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Bullfighting Museum of Las Ventas

Located in the Patio de Caballos, it offers its visitors an attractive tour through the history of bullfighting, demonstrating the relevance of bullfighting in the history and culture of Spain. Free access, eighth most visited monument in the Community of Madrid, in this space you can see prints of Goya, dresses, monteras and capes for walk of great bullfighters of the twentieth century or a corner dedicated to the figure of Manolete.

Important notice

This museum will be closed for construction from February 12, 2024. 

Where are we?

• Visiting hours at the Museum from 10 a.m. to 19 p.m.
• Visits will be made every day of the year except the 25 in December and the 1 in January.
• On days when celebrations of any kind are held at the venue, visits will end 2 hours before the start of the show.

The entrance to the Bullfighting Museum of the Community of Madrid is located next to the door of the Patio de Caballos of the Plaza de Toros Monumental de Las Ventas, on Calle Alcalá, number 237.

Public transport:

• Metro: Line 2 and 5 (Sales Station)
• EMT buses: 12 - 21 - 38 - 53 - 106 - 110 - 146

Contact: 

• Telephone: 91 276 12 87
• E-mail: [email protected]  

Group visits : request an appointment in the email [email protected]  

The objects on display are part of Madrid's cultural heritage, for their conservation there is an access regulation :

• The entrance is free and free with capacity control.
• Access to the Museum is not allowed with elements that hinder mobility or disturb other visitors (backpacks, suitcases, bulky bags ...). Do not bring backpacks or packages of more than 25x25cm that cannot be brought into the rooms.
• Do not touch the Museum pieces or lean against the showcases.
• Access with animals is not allowed except for guide dogs.
• Mobile phones and other devices should be muted.
• You cannot take photos inside the Museum.
• Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Museum facilities.
• The umbrellas must be deposited in the umbrella stands that exist in the entrance access.
• The Museum is not responsible for personal items that are lost or damaged in its facilities.
• Failure to comply with these rules will lead to suspension of access to the Museum.
• The presentation of complaints, claims or suggestions will be made  on line -click here-

The secrets of the Bullfighting Museum

The Bullfighting Museum is divided into three large rooms dedicated to the Las Ventas bullring; bulls, bullfighters already dressed to fight; and finally, a room dedicated exclusively to bullfighting painting and the original posters of the works that have announced the Goya bullfights on May 2 and Beneficencia, under the signature of Barceló, Arroyo, Úrculo, Pérez Villalta, Manuel Alcorlo and Alicia Ochoa, among others.

Painting and sculpture

The collection of portraits takes us to different periods in the History of Bullfighting, from Pedro Romero to José Miguel Arroyo "Joselito", passing through the faces of Joaquín Rodríguez "Costillares", José Delgado "Pepe Hillo", Francisco Montes "Paquiro" , Frascuelo or Lagartijo, all pioneers in the art of fighting with a crutch. The portrait of José Gómez Ortega "Gallito", drawn by Manuel Benedito, is one of the most fortunate that remains of him; and one of the best works in the Museum is the portrait that Daniel Vázquez Díaz made of Juan Belmonte in 1934. Of the unforgettable Manuel Rodríguez "Manolete", this space preserves notable memories, such as the bronze bust of Joaquín Roca Rey or the portrait of Oil of Espinosa, dressed in pure and gold. Among the authors, both in the painting and sculpture collections, in addition to those already mentioned, the names of notable artists such as Ignacio Zuloaga, Roberto Domingo, Ruano Llopis, Andrés Martínez de León, Eduardo Arroyo, Miquel Barceló, Diego stand out. Ramos, Julio Antonio, Mariano Benlliure, Sebastián Miranda, Luis Sanguino or Pablo Lozano. In addition, the complete series of the second edition of prints of "La Tauromaquia" by Goya, engraved in etching, is on display.

