• Bahasa Indonesia
  • Slovenščina
  • Science & Tech
  • Russian Kitchen

7 MOST extravagant houses of 19th century Moscow

mansion to tour near me

1. The Levenson House, Trekhprudnyi Lane, 9

The lantern above the Levenson House

The lantern above the Levenson House

This house, designed by architect Fyodor Shekhtel, was built for Alexander Levenson, the proprietor of a famous Moscow typography, in 1900. The house had space for printing machines, as well as living premises. The highlight of the house is a fascinating roof lantern. Recently, the house was scientifically restored and is now for sale. The 1,000-sq.m. building’s price tag is 1.1 billion rubles (approx. $14.4 mln).

The interior of the Levenson House

The interior of the Levenson House

The interior of the Levenson House

2. The Zimins House, Degtyarny Lane, 8/3

The interior of the Zimins' House

The interior of the Zimins' House

What seems an ordinary house from the outside is really one of the poshest mansions of 19th century Moscow, built for Nikolay Zimin, a major Russian tobacco trader. Built in 1896 according to the project by Edmund Yuditsky, it still houses the original interior decoration. Russian cinema buffs might recognize it from the movie ‘Brat-2’, directed by Alexey Balabanov.

The Zimins' House from the outside

The Zimins' House from the outside

Currently, the building houses the Agency for the Management and Use of Historical and Cultural Monuments of the Ministry of Culture of Russia – some of the foremost specialists in heritage preservation in the country.

The interior of the Zimins' House

3. The Igumnov House, Bolshaya Yakimanka Street, 43

The Igumnov House

The Igumnov House

This house looks like a palace right out of a Russian fairytale, but it was actually built in 1895 (designed by architect Nikolay Pozdneev), at the order of Nikolay Igumnov, a textile tycoon from Yaroslavl.

The door and the porch decoration of the Igumnov House

The door and the porch decoration of the Igumnov House

The bricks were shipped in from the Netherlands, the fascinating porcelain facade tiles made following a special order at the Kuznetsov porcelain factory, the most famous in Russia at the time. The cost of the house was allegedly around 1 million rubles (when 150 rubles was a solid year’s salary). Inside, the 40 rooms of the house were decorated in a variety of styles – from traditional Russian to art nouveau.

The staircase in the Igumnov House

The staircase in the Igumnov House

Currently, the Igumnov House is the residence of the French ambassador to Russia.

The interior of the Igumnov House

The interior of the Igumnov House

4. The Morozova House, Spiridonovka Street, 17

Zinaida Morozova's House

Zinaida Morozova's House

Another house by Fyodor Shekhtel, a star of Moscow art nouveau, was commissioned by Zinaida Morozova, the wife of Savva Morozov, a textile tycoon.

The exterior decorations of Zinaida Morozova's House

The exterior decorations of Zinaida Morozova's House

The interior design was made by a famous painter Mikhail Vrubel, who made several murals inspired by chivalry aesthetics of Medieval Europe, resonating with the neo-gothic style of the house.

The interior of Zinaida Morozova's House

The interior of Zinaida Morozova's House

In 1938, the Morozova House became the House of Receptions of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which it stays to this day.

The interior of Zinaida Morozova's House

5. The Vtorov Mansion (Spaso House), Spasopeskovskaya Square

Spaso-House from the outside

Spaso-House from the outside

This mansion, commissioned by textile industrialist Nikolay Vtorov, was built in 1913. It takes its English name, Spaso House, from Spasopeskovskaya Square, where it is located. It’s a neo-classical recreation of a classic upper-class city mansion of the 1820s, with palladian windows and a perfectly symmetrical interior plan.

The interior of Spaso-House

The interior of Spaso-House

Vtorov’s family lived in the house for just 4 years before the Revolution, after which the house was expropriated by the new Soviet government to serve as a reception house for the All-Russia Central Executive Committee.

Spaso-House's inner rooms

Spaso-House's inner rooms

In 1933, the house became the residence of William C. Bullitt, the first U.S. Ambassador to the Soviet Union, and has stayed the residence of the U.S. ambassadors ever since. Presidents Dwight Eisenhower, Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan all stayed there when they visited Moscow.

The dining room at Spaso-House

The dining room at Spaso-House

The interior of Spaso-House

6. The Ryabushinsky Mansion, Malaya Nikitskaya Street, 6/2

The Ryabushinski Mansion

The Ryabushinski Mansion

This mansion, again built by Fyodor Shekhtel, this time for millionaire Stepan Ryabushinsky in 1900-1902, is probably the architect’s most famous work in Moscow. Apart from all the fascinating art nouveau interior decoration and the famous stairwell with a jellyfish lamp, the mansion also housed a secret chapel – the Ryabushinskis were Old Believers, outlawed in Russia until 1905. “I believe that in the whole of Europe there is no house like this,” Ryabushinski said when examining the newly-built mansion.

The Ryabushinski Mansion's 'jellyfish' staircase

The Ryabushinski Mansion's 'jellyfish' staircase

After 1917, when the Ryabushinsky family fled Russia, the house became the state’s property and, in 1931, writer Maxim Gorky and his family started living there. Gorky didn’t like the mansion at all, calling it “awkward, but fit for working at least”. After Gorky’s death, the mansion became Maxim Gorky’s personal museum, which helped preserve the unique interiors of the house to the present day.

A stained glass window in the Ryabushinski Mansion

A stained glass window in the Ryabushinski Mansion

The dining room inside the Ryabushinski Mansion

The dining room inside the Ryabushinski Mansion

7. The Berg City Mansion, Denezhny Lane, 5/1

Berg city mansion

Berg city mansion

Constructed in 1897 by Pyotr Boytsov, the house was commissioned by a businessman named Sergey Berg. It comprises different styles – gothic, baroque and art nouveau. Berg’s mansion was one of the first Moscow homes to have electricity installed – lighting and an electric doorbell. It was here that the first “electric ball” was held.

The Berg city mansion from the inside

The Berg city mansion from the inside

The house, which had preserved all its original interior decoration, was renovated in 2016. It currently houses the Italian Embassy in Russia.

If using any of Russia Beyond's content, partly or in full, always provide an active hyperlink to the original material.

to our newsletter!

Get the week's best stories straight to your inbox

  • Moscow’s 9 most unusual houses
  • 12 must-see wooden houses of Moscow
  • The most fairy-tale houses of old Moscow (PHOTOS)

mansion to tour near me

This website uses cookies. Click here to find out more.

mansion to tour near me

Log in with user name:

Log in with social media:

Get FREE email communications from Fodor's Travel, covering must-see travel destinations, expert trip planning advice, and travel inspiration to fuel your passion.

10 Best Home Estate Tours in the U.S.

Zachary Laks

Unlock the legacies of society’s most elite as you step through the threshold of their grand estates. The gilded past of America comes to life as you meander through the hallways and gardens of these ten breathtaking properties. From panoramic views and lavish gardens to rare art and rich history, these extravagant homes welcome all to enjoy the high life.

By Zachary Laks

mansion to tour near me

WHERE: Lenox, MA

Edith Wharton's grand mansion, The Mount , built in 1902, overlooks vast acres of lush, curated gardens. Best known for writing  The Age of Innocence , Wharton was a Pulitzer Prize-winning fiction author who became a massive influence in modern American home design and gardening. Converted to a public landmark in 1980, The Mount has daily tours that bring visitors through the expansive 42-room estate. Separate tours are available through the formal gardens, and there's even a ghost tour in the fall, when spirits evoke the haunted nature of the aged grounds.

Insider Tip: Head down the street to the famed Red Lion Inn of Stockbridge, MA, for some peaceful relaxation on the porch, complete with rocking chairs.

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor’s Berkshires Travel Guide

mansion to tour near me

The Biltmore Estate

WHERE: Asheville, NC

The sprawling, 8,000-acre grand estate of George Vanderbilt is a modern marvel. Completed in 1895 at the height of the Gilded Age, The Biltmore Estate' s four acres of square footage are outfitted with 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, and 65 fireplaces. Vanderbilt’s fortune was inherited from his grandfather, Cornelius, patriarch of one of the wealthiest families in the country, who amassed a fortune in railroads and shipping. The grounds are open to the public with the new Antler Hill Village and Winery, where shopping, exhibits, restaurants, and wine shops dot the manicured pathways and groomed gardens.

Insider Tip: Off-road like never before in the luxury of a Land Rover truck, which you can drive yourself at The Biltmore Estate. Steep ascents and rock crawls await!

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor’s Asheville Travel Guide

mansion to tour near me

Kykuit The Rockefeller Estate

WHERE: Sleepy Hollow, NY

Overlooking the Hudson River sits Kykuit , John D. Rockefeller’s historic stone house, built in 1913. Within its six stories and 40 rooms, Kykuit houses Picassos, Moores, and Calders, as well as a world-renowned 20th-century sculpture collection. Still an active residence for the Rockefeller families, the main grounds of Kykuit are private and only available to the public through guided tours. Each tour focuses on a different part of the grounds, including areas such as the Coach Barn, where a collection of classic cars and horse-drawn carriages are on display, as well as the Italian garden, home to the Adam and Eve fountain.

Insider Tip: After your tour, head to the Rockefeller State Park Preserve , where trails take you through lush forests perfect for bird watching.  

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor’s Hudson Valley Travel Guide

mansion to tour near me

WHERE: Rancho Mirage, CA

As a famed publisher, businessman, and philanthropist, Walter Annenberg and his flamboyant décor shine bright at Sunnylands , his and his wife's estate in Southern California. A distinct modern home, Sunnylands has a statement pink pyramid roof and a signature glass wall exterior, exposing guests to the panoramic mountainscape. A flagship golf course designed by Dick Wilson was a favorite of the Annenbergs, who played the course almost every day they were on site. With a new visitor center completed in 2011, Sunnylands welcomes guests for tours through the pristine estate, as well as into the life of the Annenberg family.

Insider Tip: Every other week or so, Sunnylands hosts a free movie night on the Great Lawn.

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor’s California Travel Guide

mansion to tour near me

Chalk Hill Estate

WHERE: Healdsburg, CA

About 40 years ago, Chalk Hill Estate was established on 1,300 acres of land at the base of the Mayacama Mountains, in Sonoma County, as a vineyard and residence for wine connoisseur Fred Furth. Having perfected its agricultural and fermentation processes, Chalk Hill is best known for its Chardonnays and Sauvignon Blancs. Book ahead for an estate tour that will take you behind the scenes of the winemaking process, which includes tastings of the current pours.

