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Come explore the beautiful and historic Applegate Valley with us!

The Applegate Valley is the oldest and most undiscovered wine region in Oregon. Completely relax and enjoy your wine-tasting vibe without having to drive. With over 120 wineries producing premium varietal wines, the region is certain to become your favorite wine-tasting destination.

Our specialty at Applegate Vines is designing your perfect wine tour experience. In addition to visiting tasting rooms, we'll introduce you to the best shops, historic sites, natural wonders, and dining spots in the Applegate Valley. To ensure your best tour, we won't limit your options in scheduling, pick up locations, or itineraries. Most importantly, we'll remain flexible throughout your trip to best meet your mood.  We'll chauffeur you anywhere in the Ashland, Jacksonville & Applegate Valley. 

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We're looking forward to seeing you again in the spring. Bookings start May 1 for the 2024 season.

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Cost-effective for smaller groups - you may be joined in the van by other small groups  (Minimum 2 guests per tour)

Tasting at three wineries (Fees included)

Bottled water and snacks

Music options and knowledgeable tour guides with historic narrative

Food may be available at wineries (not included, but encouraged)

Approx. 4 hours

$149/person

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Exclusive experience for 2 or more guests

Tastings at four wineries (included)  or tour c an include alternate destinations and/or activities as determined by you.

Bottled water and crackers

Knowledgeable tour guide with historic narrative

5 hour duration included; additional hours $50/person

We also accept Venmo.

 $199/person

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WINERIES ​ | For Open tours, we'll select three wineries f rom Ashland, Applegate, Jacksonville, or the Rouge Valley. Private tours may request specific wineries.

SUGGESTED SIDE ACTIVITIES | We suggest making it a day to remember by adding one or more activities to your tour: Harry & David Factory Store , shopping, McKee Covered Bridge, other historical sites, Applegate Lake , natural sites, picnicking or dining at one of the wineries, downtown Jacksonville , or any other destination you like! 

PICK UP | We can pick you up at just about any time and location in the area - Ashland, Medford, Jacksonville, and anywhere in-between. Please indicate your pick-up time and location preference upon booking your tour.

TOUR DATES | We're currently booking tours for the season starting May 1, 2024.

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UnCorked is a Self-Guided Barrel Tour featuring Rosella’s Vineyard & Winery, as well as 17 other fabulous winery’s along the Applegate Valley Wine Trail . Tickets available at the Applegate Valley Wine Trail website . Once you have your ticket, simply start at any participating winery and navigate to the others along the trail. Each winery will offer an appetizer and a wine for tasting. This is a great opportunity to get together with friends, stock up on your favorite wines, or purchase a great gift for someone you know.

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APPLEGATE VALLEY WINE TRAIL WINERIES MAP

Fifty mere miles long, the Applegate Valley heads north from the California border, following the meandering and crystal clear Applegate River. Forested hillsides surround a valley that is fertile and temperate, hosting numerous fields of fragrant lavender, meticulous small family farms growing organic produce, and roaming herds of grass-fed cattle. Within this dynamic terrain is a special 275,000 acre wine appellation known as the Applegate Valley AVA.

Contained within the Rogue Valley AVA, which itself is part of the larger Southern Oregon AVA, the Applegate Valley AVA is represented by the Applegate Valley Vintner’s Association, a group of 19 unique wineries producing a diverse array of wines: high quality and hand-crafted wines that have made this one of the most interesting wine regions in the west.

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May 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Come celebrate growing season with a self-guided tour of the Applegate Valley Wine Country. Spring is the perfect time to visit our 17 tasting rooms. The winegrapes have been picked, pressed, and barreled, and the winemakers have time to chat.

Pick your starting location, and let yourself be lured from one winery to the next. Each will offer an appetizer and wine for tasting. You’ll even get to meet some of the latest releases! Uncorked is a great opportunity to stock up on wine for upcoming holiday gifts, or parties.

Tickets are $59 each and include a commemorative Wine Trail wine glass.