Costumes of lights

In the showcases of the Museum there is a rich collection of bullfighting dresses and walking capes. Through these dresses and their accessories you can see the changes that have been taking place in them from the 66th century to the present. The oldest garment in the collection is a José Rodríguez “Pepete” vest, precisely the one he wore when he was wounded by the bull Jocinero de Miura. Another of the oldest pieces is an elegant walking cape by the Basque matador Luis Mazzantini, made of blue silk and richly embroidered in gold. Other more modern walking capes are displayed in the Museum, such as that of Juan Belmonte, on loan from Gregorio Marañón. Joselito also conserves the scarlet and gold vest that he wore on the tragic afternoon in Talavera de la Reina. The greatest impression on visitors is the pale pink and gold dress that Manolete wore the day he died in Linares; while the dress and accessories of the Madrid bullfighter Juanita Cruz form a unique set because this is the first woman who took the alternative. The collection is completed by other dresses that belonged to closer right-handers in time, such as Antonio Chenel's lilac and gold suit "Antoñete", with which he left the Puerta Grande de Las Ventas when he was XNUMX years old.

Immersive Room

The Las Ventas Bullfighting Museum has, since 2019, a new cultural space that makes visiting its facilities even more attractive, as it has the only Immersive Room that exists in a bullring in Spain, allowing the viewer to “ move ”, through images and sounds, to different spaces related to the world of the bull. Thus, the visitor can know in a real and reliable way, from what the life of the bull is like in the field, visiting the Gavira cattle ranch from Cádiz, to attending a celebration in Las Ventas 

History of the Museum

The Bullfighting Museum of Madrid was created in 1951 by the Provincial Council under the presidency of Don Mariano Ossorio Arévalo, Marquis of Valdavia, and inaugurated on May 15, 1951, the feast of San Isidro Labrador, patron saint of the city.

The initial distribution of rooms and objects was maintained until 1968, when a first reform was carried out, which was extended in 1991, under the auspices of the Community of Madrid, from which it became dependent in 1988 and included organically in the Center of Bullfighting

The Museum was completely renovated in the 2011 year to modernize its air conditioning, its exhibition elements and security, incorporating both a thematic and chronological criteria and installing a room dedicated to projection, showing with images and texts the history of bullfighting and its culture.

At the end of the 2014 season, the Community of Madrid decided to undertake new works to expand the facilities of the Bullfighting Museum that have allowed to reopen it to the public in the 2015 season.

Access directly from the outside has been included in the remodeling, without going through the Patio de Caballos. In addition, an exhibition area of ​​105 square meters has been gained on the upper floor, which has been dedicated to exhibiting more pieces and objects. Also, on the ground floor, a small projection room has been installed to view films, documentaries and reports.

One of the main novelties has been the creation of a corner specially dedicated to the figure of Manuel Rodríguez "Manolete", in which several of his dresses are exhibited and, among them, the one that Linares wore on the unfortunate afternoon of August 28, and a new one deposited by the family of the Cordovan right-hander.

With these works, the Community of Madrid has increased the number of visitors who come to the Bullfighting Museum, and in the last year has registered figures of around 70.000 people, allowing the public to observe and learn more about pieces and objects that are part of the history of Bullfighting.

It is also the intention of the Center for Bullfighting Affairs that, with this expansion of facilities, the donation of objects and memories of different figures of contemporary bullfighting is promoted, with the purpose of updating and modernizing the history of Bullfighting through its protagonists.

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Las Ventas Bullring Tour

Visits to the Las Ventas bullring and its bullfighting museum are carried out with an audio guide available in 10 languages ​​whose rental is included in the ticket price. This type of visit will allow you to tour the square and the museum at your own pace, discovering its corners and history following the marked route from the Puerta Grande, terrace, rows, alley, arena (*subject to availability), chapel, gang gate, bullfighting museum… in addition to being able to enjoy various virtual experiences for free, such as our exclusive Virtual Bullfighting Game.

Types of tickets

What are you going to see on the tour, 1. history of the bullring.

They will show you the history of the bullring and the most important bullfighters who have passed through it.

2. Secret places

You will visit the arena, the bullfighting museum, the alley of the square, the stands and much more.

