all roads travel campus vacations phone number

If you have already signed up to book trips with us, click Login and head over to book or manage existing tirps.

If you're new here, click register and get started booking your next trip today.

© 2023, All Roads Travel. All rights reserved.

• Chronological

Terms & Conditions

Privacy & security, return policy.

If your event is cancelled, we will refund the amount you paid for your tickets (minus order processing, service and delivery fees) using the same payment method used for purchase. If your event is postponed, we will contact you with the new date and time. All Event personnel have the right to refuse entry to any ticket holder for any reason at their discretion. Venue and Talent are subject to change without notice and are not grounds for a refund. Anything promised by the promoter that is unfulfilled is not guaranteed by the seller and is not grounds for a refund.

Refund and Exchanges

There are no refunds.

• Spring Break
• Holiday weekenders
• College Football

UNFORGETTABLE COLLEGE TRAVEL EXPERIENCES

FIND YOUR NEXT GETAWAY

CABO 
SPRING BREAK 2025

CANCúN 
SPRING BREAK 2025

Puerto Vallarta 
SPRING BREAK 2025

PUNTA CANA 
SPRING BREAK 2025

Puerto Rico 
SPRING BREAK 2025

FT Lauderdale Spring Break 2025

Miami Spring break 2025

las vegas senior trip 2024

Oktoberfest In Montreal 2024

LAS VEGAS LABOR DAY WEEKEND 2024

Las vegas memorial day weekend 2024.

College Football Weekenders 2024

We make it easy

JusCollege dreams up college trips you and your friends want for Spring Break, Fall Break, Weekenders and more! So don’t worry about coming up with the best vacation ever, we’ve done the work for you.

SELECT YOUR TRIP

Whether it’s beach concerts in Mexico or day-to-night parties in Vegas, we offer exclusive getaways perfect for any group size.

PAY SEPARATELY

Low on cash? Reserve your spot in the group with a small deposit, then pay the rest monthly with our easy payment plans.

ONE STOP SHOP

With hotels, transport, and activities bundled together and ready to go, all you have to do is pack your bags and head out!

WHAT STUDENTS THINK

“It’s not often you get the chance to travel with all your friends, so it’s exciting to be able to take advantage of this”

Penn State University

“Being an ambassador at JusCollege has led me to meet and network with amazing people. It has also helped me build my resume.”

Rutgers University

“Cabo 2019 was a great trip! My friends and I had a blast… It was great to have all of my best friends in one place.”

Connecticut

#juscollege

As long as you meet the age restriction at the start of your trip then you're fine to book in advance.

Yes! With our flexible payment plans, you can lock in your spot with a simple deposit and pay the balance in monthly installments leading up to your trip.

We accept most major credit providers, including VISA, Mastercard, and AMEX. With our payment plan option, you can secure your group reservation with a small deposit and pay the rest monthly.

Packages are priced per person. The total cost at checkout will be split evenly across everyone in the group. The cost of your trip is based on the room type you select and the number of people in the room/reservation.  This means that you'll be able to take advantage of the best deals by making sure that your total travelers match the full occupancy of the room you are choosing!

A Party Pass gives you access to specific events during an experience - like pool parties, club nights and live performances - but it doesn’t include accommodation . Party Passes are ideal if you're local to an experience or want to find your own accommodations.

Your deposit reserves your spot on the trip and is non-refundable.

Absolutely! We have an exceptional safety record and take a number of precautions, including working with reputable handpicked partners, and providing our travelers with real-time SMS and email alerts, and more. At both US and international spring break trips, we have a risk mitigation team onsite who focus on emergency planning and escalation.

With any location, we advise that you keep your belongings safe at all times, avoid provoking strangers, and always show respect to vendor officials and locals. We also recommend traveling in groups to and from events, especially after dark.

Yes! As well as providing financial protection in case things go wrong during your trip, travel insurance will also mean that you have cancellation cover if you can’t go for certain reasons. We recommend purchasing at the time of booking or through our referral link with Travel Insured International (you may also purchase insurance from other providers and provide this evidence to us). Travel insurance policies can be very complex, so we’d recommend that you do your research and carefully read policy documents to determine what is and isn’t included.


Hotels routinely ask for a credit card to be placed on hold for INCIDENTALS or a SECURITY DEPOSIT. As long as there are no issues with the hotel room (no damage and no outstanding room service balances), you should receive the deposit back.

RESORT FEES or hotel PARKING FEES are NOT included in your trip pricing. We cannot collect this fee on behalf of the hotel due to the fact these fees often change and are out of our control. Therefore, you will be responsible for paying resort fees and/or parking fees with the hotel directly, upon arrival.

If you have any questions regarding incidentals and resort fees, please contact the hotel directly.

Airport Fees:

If you are traveling internationally, you’ll be charged U.S. and foreign departure taxes and fees in addition to your package price. These taxes and fees vary depending on your departure city and destination, and may change if the government changes the fees between the time you book and the time you travel. Passengers are responsible for any changes in taxes and fees. Tours may also include a processing fee that varies by destination. When you price your trip, all airport fees and processing fees will be included in your final price.

