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Since inception in 2011, Europe Tours & Travels has been assisting clients in Air Travel bookings, Hotel reservations, Business trips,Individual & Group holidays . At Europe Tours & Travels we are catering to needs of individual and corporate client directly and through our travel partners at various destinations. We strive to provide an experience that takes away the hassles involved in any trip right from selecting a holiday destination to the travel arrangements including travel bookings, transfers, hotel reservations, meals, local site seeing, arrangement for business meetings and conferences. We offer our client a single window to book their choice of hotels and resorts across the globe.

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Safari Group of Companies is an umbrella brand envisioned to cater to the complete needs of the state of Qatar. Delivering quality goods at the most competitive rates has been the motto of Safari and the brand focusses on fulfilling needs commencing from the basic level to the luxury level.

Safari maintains one of the eminent shopping malls in Qatar, rendering a range of premium brands and services to its customers.Equipped with world-class facilities, laid-out counters, ample parking area, plentiful food court, skilled personnel and tastefully done exquisite interiors, the mall grants a holistic shopping and lifestyle experience to its customers.

Furnished with an entire array of staples, home and personal need supplies, and sundry items from matchless brands, the two Safarihypermarkets harbored under the Safari umbrella deliver a comprehensive shopping affair, making Safari a one-stop destination for all needs.

Apart from the retail business services, Safari Group of Companies also has several other initiatives under its wing - Safari Trading Est., an establishment that deals with FMCG products; Oscar Trading Est., a retailer of luxury goods within the State of Qatar; Hi-Power Transport & Rent A Car, a transportation and cab services venture in the State of Qatar; Safari Optical, a dealer of premium optical brands; Oscar Advertising, a leading advertising firm for all designing and printing needs; Safari Mobile, a hub of leading mobile brands; Simple Logic, a complete IT solutions endeavor; Europe Travels, an acquired firm dealing with all travel needs and Power Waste Management & Transport Co. WLL, a comprehensive waste recycling and power management system.

Safari Group - Origin and Growth

Established in 1995, Safari initially ventured into the commercial arena as a trader of cosmetics, perfumes and food items. In 2005, our first retail venture – Safari Hyper Market began operations at Salwa Road, Doha - Qatar. Ever since its inception, the group has been on an uphill graph in terms of ventures, scale of operations, workforce and customers. Today, as one of the giants in the commercial sector in the state of Qatar, Safari can boast of its unbeatable pricing scales, expanding customer base and indomitable trading practices.

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  • Being a leading retailer of consumer goods in the State of Qatar, Safari understands that quality is a balanced composition of quantity, safety and service. Safari ensures that they procure products only from trusted manufacturers and they are filtered through several layers of safety and quality inspection before they reach the end customer. The stocks are thoroughly monitored during the process of sourcing, transportation, storing and distributing to weed out any possibilities of compromise in quality standards due to improper handling, packaging, moisture, pests or any other tangible factors. The products at the retail outlets are periodically checked to avoid any expired or tampered goods.
  • With the passion to render only the best to all sections of the community, Safari has extended its wings across the State of Qatar and has hypermarkets at Abu Hamour, Salwa Road and Umsalal Muhammed. The brand is proposing to open several more branches throughout the length and breadth of the State.

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At Safari, we believe and adhere to the cardinal philosophy – ‘Customer is King’and all the goals are aligned to converge at this common point. The workforce team comprising of over 1800 zealous and steadfast employees segregated into several departments and managed by ablemanagers, strive toachieve the organization’s goals and tirelessly work towards it.

Combining quality with cost effective pricing and delivering the best in the market in the utmost professional and convenient manner has always been the hallmark of Safari and the goodwill will continue.

Delivering quality consistently and thereby fostering a robust relationship with the customer base has been on the forefront of Safari. Accelerating on the principle of quality, which is directly proportional to trust in the commercial zone, we aim to enforce a team that willcontinually strive to collate merchandise of top-notch standards and deliver them to customers via our various retail channels.