3. Virtual games

You will learn to fight with the virtual reality game. Will you be able to fight with art?

Included services

• Entrance to the Las Ventas bullring
• Audio guide
• Bullfighting museum
• Virtual Bullfighting Game
• Entrance – Las Ventas Bullring

What to expect?

Stop At: Las Ventas Bullring, Calle de Alcala 237, 28028 Madrid Spain

The visit includes a tour of the entire Las Ventas bullring, the most important in the world, as well as its bullfighting museum, with an audio guide translated into 12 languages, as well as various Virtual Reality experiences, including a unique game in the world of virtual bullfighting.

Stop At: Bullfighting Museum, Calle Alcala 237 Plaza de Toros las Ventas, 28028 Madrid Spain

Accessibility

• wheelchair accessible
• Assistance Animals Allowed
• Is there public transportation nearby

If you have any questions about accessibility, we’ll be happy to help. You just have to call the following number: +34 687 739 032

Frequent questions

You will begin the visit at the front door where you will get your audio guide to learn in detail the history of the bullring and bullfighting. You will tour the square knowing the different places of great interest that Las Ventas has: the arena, gangs, the alley, the infirmary, the bullfighting museum, etc…

2. How much is Visit with Audioguide to Las Ventas Bullring and Bullfighting Museum?

You can enjoy the Visit with Audioguide to the Las Ventas Bullring and Bullfighting Museum from €16.00 (children and seniors reduced prices). Discover and book Visit with Audioguide to Las Ventas Bullring and Bullfighting Museum on the official website

3. How much time do I need for Audioguide Visit to Las Ventas Bullring and Bullfighting Museum? On average, this experience will last approximately 1 hour, although since the tour is free, you can do it in less time or you can do it more calmly. There is no fixed time to do the tour.

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Las Ventas Bullring & Museum – tickets, prices, timings, what to expect

The Las Ventas Bullring & Museum in Madrid is an iconic and historic landmark — a testament to the deep-rooted tradition of bullfighting in Spanish culture. 

The Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas, built in 1929, is considered one of the most significant bullrings in the world, attracting enthusiasts, tourists, and cultural enthusiasts alike.

Architecturally, Las Ventas is an impressive structure that combines elements of Moorish and Neo-Mudéjar styles. 

The façade features ornate details, intricate tilework, and grand arches, creating a visually captivating sight. 

The bullring has a seating capacity of around 23,800 spectators, making it one of the largest in Spain.

This article covers everything you must know before booking the Madrid Las Ventas Bullring & Museum tickets.

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What to expect, where to book tickets, how do online tickets work, las ventas bullring & museum ticket cost, las ventas bullring & museum madrid tickets, las ventas: bullring & museum + flamenco tablao torres bermejas, how to reach, how long does the tour take, best time to visit, faqs about the las ventas bullring & museum in madrid.

At Las Ventas Bullring & Museum in Madrid, you can expect to see various captivating experiences that provide insight into the world of bullfighting and its cultural significance. 

The Bullring

The centerpiece of Las Ventas is, of course, the bullring itself. 

With its impressive architecture and capacity to hold thousands of spectators, the bullring offers a glimpse into the atmosphere and scale of a bullfighting event. 

Admire the grandeur of the arena and imagine the excitement that fills the air during a bullfight.

Enjoy a virtual bullfighting game at the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum.

Bullfighting Museum

The museum at Las Ventas is a treasure trove of artifacts, exhibits, and information related to bullfighting. 

Explore the sport’s history, traditions, and evolution through displays of bullfighter costumes, capes, weapons, and other paraphernalia associated with bullfighting. 

The museum provides an immersive experience that educates visitors about this controversial spectacle’s artistry, techniques, and cultural significance.

Bullfighting Hall of Fame

The Bullfighting Hall of Fame is a tribute to the most revered and accomplished matadors in the history of bullfighting. 

Here, you can discover these legendary figures’ lives, legacies, and contributions through photographs, memorabilia, and informative displays. 

It offers a glimpse into the bravery, skill, and dedication required to excel in bullfighting.