Change Fees:

Changes are no problem as long as our suppliers can accommodate the request. We can’t make any guarantees, but we do promise to make every effort on your behalf. There is a per person fee for changing a reservation in any way once All Roads Travel has received your deposit. Adding customers to an existing reservation is NOT considered a change. Change fees will be applied for, but are not limited to, the following situations: name changes, hotel changes, and destination changes. These additional fees will appear on your final price after the change has been made.

Cancellation Fees:

Once your deposit is received, all cancellations must be written and sent to our office via email. There is a cancellation fee that will be assessed to your account based on time of cancellation. If your package is paid in full and includes the Comprehensive Travel Insurance, you may be entitled to a refund through the insurance company. Please contact our Customer Service department at [email protected] with any cancellation requests or questions.

Resort Fees:

Resort fees are a daily “mandatory” additional charge that the hotel property charges outside of the initial booking cost. These fees are under the discretion of the hotel and will need to be paid by the traveler, not All Roads Travel.

No, you do not have to be in college to book with JusCollege for any of our destination events! Most of our packages are open to the general public, the only requirement is that all of our travelers must be 18+.

The only restrictions we have are the ones enforced by our hotel and club partners. Some hotels have 18+ check-in requirements and some have 21+. For example: Las Vegas has mostly a 21+ minimum age check-in requirement, while Cabo and Puerto Vallarta has a 18+ minimum check-in requirement. This also varies by property as well.

© 2022, All Roads Travel. All rights reserved.

Get in touch

Send it all week in Vegas or set sail on a catamaran in Cancun. Whatever you’re into, JusCollege has the perfect Spring Break trip for you and your friends.

• Spring Break

BOOK AN EXPERIENCE

Puerto Vallarta 
SPRING BREAK 2023

Puerto vallarta spring break.

Join us for an unmatched Puerto Vallarta getaway in 2023, featuring an exclusive lineup of live performances and incredible day parties & nightlife. Our package includes a 4-5 night stay at Puerto Vallarta's top accommodations, plus access to the most talked-about Spring Break parties in Mexico.

CHOOSE DATES FROM

What’s Included?

4 or 5 Night Stay

Access to Exclusive Spring Break Events

In-Destination Support Crew

PUERTO VALLARTA SPRING BREAK IS BACK

SPEND SPRING BREAK 2023 IN PUERTO VALLARTA

Puerto Vallarta is back for Spring Break 2023 with thousands of party-ready travelers. Experience an unbeatable lineup of live performances, buzzing nightlife, and beautiful hotel accommodations right on the coast.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Exclusive cv! concerts

Buyout Accommodations

CURATED SPRING BREAK PARTIES

Worldclass nightlife EXPERIENCES

YOUR SPRING BREAK STARTS HERE

Parties, concerts, hotels close to it all, we know what you and your friends want and give you what you need to make it as awesome of a time as you want it to be. With affordable deposits, simple group booking options, and stress-free payments on every package, you can finally do a group trip of any size easy.

STAY CLOSE TO THE ACTION

MELIA Hotel

This all-inclusive, beachfront resort offers guests a variety of dining options and perfect leisure activities for a Mexico getaway. Overlooking Marina Vallarta, one of the most exclusive and quiet areas of Puerto Vallarta, this popular luxury resort is located just 5 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes from downtown.

LUXURY Villas

Our collection of private villas features a diverse assortment of high-end properties with sophisticated amenities and services for an unmatched Puerto Vallarta experience.

we make it easy

We take care of the stressful details of planning Spring Break, so all you have to do is click to get your next great travel experience. We’ve got the travel, hotel  and entertainment ready for you in one exclusive package. Plus, we offer one-of-kind add-ons and off-site adventures. 
All joy, no hassle.

SELECT YOUR TRIP

Whether it’s beach concerts in Mexico or day-to-night parties in Vegas, we offer exclusive getaways perfect for any group size.

PAY SEPARATELY

Low on cash? Reserve your spot in the group with a small deposit, then pay the rest monthly with our easy payment plans.

ONE STOP SHOP

With hotels, transport, and activities bundled together and ready to go, all you have to do is pack your bags and head out!

WHAT STUDENTS SAY

“Being an ambassador at All Roads Travel has led me to meet and network with amazing people. It has also helped me build my resume.”

Rutgers University

“It’s not often you get the chance to travel with all your friends, so it’s exciting to be able to take advantage of this”

Your deposit reserves your spot on the trip and is non-refundable.

Absolutely! We have an exceptional safety record and take a number of precautions, including working with reputable handpicked partners, and providing our travelers with real-time SMS and email alerts, and more. At both US and international spring break trips, we have a risk mitigation team onsite who focus on emergency planning and escalation.

