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The fulfillment of daniels prophecy.

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Natural History Museum: Faith

A short tour examining evidence of Creation, not Evolution

This museum is in favour of the theory of Evolution, often featuring it on the explanation plaques. But is Evolution how we got here? Consider the evidence for yourself on this tour...

This tour has proved useful for all ages. However we have had particularly good feedback over the years from families with young ones in school.

We approach this topic from a scientific point of view, allowing the facts to help us decide what happened.

We look at what the theory of evolution is really teaching us, and we compare this with the objects on display. As we marvel at the amazing animals and natural cycles of the planet, it is hard not to believe a Creator was involved.

Scientists themseleves do not agree on all aspects of evolution, so we consider this and examine what the Bible says on the matter. The Bible is actually very accurate with the figuative days of creation and many other scientific points that are displayed in this Museum.

We hope this tour can build your faith in an intelligent, loving and kind Creator.

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Quickly and easily find a certified Bible guide who can give you and your group a biblical worldview tour of world-class natural history museums, zoological parks, aquariums, science and space centers, U.S. State and National Parks + Monuments, and art museums! This is a service of the IAC. Please note that while each tour guide service is independently owned and operated, all listed tour guides adhere to and uphold the highest community standards set out by the IAC. Please click the link below to reserve a certified Bible guide in your area today.

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Map Legend Hammer: Certified Bible Guide at Anthropology & Archaeology Museums Whale: Certified Bible Guide at Aquariums Painter’s Palette: Certified Bible Guide at Art Museums Flower: Certified Bible Guide at Botanical Gardens Dinosaur: Certified Bible Guide at Natural History Museums Telescope: Certified Bible Guide at Space & Science Centers Pine Tree: Certified Bible Guide at State, Provincial, & National Parks + Monuments Elephant: Certified Bible Guide at Zoological Parks Graduation Cap: International Training Centers

Please note that listings with an asterisk (*) indicate limited service available. Advanced scheduling requirements and restrictions may apply to limited-service reservations. If you do not find your local museum on the list below, please fill out a request form, and we will work with your group. For those who find their local museum on the list below, please fill out a request form, which will be forwarded to your local tour guide.

Alabama Gulf Shores, Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo*

Arizona Phoenix, Arizona Museum of Natural History* Phoenix, Phoenix Zoo* Tucson, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Tucson, Reid Park Zoo*

Arkansas Bentonville, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

California Los Angeles, La Brea Tar Pits & Museum Los Angeles, Los Angeles Zoo Los Angeles, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County San Diego, San Diego Natural History Museum San Diego, San Diego Zoo San Francisco, California Academy of Sciences San Francisco, San Francisco Zoo Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Natural History Museum Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara NHM Sea Center Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Zoo

Colorado Colorado Springs, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Denver, Denver Museum of Nature & Science Grand Junction, Dinosaur Journey Museum

Connecticut New Haven, Yale Peabody Museum*

District of Columbia Washington, Smithsonian Air & Space Museum Washington, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Washington, Smithsonian National Zoological Park

Florida Jacksonville, Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Melbourne, Brevard Zoo Merritt Island, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Miami, Frost Museum of Science* Miami, Zoo Miami* Orlando, Central Florida Zoo* Tampa, Florida Aquarium Tampa, ZooTampa at Lowry Park

Georgia Atlanta, Fernbank Museum* Atlanta, Georgia Aquarium* Savannah, UGA Marine Education Center & Aquarium

Illinois Chicago, Adler Planetarium Chicago, The Field Museum

Indiana Indianapolis, Indianapolis Zoo

Kansas Kansas City, Kansas University Natural History Museum at Dyche Hall

Kentucky Newport, Newport Aquarium*

Louisiana New Orleans, Audobon Zoo*

Massachusetts Boston, The Harvard Museum of Natural History* Springfield, Springfield Natural History Museum

Michigan Ann Arbor, University of Michigan Museum of Natural History Detroit, Belle Isle Aquarium Detroit, Belle Isle Zoo Detroit, Detroit Zoo Detroit, Wayne State University Natural History Museum Grand Rapids, John Ball Zoo

Minnesota Minneapolis, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory St. Cloud, Bell Museum

Mississippi Hattiesburg, Hattiesburg Zoo* Gulfport, Mississippi Aquarium Missouri Kansas City, Kansas City Zoo* St. Louis, St. Louis Aquarium* St. Louis, St. Louis Zoo

