Russia Travel Guide

This nation of warriors is incredibly photogenic! Sharing my 7-day in-depth Russia itinerary - Red Square and the Winter Palace are must-sees! 🌟 Highlights: 1️⃣ Capture Moscow's Red Square at night, feel the warrior spirit 2️⃣ Watch a ballet performance in St. Petersburg, experience Russian elegance 3️⃣ Taste authentic borscht and caviar 🏰 [7-Day Itinerary] Day 1: Moscow City Walk 📍 Red Square: Best visited at dusk with beautiful lights 📍 St. Basil's Cathedral: Colorful onion domes perfect for photos 📍 Kremlin: Remember to book tickets in advance 📍 GUM Department Store: Century-old mall, must-try ice cream Day 2-3: Golden Ring Towns 📍 Sergiev Posad: Stunning Trinity Lavra Monastery 📍 Vladimir: Ancient city wall ruins 📍 Suzdal: Fairytale-like wooden town Day 4: Bullet Train to St. Petersburg 📍 Hermitage Museum: Allocate a full day for amazing collections 📍 Nevsky Prospect: Experience the "Venice of the North" Day 5: Catherine Palace 📍 Amber Room: One of the world's eight wonders 📍 Royal Garden: Perfect for summer picnics Day 6: Peterhof Palace 📍 Fountain Garden: More spectacular than Versailles 📍 Baltic Sea shore: Great photo spot Day 7: Return Visit local supermarkets for souvenirs 🍽️ Food Recommendations: ▫️ Cafe Pushkin (Moscow): Must-visit for literati ▫️ Terrassa (St. Petersburg): Neva River view restaurant ▫️ Stolovaya 57: Affordable Russian canteen 🚃 Transportation Tips: ▫️ Moscow Metro is art itself - buy multi-ride tickets ▫️ St. Petersburg attractions are walkable + convenient buses ▫️ Golden Ring towns: Recommend private car or day tours ❄️ Practical Advice: 1. Bring anti-slip shoes for winter visits 2. Women need headscarves for church visits 3. Book ballet tickets at least 1 month in advance