With any location, we advise that you keep your belongings safe at all times, avoid provoking strangers, and always show respect to vendor officials and locals. We also recommend traveling in groups to and from events, especially after dark.

Yes! As well as providing financial protection in case things go wrong during your trip, travel insurance will also mean that you have cancellation cover if you can’t go for certain reasons. We recommend purchasing at the time of booking or through our referral link with Travel Insured International (you may also purchase insurance from other providers and provide this evidence to us). Travel insurance policies can be very complex, so we’d recommend that you do your research and carefully read policy documents to determine what is and isn’t included.


We’re here to make group college getaways easy and unforgettable. Hotels and entertainment are rolled into simple packages that let you enjoy all the fun of traveling with friends without the hassle. Click to get going now!

© 2021, All Roads Travel. All rights reserved.

Campus Vacations

337 queen st w, toronto, ontario, canada, m5v 2a4, campus vacations reviews ( %countitem ).

. They take your money. My whole trip bought trip insurance (with proof) to only find out that Campus Vacations never submitted our claims. So we never had insurance for down south even though we bought it. Don't even get me started on their COVID procedures. We all wanted to cancel our trip because we were not allowed to even get into Cuba due to COVID. They told us that we were forfeiting the trip and would get no refund even though we could not legally get in since borders were closed. There is a long list of issues that myself and my whole trip of 100+ have with Campus Vacations, mainly the insurance issue. If something had happened down south they would be 100% liable because we did indeed purchase the insurance, but they did not put it through.

My daughter booked a trip for spring vacation with Campus Vacations. The destination was Punta Cana for March 16th, 2019. Due to unexpected financial reasons she needs to cancel her trip. She has been payments on a regular basis totaling $1,125 so far. The balance is due in full by December 7, 2018. She has contacted Campus Vacations to cancel and request a refund. She was told that the cancellation policy is no cash refunds. She was offered a trip credit for a future trip only. I have confirmed this is the stated policy outlined on their website. However in addition to being unreasonable policy, it is actually both unfair and discriminatory. My daughter knows of other students who booked the exact same trip, but only paid the $75 deposit. If these these students cancel, they are subject only to the loss of their $75 deposit. How can this be legal to have different cancellation policies for the same trip? This is ***, penalizing those who make payments vs those who pay at the last minute. Product_Or_Service: Vacation trip Account_Number: JW56MWD

I am requesting my daughter be treated no differently than the other students who only loose the $75 deposit. A refund of $1050.00

Campus Vacations provides group travel experiences for University and College Students over 18 years old. As the client confirmed, our Terms & Conditions, containing our cancellation policy, are available and were signed at the time of bookings. The client's primary objection is that they feel they are being treated unfairly, as passengers who only paid the deposit and did not follow the monthly payment plan are only losing their deposit in case of cancellation. However, as outlined in our terms and conditions below, any client who misses 2 months of payments no longer has an active spot on our trip. In order to return on the trip once missing 2 payments, if there is room on the trip and the trip has not sold out, they must pay the balance to catch up to payments and are subject to paying a higher overall price for the trip. See outlined below in our terms and conditions (Copied): PAYMENT DUE DATES All of our trips are broken into easy-to-pay monthly installments with the balance payment due three months prior to the departure date. Payment dates are displayed during the online booking process. Registered passengers can find their specific payment schedule under the Payment Info tab of My Profile. All monthly payments are mandatory, failure to make a payment may result in losing your place on the trip and/or your early booking price. Late payments may also be subject to a late fee. You need to make all payments according to the payment schedule in order to ensure your space on the trip. Regardless of the time of canceling we do not offer monetary refunds unless the amount paid exceeds the amount due based on the monthly payment plan. In that case, the excess would be refunded toward the original method of payment. Even though we do not offer monetary refunds, we do offer the following: 1) At the time of booking, all clients are encouraged to purchase comprehensive travelers insurance (which includes cancellations insurance), if they wish to remove this from their packages they need to actively decline the insurance. 2) At the time of cancellation, if insurance was declined, or their claim was resolved unfavorably by the insurance provider, we issue Trip Dollars equal to the amount they have paid. 1 Trip Dollar is equivalent to $1 that may be used towards a trip with Campus Vacations. Trip dollars can be used for 5 years following the canceled trip. 3) Finally, as long as the trip is canceled within 30 days of departure, we are able to offer a name change. This is always up to the approval of our suppliers, the airlines, resorts or other tour providers. If approval is granted, we can replace the name of the existing canceling passenger with a new passenger. The canceling passenger must find and work with the new passenger to ensure that they book and pay for their trip up to the same amount paid by the canceling passenger. Once the new passenger has paid for their spot in the trip, Campus Vacations will refund the canceling passenger onto their original method of payment. Campus Vacations tries to work with each client that needs to cancel their trip with us, however, we are limited to the terms and conditions placed on us by our various suppliers.