Nebraska Omaha, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium*

New Jersey Camden, Adventure Aquarium*

New Mexico Albuquerque, ABQ BioPark Aquarium Albuquerque, ABQ BioPark Zoo Albuquerque, New Mexico Museum of Natural History

New York New York, American Museum of Natural History New York, Bronx Zoo New York, Central Park Zoo

North Carolina Asheboro, North Carolina Zoo* Charlotte, Schiele Museum* Greensboro, Greensboro Science Center Raleigh, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

Ohio Cincinnati, Museum of Natural History & Science* Cincinnati, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens* Cleveland, Cleveland Metropark Zoo Cleveland, Cleveland Museum of Natural History Cleveland, Greater Cleveland Aquarium Columbus, Columbus Zoo & Aquarium*

Oklahoma Oklahoma City, Oklahoma City Zoo Oklahoma City, Sam Noble Museum Tulsa, Oklahoma Aquarium* Tulsa, Tulsa Zoo*

Oregon Portland, Oregon Zoo*

Pennsylvania Philadelphia, The Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University Philadelphia, The Penn Museum Philadelphia, Philadelphia Zoo* Pittsburgh, Carnegie Museum of Natural History* Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium*

South Carolina Charleston, South Carolina Aquarium* Columbia, Riverbanks Zoo*

Tennessee Chattanooga, Tennessee Aquarium* Knoxville, Zoo Knoxville Memphis, Memphis Zoo* Nashville, Nashville Zoo*

Texas Austin, Austin Aquarium Austin, Austin Zoo Austin, Texas Science and Natural History Museum Dallas, Perot Museum of Nature and Science* El Paso, El Paso Zoo Houston, Houston Museum of Natural Science* San Antonio, Bandera Natural History Museum San Antonio, San Antonio Zoo

Virginia Martinsville, Virginia Museum of Natural History*

Washington Seattle, Burke Museum of Natural History* Seattle, Seattle Aquarium* Seattle, Woodland Park Zoo*

Wisconsin Milwaukee, Milwaukee Public Museum

U.S. National Monuments Arizona, Sunset Crater Volcano* Arizona, Wupatki Native American Indian Ruins* Colorado, Colorado National Colorado, Dinosaur National* Oregon, John Day Fossil Beds* Utah, Grand Staircase-Escalante* Washington, Mount St. Helens Volcanic*

U.S. National Parks Arizona, Grand Canyon Florida, Everglades* Florida, Cape Canaveral* Indiana, Indiana Dunes* Missouri, Gateway Arch Utah, Arches* Utah, Bryce* Utah, Canyonlands* Utah, Zion* Wyoming, Yellowstone*

U.S. & State Recreation + Scenic Areas Colorado, Garden of the Gods* Oregon, Columbia River Gorge*

U.S. State Parks Florida, Blue Spring Utah, Kodachrome Basin*

International Edmonton (AB, CAN), Edmonton Valley Zoo Edmonton (AB, CAN), Royal Alberta Museum Edmonton (AB, CAN), Sea Life Caverns London (ENG, UK), The British Museum London (ENG, UK), London Museum of Natural History

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Q1: What does a tour consist of?  A1:  Our tours are presented by certified Bible guides from a biblical worldview, in that the Earth is about 6,000 years old and that God created all things in six solar days where the Flood during Noah’s day was global and catastrophic. Each of our certified Bible guides is highly trained in the biblical worldview and ready to help you experience God’s world through the lens of God’s Word!

Q2: What should I expect during the tour? A2: Our tours are exciting and engaging. You will see many exhibits about God’s world through the lens of God’s Word while engaging in questions from your local certified Bible guide, viewing world-class exhibits, and discussing various topics with other guests. The tour provides biblical worldview insight through several exhibits at each location.

Q3: What is the cost of reserving a tour guide? A3: Tour guides certified by the IAC are independently owned/operated, and costs are set by location. Please get in touch with your local operator for pricing details.

Q4: How long does the tour last? A4: Tours typically last approximately 45 minutes to an hour, including Q&A time with one of our certified Bible guides. These tours provide families with a biblical perspective and insights into the biblical worldview while checking out world-class exhibits.

Q5: How do I schedule my tour? A5: To begin scheduling your tour, please reserve a certified Bible guide by clicking the reservation link below. Then, a specialist from IAC will forward your reservation request to your local tour guide via e-mail within one to two business days. Please have your family or group calendar ready to help find a tour time that works best for you when your local tour guide contacts you. Your local tour guide will provide you with available dates, pricing, and other details regarding your tour. We look forward to exploring God’s world through the lens of God’s Word with you soon!