Bonus: Designated drivers don’t need to purchase a ticket and may sample the food. The event will conclude at 4pm, however many tasting rooms will remain open until 5pm.

Please Note  – In an effort to conserve natural resources no tickets are mailed. You have your purchase confirmation as a receipt. Simply arrive at the location you’ve chosen, your name will be on a list to check in and start your tour. For those who have groups who want to start at the same location, please purchase your tickets early and make sure everyone chooses the same start location. Locations fill up so that’s the best assurance of everyone getting your first choice start location.

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Best Wineries in the Applegate Valley

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You can find award-winning wines at every turn in Southern Oregon. We’ve already listed some of the best places to find them in the Rogue Valley , but what about our neighbors to the west in the Applegate Valley?

As a designated American Viticultural Area (AVA), the Applegate Valley also has some amazing vineyards and wineries — and they’re all just a short drive from our home base here in Jacksonville ! We’ll give you some of our best recommendations in this post. 

Where Is Applegate Valley?

The Applegate Valley is located within the Applegate River Valley in Southern Oregon. The gorgeous Applegate River, which stretches about 50 miles long, starts around the northern California border and extends up to a point just south of Grants Pass. The Applegate Valley is just west of Medford and Jacksonville. 

The Applegate River gives the Applegate Valley its fertile, temperate climate. These are the perfect conditions for raising grass-fed cattle and growing various types of organic produce, including grapes for wine! With such perfect conditions, it wasn’t long before the Applegate Valley became a sub-appellation of the Rogue Valley AVA, which itself is a part of the larger Southern Oregon AVA. 

5 Best Wineries in Applegate Valley

The Applegate Valley AVA is held by the Applegate Valley Vintners’ Association, which consists of about 18 different wineries in the area. Each of these wineries brings its own unique flavors and specialties to the table. While we believe that you truly can’t go wrong finding a great vineyard or winery in the Applegate Valley, we’ve created a list of five of our most favorite below. 

1. Cowhorn Vineyard & Garden

Cowhorn Vineyard & Garden is a certified Biodynamic vineyard and winery. This means that they grow grapes with farming methods that create healthy soil. This is done with a sustainable, holistic approach that improves ecological harmony and eliminates the use of chemical fertilizers. Not only is Cowhorn the only certified Biodynamic vineyard and winery in the Applegate Valley, but also one of the only certified Biodynamic vineyards and wineries in the United States. 

Cowhorn’s specialties include Rhône-style wines like Syrah, Grenache, Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne. These wines are produced with 100% estate-grown fruit and have received many accolades over the years, including impressive reviews from:

• Antonio Galloni’s Vinous 
• Wine Enthusiast
• Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
• Wine & Spirits Year’s Best List
• Six Nations Wine Challenge

Address: 1665 Eastside Rd, Jacksonville, OR 97530

2. Schmidt Family Vineyards

Schmidt Family Vineyards is a family-owned and -operated winery with roots in the Applegate Valley since 2000. They are best known for their Merlot, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. However, they also produce some lesser-known varietals — like Albarino, Tempranillo, Barbera, and Malbec — all with ties to different countries around the world. 

Schmidt Family Vineyards’ wines have received many awards in well-known wine competitions, including (but not limited to): 

• San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
• Denver International Wine Competition
• International Women’s Wine Competition
• Savor Northwest Wine Competition

The wine is top-notch at Schmidt Family Vineyards, and so are the food and entertainment! Pair your wine with a delicious wood-fired pizza and enjoy live music every Friday night. 

Address: 330 Kubli Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527

3. Dwell Wines

Dwell Wines was founded just a couple of years ago in 2019. Since then, they’ve produced some of the best Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris in the Applegate Valley and beyond. In fact, their Pinot Gris won the Oregon Wine Competition in 2021. Dwell’s mission is to “create moments of togetherness over good wine.” 

Dwell grows their prized grape varietals in Kenyon Vineyard, a gorgeous area of land surrounded by the Siskiyou Mountains and calm waters of the Applegate River. The vineyard is able to be reserved for weddings and special events throughout the year. 