(The consumer indicated he/she DID NOT accept the response from the business.) Campos Vacations has failed to adequately justify two very different penalties for cancelling the very same trip. How can they reconcile penalizing one student only $75 and another student over $1100 for cancelling the same trip? This is clearly a *** refund policy. Campos Vacations engages in predatory business practices, praying on young students. Customer satisfaction is obviously not a priority at Campos Vacations. Buyer beware!

Write a review of Campus Vacations

Campus vacations rating.

Address: 337 Queen St W, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5V 2A4

Add contact information for Campus Vacations

Moscow Tours & Travel Packages 2024/2025

Our 60 most popular moscow trips. compare tour itineraries from 45 tour companies. 308 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating., popular moscow tours.

St Petersburg & Moscow in Style - Winter

• Explore the majestic St Petersburg & Moscow on private city tours
• Admire the rich Russian history, art and architecture
• Travel to Moscow on a highspeed train
• Enjoy the local cuisine in stylish restaurants

Lower Volga Voyage

• Visit magnificent Red Square and Kremlin and examine the collection at theKremlin’s State Armory.
• Experience Russia’s diverse musical traditions at lively folk music performances
• Explore Volgograd, the site of the decisive battle of World War II’s eastern front

Volga Dream Russian River Cruise

St Petersburg & Moscow in Style - Summer

White Russian - 7 days

• Discover Moscow's UNESCO-listed Red Square, home to spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum and the historic GUM Department store
• Explore the grounds of Moscow's mighty Kremlin, with its numerous governmentbuildings, gold-domed cathedrals and the giant tsar bell
• Celebrate New Year's Eve in Moscow!
• Take in the highlights of St Petersburg including a guided tour of the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Cathedral
• Take a guided tour of the remarkable Hermitage Museum at the Winter Palace

Vodka Shot - 6 days

• Explore the beautiful city of St Petersburg, including the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Nevsky Prospekt
• Marvel at the dazzling array of art and exhibits in the world-famous Hermitage Museum, at the Winter Palace in St Petersburg
• Discover a lavish residence of the tsars on a day trip to Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo (winter: mid-October to April) or Peterhof Palace and gardens (summer: May to mid-October)
• Take in the highlights of the capital on a walking tour, visiting Moscow's famous Red Square, home to the historic GUM Department Store, Lenin’s Mausoleum and spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral
• Take a guided tour of the Moscow Kremlin, Russia’s political power house. Stroll around the grounds of this fortified complex, visit the Kremlin's cathedrals and see the mighty Tsar Bell

Route of the Romanovs - 10 days

• Learn about the last days of the Romanovs in Yekaterinburg, visiting the sites where Tsar Nicolas II and his family were assassinated and buried
• Straddle two continents at the famous obelisk Europe/Asia border marker in Yekaterinburg
• Experience the Trans-Siberian railway on an overnight train journey from Moscow to Yekaterinburg

New Year's in Moscow - 9 days

• Visit Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo on Christmas Day and marvel at the incredible Amber Room
• Spend a night in Novgorod, an ancient city by the Volkhov River - explore the kremlin, cathedral and other sights and enjoy a traditional Russian banya (sauna)

All Moscow , expedition cruises, self guided adventures and vacation packages. Find the best guided and expert planned vacation and holiday packages. Read more about Moscow

Small Group Moscow Tours

Back in the USSR - 7 days

Russian Revolution - 9 days

• Visit historic Novgorod, an ancient city which straddles the Volkhov River. Explore the attractive riverside kremlin and experience a traditional Russian banya (sauna)

The Snowball - 6 days

• Visit Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo and marvel at the incredible Amber Room

Mood for Moscow - 4 days

• Head underground to visit a Stalinist-era Soviet Bunker on an optional excursion
• Stroll to the vibrant Izmailovo Market, which lies behind the walls of an ancient Kremlin, and shop for an array of souvenirs

Best Moscow Tours by Duration

Tours, Cruises & Private Trips

Best Moscow Tours by Price

Top Moscow Attractions & Experiences

Moscow Tours & Travel Guide

Moscow Attractions & Landmarks Guide

Moscow reviews & ratings, capitals of the north.

some hotels could have been better

It was jam packed with every place I wanted to go and see. I especially love my photo of us setting out on the night time river cruise in St Petersburg and the Peter...

I really did not buy much and what I did buy was small gifts for others .

Johanna-Marie

Good hotels, some better than others. Interesting itinerary

Too rushed. Optional tour rather too short

See all Moscow reviews

Moscow Tours FAQ

1. Does Travelstride have all the tour operators?

2. How does the Member Savings program save me money?

3. Can I trust the tour operator and trip reviews on Travelstride?

4. What does ‘Stride Preferred’ mean?

• Trip Planner
• Private Tours
• Small Group Tours
• Two Capitals
• City Breaks
• Trans-Siberian
• River Cruises
• Russia & Beyond

4-star edition of the private 9-day tour of the Russian capitals

5-star edition fo the private 9-day tour of Moscow & St. Petersburg

13-day in-depth discovery of Moscow, Kazan, and St. Petersburg

7-day tour designed to harness the best of the Venice of the North

11-day private discovery of Moscow, St. Petersburg, and the Golden Ring

Your Russia Getaway

Fill out the short trip survey to receive a personalized itinerary from a destination expert.