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Premier Guide with Alliance of Independent Museum Guides.

 Hi, my name is Jill Baker and I have been interested in biblical evidence for many years, and I am very pleased to be a Premier Guide with the Alliance of Independent Museum Guides. As AIM Guides, we are constantly training to keep our tours to the highest standard.

In 2019 I went to Israel with Joel Kramer’s SourceFlix Biblical Archaeology Study Tour, and visited many locations whose artefacts are displayed in the British Museum. The museum has hundreds of Bible-based artefacts from across thousands of years and many countries that corroborate the accuracy of the historical narrative of the Bible. The God of the Bible declares Himself as the Creator of all; in the Natural History Museum Tour we examine the evidence for His claim. I am delighted that I have the support of many researchers and permission to use their evidence and resources during the tour. Using an audio whisperer system with short video clip evidence from experts, these are unique tours! Join me in the best museums in the world! 

Tour Testimonials

Here are recent reviews, if you would prefer a tour in a museum nearer to you, please contact me.

Our trips to the national British Museum and Natural History Museum with Jill were both simply amazing. Me and my girlfriend went when my girlfriend was on the fence about Christianity and since this trip her faith has grown hugely! I would encourage every believer and non-believer to come along with Jill, you will not regret it!

Billy Mooney, Surrey.

We joined Jill on a tour of the British Museum with our children aged 4, 7 and 8. She tailor made a child-friendly walk that managed to grab their attention, despite my kids having been to the museum many times before and them usually wanting to leave within a few minutes. She managed to pitch the tour in such a way that the adults were engaged and learned something new, and the kids were able to notice interesting things and feel more connected to the objects. I found that the next time I visited the museum with friends, I was able to relay some of the information and that it had helped me with feeling less intimidated. She taught us interesting bits that you wouldn’t know from just looking at the labels, and items I had previously walked right past now grabbed my attention because I understood some of their history. Her enthusiasm was contagious and inspiring. I highly recommend her tour to my friends and anyone else interested in getting a more colourful view of history.

Yolandi, Surrey.

Jill's tour of the British Museum is excellent.  Let me explain why. It is too easy to wander round this majestic building and gaze at the artefacts and convince yourself that you have 'done' the museum and 'studied' the exhibits.  However, you almost certainly have not.  It is only when you approach the day with a desire to see beyond what you have 'seen' on previous visits, do the museum and the exhibits come alive.  And this is what Jill's tour offers - that ability to not only go beyond your own previous interpretation but sometimes to go beyond even the interpretation the Museum itself would like you to go away with.  This is because Jill considers things differently. For Jill has asked herself, if the Bible, the most famous book in the world and which claims to be, quite literally, the word of God himself, is true, surely it would be possible to corroborate what is written in the Bible with what is on display in the most famous secular museum in the world.  And from the very first item she shows you to the last - and with the promise that she can show you more on a subsequent tour - the answer is a resounding yes, that it is possible.  That realisation should blow your mind and change your whole world view. And on top of that, Jill is good company and allows you to ask all the questions you want - often illustrating her answer through another museum exhibit, so have sturdy footwear on for your day with her and money for a cup of tea at the end. I will book again. Martin, Surrey.

Martin, Surrey.

We’re a family of 5 who recently toured the British Museum with Jill Baker. What fun! What a privilege! What a personalised experience! Jill uses her knowledge to bring different elements of the museum together to tell a real-life historical story. This is not just her job it’s her passion. I couldn’t help but look at other museum goers and think: they are missing out so much! There is no way we would have seen the artefacts from so many cultures and countries if it hadn’t been for her, as my children tire easily in a museum, but Jill knows where to go and there is no need for non-stop reading to make sense of the exhibitions. Jill is warm-hearted, friendly and approachable. She is willing to take a tea break halfway to accommodate tired little legs and dry throats. In fact, she is able to customise her tour, so feel free to tell her if you have a special interest. I highly recommend Jill Baker’s Biblical tours and am looking forward to tour the Natural History Museum with her as well.

W van Biljon, London.

The two tours I did with Jill at the British Museum and Natural History Museum were simply amazing and very thought provoking. Jill is a lovely, friendly lady with a wealth of incredible knowledge. Both these tours are a must to fully understand and see for yourself the truth of the Bible, and just how amazing our God is in his creation, and what he has given us freely.