Insider Tip: The Chalk Hill Culinary Lunch Tour is a special excursion focusing on the organic garden that supplies the fine cuisine at the estate. After the tour, you can relax with wine tastings and small plates of the same fruits and vegetables you saw moments prior in the garden. Reservations are required.

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor's Napa and Sonoma Travel Guide

mansion to tour near me

Mount Vernon

WHERE: Mount Vernon, VA

In Fairfax County, VA, not far from Alexandria, sits the historic Mount Vernon , built in 1735, where George Washington lived for 45 years. The house’s 21 rooms display intricate details, with almost all design and construction overseen by Washington himself. A variety of tours bring guests through the halls of the mansion and focus on aspects of life in the 1700s, such as dining culture, canine life, and slave labor. The Signature Tour brings guests to private areas of the house, such as the third floor and basement, for an even more in-depth look at the lives of America’s first First Couple.

Insider Tip: For the best view of Mount Vernon, hop on board the sightseeing cruise. The 45-minute narrated boat ride on the Potomac is a great way to admire the majesty of the grounds.

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor’s Washington D.C. Travel Guide

mansion to tour near me

The Breakers

WHERE: Newport, RI

Built in ornate glory by Cornelius Vanderbilt II in 1895, The Breakers is the ultimate summer home. This towering 70-room mansion on 13 acres provides unobstructed panoramic views of the Atlantic. The Great Hall dazzles visitors with its grand red carpet staircase, rare marble moldings, and walls overflowing with Italian art and sculptures. Step through to the library, where a fireplace from the 16th century remains in pristine condition, having been imported from Burgundy. The manor's style is grand and opulent, with manicured gardens and fountains.

Insider Tip: Take a hike on Newport’s Cliff Walk, a 3.5-mile long scenic hike along the Atlantic coast, which offers incredible views of the many summer estates, including a great view of The Breakers.

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor’s Rhode Island Travel Guide

mansion to tour near me

Black Point Estate

WHERE: Lake Geneva, WI

Built in Queen Anne-style in 1888 by Chicago beer baron Conrad Seipp, Black Point Estate sits on Lake Geneva. Originally designed with 13 bedrooms and one bathroom, the house was built as an escape from the city. The property remained in the family for three generations, and in 2005, Seipp’s great-grandson gifted it to the state of Wisconsin for use as a historic site. The home is open for tours from May through October, and visitors still arrive to the grounds by boat, the same way the original visitors did.

Insider Tip: The Wisconsin Historical Society Passport gains entry to the Black Point Estate, along with 11 other historic landmarks throughout the Cheese State.

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor’s Wisconsin Travel Guide

mansion to tour near me

The Inn at Shelburne Farms

WHERE: Shelburne, VT

Make your way through winding roads and you’ll see the mammoth Shelburne Farms  appear magnificently on the horizon. With a panoramic outlook of Lake Champlain, the grand Shelburne Estate, formerly a private estate but now a nonprofit with a mission to educate for a sustainable future, is a model of country living. Built in the 1880s by Dr. William Seward and Lila Vanderbilt Webb as a 3,800-acre farm and residence, Shelburne was once internationally known for hackney horse breeding. Restored in 1987, the estate has been converted to an inn with 24 guest rooms and four guest cottages, along with a public farm-to-table restaurant—and made Fodor’s list of Top 100 Hotels in 2012 .

Insider Tip: Stop by the Shelburne Farms store for their renowned fresh cheddar cheese, maple syrup, cured meats, and farm-made jams.

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor’s Vermont Travel Guide

mansion to tour near me

WHERE: Charlottesville, VA

Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, built a sprawling plantation in 1772 with land he had inherited from his father and called it Monticello . He originally built the estate to grow tobacco, wheat, and other crops at the top of an 850-foot peak in the Southwest Mountains. Designed with Neoclassical influences and maintained in pristine condition, Monticello welcomes visitors to explore the house and gardens, as well as four exhibits examining Jefferson's legacy of liberty and public service. With its facade having once served as the main image on the back of the $2 bill, the house stands as a national treasure.

Insider Tip: Opt for the Monticello Neighborhood Pass so you can gain access to James Monroe’s house in addition to Jefferson’s Monticello.

PLAN YOUR TRIP : Visit Fodor’s Virigina Travel Guide

Moscow Hop On Hop Off | City Sightseeing Moscow Bus Tour at Best Price

  • Buenos Aires
  • Paris Christmas Light
  • Thessaloniki
  • Kuala Lumpur
  • Mexico City
  • Kristiansand
  • Panama City

St. Petersburg

  • Johannesburg
  • Benalmadena
  • Gran Canaria
  • Palma de Mallorca
  • San Sebastian
  • Bournemouth
  • Derry-Londonderry
  • London Christmas Light
  • Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Los Angeles
  • New Orleans
  • Philadelphia
  • San Antonio
  • San Francisco
  • St. Augustine
  • Trolley Tour
  • Washington D.C.
  • Ho Chi Minh
  • USD ($) USD ($) AUD ($) HKD ($) ZAR (R) CNY (¥) NOK (kr) CZK (Kč) GBP (£) CAD ($) AED (د.إ) CHF (₣) ISK (kr) SEK (kr) DKK (kr) EUR (€) SGD ($) INR (₹) NZD ($) MXN ($) THB (฿) MYR (RM)
  • 🛒 0
  • Login / Sign Up

CAPTCHA

Password reset successful. We've sent the new password to your registered email. Please check your email for the confirmation.

Sorry, it looks like this email isn't registered.

No Cancellation Charges  up to 24 hours before the chosen travel date. 100% cancellation fee applied within 24 hours of travel date.

For groups of 12 or more, you may send us an inquiry at [email protected]. Although we do not guarantee bulk deals for all our tours, there are some tours for which we can offer discounted pricing. Ordinary hop-on-hop-off bus tickets are entitled to group savings. Attractions, pass items and combo tickets aren't.

Due the nature of this type of tour and varying demand, group travellers should be aware that there is no guarantee that the group will be able to travel altogether as the available seats vary from stop to stop and depends on demand each day. The group may need to split up and/or wait for the next bus(s).

As, we cannot guarantee that the group shall be able to travel together as one group, therefore we will reduce the group size down to 4-5 smaller groups per ticket (depending upon group size).

City Sightseeing: Moscow Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing: Moscow Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

This Tour Is Not Available Right Now

Click here to explore more activities in moscow.

Lowest Price Guarantee *

Select Date, Travellers and Ticket

  • The Bus Tour offers unlimited 360° panoramic views of main sights of Moscow.
  • Access to audio-guide in 10 different languages which enables to know about Moscow’s history and traditions.
  • The three-bus tour routes and 40+ stops around Moscow completes the trip. Draw an itinerary to explore the city on your own.
  • There can be a boat tour and bus tour to enjoy panoramic views of Moskva River.
  • Smartphone Voucher Accepted. (No need to print)

The City Sightseeing at Moscow begins at Bolotnaya Square with Hop-on-Hop-off bus service. The bus operates on the Red, Green and Orange lines. If you have limited time in Moscow, start your trip on the Redline and get yourself acquainted with the city’s 16 best attractions. The green line, however, covers 26 amazing spots so if you are staying for an extended period catch the green line.

  • Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
  • Alexander Garden
  • GUM State Department Store
  • Sofiyskaya Embankment
  • Cathedral of Christ the Saviour
  • University Square, Vorobyovy Gory Observation Deck
  • Hotel Ukraina Pier
  • Zaryadye Park
  • Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics
  • VDNKh Metro Station
  • Cosmonauts Alley
  • Ostankino Television Tower
  • Red Route: Schedule: 10:00 - 18:00 , Loop: 60 Minutes , Frequency: 15 Minutes
  • Green Route : Schedule: 10:00 - 18:00 , Loop: 120 Minutes , Frequency: 30 Minutes
  • Orange Route : Schedule: 10:00 - 18:30 , Loop: 140 Minutes , Frequency: 30 Minutes
  • 24 / 48-Hours Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket
  • Red Line Audio Guide: Russian, English, German, Spanish, Italian, French, Chinese, Arabic, Portuguese, Farsi
  • Green Line Audio Guide: Russian, English, German, Spanish, Italian, French, Chinese, Arabic
  • Orange Line Audio Guide : Russian English, German, Spanish, Italian, French
  • Guided walking tour
  • Boat Tour (If option selected)
  • Hotel Transfers
  • Entrance Fees (Unless Specified)

Redemption Info

You can board the bus at any stop and voucher can be exchanged directly with the driver. Printed vouchers required for this tour and are accepted at all stops. You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour. Please check your ticket to know when it expires. After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid. In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund. Book Now! You can use your ticket any day within 12 months.

Know Before You Go

Wheelchair Access, Heating Please note that face masks must be worn on board the bus. Orange Route is temporarily suspended   

Operational Details: Walking Tour

  • Daily at 10:45 a.m.
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Meeting point: next to the monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius (Kitay-Gorod metro station)

Capital River Boat Tour

  • May - October: from 11:30am to 6:30pm (Subject to change)
  • Duration: 60 minutes
  • Departure Point: Zaryadye Park Pier

Useful Downloads

Cancellation policy, other cities in russia.

go to top

THE 10 BEST Moscow City Tours

City tours in moscow.

  • Private Tours
  • Walking Tours
  • 5.0 of 5 bubbles
  • 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
  • 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
  • 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
  • 3rd Transport Ring (TTK)
  • District Central (TsAO)
  • Garden Ring
  • Good for Big Groups
  • Good for Couples
  • Budget-friendly
  • Good for Kids
  • Good for a Rainy Day
  • Good for Adrenaline Seekers
  • Hidden Gems
  • Honeymoon spot
  • Adventurous
  • Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, photos, and popularity.

mansion to tour near me

1. Moscow Private Tours

aarthik2023

2. Moscow through the Eyes of an Engineer

elenav527

3. Moscow Free Tour

Y1815NP_

4. Bridge to Moscow

Charito1967

5. Spanish Guide Moscow - Day Tours

JLAndrade7

6. Go Russia Travel Company

DollyBirdScotland

7. Privilege Tour

digger2020

8. Moscow Navigator

mariasS7883CQ

9. Put-in Tours

estebandepraga

10. Walks With Folks

nagelmichael336

11. Moskovskiye Gulyaki

mansion to tour near me

12. Moscow Bike Tours

pelalentedalu

13. Happy Moscow Tours

297sk

14. Tour of Moscow - Day Tours

andreimQ1499VR

15. Kremlin Tour

DougCalifornia

16. IdeaGuide - Your Personal Guide in Moscow

roma894

17. Tsar Visit

charrie0703

18. Excursions in Russia

vadzimu2019

19. VikiTours

sonys617

20. Moscow Greeter

Fuzhe

21. MoscowMe

serapd272

22. Gulyayem po Moskve

mansion to tour near me

23. Tour Gratis Moscu

886karlanj

24. Tour-Moscow

K103NRchristianc

25. Gorodskoi Voyazh

Journey795352

26. Rusiatourmoscu

400cananb

27. Moscow 360

A_Ash86

28. Express to Russia

725robp

29. Russia With Love

T4knee

30. Angel Taxi - Day Tour

ElenaOui

What travelers are saying

Sherpa693618

  • Put-in Tours
  • Spanish Guide Moscow - Day Tours
  • Walks With Folks
  • Happy Moscow Tours
  • Moscow Bike Tours
  • IdeaGuide - Your Personal Guide in Moscow
  • Moscow Private Tours
  • Tour Gratis Moscu
  • Moscow Free Tour
  • YourLocalGuide Moscow
  • Moscow Navigator
  • Moscow through the Eyes of an Engineer
  • Angel Taxi - Day Tour
  • Your Moscow Guide & Driver
  • Excursions in Russia
  • Vadim Pavlov Guide and Driver in Moscow

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser .

Russian Tours and Cruises from Express to Russia

  • Moscow Travel and City Excursions

Our 20 Best Moscow Day Tours of 2022

See all that Moscow has to offer by choosing one or more of our incredible Moscow day tours. Visit Red Square , St. Basil’s , the Kremlin or perhaps a vodka museum and the fantastic Moscow metro system , we have it all. Our expert, informative and fun guides will help you get to know Europe’s largest city. Please click on the day tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our Moscow tours using the form at the side of the page.  You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.

City Tour of Moscow

Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous Bolshoi Theatre, and the former KGB headquarters...

  • Schedule Daily 09:00 - 20:00
  • Languages English-speaking guide is guaranteed. Other languages are on request.
  • Walking tours Transportation is not included
  • PRIVATE TOUR This is a private tour, there won't be other people in your group

City Tour with Visit to St. Basils & Red Sq. with transport

Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will escort you on a route that includes Vorobyevi...

  • Schedule Daily 09:00 - 18:00
  • Tours by car Transportation by private car/minivan is included

Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious life of different Jewish families, as well...

  • Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday 11:00 - 20:00 Friday 10:00 - 14:00 Saturday not available

Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened to two and a half times its original size,...

KGB Tour with transport

This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to the victims of the repression. You will then...

Old Arbat walking tour

You will be told of the street’s interesting history and view the street’s artisan culture. You will also have the opportunity to view and purchase souvenirs from the street’s many craftsmen....

Kremlin, Red Square and Cathedrals Tour

The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city’s former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury and the workplace of the Russian President....

  • Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Thursday not available

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Diamond Fund Tour

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and 19th century including works by Rublyov, Karavak,...

  • Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10:00 - 20:00

Novodevichy Convent Tour with transport

Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure served as a convent for women of noble birth...

  • Schedule Daily 09:00 - 17:00

Moscow Metro walking tour

The Moscow Metro is one of the largest and most grandly built metro systems in the world. It was meant to be a showcase of the Soviet Union’s achievements for both the Russians themselves and for visitors from abroad....

  • Schedule Daily 10:00 - 17:00

Kolomenskoye Tour with transport

The history of Kolomenskoye stretches back for centuries. In 1380, Dmitri Donskoi’s army passed through Kolomenskoye on their way to the Kulikovo battlefield, and it was here that Donskoi celebrated his victory over...

  • Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Saturday 11:00 - 18:00

Tour to Sergiev Posad with transport

Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, Sergiev Posad is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra) was built in the first half of the 1340s by...

Tour to Tsaritsyno with transport

The Tsaritsyno Estate is located in the southern part of Moscow. The estate was constructed for Catherine the Great by the Russian architects Bazhenov and Kazakov in a romantic gothic style. The complex includes a landscape...

  • Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11:00 - 17:00 Saturday 11:00 - 19:00 Sunday 11:00 - 18:00

Tour to Kuskovo with transport

The Kuskovo Estate often called the Moscow Versailles due to its perfectly preserved French park, is an example of an 18th century, luxurious Moscow summer residence. Its history dates back to 1715, when the village of Kuskovo...

  • Schedule Monday, Tuesday not available Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10:00 - 18:00

Moscow Metro and Old Arbat Tour

Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone centuries. You will get to know the story...

  • Schedule Daily 10:00 - 19:00

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion and vodka tasting)

Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy and his family including books and personal...

  • Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Thursday 12:00 - 19:00

Mikhail Bulgakov Apartment Museum

This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's collection includes more than three thousand...

  • Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12:00 - 19:00 Thursday 14:00 - 21:00

Express to Russia specializes in Moscow city excursions, an essential part of your Moscow travel itinerary. We offer a large variety of day excursions throughout Moscow and its suburbs. From  Red Square  and the  Kremlin  to a city tour of Moscow’s  Old Arbat Street  or the  Moscow metro , an excursion specializing in Stalin and the KGB and much more. No travel to Moscow is complete without taking a few of our day tours that most meet your interest in Russia.

Moscow City Tours

Our Moscow day excursions can be organized on foot or with transport. All of our excursions are led by an experienced guide, specializing in the subject matter of the tour. Excursions are privately run and can be booked for 1 traveler all the way up to large groups of travelers. We run our Moscow city tours in every season. This is because travel to Moscow is excellent in any season. In the summer take a stroll through  Gorky Park  or take a riverboat tour along the Moskva River. In the winter, see Moscow’s winter wonderland of ice and snow and then settle in for a cozy lunch or dinner with a hot bowl of borsht. In winter, spring and fall, you can beat the crowds at all of Moscow’s main attractions and museums. Regardless of when you come, Express to Russia will make sure that your trip is one of your best vacations ever.

Our travel brands include

russianrail.com

Express to Russia

Join us on Facebook

We invite you to become a fan of our company on Facebook and read Russian news and travel stories. To become a fan, click here .

Join our own Russian Travel, Culture and Literature Club on Facebook. The club was created to be a place for everyone with an interest in Russia to get to know each other and share experiences, stories, pictures and advice. To join our club, please follow this link .

We use cookies to improve your experience on our Website, and to facilitate providing you with services available through our Website. To opt out of non-essential cookies, please click here . By continuing to use our Website, you accept our use of cookies, the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service . I agree

My Moscow Pass Logo

Moscow Attraction Tickets

Why to visit moscow.

Moscow is the capital of Russia and a majestic city that will surprise, seduce and shock you at every turn. It is renowned for its fairly-tale structures, stunning architectural splendors, and enormous expanses of wilderness. It has homegrown museums where you can retrace Russia's magnificent literary heritage. Moscow is also home to the best cultural institutions in the world that celebrate Russia's fine arts. The city is renowned for its performing arts, and you can watch a ballet, opera, or circus performance at one of Moscow's theaters. You can see sculptures of celebrities everywhere along the streets, showing a sense of pride in the Russians.The city is soaked in history, and walking around the streets is like teleporting from one century to the next. Don't forget to visit scenic parks like Sokolniki, Gorky, and Kolomenskoe that turn into popular festival spots in the summer and ice skating rinks in the winter. The city features an impressive variety of clubs, shopping avenues, and bars and has many vibrant boulevards and districts where you can feel the pulsating energy of the city. So buy the Moscow attractions tickets now to soak into the magnificent heritage and culture of the city.

Top Moscow Attractions Tickets

Purchase the Moscow City Pass and get access to some of the most iconic attractions like the Bolshoi Theatre, All-Russian Exhibition Center, Red Square, Moscow Zoo, and Kremlin. These attractions are an ode to the city's rich history and culture and reflect all strands of Russia's convoluted past.

You can start your trip by visiting Bolshoi Theatre, a historic theatre where you can enjoy the world-class ballet and opera performances. Appreciate the breathtaking architecture of St. Basil's Cathedral and trace Russia's most defining political and historical events by heading to the Kremlin. Moscow City Pass also gives you access to Moscow Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in the world with more than eight thousand animals and birds. Watch the army parades at Red Square and see the specialized exhibitions dedicated to furs, food, jewelry, cats, and dogs at the All-Russian Exhibition Center.

St. Basil's Cathedral

Moscow Museum tickets

With the Moscow Pass, you can visit some of the most iconic museums, like the Central House Museum of Aviation and Space, State Historical Museum, and Museum of Cosmonautics, at discounted rates. These museums will remind you of Russia's glorious past and rich heritage.

You can visit the Museum of Cosmonautics to learn about the nation's achievements in space exploration and head to the Central House Museum of Aviation and Space to see more than thirty-six thousand space-related exhibits. Learn about the life of Mikhail Bulgakov at Museum Theatre "Bulgakov House" and see relics of prehistoric tribes at the State Historical Museum. You can also visit Lenin's Mausoleum at Red Square, a mausoleum that serves as the final resting place of Vladimir Lenin. Moscow Pass also gives you access to Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts, the largest museum of European art known for its world-class exhibitions. You can also visit Moscow State Integrated Museum-Reserve, Russia's largest museum-reserve with two historical and cultural territories.

Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts

Moscow Day Trips

Reveal the hidden treasures of Moscow and get acquainted with the city's highlights by opting for day trips. Some of the day trip options include Moscow Walking Tour, a one-day tour, and hop on hop off tour.

Learn about Moscow's vibrant hipster culture and marvel at the breathtaking attractions by undertaking the Moscow Walking Tour. Walk through the picturesque lanes of St. John's Hill or the terrifying neighborhood of Khitrovka and listen to interesting narrations from your guide. You can also opt for a hop on hop off tour and explore the beautiful city on a double-decker bus. Another interesting option is the one-day tour in Moscow that gives you a chance to explore the historic locations of the city, like St. Basil's Cathedral, Alexander Garden, and Red Square, at your own pace.

Moscow Walking Tour

Plan Your Visit to Moscow

How To Reach

By Air : Moscow Domodedovo Airport is the main airport of the city that serves different destinations around the world. The major carriers include S7 Airlines, Red Wings Airlines, Smartavia, and Ural Airlines.

By Train: The city has nine rail terminals that handle traffic from different parts of Europe and Asia. An electric railway network connects the city with various suburbs and surrounding cities.

Best Time to Visit

May and September is the best time to visit Moscow as, during these months, the temperature starts soaring, snow starts melting, and flowers start blooming. Due to the pleasant weather, you can also indulge in various outdoor activities during this time of the year.

Getting Around

Metro : The Metro system has twelve lines, and more than one hundred and fifty stations are marked with 'M' signs. Metro runs every two to three minutes, so you won't have to wait for a long time to find a train.