Address: 7281 Williams Hwy, Grants Pass, OR 97527

4. Red Lily Vineyards

Red Lily Vineyards has been a family-owned and -operated winery in the Applegate Valley for over 20 years. Their winemaking philosophy is to “create wines that have a sense of place” by producing the highest quality wines possible that reflect the soil rich lands upon which their vines are planted. They stand by their sustainable practices, hand labor, and minimalist approach to fermentation and aging. 

Red Lily Vineyards specializes in growing grape varietals historically associated with various regions in Spain. Their Tempranillo is their tried-and-true, but they’ve also planted several acres of Verdejo, Grenache, and Graciano. 

Their winery also features a fantastic kitchen serving Spanish-style favorites like tapas and bruschetta. But you’re more than welcome to bring your own food as well!

Address: 11777 Highway 238, Jacksonville, OR

5. Wooldridge Creek Winery

Wooldridge Creek Winery has been growing grape vines and producing amazing wines since the 1970s. Over the years, they’ve expanded their vineyards to include twelve varieties. They operate under sustainable practices and a commitment to preserving and protecting the soil, forest, and watershed. In fact, they’ve maintained certifications from various environmental programs for over a decade, including: 

• Salmon Safe
• Low-Input Viticulture and Enology (LIVE)
• Pacific Power’s Blue Sky Renewable Energy Program
• Local watershed protection associations

The best part? Wooldridge Creek Winery isn’t just a winery. In 2015, it also became a creamery, offering organic, locally sourced cheeses and charcuterie items! This made it the first joint winery-creamery in Oregon. Since then, they’ve been named one of the Most Unique Wine Experiences in Southern Oregon by USA Today’s 10Best.  

Address: 818 Slagle Creek Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527

Special Wine Events in the Applegate Valley

Not only are there great wineries in the Applegate Valley, but also great wine events ! Check out one (or both!) of the special wine events listed below to enjoy a great wine-tasting experience.

Applegate Wine Trail

The Applegate Wine Trail offers the opportunity to visit all of the wineries listed above, plus a few more! Following the 50-mile stretch of the Applegate River, the wine trail features around 18 wineries. Take the trail at your own pace, and discover the unique varieties and flavors at each one. 

Travel Medford provides a great map of all the vineyards and wineries along the trail. Find it here . 

Uncorked Barrel Tour

For one Saturday during the year, the Uncorked Barrel Tour allows you to take a self-guided winery tour across the Applegate Valley. For the ~$60 entry fee, you can visit each winery to enjoy a complimentary appetizer, wine tasting, and educational opportunity. You also receive a commemorative Wine Trail wine glass. 

This year’s Barrel Tour was in May, so you’ve already missed it — but come back and enjoy the event next year! It’s a great experience tasting some of the best wines in the region and learning more about the area. 

Discover the Magic of Southern Oregon Wines at Stage Pass

Ready to sip some fantastic wines? Southern Oregon offers endless choices. With a rich wine history , the region is home to hundreds of vineyards and wineries — and by building a custom home at Stage Pass, you’d be settling down just miles away from all of them. Contact our team for a tour of our lots, and be on your way to discovering the magic of life among the vines. 

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Allow us to showcase the oldest wine producing region in all of Oregon. Our tour guides are all professional stewards of the industry, and cherish the opportunity to deliver the best of what our region has to offer. Heart-warming tours of Oregons’ most  beautiful, unique and fastest growing viticultural region.

Our tours include foodpairings! We believe wine has to be enjoyed with food, and food with wine, therefore all of our tours include food- either appetizers or a meal- specially prepared to pair with your wines. Our tours have a conversational aire; we’ll determine what kind wines/places/atmospheres you like best, and use our excellent knowledge of the region to guide you to the absolute right fit.

Southern Oregon’s latitude and prevailing oceanic winds create a 7 month Rhone-like growing season that distinguishes it from all other west coast (and American) growing regions. We often have hot dry days and cool nights with a wide range of thirty degrees in temperatures. This defines our diversity and provides us with award-wining quality wines!   

