Russia Travel Guide

Information from St Petersburg's Hermitage to Vladivostok's Submarin

© Amanda Kendle

Aug 17, 2006

St Basil's Cathedral, Moscow, Amanda Kendle

Russia's offerings are vast, complex and varied. Whether you're interested in a historical tour of her imperial past or something more modern or even kitchy, read on!

With the collapse of the Soviet Union, traveling through Russia is now easier than ever. From the imperial majesty of St. Petersberg to the haunting simplicity of Siberia, Russia offers vast cultural diversity to all travelers: here are some of the highlights.

  • No Moscow visit is complete without seeing St. Basil's Cathedral near Red Square. This multicolored, architect-gone-mad church is something travelers to Russia can't miss.
  • Cruise between Moscow and St Petersburg if you've spent enough time on trains already.
  • Homestay in Russia if you want to really get to know the locals, and experience friendly Russian hospitality from St Petersburg to Vladivostok - no hotel can beat it!
  • Head underground in Moscow to experience the Art of Moscow's Metros.
  • Shopping for Russian Souvenirs will have you finding ecclectic items ranging from traditional matrioshka dolls to kitschy Lenin watches. The shopping choices from Moscow to Vladivostok are fascinating.
  • The Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg is like a city in itself. With 1057 rooms to stroll through admiring art and architecture alike, it's a gallery of adventure.
  • And the next day, after finishing any good Dostoyevsky novel, check out the Dostoyevsky Memorial Museum in St Petersburg for a fascinating insight into nineteenth century life in Russia.
  • Spending time in the far eastern city of Vladivostok will help you find a more authentic Soviet experience, and understand Russia's maritime industry.
  • Nothing is more romantic than moving around Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railway, which itself gives so many travel possibilities - which direction, where to stop - no matter your decision, it's a memorable adventure.
  • Stop mid-way on the Trans-Siberian to visit Lake Baikal, the world's deepest lake.
  • Far west of Russia, visit the Kaliningrad Region to explore a different side of the country.
  • Get by when talking to Russians by checking our Survival Russian Language Skills guide.
  • Stay in Moscow’s New Ritz-Carlton Hotel or try Helen’s Homestay in Irkutsk

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