Tram : The tram network is divided into three sub-networks, and it covers a total route length of around one hundred and ten mile spread. Trams also connect metro lines and provide a scenic way to tour the city.

Best Areas to Stay

Tverskoy : Tverskoy is renowned for its nightlife and has tons of bars and nightclubs. It offers good connectivity with the city as it has eight metro stations and various bus stops. You can also find budget-friend and premium accommodation options here.

Basmanny : Basmanny is the northwest portion of Moscow dotted with a wide variety of museums and art galleries. It is home to artsy venues and five-star accommodations and hotels.

Arbat : It is a trendy neighborhood with top-notch restaurants, cloth shops, hotels, and cathedrals. Whether you want a cheap or a five-star stay, this area will cater to all your needs.

Visitor's Tips

Moscow has terrible traffic, so getting around by car is not a good idea. The metro is one of the best options to get around the city.

Carry your passport with you whenever you're going out. You'll need a passport to buy train tickets, a sim card, and even theatre tickets.

Apply for a visa three months before the tour so that you can be free from any prospective hassles.

Some of the dishes that you must try in Moscow include cake pushkin, borscht, and lepyoshka.

Do not exchange a large amount of money at the airport, as the exchange rates are much higher.

Buy the Moscow City Pass to explore the popular attractions at a budget-friendly rate.

 Other Essential Info

Weather : Moscow experiences a continental climate with cold and chilly winters and hot summers. During summer months, the temperature hovers around 23 degrees Celsius, while in winter, there is plenty of snow, and the temperature is often lower than -10 degrees Celsius.

Language : Russian is the official language of Moscow. English is the second most widely spoken language by the people.

Time Zone : Moscow follows MSK- Moscow Standard Time zone.

Budget : You will spend around ₽4,642 ($77) on your vacation in Moscow daily. On average, you'll spend around ₽1,052 ($17) on meals and ₽453 ($7.51) on transportation daily. The average accommodation rate in the city for a couple is around ₽5,864 ($97). So, a vacation to Moscow for one week for two people will cost around ₽64,987 ($1,078).

Currency : The currency of Moscow is the Ruble.

Visa : If you're a citizen of the EU, Asia, Japan, the USA, or Africa, you'll need to get a visa to enter Moscow. Citizens of Qatar, Israel, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Laos don't need a visa to enter Moscow.

What are the best attractions to see in Moscow?

Saint Basil's Cathedral

Skip the line and get direct entry to Saint Basil's Cathedral with Moscow Pass. Saint Basil's Cathedral is a symbol of Russia, and it houses nine different chapels connected by a winding labyrinth of stairways and corridors. There is a beautiful garden outside the cathedral with bronze monuments.

Red Square is a beautiful square that houses breathtaking attractions like the Kremlin, Lenin's Mausoleum, and St. Basil's Cathedral. It hosts rock concerts, public ceremonies, and Soviet military parades.

With the Moscow attractions tickets, you can get access to the Kremlin, a fortified complex that houses four cathedrals and five palaces. The Kremlin also serves as the residence of the president of Russia.

How many days should I spend in Moscow?

You should spend a minimum of two days in Moscow. On the first day, you can explore iconic attractions like the All-Russian Exhibition Center, Red Square, Moscow Zoo, and the Kremlin. Reserve your second day for the Moscow walking tour and shopping.

What is the best time to visit Moscow?

May and September is the best time to visit Moscow as, during these months, the snow starts to melt and the temperature starts soaring. Many events and festivals are also organized during this time of the year.

How can I get cheap Moscow attraction tickets?

You can buy Moscow Pass to explore the famous attractions at discounted rates.

What is the best way to book Moscow museum tickets?

You can book Moscow museum tickets from trustworthy and reputed online travel sites. Moscow attractions tickets are also the best way to visit the popular museums at reduced rates.

website-logo

© 2022 mymoscowpass.com All rights reserved.

  • Search Search Please fill out this field.
  • Martha's Blog
  • Sweepstakes

The Grandest Historic Mansions to Visit Across the United States

Roxanna is a freelance writer for MarthaStewart.com.

mansion to tour near me

All open to the public, you can tour the interior of these luxury establishments to admire their size and number of rooms. From state to state, these are as beautiful as they are significant in U.S. history.

Time travel may not be possible, but we can experience the next best thing by visiting historic mansions. These living museums preserve history by keeping the way of life from the era in which the former residents lived on display.

Simple curiosity is the main reason for the popularity of historic house tours. It's human nature to be curious, even nosy, about the people who live beyond those wrought iron gates, those tall white pillars, that mass of fragrant wisteria. House tours provide a healthy—and legal—outlet for our inquisitiveness while benefiting the organizations that work to keep history alive. Kitty Robinson of the Historic Charleston Foundation explains, "I think people love to see what other families have done with these historic homes to make them livable. Toddlers really do live in eighteenth century living rooms." Tours also offer rare opportunities for amateur and professional collectors , gardeners, designers, and history buffs to see what might not be found in books, magazines, or museums. "People go for inspiration," says Sandra Soule, the editor of America's Wonderful Little Hotels and Inns guidebook series.

Many of these properties had to temporarily close their doors to the public at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that some of the restrictions have eased and states are reopening to tourists, historic mansions have also begun allowing the public to visit their sites again. And these house tours can be found all over the country this summer, from Providence, Rhode Island, to Pasadena, California. Cicero once asked, "What is more agreeable than one's home?" For a vacation, maybe someone else's.

Oheka Castle in Huntington, New York

This historic mansion is also a luxury hotel, which means you enjoy a royal European experience right in New York. Oheka Castle was built in 1919 as a summer home for Otto Hermann Kahn.

Mark Twain House in Hartford, Connecticut

See where Mark Twain lived. The house is open for tours on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays but tickets should be purchased in advance. If you're not ready to travel just yet, know that it's also possible to go on a virtual tour.

George Washington's Mount Vernon in Mount Vernon, Virginia

George Washington lived in this home that was 10 times the size of most other homes in West Virginia. Currently, only the first floor is open again for tours and tickets need to be purchased ahead of time.

Fairlawn Mansion in Superior, Wisconsin

Tours are limited to 12 people per tour, but if you're able to get inside, the Fairlawn Mansion is worth a visit. A gorgeous Victorian house that was first occupied by private residents from 1890 to 1920, the property went on to become a Children's Home for 42 years. Today, it's the perfect place to learn about this region's history.

The Ringling Mansion in Sarasota, Florida

Behold the home of the famous circus leader: the mansion called Ca' d'Zan . Once the winter home of circus impresario John Ringling (the name means "John's House" in Venetian dialect), this 1920s Venetian-Gothic-style villa was the romantically crumbling backdrop for the 1998 film Great Expectations . Today, fully restored, it's a museum and a scene-stealing home, where you can stand on the bay-front terrace.

Highlands Ranch Mansion in Highlands Ranch, Colorado

See a working ranch with history in action at the Highlands Ranch Mansion . Featuring historic barns, ranch houses and more on the property, it's like walking into a Weatern fairy tale.

Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright in Mill Run, Pennsylvania

Built in 1935 by Frank Lloyd Wright, Fallingwater served as a weekend home for the couple that owned Kaufmann's Department Store. The architecture is beautiful and a sight to behold.

Bingham-Hanna Mansion and the Hay-McKinney Mansion in Cleveland, Ohio

These two mansions are part of the Cleveland History Center and are works of art. Artifacts from the early 1900s, when the homes were built, give visitors a glimpse into the past.

Prospect Place in Trinway, Ohio

This historic mansion was a stop along the Underground Railroad. George Adams lived there with his wife, and abolitionists would meet in his parlor.

Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina

In addition to a gorgeous mansion, the Biltmore Estate features 8,000 acres of gardens and grounds. George Vanderbilt's former home, the property has a whopping 250 rooms and was completed in 1895.

The Breakers in Newport, Rhode Island

The Italian Renaissance–style villa was the summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II and his family and the grandest of the Gilded Age summer homes in Newport. Designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt to replace an existing wood structure, the 70-room, four-story home was decorated by Ogden Codman, Jr. and completed in 1895. Today, the Breakers is owned by the Preservation Society of Newport County, which offers access to a number of historic homes in the area, including another Hunt design, Marble House, which was built for Vanderbilt's brother.

The Mount in Lenox, Massachusetts

Author Edith Wharton took inspiration from Belton House in England, as well as French and Italian influences, when designing the house and grounds at the Mount , which was built with architects Ogden Codman, Jr., her coauthor of the book The Decoration of Houses, and Francis L.V. Hoppin. Wharton lived and worked there for 10 years before she and her husband, Teddy, sold the property in 1911. The Mount was declared a National Historic landmark in 1971 and is now a cultural center dedicated to Wharton's life and work.

Bayou Bend Collection and Garden in Houston, Texas

Philanthropist Ima Hogg and her brothers built the mansion in the River Oaks area of Houston between 1927 and 1928. Texas architect John F. Staub designed the house, taking inspiration from 18th-century Georgian and Spanish Creole architecture. The home's 14 acres of gardens mix formal landscape design with natural woodlands. Hogg donated the property to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and it is now a house museum showcasing American paintings and decorative arts.

Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee

They didn't call him "The King" for nothing. More than 40 years after his death, both fans and those curious about this pop culture phenom are still flocking to Elvis Presley's Graceland home. Yes, the Jungle Room always draws a crowd, but there's more to what is now deemed Elvis Presley's Memphis at Graceland than his former living quarters. After touring the Graceland mansion, guests can also visit several adjacent museums, including those housing celebrity memorabilia from his career, favorite automobiles he owned and even his private jets named the "Lisa Marie" and "Hound Dog II." Guest quarters are also a part of the complex for those wanting an overnight experience.

Vizcaya in Miami, Florida

Built between 1914 and 1922, Vizcaya was the winter residence of industrial executive James Deering. The Miami home boasts a design meant to look like a time-worn Italianate villa complete with grottos and bridges. The surrounding gardens are based on Italian and French examples incorporating flora suited for a subtropical setting. Unlike many other historic mansions converted to museums, Vizcaya still has most of its original decor. Visitors enjoy perusing 34 decorated rooms showcasing more than 2,500 art objects collected by Deering, and furnishings that have been in the home for more than 100 years.

mansion to tour near me

Best things to see and do in Moscow

Moscow is the capital of Russia and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. It’s rich and complex history is a constant reminder of its strategic position between Europe and Asia and makes it one of the cities you should visit once in your life. In terms of the many iconic landmarks, the delicious cuisine, and the characteristic, colorful architecture it has, Moscow is full of surprises for first-timers and seasoned travelers. Apart from the main attractions, it has like the Kremlin or Red Square, Moscow has many hidden gems for you to discover on your free walking tour with your local guide. 