Before leaving Las Ventas, don’t forget to visit the gift shop, where you can find a range of bullfighting-themed souvenirs, books, and memorabilia. 

Take home a memento of your visit and further explore the world of bullfighting.

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You can purchase Las Ventas Bullring & Museum Tour tickets at the attraction or online in advance.

Online ticket prices tend to be cheaper than tickets at the attraction.

When you buy online, you can avoid the long queues at the ticket counters. 

When you book early, you also get your preferred time slot. 

Because the Las Ventas Bullring and Museum Tour is quite popular, the tickets may sell out quickly.

Booking early helps avoid last-minute disappointments.

Go to the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum Tour ticket booking page , select your preferred date, time slot, and number of tickets, and buy the tickets instantly.

Once you purchase the tickets, they get delivered to your email address.

There is no need to get printouts of the ticket. 

Show the e-ticket on your smartphone to your host at the Box Office of Las Ventas Bullring (Plaza de Toros) on the day of your visit and walk in.

The Las Ventas Bullring & Museum Tour tickets cost €16 for people between 19 and 64 years.

Children between five and 12 years get a discount of €9 and pay only €7 for their entry.

Young visitors between 13 and 18 years, students with a valid ID, and seniors above 65 years pay a discounted price of €13 for their entry.

Infants up to four can enter Las Ventas Bullring for free.

Tickets for Las Ventas Bullring & Museum in Madrid include access to both the bullring and the museum.

Your ticket grants you access to the bullring itself, where the bullfights take place. 

Explore the arena, walk around the seating area, and get a sense of the scale and atmosphere of a bullfighting event.

The ticket also includes entrance to the Bullfighting Museum located within Las Ventas. 

This museum comprehensively explores bullfighting’s history, art, and cultural significance. 

Observe the various exhibits, displays, and artifacts related to the sport, including bullfighter costumes, capes, weapons, photographs, and more.

Audio guides are available in Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Russian, Japanese, Portuguese, and Mandarin.

Ticket Prices

Adult Ticket (13 to 64 years): €16 Child Ticket (5 to 12 years): €7 Student Ticket (with valid ID): €13 Senior Ticket (65+ years): €13 Infant Ticket (up to 4 years): Free

Combo tickets

Combo tickets are the best way to explore Madrid as they let you explore two attractions, usually located closer. 

You can buy Las Ventas Bullring & Museum tickets with Flamenco Tablao Torres Bermejas, Tablao Flamenco La Setas, and Seville Cathedral + Giralda.

You get a whopping discount of up to 15%, making this a steal deal!

Save time by securing your admission to both places in one transaction, simplifying the process, and ensuring a smooth visit.

Distance: 4.6 km (2.8 miles)

Time Taken: 17 minutes by car

Madrid is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, and this combo ticket allows you to experience two iconic aspects of Spanish culture in one go.

You’ll get to explore the historic Las Ventas bullring, learn about the tradition of bullfighting, and witness the architectural beauty of the venue. 

Then, you can indulge in the passionate art form of flamenco at the renowned Torres Bermejas Tablao.

Booking a combo ticket allows you to efficiently plan your visit to both attractions.

Ticket Cost: €39

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The Las Ventas Bullring & Museum is in the Ventas neighborhood in eastern Madrid.

Address: C. de Alcalá, 237, 28028 Madrid, Spain. Get Directions!

You can reach the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum by both public and private transportation.

We recommend using public transport to reach the attraction.

The Ventas Bus Stop (Bus No: 21, 38, 106, 110, 146, 210, N5, and N7) is a 1-minute walk from the Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas.

The Ventas Subway Station (Subway services: 2, 5) is a one-minute walk from Las Ventas Bullring. 

If you’re traveling by car, turn on Google Maps and get started.

The Las Ventas Bullring does not have an on-site parking facility. 

There are enough nearby paid parking garages .

The Las Ventas Bullring & Museum opens at 10 am and closes at 7 pm daily from April to October.

The attraction closes early, at 6 pm, from November to March.