• Travel guide
• Before you go
• What to see

Russia Trip Planner

Learn about the dos and the don'ts for your amazing trip to Russia

• Our Partners
• Reservation Policies

Rated 9/10 on the Trustpilot review platform

• My itineraries
• Chat with us
• Trip survey

Groups & Agents

• For Suppliers

+1 (888) 744-6056

• North America : +1 (888) 744-6056
• Oceania and Australia : +61261888118

Moscow, Russia

You are here, about moscow.

Moscow is unlike any other city on Earth. It is the wealthy economic center for one-sixth of the world's land mass and has over 120 ethnic groups and nationalities. A diverse and vibrant city with a strange combination of traditional Russian architecture and newer Soviet tastelessness, Moscow is an adventure waiting to happen!

Reasons to travel to Moscow

But what makes it so popular among tourists is the concentration of Moscow attractions. When you travel to Moscow you definitely want to see the red-bricked walls of the Kremlin , to take a picture in front of St. Basil's Cathedral , and probably visit the world-famous Bolshoi Theater . All of these places are located within a very small area around Red Square , so seeing them on a walking sightseeing tour of Moscow is convenient and allows you to avoid traffic jams.

The concentration of Moscow's main sights is one of the facts that make this city a world-class tourist destination. The majority of its attractions is centered in one small area, and the Kremlin is the hub of this concentration.

These sights extend into the realm of fantasy and are a must to put on your Moscow itinerary: the colorful domes of the Cathedral of St. Vasily the Blessed, the neo-gothic consumer wonderland that is the GUM , or state department store, and the timepiece of Russia's New Year's celebrations, the Spassky clock tower, all tower over the beautiful Red Square.

The neighboring Kitay-Gorod, or "Basket-Town" (likely a reference to the construction method of the city walls surround it), remains a significant concentration of traditional Russian structures serving as a commercial center. The Bolshoi Theater, the Lubyanka, and the hotels that tower above the Manege Square all are situated within the Boulevard Ring, an urban open-space doubling as a heavily-trafficked roadway created after the Great Fire of 1812, the one that left Napoleon's Army starving deep within wintry Russia.

Moscow transport system

As Europe's largest metropolis, and the 5th largest city in the world, Moscow comes with its share of traffic blunders. It seems that all of the world's most expensive black cars are here, and that most of the city's car owners do not understand the difference between sidewalks and parking lots. Still, while the traffic situation leaves much to be desired, the Moscow subway is superb.

The advanced Metro system carries up to 3 million passengers a day and its trains run every few minutes. With stations that could rival art museums, the Metro is one of Moscow's great must-see sights. Travel in Moscow Metro at least once to see that there is nothing like it in the world.

Best time to visit Moscow

The peak of the Moscow travel season is May through September. However, you may prefer to savor Moscow tourism delicacies during the low travel season. The snowy winter months offer just as many entertainment options as one can find during summer.

You can celebrate New Year's Eve or see Russia's biggest ice rink on Red Square, taste blinis or visit one of the numerous winter markets. Any popular St. Petersburg - Moscow tour hides a handful of memorable experiences the whole year round!  

Although the best time to visit Moscow is from May to September, the city in winter still enchants with its towers and lights. Its great celebrations on the day of the October Revolution (held on November 7, a discrepancy resulting from the difference between the traditional Russian Julian calendar and the Gregorian calendar in use around the world today), and New Years Day make it the place to be. Of course, the best way to plan your trip is through one of our package tours to Moscow. If you are planning a trip to Russia , don't hesitate to contact our experienced travel experts who'll be glad to help.

Best Things to Do in Moscow

• Explore the Kremlin and the gorgeous Red Square
• Get acquainted with Russian art at the Tretyakov Gallery
• See the "underground palaces" down in Moscow metro

Top Attractions in Moscow

The famous GUM is a large department store in the Kitai-gorod part of Moscow facing Red Square.

The symbol of Moscow and entire Russia, the Kremlin is often described as the 8th Wonder of the World.

Moscow Metro is like a whole underground city that holds the world's largest collection of Stalinist Art.

Moscow's most well-known cloister with golden domes, untouched since the 17th century.

St. Basil’s Cathedral is Moscow’s most famous artistic work of architecture set in the romantic Red Square.

History and luxury is revealed inside the Kremlin as the Armoury Chamber displays treasures like Faberge Eggs.

Over 1000 years of Russia's finest art from Rublev to Shishkin, over 150 000 exhibits of religious and modern art.

Districts [ edit ]

Central Moscow districts [ edit ]

Outlying districts [ edit ], understand [ edit ].