Anne, South London.

I participated in Jill Baker’s Biblical Tour of the British Museum a few weeks ago and found it very interesting. Jill has encyclopaedic knowledge of the Bible and showed us so many artefacts in the museum that directly related to Biblical stories that I would have missed if I had toured around the museum on my own. It was a very worthwhile experience.

Kate, Surrey.

Please contact me with dates that you are interested in and I will check my availability and confirm the tour. Please tell me the age of those attending so that I can tailor the tour accordingly and give the cost per person, Thank you.

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In 1969 , Emmanuel Zervides (on the righted – pictured with guides and organisers in Israel) first conducted informal tours around the British Museum, having been requested to do so in connection with the International Convention.  The tours were so popular they have continued ever since.

Then, in 1972 , the British Museum granted formal permission to conduct tours at the Museum for Jehovah’s Witnesses and their friends.  In the years since, the guide team who worked with Brother Zervides grew to around 25.  Many hundreds of thousands of Jehovah’s Witnesses and interested ones have benefited from the spiritually upbuilding and instructive tours over the years.

In  2015  sadly Brother Zervides died, but as was his wish the guides who worked with him over the years continued to provide guided tours under the name of  Meander Bible Tours Limited and they maintained the same high standard and quality of tour for their spiritual brothers and sisters. Many of the guides volunteering for Meander Bible Tours Limited worked with Emmanuel Zervides for two or three decades, and any new guides were trained to the same high standards.

Magnify Bible Tours CIC Limited was then established by the same guides to produce and administer Bible tours. This was done to establish a non-profit making organisation whereby no director or other individual can take profit or dividend from the company. Any surplus after administering the tours must (by UK law) be passed onto an “asset-locked” organisation such as the London institutions (British Museum, Natural History Museum, British Library etc) and the legal instruments of Jehovah’s organisation.

The information provided on all of our tours continues to be fully based on the Bible and the publications of Jehovah’s Witnesses, although fully researched in other authoritative reference works in order to ensure the highest levels of accuracy.

Magnify’s guides are pleased to conduct tours at the British Museum, the Natural History Museum and elsewhere in London for Jehovah’s Witnesses and their friends, continuing with this work started all those years ago.  We are also delighted to be offering ‘Virtual’ tours. 

In all cases, the guides are unpaid volunteers – just pleased to share upbuilding scriptural material with fellow servants of Jehovah and interested individuals.

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Magnify Bible Tours CIC is a non-profit organisation. We offer Bible based tours for Jehovah’s Witnesses and their friends looking for Virtual tours of the British Museum, Natural History Museum and British Library. The volunteer guide team has been continuously providing high quality Bible tours since 1969, with some of the guides having over 30 years continuous experience.

Biblical Museum of Natural History Interactive Tour

The Biblical Museum of Natural History has moved to a brand new location just outside Beit Shemesh – seven exhibit halls in a total of 1400 square meters/14,000 square feet.

Natural history museum + biblical education center + zoo = unique family activity (only in israel).

This unique new museum combines a love for Biblical History and nature by opening a window into life during Biblical times. Learn about the animals that lived in the time of the Torah and their symbolism in Scripture, Midrash and Talmud.  At the same time gain a deeper understanding of the Land of Israel and how the local flora and fauna played an integral role in our history.

The museum is the brainchild of Rabbi Natan Slifkin, aka the “Zoo Rabbi”. His knowledge of the animal kingdom and how it connects to stories in the Bible is unsurpassed and now he has found a way to share it with kids, teens and adults at the new Biblical Museum of Natural History. Tours are interactive, hands on experiences and the exhibits include live and non- live taxidermy exhibits.

What makes this museum different?

The vivid exhibits are not behind glass. You can walk up close to see a stuffed lion or a Kiwi egg. Being led through the auditorium of exhibits by Rabbi Slifkin is truly a unique experience that you can only have in Israel unless you are lucky enough to go on Safari with him.  Children of all ages can hold the animals, so keep an eye on the little ones.

• See the snails that produce Techelet
• Learn about the quails that were given to Bnei Yisrael when they complained about the manna
• Hold a Boa Constrictor
• Learn the difference between animal eggs
• See an incredible shofar collection from a variety of animals from all over the world

The museum is located just outside Beit Shemesh a 30 minute drive from Jerusalem. Tours are scheduled in advanced by reservation and can be arranged in Hebrew or English. This is truly one of the unique museums in Israel that each family should add to their itinerary.