The last entry on bullfight days is at 2.30 pm.

It remains closed on New Year’s Day, Christmas Day, and San Isidro’s Feast Day.

A visit to the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum Tour takes 1 to 2 hours.

The duration may be longer if you want a more in-depth experience or join a guided tour. 

The best time to visit Las Ventas Bullring & Museum is on weekday mornings when the attraction opens at 10 am. 

It’s less crowded in the mornings. 

Weekends and public holidays are crowded.

The museum attracts many people during the bullfighting season, typically from March to October. 

During this period, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the excitement and spectacle of a live bullfight. Planning your trip around this time is also good.

Here are some FAQs about the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum in Madrid:

The Las Ventas Bullring & Museum is conveniently located in the neighborhood of Venta in Madrid. You can reach it by various means of transportation, including metro, bus, or taxi. 

Yes, you can visit the bullring and the museum even if no bullfights occur. The museum allows visitors to explore the history, art, and culture associated with bullfighting. It offers exhibits with costumes, artwork, photographs, and other fascinating memorabilia.

The Las Ventas Bullring & Museum opens at 10 am and closes at 7 pm daily from April to October. The attraction closes early, at 6 pm, from November to March.

Yes, guided tours are available at the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum. These tours are conducted by knowledgeable guides who provide detailed information about the history, architecture, and bullfighting traditions.

There is an admission fee to enter the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum. The Las Ventas Bullring & Museum Tour tickets cost €16 for people between 13 and 64 years.

Yes, the Las Ventas Bullring is renowned for hosting traditional bullfights during the bullfighting season. You can purchase tickets in advance if you want to attend a bullfight. Planning is advisable, as bullfights are popular events, and tickets can sell out quickly.

Photography is generally permitted inside the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum. However, it is recommended that any signage or instructions regarding photography be respected, especially in sensitive areas or during special events.

Yes, the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum is designed to be accessible to people with disabilities. The facilities provide wheelchair access, ramps, and elevators to ensure that visitors with mobility challenges can navigate the premises comfortably.

Yes, the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum has a gift shop where you can find a variety of souvenirs related to bullfighting. The shop offers a range of items such as books, posters, t-shirts, figurines, and other memorabilia associated with this cultural tradition.

Yes, audio guides are available for visitors at the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum. These guides provide additional information about the exhibits, architecture, and history of the bullring. They can enhance your visit by offering insights and details as you explore the museum at your own pace.

No, the Las Ventas Bullring does not have an on-site parking facility. However, the bullring is in a bustling neighborhood, and several parking lots and garages are within walking distance. 

There is no specific dress code for visiting the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum. However, it is advisable to dress comfortably and respectfully. Remember that bullfighting is deeply rooted in tradition, and many visitors choose to dress semi-formally or in smart casual attire, especially if attending a bullfight.

Food and drinks outside are prohibited inside the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum. 

Yes, several restaurants, cafes, and tapas bars are located near the Las Ventas Bullring & Museum. You can find options to suit various tastes and budgets in the surrounding neighborhood. Enjoying traditional Spanish cuisine after your visit is a great opportunity.

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Las Ventas, located in the Madrilenian district of Salamanca, is the largest bullring in Spain and the third-largest in the world.

The bullring inaugurated in 1931 was designed by the architect José Espeliú in Moorish style. In 1951 the Madrid Bullfighting Museum was inaugurated coinciding with the feast of San Isidro Labrador, patron saint of the city. It has three cultural rooms: the Antonio Bienvenida Room, the Antoñete Room, and the Cossío Room. In them, exhibitions and informative events take place throughout the season.

The bullfighting season starts in March and ends in October and bullfights are held every Sunday during the season.

Las Ventas bullring is open all year for cultural visits. the arena also hosted many concerts, tennis matches, theatre plays, and cultural events.

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The Moscow Metro Museum of Art: 10 Must-See Stations

There are few times one can claim having been on the subway all afternoon and loving it, but the Moscow Metro provides just that opportunity.  While many cities boast famous public transport systems—New York’s subway, London’s underground, San Salvador’s chicken buses—few warrant hours of exploration.  Moscow is different: Take one ride on the Metro, and you’ll find out that this network of railways can be so much more than point A to B drudgery.