Moscow is the financial and political centre of Russia and the countries formerly comprising the Soviet Union. It has a population of around 13 million and an area of 2,511 square kilometres (970 sq mi) after an expansion in 2012. One-tenth of all Russian citizens live in the Moscow metropolitan area. Moscow is the second most populous city in Europe, after Istanbul , and has the most populous metropolitan area in Europe, with some 21 million residents. Moscow is in the UTC+3 time zone; there is no daylight saving time.

Many years since the break up of the Soviet Union, the economy has improved, and the modern era has brought upon a wide variety of construction projects, modern architecture and newer transport systems replacing the derelict ones during Soviet times.

Geography [ edit ]

Moscow is a large metropolis on the Moskva River, which bends its way through the city. The historical center is on the northern bank of the river. The other major waterway is the Yauza River, which flows into the Moskva east of the Kremlin.

Much of Moscow's geography is defined by the 3 'Ring Roads' that circle the city at various distances from the centre, roughly following the outline of the walls that used to surround Moscow. With Red Square and the Kremlin forming the very centre, the innermost ring road is the Boulevard Ring ( Bulvarnoye Koltso ), built in the 1820s where the 16th century walls used to be. It runs from the Christ the Savior Cathedral in south-west central Moscow, to the mouth of the Yauza in south-east central Moscow.

The next ring road, the Garden Ring ( Sadovoe Koltso ), derives its name from the fact that landowners near the road in Tsarist times were obligated to maintain gardens to make the road attractive. In Soviet times, the road was widened, and there are now no gardens there.

The Third Ring Road, completed in 2004, is not much use for tourists but is a heavily used motorway which absorbs a bit of Moscow's traffic. It roughly follows the outline of Kamer-Kollezhsky val , the customs boundary of Moscow in the 18th – early 20th century. The outer edge of Moscow is largely defined by the Moscow Ring Road (widely known by its abbreviation: MKAD-Moskovskaya kolcevaya avto doroga), a motorway which is 108 km (67 mi) long and encircles the entire city (similar to London's M25 and Paris' Périphérique ).

Climate [ edit ]

The climate of Moscow features warm summers and long, cold winters.

Get in [ edit ]

See Russia#Get in for visa requirements to Russia.

By train [ edit ]

Moscow is a railway hub, with connections to all parts of Russia and far into Europe and Asia. Due to its hub status, Moscow's train stations are often crowded; trains are the usual form of intercity transport for most Russians. The stations have a reputation for being unsafe but paradoxically the threat of terrorism has improved things: security gates, policing and surveillance deter the casual thugs and villains. Guard your valuables and yourself as you would in any big city.

All long-distance trains are operated by Russian Railways and its subsidiaries, except for a few international trains with other operators. Tickets can be bought at stations or online . For domestic trains, you can show the ticket officer your online boarding pass; however, international trains require a printed ticket. There are usually ticket counters with English-speaking personnel - they may be marked as such, or the clerk may direct you to another counter if they can't cope with your English. See Russia#By train 2 for more details on travelling in Russia by train.

From Europe [ edit ]

All trains from Europe halted since 2020

Train stations in Moscow [ edit ]

Moscow has 10 train stations, 9 of which are near metro stations close to the center of Moscow. Be sure to note the station from which your train is departing, which will be indicated on the ticket, or online . Three stations ( Leningradsky , Yaroslavsky , and Kazansky ) are on one huge square, informally known as the "Three Stations' Square". A running joke among Moscow taxi drivers since the Soviet times is to be able to pick up a fare from one of them to the other, taking the unwary tourist on an elaborate ride in circles. Be prepared for enormous queues trying to enter or exit the Metro at peak times, as people are getting off or on the commuter trains.

By car [ edit ]

Many entry points to Moscow over the Ring Road and into the city feature rotating roadblocks, where teams of traffic police may stop a vehicle, especially if it is not featuring Moscow plates. You may be stopped and questioned but you'll be allowed to proceed if you have all the proper documents.

Foreign cars, especially expensive cars, might attract unwelcome attention, and there is cumbersome paperwork involved to enter Russia by car.

By boat [ edit ]

There is no scheduled passenger service to Moscow by boat; however, cruise ships do provide service to the Northern River Terminal, on the Moscow Canal near the Khimki Reservoir. The pier is not convenient to the city and it can take over 2 hours to reach the city centre by car.

A system of navigable channels and locks connects the Moskva River with the Volga River, which is further connected to the Baltic Sea , White Sea, the Azov, the Black Sea, and the Caspian Sea. In the Soviet times this allowed the official propaganda to refer to Moscow as "a port on the five seas".

By bicycle [ edit ]

Moscow is the easternmost destination of the EuroVelo cycling routes . Eurovelo Route 2 , the Capitals Route, is a 5,500 km (3,400 mi) route starting in Galway , Ireland , passing through Dublin , London , Berlin , Warsaw and Minsk before terminating in Moscow.