Safari aspires to discover potential market scenarios, identify the demand scale and act as a tool in merging peerless products with the consumer community. We are on the outlook to broaden our horizons by innovatively combining technology and delivering a better, hassle-free and pleasurable shopping encounter to our customers.

Besides the commercial facet of Safari, we will be embarking on endeavors to lend our support to the larger society through our CSR initiatives. The agenda encompasses plans to aid the lesser privileged sections, emphasize on reusing and recycling of plastics, afforestation etc.

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Mr. Aboobacker Madappat – Managing Director of Safari Group of Companies, initiated the brand as a small-scale endeavor in 1992. With the evolving economic scenario in the State of Qatar, he strived hard to keep up with the market trends at the time. His relentless passion to deliver the best to customers, along with his expertise in the entrepreneurial sector, motored the growth of Safari into what it is today. With over twenty-five years of dexterity in the field, Mr. Aboobacker curated the planning, expansion and diversification, administration, finance functions, information technology and overall working of the business house.

  • “At Safari, we believe in combining quality with competent pricing, and delivering them to the customers in the most convenient manner.”

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Where the wild things are: the best safari parks in Europe

Hostelworld Blog | Posted on March 27, 2022 |

Have you ever caught a glimpse of a lion lazing under a tree? Or seen the ocean turning black as a sperm whale glides under your boat? Seeing an animal in its natural habitat can be the best bit of your trip (and provides dreamy photo potential). The good news is that you definitely don’t have to fork out for a long-haul ticket to have a brush with Mother Nature. Get planning your trip with the best safari parks in Europe !

Best safari parks in Europe:

  • The Azores, Portugal
  • Calimani Park, Romania
  • Camargue National Park, France
  • Merfelder Bruch Nature Reserve, Germany
  • Skinnskatteberg, Sweden
  • Somiedo Natural Park, Spain, Asturias
  • Białowieża, Poland
  • Coa Valley, Portugal

1. Whales, The Azores

When you see pictures of The Azores’ lush green pastures and volcanic lakes, you could be forgiven for thinking that this string of nine islands is in the tropics. In fact, it’s a region of sunny Portugal! Between April and October, some of the ocean’s most gentle giants glide by on their yearly migration, including blue, fin and sei whales. Sperm whales live in the islands all year round, gorging themselves on giant squid and growing up to 20m long, while humpbacks tend to appear in October.

European safaris - Whales, The Azores

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  • Best time to visit: May to October
  • Wildlife: dolphins, whales, sea turtles, and many bird species
  • Nearby hostels: Ponta Delgada Hostel, Green Island Hostel

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2. Lynx, Romania, Calimani Park

With its epic ridges, gravity-defying fir trees and mountainous peaks, Calimani Park is one of Europe’s last great wildernesses. Stags, wolves and eagles all roam freely, but most elusive of all is the Eurasian lynx, a fur-ocious wild cat that looks like a cross between a leopard and your average tabby. Between February and April, heavy snowfall makes this usually shy predator easier to track, with a good chance of seeing them at dawn or dusk.

European safaris -Lynx, Romania

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  • Wildlife: brown bears, lynx, wolves, and deer
  • Nearby hostels: Călimani Lodge, Mountain River Cabins

3. Flamingos, France, Camargue National Park

Soar above the Camargue National Park in a plane and you could be forgiven for thinking that this stretch of marshland just south of Marseille is bright pink. In fact, it’s home to tens of thousands of flamingos, particularly during the June to September breeding season when fluff-ball chicks hatch and take their first wobbly steps out of the nest. All together now: “Aaawww”!

European safaris - Flamingos, France

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  • Wildlife: flamingos, horses, bulls, and birds
  • Nearby hostels: Mas des Cigales, Le Castelet des Alpilles

4. Wild Horses, Germany, Merfelder Bruch Nature Reserve

Spot a Dülmen Pony frolicking in the Merfelder Bruch Nature Reserve and you’re pretty much looking back in time in one of the best safari parks in Europe. The last truly wild horses in Europe, their family tree can be traced back more than 700 years. Although they live without human intervention for most of the year, the young stallions are rounded up and auctioned off on the last Saturday of May to prevent the herd becoming bigger than the reservation can handle. Watching the wranglers gather them with their bare hands is quite the show, and the money raised goes towards protecting the rest of the herd.