Just relax and let us do the driving! Our tours are typically 5 hrs long and are timed to get you back in time for your dinner or theater plans!    

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♦Upgrade to the E xclusive Package ♦  and have a multi-course meal at a winery renown for its culinary selections! This package includes:

• T asting flights to represent each winery’s latest releases. 
• A fun and educational barrel room tour in a wine making facility(please request for availability).
• A sumptuous four course lunch or dinner specially curated to pair with your wines.
• A brief historical tour of Jacksonville, ground zero for the Oregon Gold Rush and also Oregons Wine Industry!
• And of course, pickup and drop-off  from your lodgings/residence.
• All this for just an additional $30/guest !

Some of our most popular destinations:

• Let’s go to Central Point’s Artisan Corridor – really 4 stops in one! Picture the worlds most amazing grilled cheese sandwich from Rogue Creamery paired with one-of-a-kind artisan chocolates from Lillie Belle Farms and something sweet and savory fresh from the oven at Croquette Bakery. Then, bring all your goodies to The Rogue Grape where you can sample wines spanning the Rogue Valley to find the perfect pairings – all in one place. 
• Dancin Vineyards. A cozy atmosphere with spectacular views. Dan and Cindy(Dan+Cin) maintain their 100% burgundy clones with the utmost care to produce absolutely top notch fruit and superb wines. All of their wines are fermented spontaneously using yeast cultures native to the vineyard. Dan believes that ‘Great wine starts in the vineyard’. The food here is also phenomenal, prepared in a state of the art facility featuring Dan’s real wood fired pizza oven.  * On Sundays, Dan invites guests on a personalized tour of his vineyard and wine making facility, a real insider treat! This is a unique opportunity to see how it all happens- fun and educational! **If you are interested in taking this tour, let us know in advance so we can be sure to save you a spot. 
• Woolridge Creek Winery . Sip and dine luxuriously among the barrels in part of the actual production facility of the winey, you get to be close to the action! And with 80+ year old goblet trained cab vines close at hand you’ll know that you are tasting deep into history. With their on-site creamery and charcuterie, this is also an excellent spot to dine. You’re sure to find a pairing made in heaven!
• Quadi North. Second gen winemaker of Napa extraction, Herve Quadi, manages his vineyard sites to expose their specific terroirs- Syrah, Cabernet Franc, GSM, Marsanne/Roussanne are in the top tier in the valley in a winemaking venue attached to the production area – there’s always some action going on! Their friendly staff leaves no leaf unturned when showcasing their product – sure to supply ample satisfaction!
• Weisinger Family Winery . Ashland’s boutique winery and custom crush facility. Home to perhaps some of the oldest vines in the Bear Creek valley with their Riesling planted in the mid ‘70s. Steeped in a family winemaking tradition, second generation winemaker Eric Weisinger is the region’s foremost vigneron. Eric studied winemaking in New Zealand, and has the unique ability to create wines the represent the incredible bio-diversity of the Bear Creek region- From Riesling’s and Gewürtstraminer’s bright, lean notes, reminiscent of Alsatian style wines, to the high-heat Spanish, Bordeaux and Rhone style wines that well represent their terroirs. Since he does not distribute his wines much farther than his own zip code, this is an especial treat for anyone visiting from out of town.
• Paschal Vineyard and Winery. Nestled in the pear orchards is a winery which surpasses all the rest in terms of the depth and richness of their wines. Rene the German wine-maker, is fastidious and attentive. He often joins guests in the tasting room to regale them with the story of his wines. Roy Paschal, the founder of the winery can be seen out in the vineyard on any given day, driving the tractor, pruning, quality testing, even harvesting. The owners involvement in the process from the ground up lends itself to the quality of the wines and the experience.
• Irvine and Roberts Vineyard. Did somebody say pinot noir? The altitude and the cool evening winds at the head of the valley make for hardy vines and exceptional fruit. Would class wines and hospitality, coupled with their culinary pairings and the view from their tasting room veranda is unmatched.
• Red Lily vineyard.  Talk about atmosphere. This place has it all! A sumptuous, vaulted tasting room, opening up to an expansive lawn that leads right down to the Applegate River. You can literally soak your feet while you sip! Tempranillo is the name of the game here, with lots of variations and styles arrayed in a single flight.
• Belle Fiore Winery. Here wine and architecture are one and the same. Built in the classical Italian style with its vaulted ceilings and garnish veranda, Belle Fiore boasts one of the regions most palatial tasting rooms. This enhances rather than distracts from their great wines. Winemaker Rob Folin is among the best in his ability to showcase the site’s terroir in every glass!

