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10 Synonymous Words for Travel Lovers

We often run out of words on what to say. It also happens when we talk about travel lovers or want to impress our  nomadic friends . Are you tired of using the same old words? If so, today’s fun  post is for you. 

Do you know what a person is called who loves to travel? Travel lover. Yes, but we all know that, and besides, that’s two words, not a one word noun .

Words for Travel Lovers

How about “Hodophile”. If you are saying, “what, a hodophile!” Yes, a hodophile is a person who loves to travel. Now, that’s certainly going to grab your friends’ attention next time you talk to them.

Below are the top 10 simple to pronounce words you should start using to enhance your regular travel vocabulary.

These are nothing like out-of-the-tongue kinda words but refreshing synonyms one should add to their day to day vocabulary.

Globetrotter

Do you know anyone who loves to hop between countries? Or anyone who is a hardcore traveler? Anyone who leaves their tiny footprints across the various continents? Globetrotter is what you call them, and Globetrotting is their religion.

Few of us hate staying in one place. We are people of many lands who live to travel. Itinerant is an apt word for travel lovers who have got a gypsy soul.

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Many times we say, let’s hit the road ! That is exactly what roadies do, but they accompany bands or musicians and travel in a group. In recent time though, the term has become more generalized and biking groups can be also called Roadies.

Wandering around might get old after a few days, why not use roving around for a change? Become a Rover aka Travel Lover. 🙂

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“Catch flights, not feelings”  is what the quote says, but what about after you get off the plane? Hop on a car, and move to your hotel, then what?

You need to walk around and discover the destination. All travel lovers are wayfarers in a way.

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Nothing is permanent. And this world is massive to just live in a corner. People who make any place their home are in reality the Vagabonds – the daring nomads, adventurers , and travel lovers.

Also, you might have heard this quote from Saint Augustine of Hippo: “The World is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.”

Traveling alone is empowering. And when you are brave enough to take on the roads yourself you become a Solivagant. Wandering alone is an unadulterated bliss which travel lovers should try once.

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Travel Buff

Wisdom comes from experience and those who are travelers amass knowledge through traveling. That is what makes them the travel-buffs.

You don’t need an explanation for this word. It is as perfect as it comes. Hodophile – the very word for travel lovers. A Hodophile is “One who loves to travel.”

In Australia , a retired old man traveling in a motorhome or caravan is named as Grey Nomad. But why just use it in the context of an old man?

Nowadays the travel lovers who live a nomadic life are often called “Grey Nomads.” (They may or may not have grey hairs though, Lol!)

What are some other words for travel lovers? Comment below and we’ll add to this list. We hope this post cheered you and brought you value. If yes, please share it with your globetrotting friends and tell them they are too young to be a grey nomad. (wink)

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10 Best Synonyms for Wanderlust [+ 20 Creative Travel Words]

Trying to find some awesome synonyms for wanderlust? Check out this list of creative travel words to discover my all-time favourite wanderlust synonyms.

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Looking for some awesome synonyms for wanderlust? I hope this post helps!

“Wanderlust” has to be one of my all-time favourite words.

It’s also an emotion I experience on a regular basis!

Plagued by itchy feet, I’m always looking for the next place to explore and fantasising about adventures in distant lands.

As the quote by Charlotte Eriksson goes, “I will never lose the love for arriving, but I’m born to leave.”

Are you the same?

Well, having said “wanderlust” a few too many times before, there may come a point when you want to describe the same sensation in a different way.

Thankfully, there are some awesome synonyms for wanderlust that should do the trick! Want to discover a selection of the best?

Keep reading to learn 10 of my favourite wanderlust synonyms plus 20 creative travel words I think you’ll like too.

Here we go then: 10 of my favourite wanderlust synonyms!

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My Favourite Synonyms for Wanderlust

From Greece to Sweden, the synonyms of wanderlust in this list come from a wide range of places and have slight differences in definition. Ultimately, though, they all share the same theme: an intense desire to travel.

I hope you like them as much as I do!

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1. Dromomania (n)

• Origin: Greek
• Definition: An exaggerated desire to wander.

