotkinskaya metro station.
  • Opening hours . Daily: 10: 00-17: 00, except Monday: 13: 00-17: 00
  • Free entry (some closing restrictions, for example a short)

Good to know! In orthodox religious places, one must avoid excessively uncovered clothing. Women should cover their heads. After visiting the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, you can explore Bolotny Island and Gorky Park. This is one of the routes our guide to Moscow.

Cathedral of Christ the Savior

The old Krasny Oktyabr factory: one of the coolest things to do in Moscow

If you cross the Moskva River by a pedestrian bridge which is located just in front of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, you will enjoy a beautiful view of the city and at the same time you can discover Balchug Island. Furthermore, if you want to visit Moscow in 2 days, you can include this island in your itinerary between the cathedral and Gorky park. Here is the old confectionery factory Krasny Oktyabr, which has gradually turned into a fashionable micro-district. There are then some elements of street art, cafes and restaurants and some Moscow bohemian side. At the end of the island you can see a gigantic 98-meter-high monument dedicated to the Russian reforming tsar Pierre The Great.

Good to know! You can find on this island are the trendiest nightclubs in Moscow. On weekends, there are taxi caps after midnight so there are so many people. On the other hand, if you go there in winter and during the day, the island is quite empty and less interesting to see.

Gorky Park is one of the TOP places to visit in Moscow, because it allows you to better understand the life of the locals and their rhythm. In fact, it’s a huge entertainment park. For example, in winter there is a giant ice rink and in summer – free dance or yoga lessons, sandy beaches for playing volleyball, an outdoor cinema. So, like the locals, have a Stakantchik (ice cream or cooked corn), and enjoy the atmosphere of the place: that’s one of the interesting things to do in Moscow to discover the city.

  • Where? Krymsky Val 9. 20 minutes’ walk from Krasny Oktyabr, along the quays.

Sparrow Hill and Moscow State University

The Sparrow Hill, Vorobiovy Gori in Russian, is the highest point in Moscow. It is rather known to Russians, but less to travelers. A nice view on Moscow opens from the hill, and in particular on the Luzhniki Stadium. In addition, on the hill itself is the Moscow State University: an impressive skyscraper from the Soviet era.

  • How to get there? By bus T7 (35 min) from Oktyaborskaya station, near Gorki Park. By metro (Vorobiovy Gorki station) + climb the hill on foot. On foot along the Moskva along the Gorky Park (1h30) + climb in funiculars.

Good to know! It is possible to cross the Moskva river by funicular. We actually tested it and it was pretty cool! That is one of our favorite things to do in Moscow!

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What to do in Moscow in 3 days?

If you are going to visit Moscow in 3 days, it would be interesting to dive into the Soviet era which strongly marked the country and the city. After the Bolshevik Revolution, the capital was transferred from Saint Petersburg to Moscow, in order to mark the change of power. Moscow then became the world showcase for communist ideology. Here are the best things to do in Moscow for 3-day-trip!

VDNKh, visit Moscow of the Soviet era

VDNKh is a large exhibition center in the north of Moscow, where there are still several striking witnesses of the USSR. The most interesting are the Museum of Cosmonauts and the Statue of the Worker and the Kolkhozian , which will certainly impress you with its size!

Visit

GULAG History Museum

The explanations of the museum are very well done. We really have the feeling of going back in time. If you are going to visit Moscow in 3 days and you are interested in history and this subject in particular, I recommend this museum. Visit the GULAG History Museum is one of the most interesting things to do in Moscow.

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Discover the Patriarche Pounds district

It’s a nice neighborhood in Moscow where you can come across rather affluent locals, but not necessarily very bling-bling. Take a walk in this area is really a cool thing to do in Moscow! In addition, the Ponds of Patriarch is one of the places of Bulgakov’s novel “Master and Margarita”. As this is an interesting area to see, we have included it in a walking tour of Moscow. The route ends at the Moscow Kremlin, which is very convenient, because you will be able to visit Moscow in 3 days by optimizing your trips.

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What to visit in Moscow in 4 days: TOP things to do in Moscow in 4 days

If you want to visit Moscow in 3 days, you will already see a lot of things. On the other hand, if you stay one more day, you have plenty to do! The Novodevichy Convent, the Tchistie Proudy district and the Izmaylovo Kremlin are very good candidates for you, if you are going to visit Moscow in 4 days.

Visiting Novodevichy Convent in Moscow

The Novodevichy Convent is one of the most brilliant examples of Russian architecture, according to UNESCO. This beautiful complex was built in 1524 and today consists of the convent, but also of a cemetery whose status could be compared to that of Père-Lachaise in Paris. Visiting Novodevichy Convent is one of the great things to do in Moscow, if you want to go a little bit outside of the center!