On any of the free guided tours we offer in Moscow , you will be able to find a selection of many tours which are available in different languages and at different times of day, like the morning, afternoon, and evening. Since Moscow is such a large metropolis, getting your bearings by doing a guruwalk with a local guide who will show you all Moscow’s hidden gems is a great idea. This way you get to learn as much as possible about the local culture and way of life. A trip to Moscow wouldn't be complete without visiting iconic places like St Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin’s Mausoleum, the Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts, or the State Historical Museum, before getting some fresh air at Gorky Park, the medieval church of Kolomenskoye, or shopping at Izmailovsky Market. Don’t miss visiting the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the Bolshoi Theater, or checking out the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve. 

Many travelers have left their r eviews and opinions about the local guides , gurus, and the routes they walked. If you have any questions about the routes or what is included in the tour, check out their opinions. 

Free walking tour near Moscow

Others cities to visit after moscow, where are you traveling to.

Plan Your Visit

Tours & tickets, frequently asked questions, directions & parking, accessibility.

Explore Lyndhurst, a majestic estate on the banks of the magnificent Hudson River, where every visitor can experience firsthand an American icon of architecture and landscape. Located in the Lower Hudson Valley, Lyndhurst’s proximity to New York City makes it an easily accessible day trip by train or car. Whether you are a first-time visitor or returning guest there is always something new to discover.

Lyndhurst Mansion can be experienced through multiple guided tour options.  Perfect for first-time guests, our one-hour Classic Mansion tour explores Lyndhurst’s sumptuously decorated first and second floors and includes entry to occasional special exhibitions. The Upstairs/Downstairs tour visits unique mansion spaces such as the observation tower, kitchen, laundry building, and servant spaces.  Landscape tour options highlight our restored lower landscape ,  with fountains, views of the Hudson River, and entry to the c.1894 Bowling Alley. Occasionally specialty tours visit the Rose Garden, Greenhouse Frame, and the c. 1911 Swimming Pool building. No large bags, backpacks, or strollers allowed in the mansion.

If you prefer to spend the day outdoors and stroll through the beautiful grounds, a Daily Grounds Pass will allow you to explore the Lyndhurst property on your own.

mansion to tour near me

¡Hay visitas en español disponibles! Comuníquese con nosotros a  [email protected]  para preguntar sobre las opciones.

mansion to tour near me

Explore our Tour Options

Explore the Grounds

Spend a day outdoors exploring the 67-acres of magnificent grounds at Lyndhurst. Discover the restored Civil War-era pathways, sit on one of three viewing platforms perched on rock outcroppings, and enjoy unparalleled views of the widest point of the Hudson River. There are also fountains, specialty gardens, and numerous outbuildings.

Lyndhurst’s grounds are open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (last entry at 3:30 PM) April through December. A Daily Grounds Pass is required for entry by vehicle. We require purchasing a Daily Grounds Pass in advance as quantities are limited each day, and there are no on-site sales. Walkers may enter Lyndhurst via the Old Croton Aqueduct State Park trail or the Westchester RiverWalk. Restrooms are available seven days a week from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Bowling Alley (seasonally May through November. Restrooms are also available at the Welcome Center on days that we are open for tours. At the Welcome Center, you will also find the museum gift shop. Please use this PDF map provided for site orientation .

Download Site Map

Lyndhurst visitors assume their own risk while on property. Please note our posted guidelines and restrictions, which are designed to keep our visitors and property safe.

  • Dogs are welcome on leashes only. Please clean up after them!
  • Lyndhurst is a smoke/vape-free property .
  • Please park in designated areas only.
  • Drones are prohibited on the property.
  • Special Event Photography (engagement, graduation, wedding, baby, family, etc.) is not allowed anywhere on the grounds.
  • Carry-in/carry-out picnicking is allowed. No BBQ grills or open flames are allowed on the grounds.
  • Please no alcohol.
  • Skateboarding and rollerblading are prohibited.
  • Bicycles must stay on paved or gravel roads and should not ride across the lawns or on the restored pathways.
  • Please support Lyndhurst’s conservation efforts by refraining from climbing our historic trees, inside or on our fountains, or on any of our landscape structures.
  • The site may be closed during inclement weather or due to private events; please check the website before arriving to confirm daily admission information.

Purchase Your Grounds Pass

Museum Shop

The Museum Shop is located at the Welcome Center, in the former Carriage House building. Originally used as a tack room for saddles, harnesses, and other horse equipment, this space has been transformed into a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. Open the same hours as guided tours, the Shop offers a variety of items unique to Lyndhurst, including seasonal items, local merchandise, decorative apparel, jewelry, and accessories, as well as a strong selection of local history books.

Photography

Personal, casual, non-flash photography is permitted inside the mansion during tours at your guide’s discretion. Due to capacity limitations, interior photography may not be allowed during October and December. Photography is not permitted inside the mansion during special events or theater performances. Video, filming, selfies, tripods, or other external equipment is not permitted in the mansion at any time. All special event photography, including wedding and engagement, is prohibited. The use of aerial vehicles or drones while on Lyndhurst property is prohibited.

Upon entering the property, you grant to Lyndhurst and its employees, agents and assigns the right to photograph you and your dependent(s) for use in Lyndhurst print, electronic, digital media, and publications.

Back to Top

Lyndhurst is open seasonally from April through December, seven days a week from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (last entry at 3:30 pm) for grounds visitation. For those not taking a tour, Daily Grounds Passes are available seven days per week and must be purchased, online in advance, to access the property by car.

Tours are offered seasonally from April through December, please check our events calendar for tour times and tickets. The mansion is closed for the first three weeks in November in order to prepare for seasonal tours and events. Lyndhurst is also closed on the following major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.

Lyndhurst is closed entirely, January through March, except for special theater events.

Always check our events calendar to see what is happening!

Tours & Tickets

Lyndhurst Mansion is accessible by ticketed entry only. Our Classic Mansion Tours are perfect for first-time visitors who cover the house’s history and visit the main two floors. If you’d like to see it all, you can take our Upstairs/Downstairs tour, which covers the main two floors, tower, and service spaces. If you’d like to explore the Mansion and the Bowling Alley, you can take our Inside/Outside Tour .

Our landscape tour for this season is the expanded Lyndhurst Ramble ! Usually only offered in October, it is now offered this spring and early summer to take advantage of the popularity of hearing about the evolution of our grounds and the auxiliary buildings.

Please visit our  EVENTS CALENDAR to help plan your visit!

Pre-arranged group and private tours are also offered throughout the season.

We offer tours in Spanish! Please reach out to us to set up a tour!

¡Hay visitas en español disponibles! Comuníquese con nosotros a [email protected] para preguntar sobre las opciones.

Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended, tours do sell out. Guests without tickets may be accommodated depending on availability. To purchase tickets by phone, call 1(888)718-4253  and choose option 1.

Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

You can find our current tour and ticket offerings on our events page:

Current Tours and Ticketing

Please visit our EVENTS CALENDAR to help plan your visit!

When is Lyndhurst open?

Lyndhurst is open seasonally from April through December. The property is open seven days a week from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm for grounds visitation during our open season.

Are pets allowed? What about service animals?

Yes, leashed pets are welcome on Lyndhurst’s grounds; please pick-up waste. Service animals are allowed inside public buildings as defined by ADA; dogs individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.

Does Lyndhurst offer Tours in other languages?

At this time Lyndhurst has tour options in Spanish. Please reach out to us to set up a tour!

Is picnicking allowed? Can I bring outside food and drink?

Yes, and yes! Please carry out what you carry in. Please do not use any open flame or barbeque while visiting. Alcohol is not permitted on the property.

Can I take photos?

Casual outdoor photography is allowed. Drones are strictly prohibited. Indoor non-professional photography is allowed at your tour guide’s discretion. Special Event photography (engagement, wedding, graduation, family, etc.) is not allowed.

Is Lyndhurst an appropriate place for children?

Lyndhurst is absolutely enjoyable for all ages! Those visiting the grounds will find plenty of space for outdoor family time. If you are interested in attending our events or taking a tour, please read the individual event pages for recommended ages. Please contact us in advance if you have any questions about programs suitable for children.

Are vehicles allowed on the property? Where can I park?

Those arriving by vehicle must pre-purchase either a Daily Grounds Pass or one of our guided tour tickets. On-site parking is available in designated parking areas only. Please do not park along our driveways, on the lawns, under our historic trees, and in non-designated parking areas. Please do not park on the street adjacent to the property. Please do not park on the Old Croton Aqueduct State Park trail. ADA accessible parking is available at our Welcome Center Parking lot and next to our ADA accessible path to the rockeries.

Download a site map here to familiarize yourself with our various parking areas:

Where are the local accommodations and dining?

There are many accommodations and restaurants located in Tarrytown and Irvington, please check out the Visit Sleepy Hollow website below for a comprehensive list of local businesses.

Visit Sleepy Hollow

Does Lyndhurst host private events/weddings?

Yes, please visit our wedding page to contact Great Performances!

Weddings at Lyndhurst

What can I bring in the mansion with me?

No large bags, backpacks, or strollers are allowed in the mansion.

Parking is available in designated parking areas on the property. Please do not park along the driveways, pull off onto lawns, or park in front of the mansion. There is NO additional charge for parking to pre-paid tour or event ticket holders. Ticket holders will be required to show their tickets at the Lyndhurst entry booth to avoid making any additional payment upon entry.

For those who only wish to explore our 67-acre estate and not take a tour, please purchase a Daily Grounds Pass. The Daily Grounds Pass fee can be credited towards guided tour tickets, when available, which can be purchased at the Lyndhurst Welcome Center.

Please note, that there is no available off-site parking in the residential neighborhoods near Lyndhurst. Please do not park on side streets and walk into the grounds.

Lyndhurst is located at 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591, one-half mile south of the Mario Cuomo Bridge on Route 9. Lyndhurst is approximately 24 miles north of Midtown Manhattan. All tours begin at the Welcome Center.

Get Directions from Google Maps

Step-By-Step Directions

Taxi and other ride services Please notify your Taxi, Lyft, or Uber driver to drop you off at the Welcome Center within the Lyndhurst property. The Welcome Center is located a half-mile from the main entrance. Please note taxi service during busy summer and fall seasons may be limited. If you are relying on a car service for drop-off and pick-up, consider scheduling in advance, as availability may be limited.

