Moscow Driving Tour with Best Observation Decks

Sightseeing  :  Russian Federation  :  Moscow  :  Moscow  :  Private Sightseeing Tours

Travel in style exploring the city with your own private guide by car. Stay away from the bustle of the downtown and see the whole city from different observation decks, different perspectives and angles. This private driving tour is an ideal choice for those who want to see whole city in a short time and get the best views and panoramic vistas of Moscow.

Begin with a Gorky Park where the Soviet past and modern hipster trends unite to make it the hottest spot in the city. Then go to the Sparrow Hills to see all seven Stalin skyscrapers, famous Stalin sisters with a distinct architectural style and attitude which have become national landmarks. Learn about the history of Soviet past of Moscow and fun facts about Moscow State University, the #1 University in Russia.

Spend some time observing the city center and golden mile of Moscow at the top deck of Christ the Savior Cathedral or top deck of the Children's World Department Store.

Your friendly local guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and you will have a private car on the tour.
This tour shows you the best Moscow can offer with the route highlighting the historical attractions, scenic views and cultural experience.

Feel like a celebrity and go on top of the Ritz Carlton hotel, which is so popular among Hollywood stars coming to Moscow. Take epic shots of the Kremlin and grab some tea or coffee to savor the moment.

Learn about the WWII in Russia, called Great Patriotic War in Poklonnaya Hill in the Victory Park, one of the highest spots in the Russian capital first mentioned in 1360s.

Finish the tour at one of the fancy restaurants with panoramic views or return back to the hotel.

The tour can be modified based on your preferences. 

Itinerary:

10.00 am Hotel pick up.

10.15-10.30 Visit an observation deck at Gorky Park. Get the view to the most famous park of Moscow, enjoy the marvellous show of fountains synchronised with music.

10.30-10.50 Enjoy birds-eye view at the observation deck at Sparrow Hills. Enjoy the best views of the impressive building of Moscow State University, modern skyscrapers of Moscow City, Moskva River and huge Olympic Stadium.

10.50-11.30 Climb up an observation deck at the biggest Russian Orthodox Church – Christ the Savior Cathedral. See the old historical district, the most romantic places in Moscow, Patriarch Bridge and the famous Red October chocolate factory which has been transformed into a trendy art zone.

The observation deck at the Christ the Savior Cathedral has entrance fee per person and can be replaced instead with a free observation deck at Children's World Department Store.

11.30-12.10 Have a cup of delicious coffee at cosy O2Lounge rooftop bar, enjoying the iconic views of Manezh Square, the Kremlin, State Historical Museum and Tverskaya street, one of the oldest and most expensive streets in Russia.

12.10-12.50 Take in the city views from the Poklonnaya Hill at the legendary Victory Park. From the top of the hill you will learn some historical facts and stories about WWII in Russia and how much the victory cost Russia.

13.00 Drop off at the hotel or one of the rooftop restaurants for a great culinary and romantic experience. (Hotel Ukraina or Swissotel Krasnie Kholmy).

Of the eight restaurants of the Ukraina Hotel the best one is Buono Italian restaurant owned on the 29th and 30th floors. Huge windows, panoramic views and great vibe. You can see the White House, skyscrapers and grab a bite. Whereas City Space Bar on the 34th floor of Swissotel offers 360-degree panorama.