European safaris - Wild Horses, Germany

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Base yourself at H.ostel Münster , which has an industrial chic vibe and a prime location in the medieval old town.

  • Best time to visit: May to September
  • Wildlife: wild horses
  • Nearby hostels: Haus Mariengrund, Pension Haus Waldesruh

5. Wolves, Sweden, Skinnskatteberg

What could be more adrenaline-inducing than watching the moon rise above a Swedish forest while the eerie howls of the local wolf pack echo between the tree trunks? In Skinnskatteberg, just two hours from Stockholm, you can spend a night tracking these fierce creatures with an expert guide. Afterwards, listen to local folk stories around the campfire and spend the night under canvas. Visit between June and September for the best chance of spotting these ferocious canines in one of the best safari parks in Europe.

European safaris - Wolves, Sweden

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When you’re ready to leave the wild, check into Generator Stockholm , a well-located hideaway with serious design credentials.

  • Best time to visit: June to August
  • Wildlife: bears, wolves, and moose
  • Nearby hostels: Skinnskattebergs Vandrarhem, Kolarbyn Ecolodge

6. Brown bears, Spain, Somiedo Natural Park

You may associate bears with the wilds of North America, but Europe’s biggest population can be found in the stunning Cantabrian mountains of Asturias – less than a two hour flight from London. It’s not at all unusual to see mothers and their cubs ambling through the Somiedo Natural Park, particularly during April, May and June when they’re just emerging after the chilly winter and on the hunt for honey.

European safaris- Brown bears, Spain

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  • Best time to visit: June to September
  • Wildlife: brown bears, wolves, and wildcats
  • Nearby hostels: Casa Rural La Solana, Albergue de Torrestío

7. Bison, Poland

10,000 years ago, most of north-eastern Europe was densely covered in primal forest. Today, Poland’s Białowieża area is the last significant tract left. It’s home to more than 900 European bison, nicknamed ‘the kings of the wilderness’ because of their bulk. Sadly, they were hunted to extinction at the start of the 20th century, but have been reintroduced with the help of a careful breeding programme. January to March is the best time to spot Europe’s heaviest land animal, and a walk through this ancient forest in the snow is a magical experience. Just remember to pack your coat as temperatures can dip to -5 degrees… brrr!

European safaris- Bison, Poland

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  • Wildlife: European bison, wolves, and lynx
  • Nearby hostels: Białowieża Hostel, Pokoje Gościnne u Karoliny

8. Egyptian vultures, Portugal, Coa Valley

The hills of the Coa Valley in north-east Portugal are covered with startling shades of citrus yellow and parsley green, making for some seriously pretty hiking. Even higher than the hilltop caves, which are still scrawled with mysterious paintings from paleolithic times, you’ll find the craggy nests of Egyptian vultures. They’re instantly recognisable by their bright yellow faces and the fact that they’re the smallest vultures in Europe, typically weighing just 2kg. Between November and March they spend the winter in Africa and fly 7,000km on the round trip. Keep your eyes peeled for other airborne icons such as golden, griffin and Bonelli’s eagles too.

The nearest major city is Porto and it’s full of character. Porto Spot Hostel is in a historic Estado Novo building with several unique and beautifully designed rooms.

  • Wildlife: ibex, wild boar, and birds
  • Nearby hostels: Casa da Cisterna, Casa das Tílias

Have you spotted any of these incredible creatures in the wild? Or perhaps you have more tips about the best safari parks in Europe? Let us know in the comments!

About the author

Imogen Lepere is a travel writer with a soft spot for anything quirky, surprising and incongruous. Her adventures include teaching in Kathmandu, riding the Trans-Mongolian railway and living with a nudist colony in Greece. She currently splits her time between London and Melbourne, where she can normally be found with a glass of wine in one hand and a pen in the other. Read more of her work on her blog  or follow her on  Instagram .