By metro [ edit ]

The Metro is open from 05:30-01:00. Station entrances are closed at 01:00, and at this time the last trains depart from all of the termini stations. After 01:00, many locals will enter the train station using the exits, which are still open. Service on the ring line runs until 01:30, although entrances are closed at 01:00. The down escalators are also shut off at 01:00.

There is signage in the Metro stations in English and the Latin alphabet, but these signs are not everywhere. Each train carriage has a map in Latin script and there is one near the entrance to each station. Note the direction of the train before you alight. It is worth printing a map of the metro system in both Cyrillic and Latin letters to take with you.

All trains in the system have free WiFi onboard, but you will need to have a Russian phone number to get the authorization code to access the WiFi. Some of the older train cars are not climate controlled.

2 or 3 stations may be connected as transfer points but will each have a different name. There are 2 stations called Smolenskaya and 2 stations called Arbatskaya , but the station pairs are not connected to each other despite having the same name. Some of the stations are very deep underground, and transfer times between certain metro lines can take a lot of time. In the city centre, it can save time to go directly to the above-ground entrance of the line you want to take rather than to enter at a connecting station and transfer underground. On the escalators, stand on the right and walk on the left except for peak hours, when standing on the left side is also allowed.

Some of the train stations include beautiful architecture and it is worth taking a guided tour of the metro system. The most interesting stations in terms of decor are Komsomolskaya (ring line), Novoslobodskaya (ring line), Kievskaya (ring line), Kropotkinskaya (Line #1 - red), Kievskaya (Line #3 - dark blue), Arbatskaya (Line #3 - dark blue), Ploschad' Revolyutsii (Line #3 - dark blue), Mayakovskaya (Line #2 - dark green). Also look at the architecture of the ground entrance building of Arbatskaya (Line #4 - light blue) and Krasnye Vorota (Line #1 - red). History buffs may appreciate that Metro Line #1 (red) has the oldest stations, opened in 1935.

The Vorobyovy Gory Metro Station on Line #1 (red) is unique in that it is on a bridge crossing the Moscow River. This bridge also carries auto traffic road on another level. There is a beautiful view through the transparent sides of the station. A great observing point around Moscow is located nearby on Vorobyovy hills, next to the main building of Lomonosov Moscow State University.

There are a couple of unique trains operating through the system and you will be lucky if you get to ride them. Aquarelle (Watercolor) is a train that includes an art gallery. The train operates daily on Line #3 (dark blue). The Sokolniki Retro Train is a train modeled after the original 1930s trains and it occasionally is placed into service, usually around a major anniversary of the metro system.

The metro is relatively safe, although pickpockets are a problem, as they are in any environment where a lot of people are pressed together. Opportunistic petty crime, such as snatching someone's mobile phone and jumping out just as the doors are closing, is also commonplace. Take the usual precautions at night when gangs of inebriated teenagers may look for an excuse to beat someone up. There is no train guard or conductor, so the first car near the driver may be the safest. Every car is equipped with an intercom to the driver's cabin; they are beige boxes with a grill and a black button near doors, and mostly work, unless visibly vandalized.

By tram [ edit ]

There are several tram routes, although trams are not common in the city centre.

By monorail [ edit ]

Moscow Monorail is a 4.7 km (2.9 mi) monorail line with 6 stations. It is slower, less frequent, and has shorter operating hours when compared with the metro (every 30 min, 08:00-20:00). However, the view is picturesque. It is useful to get to the Ostankino Tower, or to get to the VDNKh exhibition centre from Metro Line #9 (silver). Interchanges between Moscow Metro and Monorail is free, no additional fee will be charged.

By hop-on-hop-off bus [ edit ]

The hop-on-hop-off bus is a convenient way for tourists to see the major sights quickly and efficiently. The buses feature English-speaking guides to answer any questions. A 1 day pass costs $24 for adults and $15 for children.

See [ edit ]

Do [ edit ].

Moscow has many attractions, but many of them are not friendly to a non-Russian-speaker. English-language newspapers like The Moscow Times , Element [dead link] , Moscow News and others can help to navigate towards English-language friendly attractions and services.

Circuses [ edit ]

Theatres [ edit ].

• Bolshoi Theatre , one of the oldest and best known ballet and opera companies in the world.

Learn [ edit ]

Moscow remains the educational center of Russia and the former USSR. There are 222 institutes of higher education, including 60 state universities & 90 colleges. Some of these offer a wide-spectrum of programs, but most are centered around a specific field. This is a hold-over from the days of the USSR, when Sovietwide there were only a handful of wide-spectrum "universities" and a large number of narrow-specialization "institutes" (mostly in Moscow & St.Petersburg). Moscow offers some of the best business/management, science, & arts schools in the world. Moscow is also a popular destination for foreign students to learn Russian.

Work [ edit ]

You will need a work visa which is not an easy process. The visa needs to be arranged well in advance of traveling. It is possible to work in Moscow, you just need to find a good company to support you. The main obstacle for many foreigners will be a mandatory Russian language exam required to obtain a work permit.