These are just a few to chose from among a huge selection of wineries within the Rogue Valley AVA. These can range from the rustic, ‘down on the farm’ Devitt Winery , specializing in long barrel aging, to Valley View , named after Oregons oldest winery(with the ambiance to match!), to the fabulous and ever popular Troon Vineyard Oregon’s only Demeter Biodynamic® Regenerative Organic Gold Certified® farm and a Wine Enthusiast nominee for American Winery of the Year 2022. Or even the appointment-only Cowhorn , the region’s first Biodynamic vineyard project. 

With over 90 wineries to choose from we will be sure to find the right place for you.  It’s your day, we just want to make sure you come away with an enriching experience you’ll never forget.  Our tours have a conversational aire, so no itinerary is set in stone. Just let us know how we can best serve your individual needs. The main thing for us is to deliver a great tour that far exceeds your expectations!

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Vineyard Stays in Southern Oregon Wine Country

Planning an escape to Southern Oregon Wine Country? After an afternoon of wine tasting, kick back at one of the several vineyard accommodations throughout the Applegate and Illinois Valleys. From plush vineyard houses and rustic cabins to Harvest Host campsites, cozy up next to the fire with a bottle of Oregon wine and breathtaking mountain views .

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Troon Vineyard

  Troon Vineyard , located in the heart of Applegate Valley is known for their innovative wine making, sustainable practices, and being one of only two wineries in the world to earn a Regenerative Organic Certified Label. The winery, which has received international praise over the past decade, was nominated for best American Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine and recently featured in the New York Times. Known for the Rhone varietals, most of their wine is influenced by Southern France. While visiting the 100-acre vineyard, walk around the grounds where you’ll see native landscaping, beehives, and sheep—-all part of their biodynamic farming techniques.  

Plan a stay at Troon’s Vineyard House, a recently remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home with stunning vineyard and mountain views. During your getaway, explore neighboring wineries at Schmidt Family Vineyards and Rosella’s, hike along the East Applegate Ridge Trail, visit Pennington Farms , and enjoy dinner and drinks at the Lindsay Lodge.

Wooldridge Creek Winery

Located just down the road from Troon, Wooldridge Creek is Oregon’s first dual winery and creamery.   For over 40 years, the artisanal cheese and estate wine maker has been recognized for their 12 varietals, including zinfandel, viognier, and syrah. Last year, Wooldridge Creek was named one-of-10 most unique wine experiences in Southern Oregon by USA Today. As part of their efforts of being stewards of the land, Wooldridge Creek Winery is certified salmon safe and LIVE certified (Low Input Viticulture and Enology) and recently became a USDA organic farm.  

Wooldridge Creek offers overnight accommodations in their “Little House”, a 2 bedroom cabin oozing Oregon’s rustic charm. Sit out on their patio with their wine and cheese and take in the views of the valley. Throughout the home, enjoy locally-made art that adorns the cabin. During your stay, take a hike along the Enchanted Forest Trail just down the road from the winery, drop by neighboring wineries at Schultz Wine and Walport Family Cellars, and visit Supernatural Chocolate Company’s Tasting Room on Williams Highway.

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Augustino Estate and Vineyard

Situated in the Illinois Valley and half way between the coast and Grants Pass, Augustino Estate is unlike any other tasting room in Southern Oregon. Their 1500sf Treehouse tasting room offers guests a magical location to sip wine while enjoying the views of the surrounding Klamath Siskiyou Mountains and the rushing West Fork of the Illinois River below. Some of their signature wines include syrah, tempranillo, pinot noir, and their effervescent Celebration wine.