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Har Tuv B,  At the entrance to Beit Shemesh

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Getting Here

The Biblical Museum of Natural History is located on the corner of Hachoshen and Topaz Streets in Har Tuv B, across from the main entrance of Beit Shemesh on Route 38. 

Waze/ Google Maps - Please search for the Biblical Museum of Natural History and ensure you select the Har Tuv address! There is plenty of parking.

​ ​Public Transportation

Train - We are 2km from the Beit Shemesh train station; it’s easiest to take a taxi.

Bus - We are located a short walk from the Dolmit Bus Stop on Route 38 as well as the bus stop at the intersection of Route 38 & Route 3855. The museum is very clearly visible from both stops.

Following is the list of incoming & outgoing Beit Shemesh buses that stop at these two bus stops:

To/From Jerusalem: 615

To/From Tel Aviv: 411 & 412

To/From Kiryat Yearim: 424

To/From Petach Tikva: 408

To/From Ramat Gan/ Bnei Brak: 597

In addition, Bus 28 (one per hour) which travels between the Beit Shemesh Train Station and Ikea stops on route 38 near the museum.

From Beitar Illit: Buses 139 stops at the Har Tuv Junction from which one can catch one of the other buses listed above.

Accessibility

The Biblical Museum of Natural History website provides full accessibility to the disabled and elderly, enabling one and all to enjoy all of its features, in accordance with the accessibility regulations. The staff at the Biblical Museum of Natural History is committed to providing our visitors with the highest quality experience, including full accessibility to our website and the museum and equal opportunities for all our visitors. If you encounter a problem of any kind, please notify one of our staff members and we will do our very best to accommodate you.

This website meets the requirements of the Equal Rights Regulations for individuals with disabilities (2013).The museum accessibility is in accordance with the Israeli Standards regarding content accessibility (ת”י 5568), and the online AA document WCAG2.0. Accessibility representative on staff can be reached for any further discussion or queries: Maayan Steele 0732131662 or [email protected]

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Museum of the Bible's docent-led tours examine the ways the Bible has impacted our history and culture. Our tours take guests on a journey through our permanent galleries and many other museum spaces, exploring our artifacts along the way. See the tour schedule below for times and days available. Please note the tour schedule is subject to change.

Museum of the Bible Highlights Tour Monday–Saturday 11:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. $9.99 per person

The World of Jesus of Nazareth Tour Monday–Saturday 2:30 p.m. $9.99 per person

Tours can only be reserved the day of your visit at the Ticketing counter. Tickets are first come, first served. Tour guests meet the docent under the "Exhibits" sign in the Grand Hall.

If a tour's attendance does not meet or falls below maximum capacity (Highlights Tour: 35; The World of Jesus of Nazareth Tour: 25), small groups scheduled for different time slots may be merged into a single tour.

Guided Tours for Groups Museum of the Bible Highlights Tour or The World of Jesus of Nazareth Tour

Monday–Saturday 9:30 & 10:30 a.m. 12:00 & 1:00 p.m.

Both the Museum of the Bible Highlights Tour and the World of Jesus of Nazareth Tour for groups are available in Korean, and Spanish upon request with at least 30 days advance reservation through Customer Service. Additional group tour times for all English-language tours are available throughout the day with at least 14 days advance reservation.

Booking Group Tours: Please contact Customer Service at (866) 430-MOTB or at [email protected] to add a group tour to your upcoming visit!

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Membership levels at the Patron Family level and higher receive exclusive tour opportunities that give you access to museum scientists, curators, and our behind-the-scenes collections.

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Explore behind-the-scenes and discover a different curatorial department each month. Meet our scientists, researchers, and collections managers, and go on a scavenger hunt throughout the museum.

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Choose from our many Research and Collections departments and embark on a behind-the-scenes tour for up to 10 guests. You will get to question and quiz one of the museum’s scientists, researchers, or collections managers, and get an up-close look at pieces not on display for the general public.

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This 7 Realms Ultimate tour of Moscow can be 3-Day tour, with 7 hours each day, or 4-Day tour, with 5 hours each day. 

This bespoke history-culture-art itinerary is the ultimate guide of Moscow with authentic Russian, Ukranian and Georgian cuisines along the way. 

