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Step 1
Pick the right day for your visit. Keep in mind that the Moscow Kremlin also houses the residence and offices of Russia's president, and affairs of state sometimes close parts of the Kremlin to tourists.
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Step 2
Decide what you want to see inside the Kremlin. There are cathedrals, museums and various exhibitions, so get a map at the kiosk in Alexander Garden before you purchase your tickets.
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Step 3
Buy tickets for everything you want to see at the kiosk outside. You may purchase tickets for some attractions inside, but tickets for the cathedrals can only be purchased outside.
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Step 4
Allot several hours for the museums. The Armory Palace is spectacular, housing a collection of Faberge eggs, wedding and military clothing, and royal coaches from Russia's many czars and czarinas.
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Step 5
Spend some time in the cathedrals. Marvel at the intricate details and copious amounts of gold used to create Russian religious icons and decorate these sacred spots.
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Step 6
Set aside an evening to visit the Kremlin and Red Square. The view of St. Basil's Cathedral and the ruby stars on the Kremlin towers is nothing short of amazing by night.
Comments
Anonymous said
on 3/19/2006 You are not allowed to wear "military coats" (i.e. greatcoats) inside the Kremlin. This may be to prevent you from being mistaken for one of the guards. They also overcharge you for coats of this type at the coat-check (it's 60 roubles, 3 times more than for other types of coat), not to mention that if you're wearing one, you'll be cold without it- so leave coats of this type in your hotel room when you go to the Kremlin.