The Metro began operating in 1935 with just thirteen stations, covering less than seven miles, but it has since grown into the world’s third busiest transit system ( Tokyo is first ), spanning about 200 miles and offering over 180 stops along the way.  The construction of the Metro began under Joseph Stalin’s command, and being one of the USSR’s most ambitious building projects, the iron-fisted leader instructed designers to create a place full of svet (radiance) and svetloe budushchee (a radiant future), a palace for the people and a tribute to the Mother nation.

Consequently, the Metro is among the most memorable attractions in Moscow.  The stations provide a unique collection of public art, comparable to anything the city’s galleries have to offer and providing a sense of the Soviet era, which is absent from the State National History Museum.  Even better, touring the Metro delivers palpable, experiential moments, which many of us don’t get standing in front of painting or a case of coins.

Though tours are available , discovering the Moscow Metro on your own provides a much more comprehensive, truer experience, something much less sterile than following a guide.  What better place is there to see the “real” Moscow than on mass transit: A few hours will expose you to characters and caricatures you’ll be hard-pressed to find dining near the Bolshoi Theater.  You become part of the attraction, hear it in the screech of the train, feel it as hurried commuters brush by: The Metro sucks you beneath the city and churns you into the mix.

With the recommendations of our born-and-bred Muscovite students, my wife Emma and I have just taken a self-guided tour of what some locals consider the top ten stations of the Moscow Metro. What most satisfied me about our Metro tour was the sense of adventure .  I loved following our route on the maps of the wagon walls as we circled the city, plotting out the course to the subsequent stops; having the weird sensation of being underground for nearly four hours; and discovering the next cavern of treasures, playing Indiana Jones for the afternoon, piecing together fragments of Russia’s mysterious history.  It’s the ultimate interactive museum.

Top Ten Stations (In order of appearance)

Kievskaya station.

Kievskaya Station went public in March of 1937, the rails between it and Park Kultury Station being the first to cross the Moscow River.  Kievskaya is full of mosaics depicting aristocratic scenes of Russian life, with great cameo appearances by Lenin, Trotsky, and Stalin.  Each work has a Cyrillic title/explanation etched in the marble beneath it; however, if your Russian is rusty, you can just appreciate seeing familiar revolutionary dates like 1905 ( the Russian Revolution ) and 1917 ( the October Revolution ).

Mayakovskaya Station

Mayakovskaya Station ranks in my top three most notable Metro stations. Mayakovskaya just feels right, done Art Deco but no sense of gaudiness or pretention.  The arches are adorned with rounded chrome piping and create feeling of being in a jukebox, but the roof’s expansive mosaics of the sky are the real showstopper.  Subjects cleverly range from looking up at a high jumper, workers atop a building, spires of Orthodox cathedrals, to nimble aircraft humming by, a fleet of prop planes spelling out CCCP in the bluest of skies.

Novoslobodskaya Station

Novoslobodskaya is the Metro’s unique stained glass station.  Each column has its own distinctive panels of colorful glass, most of them with a floral theme, some of them capturing the odd sailor, musician, artist, gardener, or stenographer in action.  The glass is framed in Art Deco metalwork, and there is the lovely aspect of discovering panels in the less frequented haunches of the hall (on the trackside, between the incoming staircases).  Novosblod is, I’ve been told, the favorite amongst out-of-town visitors.

Komsomolskaya Station

Komsomolskaya Station is one of palatial grandeur.  It seems both magnificent and obligatory, like the presidential palace of a colonial city.  The yellow ceiling has leafy, white concrete garland and a series of golden military mosaics accenting the tile mosaics of glorified Russian life.  Switching lines here, the hallway has an Alice-in-Wonderland feel, impossibly long with decorative tile walls, culminating in a very old station left in a remarkable state of disrepair, offering a really tangible glimpse behind the palace walls.