There’s plenty to see and do beyond the tasting room on the 400-acre ranch. For those wanting to stay the night, accommodations include the Cowboy cabin, Winery cabin, and the Farmhouse Cottage. If you plan to stay in your RV, they offer four full hook-up sites as well as four dry-camping Harvest Host sites. Take a stroll along their creekside trail and take a dip in one of the swimming holes. While there, explore Illinois Valley treasures like Oregon Caves National Monument , visit the Smoke Jumper Base Museum, and take a wildflower hike along the Rough and Ready Botanical Trail. Being halfway between Grants Pass and the coast, follow Redwood Highway 40 miles to Jedediah Redwoods or visit their new Brookings tasting room slated to open this May.

Bridgeview Vineyards

If you love art and natural beauty, make sure to visit Bridgeview Vineyards and Winery , nestled in the heart of the Illinois Valley. For 40 years, this estate winery near Cave Junction has been producing cooler climate varietals like Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Pinot, and Chardonnay. They recently reopened their newly renovated tasting room and art gallery which features Guild Member Artists. Additionally, the winery in conjunction with the Southern Oregon Guild holds regular painting classes alongside their gardens and ponds.  

For those interested in staying the night, they offer a winery suite above the tasting room that overlooks the vineyard and ponds. The 2 bedroom loft includes a full kitchen and a beautiful deck that overlooks the vineyard, complete with a hot tub. While staying at Bridgeview, plan a hike along the Illinois River’s Little Falls Loop Trail and see the Darlingtoinia fens at Eight Dollar Mountain Botanical Wayside. Find unique art at It’s a Burl Gallery and Studio and learn about the area’s rich history at the Kerbyville Museum. For weekend stays, plan to attend the Cave Junction Farmers Market that features live music, fresh produce, and locally-made crafts and goods.

Celebrate Oregon Wine Month

Spring Uncorked Barrel Tour

May is the perfect time to experience Southern Oregon’s wine country, as local vineyards and tasting rooms hold special events for Oregon Wine Month and Mothers Day. In the Applegate Valley, plan a day of wine tasting during the Spring Uncorked Barrel Tour happening Saturday May 18th from 11am-4pm. Throughout the event, take a self-guided tour to 17 different wineries along the Applegate Valley Wine Trail where they’ll be pairing wines with appetizers and offering educational opportunities about the craft of winemaking. For those wanting to take home a case or a bottle, Uncorked guests will also enjoy being Wine Club members for a day with 15% OFF all Applegate Wine Trail wines.

Grants Pass Downtown Wine Stroll

Hosted by the Chamber of Commerce, this premiere wine event takes guests through the Historic District as participants sample amazing wine and food at numerous downtown boutiques and businesses. The Mothers Day Weekend wine stroll is the perfect opportunity to score Mom a gift and enjoy drinks, food, and shopping with friends. Check-in is at Elegance Boutique, 311 SE 6th Street and includes a free shuttle service along the stroll route.  

Wine Down with Brightside Band at Plaisance Ranch

Enjoy an evening of farm-to-table food with Plaisance Ranch beef, a musical performance by the Brightside Band feat Clayton Joseph Scott & half of the Brother’s Reed, and delicious wine.

Mothers Day Kite Festival at Longsword Vineyard

Head to the 8th annual Mothers Day Weekend Kite Festival taking place may 11th and 12th from 12-5pm. The free event is open to all ages, Peruvian Point and Sultan’s Delight will be dishing out food, and Long Swords will have their wine, local beer, and n/a drink options for sale. Bring your own kite or purchase one from the winery and enjoy an afternoon flying kites.

Find more wine-focused events, including live music and winemakers dinners on our weekly entertainment flyer. While downtown, celebrate wine month by wining and dining at Partake and the Twisted Cork . Spend time perusing locally-owned shops and public art throughout the Historic District.

Moscow City Tour

September 9, 2019 Our tour is underway now, and we begin with a Moscow city tour that focuses on the Kremlin. The Treasury and most of the churches we entered today would not allow photos inside, but the exterior shots are beautiful. Here are the day’s highlights.