From Westbound 287 (from Eastern Westchester/Connecticut) : Take 287 west/87 North to the last exit before the Tappan Zee Bridge, exit 9 off of the NY State Thruway, marked Route 9 Tarrytown. Take a left onto 119 at the first stoplight and a left (south) onto Route 9 at the second stoplight. The Lyndhurst gates are ½ mile on the right-hand (river) side of the road.

From Eastbound 287 (from Rockland/New Jersey): Take 287 east across the Tappan Zee Bridge. Immediately after the toll booth, take the first exit, Exit 9. Turn left (south) onto Route 9 and proceed ½ mile to the Lyndhurst gates on the right-hand (river) side of the road.

From New York City’s East Side: Drive north on the East River Drive, across the Willis Avenue Bridge onto the Major Deegan Expressway North. Follow the Deegan to the NY State Thruway (I-87) to Westbound 287 (Tappan Zee Bridge). Follow westbound 287 directions above.

From New York City’s West Side: Drive North on the West Side Highway to the Henry Hudson north to the Saw Mill Parkway north to the NY State Thruway (I-87) North to 287 West (Tappan Zee Bridge). Follow westbound 287 directions above.

From Connecticut: Take either I-95, I-684, or the Merritt Parkway south to 287 West (to the Tappan Zee Bridge). Follow westbound 287 directions above.

From Long Island: Take either: The Whitestone or Throgs Neck Bridge to the New England Thruway (I-95). Take Exit 21 onto 287 west (to the Tappan Zee Bridge). Follow westbound 287 directions above. –OR– The Triboro Bridge to the Major Deegan north and the NY State Thruway (I-87) to 287 West (to the Tappan Zee Bridge). Follow westbound 287 directions above.

From Grand Central Terminal in New York City: Take the Metro-North – Hudson Line north to Tarrytown. Taxis are available at the train station. Please notify your Taxi, Lyft, or Uber driver to drop you off at the Welcome Center within the Lyndhurst property. The Welcome Center is a half-mile from the main entrance.

Lyndhurst offers some accessible options for visitors, particularly in its landscape. An ADA-accessible pathway with an adjacent parking area can be visited in our lower landscape, offering majestic views of the Hudson River. Our Classic Mansion tour visits two floors of the mansion. The mansion’s ground floor is fully accessible, with an alternative experience to view rooms on the second floor of the mansion. ADA bathrooms are available at our Welcome Center and in the Bowling Alley.

Certain tours and programs are not recommended for all audiences, particularly those that require climbing multiple flights of stairs or traversing uneven terrain. The Upstairs/Downstairs and Landscape Tours are physically demanding and are not recommended for individuals with limited mobility or small children.

mansion to tour near me

Explore Lyndhurst’s 67-acre Estate

Purchase a Daily Grounds Pass to explore Lyndhurst’s majestic Hudson River setting at your own pace.

Home

  • Plan Your Visit

Mansion Tours

Marjorie Post purchased Hillwood with the intent to leave it as a museum that would inspire and educate the public. Guided mansion tours led by our trained volunteer docents treat visitors to additional information and viewpoints about Post, her rich collections, and how they are experienced today very much as they were in Post’s time.

Mansion Tours Mansion tours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to docent availability. 

Tours are scheduled for 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, with an additional tour at 3:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Each tour is approximately one hour long. Please inquire at the visitor center regarding tour availability the day of your visit.

Mansion tours are included in the suggested donation and can be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis in the visitor center upon opening each day.

Looking to explore on your own? Download Hillwood's dynamic  mobile audio tour  to make the most of exploring the mansion.  We ask that you please bring headphones as playing the tour aloud in the mansion is discouraged.

mansion to tour near me

Moscow Tours & Travel Packages 2024/2025

Our 60 most popular moscow trips. compare tour itineraries from 45 tour companies. 308 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating., popular moscow tours.

St Petersburg & Moscow in Style - Winter

St Petersburg & Moscow in Style - Winter

  • Explore the majestic St Petersburg & Moscow on private city tours
  • Admire the rich Russian history, art and architecture
  • Travel to Moscow on a highspeed train
  • Enjoy the local cuisine in stylish restaurants

Lower Volga Voyage

Lower Volga Voyage

  • Visit magnificent Red Square and Kremlin and examine the collection at theKremlin’s State Armory.
  • Experience Russia’s diverse musical traditions at lively folk music performances
  • Explore Volgograd, the site of the decisive battle of World War II’s eastern front

Volga Dream Russian River Cruise

Volga Dream Russian River Cruise

St Petersburg & Moscow in Style - Summer

St Petersburg & Moscow in Style - Summer

White Russian - 7 days

White Russian - 7 days

  • Discover Moscow's UNESCO-listed Red Square, home to spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum and the historic GUM Department store
  • Explore the grounds of Moscow's mighty Kremlin, with its numerous governmentbuildings, gold-domed cathedrals and the giant tsar bell
  • Celebrate New Year's Eve in Moscow!
  • Take in the highlights of St Petersburg including a guided tour of the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Cathedral
  • Take a guided tour of the remarkable Hermitage Museum at the Winter Palace

Vodka Shot - 6 days

Vodka Shot - 6 days

  • Explore the beautiful city of St Petersburg, including the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Nevsky Prospekt
  • Marvel at the dazzling array of art and exhibits in the world-famous Hermitage Museum, at the Winter Palace in St Petersburg
  • Discover a lavish residence of the tsars on a day trip to Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo (winter: mid-October to April) or Peterhof Palace and gardens (summer: May to mid-October)
  • Take in the highlights of the capital on a walking tour, visiting Moscow's famous Red Square, home to the historic GUM Department Store, Lenin’s Mausoleum and spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral
  • Take a guided tour of the Moscow Kremlin, Russia’s political power house. Stroll around the grounds of this fortified complex, visit the Kremlin's cathedrals and see the mighty Tsar Bell

Route of the Romanovs - 10 days

Route of the Romanovs - 10 days

  • Learn about the last days of the Romanovs in Yekaterinburg, visiting the sites where Tsar Nicolas II and his family were assassinated and buried
  • Straddle two continents at the famous obelisk Europe/Asia border marker in Yekaterinburg
  • Experience the Trans-Siberian railway on an overnight train journey from Moscow to Yekaterinburg

New Year's in Moscow - 9 days

New Year's in Moscow - 9 days

  • Visit Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo on Christmas Day and marvel at the incredible Amber Room
  • Spend a night in Novgorod, an ancient city by the Volkhov River - explore the kremlin, cathedral and other sights and enjoy a traditional Russian banya (sauna)

All Moscow , expedition cruises, self guided adventures and vacation packages. Find the best guided and expert planned vacation and holiday packages. Read more about Moscow

mansion to tour near me

Small Group Moscow Tours

Small Group Moscow Tours

Back in the USSR - 7 days

Russian Revolution - 9 days

Russian Revolution - 9 days

  • Visit historic Novgorod, an ancient city which straddles the Volkhov River. Explore the attractive riverside kremlin and experience a traditional Russian banya (sauna)

The Snowball - 6 days

The Snowball - 6 days

  • Visit Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo and marvel at the incredible Amber Room

Mood for Moscow - 4 days

Mood for Moscow - 4 days

  • Head underground to visit a Stalinist-era Soviet Bunker on an optional excursion
  • Stroll to the vibrant Izmailovo Market, which lies behind the walls of an ancient Kremlin, and shop for an array of souvenirs

Best Moscow Tours by Duration

Tours, Cruises & Private Trips

Best Moscow Tours by Price

Top Moscow Attractions & Experiences

Moscow Tours & Travel Guide

Moscow Attractions & Landmarks Guide

Moscow reviews & ratings, capitals of the north.

some hotels could have been better

It was jam packed with every place I wanted to go and see. I especially love my photo of us setting out on the night time river cruise in St Petersburg and the Peter...

I really did not buy much and what I did buy was small gifts for others .

Johanna-Marie

Good hotels, some better than others. Interesting itinerary

Too rushed. Optional tour rather too short

See all Moscow reviews

Moscow Tours FAQ

1. Does Travelstride have all the tour operators?

2. How does the Member Savings program save me money?

3. Can I trust the tour operator and trip reviews on Travelstride?

4. What does ‘Stride Preferred’ mean?

Expedia Rewards is now One Key™

Russian white house tours.

  • Things to do

I only need accommodations for part of my trip

Visit Russian White House

This Presnensky historic government building is an ideal place to start your day of sightseeing. There's loads to see and do close by, like Red Square, St. Basils Cathedral and Bolshoi Theatre. Take your time at Russian White House before heading to these other fine attractions.

Popular places to visit

  • Arbat Street

You can learn about the history of Moscow with a visit to Arbat Street. Take in the acclaimed theater scene in this culturally rich area.

See great and small creatures at Russia’s largest zoo, which can entertain both children and adults for many hours.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

You can find out about the history of Moscow when you stop by Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Cinema Museum

Rich with history, Cinema Museum is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Moscow. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this culturally rich area.

Embassy of the United States of America

After visiting Embassy of the United States of America, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Moscow. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

Presnya Historical Memorial Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Presnya Historical Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Moscow. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Best Lodging Options Near Russian White House

Check availability on hotels close to russian white house.

  • Vacations and getaways similar to Russian White House
  • Hotels near popular Moscow Attractions
  • Expedia's Latest Trends
  • Moscow Kremlin
  • Crocus City Hall
  • St. Basil's Cathedral
  • Bolshoi Theatre
  • Moscow City
  • Crocus Expo Center
  • Lenin's Mausoleum
  • Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy
  • State Historical Museum
  • Armoury Chamber
  • Moscow State University
  • Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
  • State Tretyakov Gallery
  • Hotels near Red Square
  • Hotels near Moscow Kremlin
  • Hotels near Crocus City Hall
  • Hotels near St. Basil's Cathedral
  • Hotels near Bolshoi Theatre
  • Hotels near Moscow City
  • Hotels near Crocus Expo Center
  • Hotels near Lenin's Mausoleum
  • Hotels near Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy
  • Hotels near State Historical Museum
  • Hotels near Armoury Chamber
  • Hotels near Arbat Street
  • Hotels near Moscow State University
  • Hotels near Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
  • Hotels near State Tretyakov Gallery
  • Hotels near Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Hotels near Cathedral of Christ the Savior
  • Hotels near Gorky Park
  • Hotels near Luzhniki Stadium
  • Hotels near Victory Park

weather icon

April 25, 2024

  • Year overview

Open Properties

Operating schedule is subject to change

The Breakers

The Breakers is the grandest of Newport's summer "cottages" and a symbol of the Vanderbilt family's social and financial pre-eminence in the Gilded Age.