Dostoevskaya Station

Dostoevskaya is a tribute to the late, great hero of Russian literature .  The station at first glance seems bare and unimpressive, a stark marble platform without a whiff of reassembled chips of tile.  However, two columns have eerie stone inlay collages of scenes from Dostoevsky’s work, including The Idiot , The Brothers Karamazov , and Crime and Punishment.   Then, standing at the center of the platform, the marble creates a kaleidoscope of reflections.  At the entrance, there is a large, inlay portrait of the author.

Chkalovskaya Station

Chkalovskaya does space Art Deco style (yet again).  Chrome borders all.  Passageways with curvy overhangs create the illusion of walking through the belly of a chic, new-age spacecraft.  There are two (kos)mosaics, one at each end, with planetary subjects.  Transferring here brings you above ground, where some rather elaborate metalwork is on display.  By name similarity only, I’d expected Komsolskaya Station to deliver some kosmonaut décor; instead, it was Chkalovskaya that took us up to the space station.

Elektrozavodskaya Station

Elektrozavodskaya is full of marble reliefs of workers, men and women, laboring through the different stages of industry.  The superhuman figures are round with muscles, Hollywood fit, and seemingly undeterred by each Herculean task they respectively perform.  The station is chocked with brass, from hammer and sickle light fixtures to beautiful, angular framework up the innards of the columns.  The station’s art pieces are less clever or extravagant than others, but identifying the different stages of industry is entertaining.

Baumanskaya Statio

Baumanskaya Station is the only stop that wasn’t suggested by the students.  Pulling in, the network of statues was just too enticing: Out of half-circle depressions in the platform’s columns, the USSR’s proud and powerful labor force again flaunts its success.  Pilots, blacksmiths, politicians, and artists have all congregated, posing amongst more Art Deco framing.  At the far end, a massive Soviet flag dons the face of Lenin and banners for ’05, ’17, and ‘45.  Standing in front of the flag, you can play with the echoing roof.

Ploshchad Revolutsii Station

Novokuznetskaya Station

Novokuznetskaya Station finishes off this tour, more or less, where it started: beautiful mosaics.  This station recalls the skyward-facing pieces from Mayakovskaya (Station #2), only with a little larger pictures in a more cramped, very trafficked area.  Due to a line of street lamps in the center of the platform, it has the atmosphere of a bustling market.  The more inventive sky scenes include a man on a ladder, women picking fruit, and a tank-dozer being craned in.  The station’s also has a handsome black-and-white stone mural.

Here is a map and a brief description of our route:

Start at (1)Kievskaya on the “ring line” (look for the squares at the bottom of the platform signs to help you navigate—the ring line is #5, brown line) and go north to Belorusskaya, make a quick switch to the Dark Green/#2 line, and go south one stop to (2)Mayakovskaya.  Backtrack to the ring line—Brown/#5—and continue north, getting off at (3)Novosblodskaya and (4)Komsolskaya.  At Komsolskaya Station, transfer to the Red/#1 line, go south for two stops to Chistye Prudy, and get on the Light Green/#10 line going north.  Take a look at (5)Dostoevskaya Station on the northern segment of Light Green/#10 line then change directions and head south to (6)Chkalovskaya, which offers a transfer to the Dark Blue/#3 line, going west, away from the city center.  Have a look (7)Elektroskaya Station before backtracking into the center of Moscow, stopping off at (8)Baumskaya, getting off the Dark Blue/#3 line at (9)Ploschad Revolyutsii.  Change to the Dark Green/#2 line and go south one stop to see (10)Novokuznetskaya Station.

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Jonathon Engels, formerly a patron saint of misadventure, has been stumbling his way across cultural borders since 2005 and is currently volunteering in the mountains outside of Antigua, Guatemala.  For more of his work, visit his website and blog .

Photo credits:   SergeyRod , all others courtesy of the author and may not be used without permission

Moscow Metro Tour

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Moscow metro private tours.

• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

Hotel Pick-up

Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

+ for 3-hour tour

Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

Museum of Moscow Metro

• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

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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