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Most Beautiful Metro Stations in Moscow

Visiting Moscow? Get yourself a metro card and explore Moscow’s beautiful metro stations. Moscow’s world-famous metro system is efficient and a great way to get from A to B. But there is more to it; Soviet mosaic decorations, exuberant halls with chandeliers, colourful paintings and immense statues. Moscow’s metro is an attraction itself, so take half a day and dive into Moscow’s underground!

The best thing to do is to get on the brown circle (number 5) line since the most beautiful metro stations are situated on this line. The only exception is the metro stop Mayakovskaya one the green line (number 2). My suggestion is to get a map, mark these metro stops on there and hop on the metro. It helps to get an English > Russian map to better understand the names of the stops. At some of the metro stops, the microphone voice speaks Russian and English so it’s not difficult at all.

Another thing we found out, is that it’s worth taking the escalator and explore the other corridors to discover how beautiful the full station is.

Quick hotel suggestion for Moscow is the amazing Brick Design Hotel .

These are my favourite metro stations in Moscow, in order of my personal preference:

1. Mayakovskaya Station

The metro station of Mayakovskaya looks like a ballroom! Wide arches, huge domes with lamps and mosaic works make your exit of the metro overwhelming. Look up and you will see the many colourful mosaics with typical Soviet pictures. Mayakovskaya is my personal favourite and is the only stop not on the brown line but on the green line.

2. Komsomolskaya Station

Komsomolskaya metro station is famous for its yellow ceiling. An average museum is nothing compared to this stop. Splendour all over the place, black and gold, mosaic – again – and enormous chandeliers that made my lamp at home look like a toy.

3. Novoslobodskaya Station

The pillars in the main hall of Novoslobodskaya metro station have the most colourful stained glass decorations. The golden arches and the golden mosaic with a naked lady holding a baby in front of the Soviet hammer and sickle, make the drama complete.

4. Prospect Mira Station

The beautiful chandeliers and the lines in the ceiling, make Prospekt Mira an architectural masterpiece.

5. Belorusskaya Station

Prestigious arches, octagonal shapes of Socialistic Soviet Republic mosaics. The eyecatcher of Belorusskaya metro station, however, is the enormous statue of three men with long coats, holding guns and a flag.

6. Kiyevskaya Station

The metro station of Kiyevskaya is a bit more romantic than Belorusskaya and Prospect Mira. Beautiful paintings with classical decorations.

7. Taganskaya Station

At the main hall Taganskaya metro station you will find triangle light blue and white decorations that are an ode to various Russians that – I assume – are important for Russian history and victory. There is no need to explore others halls of Taganskaya, this is it.

8. Paveletskaya Station

Another and most definitely the less beautiful outrageous huge golden mosaic covers one of the walls of Paveletskaya. I would recommend taking the escalator to the exit upstairs to admire the turquoise dome and a painting of the St Basil’s Cathedral in a wooden frame.

Travelling with Moscow’s metro is inexpensive. You can have a lot of joy for just a few Rubbles.

• 1 single journey: RMB 50 – € 0,70
• 1 day ticket: RMB 210 – € 2,95

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Wow! It is beautiful. I am still dreaming of Moscow one day.

It’s absolutely beautiful! Moscow is a great city trip destination and really surprised me in many ways.

My partner and I did a self guided Moscow Metro tour when we were there 2 years ago. So many breathtaking platforms…I highly recommend it! Most of my favorites were along the Brown 5 line, as well. I also loved Mayakovskaya, Arbatskaya, Aleksandrovski Sad and Ploshchad Revolyutsii. We’re heading back in a few weeks and plan to do Metro Tour-Part 2. We hope to see the #5 stations we missed before, as well as explore some of the Dark Blue #3 (Park Pobedy and Slavyansky Bul’var, for sure), Yellow #8 and Olive #10 platforms.

That’s exciting Julia! Curious to see your Metro Tour-Part 2 experience and the stations you discovered.

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