Marble House

William Vanderbilt built Marble House as a 39th birthday present for his wife, Alva. It was a social and architectural landmark that set the pace for Newport's subsequent transformation from a quiet summer colony of wooden houses to the legendary resort of opulent Gilded Age mansions.

The Elms was modeled after an 18th-century French chateau but featured the latest technology of the Gilded Age. It houses an outstanding collection of paintings, statuary and tapestries, and its landscape features formal gardens, terraces, pavilions and fountains.

Rosecliff was built for Nevada silver heiress Theresa Fair Oelrichs, who used it to host many fabulous Gilded Age entertainments. Architect Stanford White modeled Rosecliff after the Grand Trianon, the garden retreat of French kings at Versailles.

Chateau-sur-Mer

Chateau-sur-Mer epitomizes High Victorian architecture, furniture, wallpapers, ceramics and stenciling. It was the most palatial residence in Newport until the appearance of the Gilded Age Vanderbilt houses in the 1890s.

Kingscote is a landmark of the Gothic Revival style in American architecture. Its appearance in Newport marked the beginning of the “cottage boom” that would distinguish the town as a veritable laboratory for the design of picturesque houses throughout the 19th century.

Isaac Bell House

Isaac Bell House is one of the best surviving examples of shingle-style architecture in the country. Its architects and designers drew from a mix of international and American influences to create a unique Gilded Age style.

Green Animals Topiary Garden

Home to more than 80 topiary animals and other figures for more than a century, Green Animals also blazes with colorful flowers from May until October. The 7-acre property overlooks Narragansett Bay.

Hunter House

Hunter House (c. 1748) is one of the finest examples of Colonial architecture in Newport. The house was owned by wealthy merchants who furnished it with decorative arts produced by expert craftsmen. Such a luxurious lifestyle depended on the labor of enslaved people of African descent. Recent research by the Preservation Society has identified at least 13 enslaved individuals who lived and worked at Hunter House. Today's Hunter House honors their perseverance and incalculable contributions to Newport’s past. Guide-led tours only, advance reservations required

Chepstow is highly evocative of the taste and collections of a descendant of one of America's founding families, placed in the context of a contemporary Newport summer home. Guide-led tours only, advance reservations required

The Breakers Stable & Carriage House

Tours, events and exhibitions, beneath the breakers tour, daily 10:30 am.

Explore the underground systems that made this great house a marvel of technology for its time.

Servant Life Tour

Daily starting april 1, 10:30 am and 2:30 pm*.

See and hear how the other half lived. This tour will highlight the stories of some of the men and women who worked to service the social whirl of Newport during the Gilded Age. * May 11-May 31, tour will be offered daily at 10:30 am & 3:30 pm. June 1-Aug. 31, 10:30 am, 2 pm & 3:30 pm. Sept. 1-Oct. 14, 10:30 & 3:30. Oct. 15-Jan. 1, 2025, 10:30 & 2:30.

Gilded Age Newport in Color

March 15 – june 30, 2024 10:00am – 3:00pm.

This exhibition explores a largely unknown but important chapter in American history: the experience of a thriving African heritage community in Newport.

Open Properties and Events

Updated April 2, 2024. Schedule is subject to change.

April 1 – May 10, 2024

Please note: Advance reservations are required for all guide-led tours

Open daily 10 am – 4 pm for self-guided tours

House & grounds close one hour after last tour admission

Beneath The Breakers Tour – Guide-led tours daily at 10:30 am

The Elms Servant Life Tour – Guide-led tours daily at 10:30 am & 2:30 pm

Open daily 10 am – 3 pm for self-guided tours

May 11 – may 31, 2024, open daily 10 am – 5 pm for self-guided tours.

The Elms Servant Life Tour – Guide-led tours daily at 10:30 am & 3:30 pm

Grounds close one hour after last tour admission

June 1 – August 31, 2024

The Breakers Children’s Cottage will be open to tour daily July 1 – August 17, 10 am – 4 pm

The Elms Servant Life Tour – Guide-led tours daily at 10:30 am, 2 pm & 3:30 pm

Rosecliff (through June 30)

Open daily 10 am – 3 pm for self-guided tours*.

*Rosecliff will be closed to tours June 19 – June 24; open to Newport Flower Show ticket holders only

Rosecliff (July and August)

Free admission at rosecliff, first floor only.

July 1 – July 9:  Rosecliff closed for exhibition deinstallation.

July 10 – 26* Rosecliff open daily 10 am – 3 pm for first-floor viewing only. Free admission. *Rosecliff will close at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 19

July 27 – August 18 Rosecliff open Saturdays & Sundays 10 am – 3 pm for first-floor viewing only. Free admission.

August 19 – 29: Rosecliff closed for exhibition installation.

Starting August 30 Open daily 10 am – 3 pm with new exhibition, “Wild Imagination.”

Open Sundays through Thursdays, 10 am – 5 pm for self-guided tours

Open fridays & saturdays, 10 am – 5 pm for guide-led tours, open fridays & saturdays, july 1-31, 10 am – 4 pm.

Closes one hour after last tour admission

September 1 – September 30, 2024

*Rosecliff will be closed to tours September 19 – 23; open to Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival ticket holders only

Open weekends & holidays 10 am – 5 pm for self-guided tours

October 1 – october 14, 2024, october 15 – october 31, 2024, november 1 – november 22, 2024, open daily 10 am – 4 pm for self-guided tours*.

*The Breakers will close at 3 p.m. on Friday, November 22

*Rosecliff will be closed November 22 – December 8 for “The Newport Nutcracker”

November 23, 2024 – January 1, 2025

Holidays at the newport mansions.

All houses closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day

All houses close at 2 p.m. on December 24

Get the Newport Mansions app

Download our tour app before your visit and bring your earbuds.

Do you want to visit multiple houses?

With the Duo and Trio tickets, you can tour multiple mansions and gardens at a discounted price. These tickets can be used on different days and they do not expire.

Plan your visit

See tour options, frequently asked questions, information on our policies and everything else you need to know.

  • Visitor Info
  • Where to Eat
  • Group Reservations

Additional Visitor Info

Map & parking info.

Parking is free onsite at all properties except for Hunter House and The Breakers Stable & Carriage House, where street parking is available.

Answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

Mansions & Gardens

Explore the 11 properties under the stewardship of the Preservation Society and open as historic house museums.

Partners in Preservation

  • Skyscrapers
  • Apartments for Sale
  • Apartments for Rent
  • Houses for Sale
  • Houses for Rent
  • Luxury Real Estate
  • Mansions in Russia
  • Palaces in Russia
  • Watch Video
  • Residence permit in Russia

logo

House for Sale in Moscow Russia

ECO VILLA on Lake Oltovskoye in Orekhovo Zuevsky district in the Moscow region

Villa 1200 sqm on a plot of 50000 sqm with a lake

  • 12915 Sq Ft

Cottage village Korovino of Moscow region

House 450 sqm 9 km west of Moscow

  • 4 Bathrooms

House with spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace and 6 m ceiling height and access to the garden

New house 584 sqm located 21 km from Moscow

  • 8 Bathrooms

House 945 sqm with 5 bedrooms in the village of Deauville on the Minsk highway Moscow region

Mansion 945 sqm 16 km from Moscow

  • 10170 Sq Ft

House in the Sosenskoye settlement Moscow Region 743

House 720 sqm 5 km from Moscow in the village of Solovinaya Roshcha

The village of Deauville in the Odintsovo district of the Moscow region

Mansion 600 sqm 16 km from Moscow

Mansion in Novogorsk settlement

3-story mansion 1256 m²

  • 13520 Sq Ft
  • Contact for price

Mansion on the Minskoe highway 5 km from the Moscow Ring Road in the village of Moskvoretsky Forest Park

English-style mansion 8 km from Moscow

  • 26900 Sq Ft

House in the cottage village Petrovskie Sady 736

Wooden house 565 sqm on a land plot of 7600 sqm

  • 5 Bathrooms

Apartment 530 Knightsbridge Private Park

Townhouse 530 sqm in the very center of Moscow

  • 6 Bathrooms

House in the village of Gorki-2 716

House 750 sqm in the village of Gorki 2

Cottage village Residence Club 900

House 900 sqm 12 km from Moscow

  • $18,000,000

Ilyinskoye field in the Moscow region 2

Modern house 2000 sqm on Rublevsky highway

  • 21530 Sq Ft

House 950 in the village of Agalarov in Moscow Oblast

Modern house 950 sqm 24 km from Moscow

  • 10225 Sq Ft

House 1128 sqm in Millennium Park

House 1128 sqm 22 km from Moscow

  • 12140 Sq Ft

House on Rubevo Uspenskoye Highway 974 sqm in Nikolino

House with a swimming pool on Rublevo-Uspenskoe highway 974 sqm

  • 10485 Sq Ft

House 1200 sqm on Novorizhskoe shosse

House 1200 sqm with a swimming pool on Novorizhskoe

  • 12900 Sq Ft
  • $12,500,000

French style house in Odintsovo

House 2500 sqm 10 km from Moscow

3-storey house in the village of Tagankovo

3-storey house 830 sqm 24 km from Moscow

House 954 in Nikolskaya Sloboda

House 954 sqm 12 kilometers from Moscow

  • 10270 Sq Ft

House surrounded by forest in the village of Ilyinskoe

House of 700 square meters 10 kilometers from Moscow

House 23 kilometers in the village of Greenfield Moscow Oblast

House 1800 sqm in the village of Greenfield

  • 19375 Sq Ft

House in the village of Yurlovo near Moscow

House 525 sqm 10 kilometers from Moscow

Design house in Wright style with elements of a chalet

House 600 sqm in the village of Nikolskaya Sloboda

House with 3 bedrooms in SNT Sosny

House 1200 sqm with a swimming pool on Ilyinsky highway

  • 12916 Sq Ft

Sobnyak in the village of Nikolo-Uryupino Moscow Region

Mansion 1800 sqm with swimming pool

Luxurious mansion near Strogino metro station in Moscow

Mansion 661 sqm on the peninsula in Moscow

Cottage in the Troitsky district in the village of Nikolskiye Ozera

Cottage 218 sqm 32 kilometers from Moscow

Brick mansion with 4 bedrooms in the village of Tagankovo

Mansion 870 sqm on Rublevo-Uspenskoe highway

Mansion in the village of Deauville 12 km along the Mozhaisk highway

Mansion 2164 sqm 12 km from Moscow

  • 23293 Sq Ft

Where to Buy a Home in Moscow in 2024

The growth in suburban house prices in 2021 can be as high as 15%. This prognosis was voiced by the participants of Moscow’s real estate market. Housing near Moscow has already gone up in value by 7%, and before the end of the year, this number is quite likely to rise by another 2–3%. The pandemic has changed the trends on the suburban real estate market – the current demand for detached houses is noticeably higher than before the global outbreak of Covid-19, and this naturally influences the cost of residential homes, say the experts. They also note that traditionally, the fall-winter period has always been considered a time of low demand for houses for sale in Russia; however, the opposite is now the case.