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Safari Group of Companies is an umbrella brand envisioned to cater to the complete needs of the state of Qatar. Delivering quality goods at the most competitive rates has been the motto of Safari and the brand focusses on fulfilling needs commencing from the basic level to the luxury level. Safari maintains one of the eminent shopping malls in Qatar, rendering a range of premium brands and services to its customers.Equipped with world-class facilities, laid-out counters, ample parking area, plentiful food court, skilled personnel and tastefully done exquisite interiors, the mall grants a holistic shopping and lifestyle experience to its customers. Furnished with an entire array of staples, home and personal need supplies, and sundry items from matchless brands, the two Safarihypermarkets harbored under the Safari umbrella deliver a comprehensive shopping affair, making Safari a one-stop destination for all needs. Apart from the retail business services, Safari Group of Companies also has several other initiatives under its wing - Safari Trading Est., an establishment that deals with FMCG products; Oscar Trading Est., a retailer of luxury goods within the State of Qatar; Hi-Power Transport & Rent A Car, a transportation and cab services venture in the State of Qatar; Safari Optical, a dealer of premium optical brands; Oscar Advertising, a leading advertising firm for all designing and printing needs; Safari Mobile, a hub of leading mobile brands; Simple Logic, a complete IT solutions endeavor; Europe Travels, an acquired firm dealing with all travel needs and Power Waste Management & Transport Co. WLL, a comprehensive waste recycling and power management system.

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Join us on an unforgettable tour to Moscow, the capital of Russia. Imagine visiting Red Square, St. Basil’s the Kremlin and more. Moscow is one of Europe’s most vibrant cities and one of Russia’s most historical. All of our tours to Moscow are fully customizable and can be adjusted to fit any budget. Our most popular tours are listed below. Please click on the 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.

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This is our most popular Moscow tour that includes all the most prominent sights. You will become acquainted with ancient Russia in the Kremlin, admire Russian art in the Tretyakov Gallery, listen to street musicians as you stroll along the Old Arbat street, and learn about Soviet times on the Moscow Metro tour.

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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.

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This tour is a great way to get acquainted with the capital of Russia if you are short of time. You will see all the main attractions of the city, the most important of which is the Kremlin - the heart of Russia. The tour starts on Friday and can be combined with a business trip.

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Russia's capital has so much to offer, from the Kremlin and the Metro to the Old Arbat street and the Tretyakov Gallery. Besides these sites, you will also visit a fascinating country estate which today is quite off the beaten path, Gorky Estate, where the Soviet leader Lenin spent the last months of his life.

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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...

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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...

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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)...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion and vodka tasting)

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...

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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...

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Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

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Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

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Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

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Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

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Europeisky Shopping Mall

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The Europeisky 'Evropeysky' Shopping Mall is one of the largest and most modern in Moscow. It comprises eight floors spread over 180,000 square meters. The shopping centre has a central location and located just few minutes away by walk from the White House, famous Old Arbat Street and few minutes by car from the Victory Park and Triumphal Arch.

The Evropeysky has more than four hundred shops representing popular brands such as Adidas, Nike, Reebok, Puma, Zara, Marks & Spencer, Mexx, Dougals, Re:store, Top Shop / Top Man, Timberland, Guess, Replay, Mothercare, Braccialini, Bershka, Oasis, Swarovski, Levi's, Benetton, Mango, Nokia, Sony, Samsonite and many more are available.

The award-winning modern interiors of the Europeisky Shopping Mall includes five atriums named after five main European capitals - the central main one is unsurprisingly named Moscow and this lead to the other four areas, namely, Paris, Rome, Berlin and London.

When you are done from shopping to your heart's content, the Evropeysky also offers numerous entertainment options. A nine cinema complex including a 3-D cinema called Formula Kino shows the most recent films. There are also thirty restaurants and cafes to choose from. If you prefer a more active form of entertainment then the indoor skating rink with separate skating rinks for adults and children, and professional trainers on hand, is a great option. The children's entertainment centre 'Igromax' is another popular family-friendly attraction at the Europeisky Shopping Mall and includes amusement galleries, bowling, billiards, kid's room, trampoline and rock climbing attraction.