What to see in Moscow in one day

Discovering Tchistye Proudy district

It’s one of the most popular areas of Moscow, with many cafes, restaurants and bars nearby. It is therefore a place to discover if you want to visit Moscow in 4 days. It is just as pleasant for a stroll as for the discovery of local life. For example, in winter the pond turns into an ice rink.

Visiting the Izmaylovo Kremlin, one of the coolest things to do in Moscow!

The Izmaylovo Kremlin is more of a tourist than a historic place. On the other hand, it is a pretty impressive place to discover, especially on weekends. Inside the Kremlin, there is a flea market where you can find a little bit of everything, but mostly good souvenirs to bring from Moscow. For example, chapka, traditional Russian scarves or matryoshka (Russian dolls). Add the Kremlin and the Izmaïlovo market to your itinerary if you are going to visit Moscow in 4 days, because it is a nice and very colorful place! Visiting the Izmailovo Kremlin is one of the things to do in Moscow, if you want to put colors in your Instagram account! 😉

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In 4 days, we will have the opportunity to see several Moscow: Classic Moscow, Moscow of old Russia, Soviet Moscow and a little bit of the new Moscow. So what to visit in Moscow on the 5th day of travel?

What to visit in Moscow in 5 days?

Art lovers will be delighted to discover the Tretyakov Gallery and the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, while others will prefer to stroll along Arbat Street, see the buildings of Moskva-City or visit Bunker 42.

Admiring Russian art at Tretyakov Gallery

Founded in 1856 by an industrialist and great lover of art, the gallery has grown over the decades, and then bequeathed to the state. Today the collection includes more than 140,000 pieces, 15,000 of which are paintings. Visiting the Tretyakov Gallery is one of the things to do in Moscow if you want to discover Russian art!

  • Where? Pereoulok Lavrouchinski 10. A 5-minute walk from Tretiakovskaya station
  • Opening hours. Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday. Closed on Mondays.
  • Entry tickets. 500 RUB.

Museum to see

Visiting the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts

The Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts presents the treasures of ancient Egypt, the paintings of Rembrandt and Cézanne, a fine collection of Impressionism.

  • Where? Ulitsa Volkhonka 12
  • Opening hours. Daily: 10: 00-20: 00, except Thursday: 11: 00-21: 00. Closed on Mondays. The boxes close an hour before closing.
  • Entry tickets. The prices vary according to the collections from 300 to 750 RUB.

Walking on Arbat Street

All Russians know Rue Arbat. So, walking on Arbat street is one of the things to do in Moscow. However, after the years, little by little it became very touristy. This is a pedestrian street only. There are souvenir shops, restaurants and cafes there, but it is no longer the most authentic neighborhood in the city.

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Seeing the buildings of Moskva-City (Moscow City)

Moskva-City is Moscow’s business center, much like Paris’s Defense district. The skyscrapers of Moskva-City are among the tallest in Europe: 373 meters high! Very nice place to see at dusk.

Good to know! You can admire a nice view of Moscow City from the docks of Tarasa Shevchenko. It’s especially beautiful in the evening with all the lights on.

Bunker 42, one of the most unusual things to do in Moscow

Bunker 42 is a secret military complex which was to be used by the Soviets in the event of a nuclear attack: a space of 7000 m² 65 meters underground!

  • Where? 5 Kotelnitcheski Lane, 11.
  • Prices. 2200 RUB per person
  • Opening hours. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Restaurant inside. Original, but rather a tourist trap.

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What to visit in Moscow in 6 days or more?

There are still so many places to see, because Moscow is a big megalopolis and there is always something exciting to do there. For example: the ancient Kolomenskoye village or the WINZAVOD contemporary art center .

If you are interested in history and want to see Russian cities on a rather “human scale”, it would certainly be interesting for you to discover the cities of the Golden Ring . For example, it is very easy to get to Sergey Posad from Moscow (less than 2 hours in train). Visiting the Golden Ring is one of the best things to do in Moscow if you are staying more than a 5-6 days.

There are still plenty of places to see in Moscow, however I did my best to list here the best things to do in Moscow, what to see in Moscow in one day, but also in 2, 3, 4 or 5 days in Moscow!

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Highlights:.

  • Explore a massive Soviet Park VDNKh (or VVC);
  • Experience this special feeling of the good old Soviet times & dark and gloomy Cold War era;
  • Get to the highest spot in Moscow city and one of the deepest metro in the world;
  • Find out the rough truth about the insane 900-day siege of Leningrad (present St Petersburg);
  • Take in the Triumphal Arch;
  • Capture an extraordinary sculpture-memorial to the Holocaust;
  • Join a guided Bunker-42, Cold War Museum tour (optional, not included in the price).
  • See a harmony trio: an orthodox church, a synagogue and a mosque all in one park.