Here are the Moscow real estate categories to consider when buying a house in Russia:

  • By direction and location (Rublyovka, Novaya Riga, Barvikha);
  • By classification ( luxury , business class, economy);
  • By development format (townhouses, detached private homes).

When purchasing homes in Moscow, Russia, a good rule of thumb is to select houses within an 18.6-mile (30 km) radius from the center of Moscow. This ensures you will get a well-developed infrastructure, and that the chosen location will be replete with hospitals and schools.

We recommend considering the West, South and North directions just out of Moscow. You may notice that country houses are noticeably cheaper on the capital’s Eastern side. However, this is due to poor environmental conditions – the result of the presence of a number of industrial facilities in the entire East area.

Best Cottage Communities in Moscow

Muscovites with high incomes live in closed elite cottage communities that have their own full infrastructure. Such cottage communities are usually designed by Europe’s best architects, especially contracted for the job. These locations have everything: private English schools, restaurants, shops, pools and gyms, beauty salons and equestrian sports clubs.

The most expensive houses up for sale are located in the Barvikha Hills area (Rublevka direction). This elite location near Moscow even has its own famous brand boutiques: Dolce & Gabbana, Valentino, Rolex, Patek Philippe, Bentley, Ferrari and Harley-Davidson. The least expensive house here costs 1.5 million US dollars and has a floor area of 656 sqft (200 m²). This gated community is just 10-20 minutes by car away from Moscow itself.

We encourage you to consider some of the following elite locations as you decide where to purchase your ideal property: Etude Family Club, La-Mansh, Western Residence, Yusupovo Life Park, Odintsovo, Novaya Riga and Pirogovo. There you will find everything one requires for a comfortable life, at the price of 300 to 500 thousand US dollars for a residential home.

As you choose your future home, make sure to take into account the category of the land on which it is built. Each category has its own taxation rate. Our lawyer can explain all the details on property taxes in Russia to you at your request. Contact us to get your consultation!

Compare listings

Reset Password

Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email.

Send a Request

IMAGES

  1. How Big Is a Mansion Anyway? What to Know About These Large Houses

    mansion to tour near me

  2. Mansion Tours Near Me

    mansion to tour near me

  3. 17 Fabulous Mansion Houses That Will Take Your Breath Away

    mansion to tour near me

  4. Tour An Ivy Covered Mansion On Miami Beach's Sunset Islands Once Owned By Anna Kournikova Asking

    mansion to tour near me

  5. Florida home near me in 33613 *shakes head* costs almost 15 million dollars lol Guisado, Mega

    mansion to tour near me

  6. $6.288 Million Waterfront Mansion In Kirkland, WA

    mansion to tour near me

VIDEO

  1. Inside The Most Shocking Time Capsule Mansions

  2. Touring A Glass Mega Mansion With A Floating Staircase!

  3. Touring A Mountain Mega Mansion With Architectural Elements!

  4. THE TOP 10 MOST LUXURY HOMES & MANSIONS WE'VE EVER FILMED IN MIAMI !

  5. Touring A Modern Glass Mega Mansion With 3 Pools!

  6. Touring A California Mega Mansion With A Nightclub & Polo Field!

COMMENTS

  1. Morozov Mansion in Moscow City Centre

    Explore Morozov Mansion when you travel to Moscow City Centre! Find out everything you need to know and book your tours and activities before visiting Morozov Mansion.

  2. 7 MOST extravagant houses of 19th century Moscow

    2. The Zimins House, Degtyarny Lane, 8/3. What seems an ordinary house from the outside is really one of the poshest mansions of 19th century Moscow, built for Nikolay Zimin, a major Russian ...

  3. 10 Best Home Estate Tours in the U.S.

    Insider Tip: Take a hike on Newport's Cliff Walk, a 3.5-mile long scenic hike along the Atlantic coast, which offers incredible views of the many summer estates, including a great view of The ...

  4. City Sightseeing: Moscow Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

    The Bus Tour offers unlimited 360° panoramic views of main sights of Moscow. Access to audio-guide in 10 different languages which enables to know about Moscow's history and traditions. The three-bus tour routes and 40+ stops around Moscow completes the trip. Draw an itinerary to explore the city on your own.

  5. THE 10 BEST Moscow City Tours (Updated 2024)

    4. Bridge to Moscow. 455. City Tours • Cultural Tours. Basmanny. By Charito1967. Our tour guide was the best, very knowledgeable and lots of patience and caring to explain and to help us in all we r... 5. Spanish Guide Moscow - Day Tours.

  6. Moscow tours and vacation packages

    Moscow is the biggest city of Russia, with more than 12 million citizens, 400 museums, 11 000 restaurants, and around 500 parks. Our individual tours are here to help you not to get lost in the Russian capital's vibrant rhythm and explore the most exciting spots of Moscow with our professional guides.

  7. The 20 Best Moscow Tours for 2022

    This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing. $ 941 From/Per person. Details.

  8. The 20 Best Moscow Day Tours of 2022

    Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Armory Tour. 4 hours. The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city's former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury and the workplace of the Russian President.... $ 112 From/Per person. Details.

  9. Moscow

    🎧 Wear headphones for the best experience.In this video, we will walk along the famous tourist routes of Moscow, take a walk along the renovated embankments...

  10. Hop-On Hop-Off Moscow

    Choose to add the Boat Tour to the Bus Tour and enjoy panoramic views from the Moskva River. Audio-guide in 8 languages so you can learn all about Moscow's history and traditions. Access to 2 bus tour routes & 40+ stops around Moscow. Create your own itinerary to explore the city. 24 or 48hr Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with 360° panoramic views of ...

  11. Moscow Attraction Tickets, Activities & Tours

    Top Moscow Attractions Tickets. Purchase the Moscow City Pass and get access to some of the most iconic attractions like the Bolshoi Theatre, All-Russian Exhibition Center, Red Square, Moscow Zoo, and Kremlin. These attractions are an ode to the city's rich history and culture and reflect all strands of Russia's convoluted past.

  12. Historic Mansions That You Can Visit in the U.S.

    Courtesy of The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Philanthropist Ima Hogg and her brothers built the mansion in the River Oaks area of Houston between 1927 and 1928. Texas architect John F. Staub designed the house, taking inspiration from 18th-century Georgian and Spanish Creole architecture.

  13. Free walking tour Moscow: Expert Guides and Authentic Tours

    Beginner's Guide to Moscow - Free Walking Tour. Dileep 14 Apr 2024. Doha. Verified booking. Travelled alone - Apr 2024. Igor is a gresat guy and has given very interesting facts of Moscow Underground metro , I was suprised with the in depth of information he conveyed about the how the metro system was built.

  14. Plan Your Visit

    Tours & Tickets. Lyndhurst Mansion is accessible by ticketed entry only. Our Classic Mansion Tours are perfect for first-time visitors who cover the house's history and visit the main two floors. If you'd like to see it all, you can take our Upstairs/Downstairs tour, which covers the main two floors, tower, and service spaces. If you'd like to explore the Mansion and the Bowling Alley ...

  15. Mansions in Russia for Sale & Luxury Villas

    Luxury mansion in a pine forest in Konus gated community. Price: 15 million USD. Total floor area: 4 921 sqft (1 500 m²) Land plot area: 1.2 ac (50 sotkas) Rublyovo-Uspenskoye shosse, 6 mi (10 km) from MKAD. A 3-story mansion situated in a pine forest in a gated community called Konus, not far from the Moskva River.

  16. Moscow Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tours

    Travel around Moscow at your own pace and enjoy a leisurely journey with our 48-hour ticket. After all, you'll have more time to hop off at each bus stop and visit all of the 26 attractions on the Green Line! With the 48-hour ticket you're guaranteed to have enough time to hop off and complete the walking tour included in the price of the Hop ...

  17. Mansion Tours

    Mansion Tours. Mansion tours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to docent availability. Tours are scheduled for 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, with an additional tour at 3:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Each tour is approximately one hour long. Please inquire at the visitor center regarding tour ...

  18. [4K] Walking Streets Moscow. Moscow-City

    Walking tour around Moscow-City.Thanks for watching!MY GEAR THAT I USEMinimalist Handheld SetupiPhone 11 128GB https://amzn.to/3zfqbboMic for Street https://...

  19. Top Moscow Tours & Vacations 2024/2025 [reviews & photos]

    Compare the best 188 Moscow Tours, vacations packages, & adventures from 33 local experts and top companies. Covid-19 updates. 208 Moscow trip... Search Search Tours. ... Russia's political power house. Stroll around the grounds of this fortified complex, visit the Kremlin's cathedrals and see the mighty Tsar Bell-41 % $1,145. 6 days From ...

  20. Russian White House Tours

    Governments have come and gone but Russian White House still stands proud. Plan a visit to discover some of the area's fascinating political history. This Presnensky historic government building is an ideal place to start your day of sightseeing. There's loads to see and do close by, like Red Square, St. Basils Cathedral and Bolshoi Theatre.

  21. Plan a Visit

    Servant Life Tour. See and hear how the other half lived. This tour will highlight the stories of some of the men and women who worked to service the social whirl of Newport during the Gilded Age. * May 11-May 31, tour will be offered daily at 10:30 am & 3:30 pm. June 1-Aug. 31, 10:30 am, 2 pm & 3:30 pm. Sept. 1-Oct. 14, 10:30 & 3:30.

  22. Moscow Russia Houses for Sale & Dacha

    This elite location near Moscow even has its own famous brand boutiques: Dolce & Gabbana, Valentino, Rolex, Patek Philippe, Bentley, Ferrari and Harley-Davidson. The least expensive house here costs 1.5 million US dollars and has a floor area of 656 sqft (200 m²). This gated community is just 10-20 minutes by car away from Moscow itself.

  23. Crocus City Hall attack

    On 22 March 2024, a terrorist attack which was carried out by the Islamic State (IS) occurred at the Crocus City Hall music venue in Krasnogorsk, Moscow Oblast, Russia.. The attack began at around 20:00 MSK (), shortly before the Russian band Picnic was scheduled to play a sold-out show at the venue. Four gunmen carried out a mass shooting, as well as slashing attacks on the people gathered at ...