Ready for adventure?

Highlights of  7 Realms tour of Moscow

• Explore Kremlin , the oldest and the largest fortress in Russia, a UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage;
• Learn the stories of two Russian paradoxes –  Tsar Bell and Tsar Cannon , both the largest in the world;
• Walk the oldest streets in Moscow  and observe the ancient architecture of Moskovy;
• Discover Kitay Gorod , which used to be home to the first skyscraper and the first typography in Moscow, as well as the biggest pharmacy in Europe;
• Dive into off the beaten path of Moscow – Zamoskvorechye  and get impressed with a dazzling mix of hidden architectural gems and art masterpieces of Russia;
• Visit Tretyakov gallery  that reflects 1000 year-old history, art and culture of Russia;
• Explore the iconic sights of legendary Kolomenskoe  including the Palace of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich, which is considered the eighth wonder of the world;
• Get scenic panoramic views of Tsaritsino park , the most romantic park of Moscow;
• Admire “Russian Gothic” of the Grand Palace in Tsaritsino , and enjoy the picturesque landscape with fairy-tale bridges;
• Have fun in Gorky Park , which is even the #1 park of Russia;
• Meet locals and catch up with local art trends in Winzavod Art Center , the oldest and most respectable art gallery in Moscow;
• And, of course,  try Russian pelemeni, Soviet vareniki or bliny, Ukranian borsch, Georgian Khachapuri , as well traditional hospitality, coziest and amazingly beautiful interior of the best local restaurants.

12-14 th  centuries

Red Square, the Kremlin, Kitay Gorod + Russian traditional lunch

We are going to see the cradle of Russian history and track the development of Moscow.

The residence of Dukes, Tsars, Emperors, Supreme rulers, Presidents will surprise you with its cathedrals, largest in the world Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell, as long as the Armory with personal belongings of Great Tsars.

Highlights:

Red square tour.

• Walk-through  the Resurrection Gate  and don’t forget to flip a coin so you’ll be sure to come back one day!
• Visit the world’s famous  Kazan Cathedral ;
• See the  State Department Store  (GUM), once the Upper Trading Stalls, which were built over a century ago and still operating!
• Admire the lovely  St. Basil’s Cathedral , built to commemorate the capture of the cities Kazan and Astrakhan. After construction of the cathedral, the poor architect, Postnik Yakovlev, was blinded by Ivan the Terrible, forbidding him from replicating such a beauty ever again;
• Walk by  Lobnoye Mesto  (literally meaning the “forehead place”, or “Place of the Skulls”), once Ivan the Terrible’s stage for religious ceremonies, speeches, and important events;
• As well as  Lenin’s Mausoleum, GUM,  Manege Square, the Monument after Marshal Zhukov, Alexander Garden, Grotto monument, The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Obelisk to Romanov royal dynasty.

Kremlin Tour

• The Cathedral of Twelve Apostles  forms the grand entrance to the luxurious Grand Kremlin Palace.
• The Tsar Bell , the largest bell in the world, and  Cannon , the largest bombard by caliber in the world.
• The Ivan the Great Bell Tower  marks the exact centre of Moscow and resembles a burning candle.
• The Cathedral of the Assumption , place of coronation of the grand princes and tsars as well as the burial place of metropolitans and patriarchs.
• The Cathedral of the Annunciation , the private church of Russian grand princes and tsars for domestic and family ceremonies.
• The Cathedral of the Archangel , the necropolis of the Moscow dynasty of Ruriks and first Romanov tsars. The history of the necropolis started in 1340 with Ivan I, the great grandfather of Ivan the Terrible.
• The Armory  originated as the royal arsenal in 1508 and boasting the richest collection of the works of Russian and foreign decorative and applied art of 4th-20th centuries.
• +  The procession of the equestrian and pedestrian guards of the President’s regiment  (April to October).

Kitay Gorod Tour

Kitay Gorod is the oldest part of Moscow after the Kremlin, emerged in the 14th century due to the expansion of the boundaries of the Kremlin.:

Experience Kitay Gorod with its it’s charming one-of-a-kind places, many with great historical significance.

There are 4 monasteries, 24 churches, cathedrals, and 8 chapels in the area of Kitay gorod. We’ll see some of them.