Tour Itinerary

With the 1000-year history, Russia has had a rich portfolio of conflicts, battles, wars. On this Soviet tour, we'll talk about various wars that happened in Russia, focusing on WWII.

Mother Russia has undergone a lot in its long life. Since ancient times, Russian rulers have taken nearly all political power into their own hands. By the beginning of the 20th century, the Russian oppositional movement was deadly set for the total destruction of the ever-lasting tsarist regime. All of Russia got involved in the bloody revolution of 1917 in an effort to abolish the current state of the government and gain freedom for the ordinary people.

You will learn about the every-day life of the Soviet people during the bloody Second World War with the Nazis, including the legendary Battle for Moscow, the 900-day siege of Leningrad, the hardships that local citizens went through, the consequences of the war and the scars it left on the Soviet people, as well as why the Cold War happened and what was the fundamental reason.

Our mission on the Soviet Russia tour is to find out

  • - How much this 1917 revolution cost the people;
  • - Whether they actually got the freedom they wanted and was it worth it;
  • - What happened over the next 74 years;
  • - Who were the main political communist leaders of the Soviet Union;
  • - Were Russians happy and satisfied with the Soviet Union?

Our tour itinerary will lie in most Soviet areas of Moscow, which are quite spread throughout the city, as very few of them are left. You can choose how much you are ready to live this Soviet life on a 5, 7 or 10-hour tour. Depending on the duration of the tour, you will see part or all of the places below:

If you want to extend the tour, you are welcome to do so by paying $20/extra hour in cash on the tour.

Time stands still in Red Square. The Red Square is the heart of Moscow (and whole Russia). Saint Basil's Cathedral will make your mouth drop. If it is from May-October, have a cocktail on the outside terrace and simply people watch! The massive square offers so much to enjoy.

Lenin's Mausoleum

The burial place of one of the most influential communist leaders in the world.

Revolution Square Metro Station

Rub the Soviet dog's nose for good luck and admire the 76 bronze sculptures, devoted to the passionate, strong-willed and patriotic Soviet people.

Poklonnaya Hill

The highest point in Moscow, where Napoleon waited for keys of the city.

All-Russian Exhibition Center (VVC)

With its giant arch, amazing fountain, and huge pavilions of different Soviet Republics.

Victory Park Metro Station

The deepest undeground station in Moscow and one of the deepest in the world.

Victory Park

For an open-air museum as big as 135 ha (1 350 000 square meters), Victory park sure doens't lack diversity. The park is dedicated to the Russian victory in WWII, and was laid out in 1995 in commemoration of 50-year anniversary of victory.

Stalin had planned for its construction already in 1941, being sure of victory from the very start of the war.

Greeting Hill

The highest points in Moscow (172 meters), where Napoleon waited for keys of Moscow in vain.

Triumphal Arch

Stunning monument consisting of 12 cast-iron columns, each 12 meters high, and weighing 16 tons. Built to mark Russia's victory over Napoleon in 1812.

Museum of the Great Patriotic War

In the city that is as much about wars as it is about victories, there is one essential stopover - the Museum of the Great Patriotic War (that's what WWII is called in Russia). Must-do for those wishing to understand Russia's past and look at the whole war from the different perspective - Russian.

The museum is not for the faint-hearted. Here you can see films about the partisan experience, the scenes that will haunt you forever (no subtitles, but they are not necessary).

Museum of Contemporary History (from outside only)

We'll have a glance at Russian life of the XX century in the  Museum of Contemporary History , which houses bits of everything from Russian history of XXth century: from English club to a storage of Stalin's presents.

Memorial to the Holocaust,

devastating and breath-taking!

Unleash your inner spy. Highly recommended  Bunker-42 ,  Cold War Museum , explore the place where Khrushchev lived during the Cuban Crisis. Go down 18 floors to a gigantic bunker under Moscow that was designed to withstand a nuclear attack. Watch a short film about the severity of the Cold War. If you lived through the Cold War, you will hardly believe it is possible that you are in Bunker 42!

Wander through  Sparrow Hills  and climb up to the highest observation deck of Moscow with stunning views of all seven Stalin’s skyscrapers, including  Moscow State University . After that, experience the excitement of taking a  river cruise  on the Moscow river and catch the views of the Kremlin and Soviet times.​

What you get:

  • + A friend in Moscow.
  • + Private & customized Moscow tour.
  • + An exciting tour, not just boring history lessons.
  • + An authentic experience of local life.
  • + Flexibility during the tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
  • + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
  • + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
  • + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
  • + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

*This WW2 and Cold War tour can be modified to meet your preferences.

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