The twenty-four hour supermarket 'Perekrestok' is located on the ground floor. A beauty studio, sun tan studio, manicure and pedicure services are also onsite.

A massive multi-storey car park with 1,200 car park slots make access to the mall easy and, for those using the metro, the Europeisky shopping and entertainment complex is right next to the Kievskaya metro station. Banks, foreign exchange and pay terminals are also available throughout the mall.

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Nestled within one of the globe’s most opulent metropolises, Moscow’s shopping scene paints a diverse canvas that caters to every shopper’s desire. From extravagant luxury labels to trendy high-street fashion, this Russian capital is a treasure trove where shopping transcends budgets. Amid the city’s labyrinthine streets, shopping centers emerge as attractions in their own right, offering an experience that goes beyond retail therapy. Join us as we explore seven illustrious shopping malls that satiate your appetite for both indulgence and retail delights in the heart of Moscow.

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Russia’s main department store, the Moscow GUM is an ultimate architectural stunner, housing a variety of high-end boutiques. Built between 1890 and 1893 and known as the Upper Trading Rows until 1920, the legendary store is now home to over 200 boutiques selling a variety of brands: from luxury Dior to affordable Zara. Even if luxury shopping is not on your to-do list, the Moscow GUM is still worth a visit – the glass-roofed arcade faces Red Square, offers a variety of tasty Soviet-style eateries and makes a fantastic view in the dark.

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Beautifully located in the historic centre of Moscow, the TSUM Department Store is mere steps from the city’s important tourist attractions, including Red Square. Built in 1908, the Gothic style store sells over 1000 famous brands, including Alexander McQueen, Lanvin and Carolina Herrera. Much like its cousin GUM, the TSUM Department Store is known for its luxury boutiques, stunning architecture and great eateries.

Okhotny Ryad

Okhotny Ryad Shopping centre is yet another shopping mall in the proximity of Red Square, which unlike GUM and TSUM offers a more down-to-earth price tag. One of the largest shopping centres in Moscow, this underground arcade is home to over 160 brands of apparel, footwear, jewelry, makeup and perfumes. Okhotny Ryad is also known for its great food court, where most tourists come to stop by, once they’ve done a tour of the Kremlin .

Tsvetnoy Central Market

A pure hipster heaven, the Tsvetnoy Central Market, or simply Tsvetnoy is seven floors of shopping, eating and fun. From the high street ground floor to the deluxe boutiques on the fifth, Tsvetnoy sells brands for every taste and budget, including Walk of Shame, American Apparel, All Saints, and Vivienne Westwood. Awarded by multiple design accolades, the beautiful shopping mall is also home to many great pop-up shops, Moscow’s biggest Rive Gauche store and the best indoor farmer’s market in the city.

AFIMALL City

Somewhat farther from the city centre, AFIMALL City is a dramatically less crowded and very impressive shopping mall right in the heart of Moscow City Business District. Praised for its innovative design, the store comprises five levels of retail space with over 400 shops, 50 restaurants and cafés and an IMAX cinema. Built for adults and children alike, AFIMALL City is a must if you plan on visiting Moscow City Business District.

Metropolis Shopping Centre

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Metropolis is where you should go for high-street retail if you don’t feel like traveling too far from the city centre. Home to boutiques like Zara, Marks & Spencer, H&M, New Yorker, GAP and River Island, Metropolis also houses a huge supermarket, bowling alley, swimming pool and a cinema.

Aviapark Shopping Centre

Aviapark

Of all the malls on the list, Aviapark takes the most time to get to, but Europe’s biggest mall is definitely worth the free shuttle bus ride. With over 500 stores, 80 eateries and a 17-screen cinema, all spread across the equivalent of 36 football pitches, Aviapark is officially the most popular shopping mall in Moscow. However, the major draw of the glass-roofed shopping centre is the 24-meter-tall pillar aquarium, filled with tropical fish.

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