You will also see:

• First typography in Russia , founded in 1553;
• First “skyscraper” of Moscow , 5-storeyed building built in 1876;
• English Old Court on Varvarka street , the former home of the first foreign representation in Moscow (1553);

The Trinity monastery on Ilyinka  – Apartment house-monastery of the Holy Trinity St. Sergius Lavra (“Trinity Compound”) which is nowadays an object of cultural heritage of regional significance (1630s).

+ Traditional Russian food with a great buffet bar. 

Eat as much as you like! :) Hearty lunch in Russian traditional restaurant, with old Russian traditions, bright decor and amazing authentic food in historical Tverskaya street, the main street of Moscow.

14 th -17 th  centuries

Zamoskvorechye & Kolomenskoe Museum-Reserve

Highlights :, zamoskvorechye tour.

• Explore vibrant Zamoskvorechye neighborhood full of life and character, which locals consider an epicenter of architectural masterpieces and ancient cathedrals, modern street art and best coffee in the town – Ultimate Russian Culture Experience!
• Soak in the beauty of the  greatest Russian masterpieces;
• Explore the  treasures of Russian art and architecture , ancient and modern;
• Get immersed into  Russian history ;
• Track the  origins of Moscow ;
• Experience Moscow’s premier art gallery –  Tretyakov Gallery;
• Admire the impressive architectural styles of  Russian cathedrals and temples.

Kolomenskoe Tour

Discover the oldest settlement of Moscow belonging to the Stone Age!

Kolomenskoye is a Natural Landscape Museum-Reserve in the open air: Ethnographic art, historical and architectural complex with the existing facilities of the medieval farm, stables, a forge, an apiary, a watermill.

You will see:

• Palace of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich , initially built in 17th century and consisted of 270 rooms Nowadays considered the 8th wonder of the world by Russians;
• The Church of the Ascension  – a UNESCO monument and a masterpiece of Russian and world architecture.
• Palace Pavillion  that served as a tea house or home theater, the main façade is decorated with Doric portico and two lioness sculptures;
• Front Gate Complex  that was the main entrance to the summer residence of the Tsar for distinguished guests;
• Church of Beheading of St. John the Forerunner  that Ivan the Terrible for holiday worships and his birthday feasts;
• As well as royal  Food Yard, Peter I’s House, Household structure (Mead Brewery), The Streltsy Guard-houses, Moss Tower and the Memorial Pole.

+  Lunch in Korchma, Ukranian traditional restaurant.  

Dynamic interior with authentic decorations and festive ethnic Russian & Ukranian traditions in one place! Your lunch will include:

• Lean sorrel borsch
• Podolsky Salad,  incredibly juicy and crispy salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes, cauliflower, carrots and greens;
• Zrazy with mushrooms and spinach
• Chicken soup with noodles
• Spring salad with cucumbers, radish, eggs, green onions, lettuce and mayonnaise
• Chicken schnitzel with stewed cabbage

18 th -21 st  centuries

Tsaritsino, Gorky Park, Winzavod Art Center

Tsaritsino tour.

Tsaritsyno is the monument of the so-called “Russian Gothic”, unique in its style.

Enjoy the picturesque nature of the architectural ensemble, fairy bridges and castle, vintage terraces, statues, ponds and historical atmosphere! You will see:

• Palace of Catherine II , full of mysteries, gossips, intrigues and scandals;
• Famous Bazhenov’s  Bridges  that are distinguished by unique artistic features that fully represented the architect’s “theater architecture”;
• The cascade of  Tsaritsynsky ponds  formed during 16th-18th centuries;
• Magic  Slopes  with beautiful landscapes that became a natural backdrop for open-air theater during Catherine II reign;
• The Ruined Tower of Tsaritsyno  offers amazing panoramic views from its observation deck;
• Temple of Ceres  where the Empress rested and watched holiday hay celebrations;
• Tsaritsyno Fountain  with 3000 lights dancing polonaises and minuets in the evenings.

Gorky Park Tour

Gorky Park is Russia’s most popular park. It also features Europe’s largest skating rink with artificial ice in winter.

Discover Gorky Park from its early Soviet Communist history and hear the stories behind how it evolved to become the trendiest and hottest spot of Moscow.

Founded in 1923, the park has a lot to impress with:

• Rich Soviet past;
• Authentic local vibe;
• Garage Art Center,  founded by Dasha Zhukova, the wife of Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich;
• Gorgeous nature landscape; 
• Yoga and dance classes;
• A myriad of local cozy cafes , street food kiosks, posh restaurants and coffee places with hot pastry.

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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