Shopping malls [ edit ]

Large shopping malls are common near metro stations.

Tipping [ edit ]

For information on tipping in restaurants, see Russia#Eat .

Ethnic food [ edit ]

Authentic ethnic food from countries of the nearby Caucasus ( Azerbaijan , Georgia , Armenia ) is common in Moscow. Japanese food, including sushi, rolls, tempura, and steakhouses are very popular in Moscow. Other Asian cuisines including Vietnamese, Thai, and Chinese are becoming increasingly more common.

Budget [ edit ]

Street food [ edit ].

Free-standing kiosks serving sausages, meat pies, or kebobs are plentiful, although the origins of the meat served is questionable and the food has been known to occasionally make people sick.

Muscovites are also fond of their ice cream, consumed in any weather, even in the dead of winter, cheap and usually of superior quality; kiosks can be found all over the center and near all Metro stations.

Foodcourts 2.0 [ edit ]

This term is used in articles by local food critics: since 2016, several special food courts were opened with independent and small food chains, for those people who get bored of McDonald's-like food. They offer a wider choice of cuisines.

Clubs [ edit ]

Nightlife in Moscow is bustling, intense and exciting. It starts quite late; it's common for the headliners to start at 02:00-02:00. Most noticeable are areas near Solyanka street and Krasniy Oktyabr' place. At summer time a lot of clubs opening open-air terraces called "verandas". Most of clubs in Moscow are very picky of who they let in, so make sure you have a positive attitude and dress up if you are going to a fancy club.

Gazgolder [dead link] (not far from Kremlin) is among the best.

Cafes [ edit ]

Moscow has several café chains with great coffee including Coffeemania and Coffee Bean [dead link] . Moscow also has a good selection of tea saloons. High-quality infusion teas such as Newby, are widely available in cafes, both in packets and loose.

Asking to add boiling water to the tea you ordered earlier is a practice that some cafes don't welcome, but normally it's acceptable.

Sleep [ edit ]

Stay safe [ edit ].

Moscow enjoys a relatively low crime rate.

Drunk people are the most likely sources of problems. In the past years, lots of policemen were corrupt, and it was best to avoid them. Nowadays Moscow has a Tourist Police force, whose officers are able to speak foreign languages and help tourists. Police officers are equipped with body-cameras.

It is preferable to avoid some parts of the outer districts of Moscow, especially in the south. Some of those areas are notorious for gopniks (drunkards notorious for muggings and starting fights with strangers, and will do so seemingly unprovoked), who normally hang out in sparse residential areas and in industrial zones. The same problems can be witnessed in the surrounding regions and in other Russian cities as well.

While traveling in Moscow, as in the rest of Russia, you should always have your passport with you. If you look non-white, your papers may get checked more often than otherwise. The police may demand to see your papers to check if you have been registered within 7 business days of your arrival into Moscow. Always remember that if you stay in a hotel then you are automatically registered and will be handed a confirmation paper at a time of check-in, so don't worry in this case. The police are usually looking for migrants from Central Asia and unless you fit this profile, you are unlikely to be questioned.

Women should take caution walking alone late at night since they may receive unwanted attention from drunk men. Women should also stay clear of large companies of men in front of bars, restaurants, etc. It is best to walk with a friend if possible.

Streets can become very slippery in winter. Wear shoes or, even better, boots with decent grip to prevent twisted ankles. Ice patches can be hard to spot. A waterproof raincoat is also sensible.

Traffic is poorly handled, and vehicle accident rates are very high.

If you need help with translation, ask students or pupils: younger people are more likely to be able to help you than the older generations.

Connect [ edit ]

For information on using telephones and buying SIM cards in Russia, see Russia#Connect .

Mobile Internet is quite affordable in Russia, but you have to buy Russian SIM-card first.

Wireless Internet [ edit ]

Moscow Metro has Wi-Fi in all trains. It is ad-supported.

Mosgortrans has Wi-Fi spots on every bus, trolleybus and tram. Also sometimes you can find Wi-Fi spot on a public transport stop.

Beeline Wi-Fi [dead link] operates the largest network of both paid and free Wi-Fi access points. If there is a charge, you can pay online via credit card.

There is a large network of free Wi-Fi hotspots in the city centre; check your device in the middle of a busy area and you may find one.

Many cafes and restaurants offer Wi-Fi - ask for password. Most bookstores offer free Wi-Fi, including "Dom Knigi" on New Arbat Street or "Respublika" bookstore on Tverskaya near Mayakovskaya Metro Station.

Some establishments that offer free Wi-Fi may require you to verify an authorization code sent to a Russian phone number before gaining access, but for the most part, foreign numbers also work as of 2016.

Cope [ edit ]

Embassies [ edit ].

Moscow is one of the global diplomatic capitals, competing with Berlin , Brussels , Beijing , Paris , London , Tokyo and Washington D.C. . Most of the world's countries have their embassies in the city.

Navigation menu