Sometimes referred to as “vagabond neurosis”, dromomania was once a psychiatric diagnosis given to people with an overwhelming desire to walk or wander.

I’m not sure I’d ever call wanderlust a psychiatric issue!

But I do think most self-professed travel addicts could relate to the deep and borderline compulsive urge to hit the road.

2. Eleutheromania (n)

• Definition: An intense, frantic and irresistible desire for freedom.

Do you feel a profound and irrepressible urge to shed the shackles of everyday life in exchange for your liberty?

Well, you could be a closet “eleutheromaniac”!

Although this isn’t necessarily an exact synonym for wanderlust, I think there are definite similarities. For me, at least, one of the major benefits of travelling is the freedom it offers; it’s what I miss most when I’ve spent too long in one place.

3. Fernweh (n)

• Origin: German
• Definition: A yearning to go somewhere you’ve never been before.

The Germans seem to have a knack for inventing awesome travel words and wanderlust synonyms. Case and point? Fernweh!

Apparently it translates to something like “far woe” or “far-sickness” in English and is basically the opposite of homesickness. You crave travel.

But not only that, you crave travel to somewhere new.

Once again, it’s a concept I reckon most travel lovers will know well! You can be at home, somehow feeling homesick for distant lands you’ve never even been to.

4. Itchy Feet (n)

• Origin: English
• Definition: A strong desire to leave where you are and travel.

This is the classic synonym for wanderlust and one I use all the time when trying to describe my urge to hit the road. I just love how descriptive and full of imagery it is.

5. Novaturient (a)

• Origin: Latin
• Definition: Desiring or seeking a significant change in your life.

Tired of the mundane and desperate to break free of your typical routine? Travelling’s the perfect way to do it!

Synonyms of wanderlust don’t get much more descriptive than the Swedish noun, resfeber .

6. Resfeber (n)

• Origin: Swedish
• Definition: The “restless race of the traveller’s heart” before they go on a trip.

Lyrical and descriptive, resfeber’s another awesome word for travellers to keep tucked away in their locker!

You’ll experience it whenever you’re packing your backpack or suitcase, your departure date’s looming, or you’re bidding loved ones farewell at the airport.

It’s the sense of anticipation, excitement and fear all rolled into one.

7. Saudade (n)

• Origin: Portuguese
• Definition: An intense longing for something/someone that’s out of reach.

This Portuguese word’s hard to pin down with a direct translation.

Some say saudade’s a sense of nostalgia or melancholy. Others define it as the “presence of absence”.

Either way, I think it has poetic echoes of wanderlust!

It sometimes feels as if my heart aches for travel. It isn’t always just a matter of having itchy feet, or feeling a need to have an adventure.

It’s deeper, more emotive, and tinged with wistfulness too.

8. Sehnsucht (n)

• Definition: Pining, longing, or yearning wistfully for something (such as travel).

Sticking to the melancholy theme for a moment, we have another lovely German travel word, sehnsucht .

With similarities to saudade , it’s described as a “wistful longing” for something.

I suppose this doesn’t have to relate to travel, but it does seem like a fitting synonym for wanderlust…or at least a particular shade of it.

Indeed, I’d hazard a guess that most travel lovers feel this “wistful longing” to hit the road whenever they’ve been stuck in one place for too long.

9. Strikhedonia (n)

• Definition: Refers to the joy of being able to say “to hell with it”.

Strikhedonia features all over the internet on lists of wanderlust synonyms and creative travel words like this. However, as confidently as many people seem to talk about it, there’s some dispute about its authenticity as an actual word.

The result? Lovely and descriptive as it is, I’d take it with a pinch of salt.

That said, I’ll still happily keep it in my head as another word for wanderlust!

As this Reddit post explains, “-hedonia” comes from the Greek “hedone”, meaning “pleasure”, and “strik” comes from “strike”, which meant “to go” in bygone times.

A rough translation of strikhedonia, then, would be “the pleasure of leaving for somewhere new”. Or, in colloquial terms, the pleasure of saying “to hell with it”.

10. Unsettledness (n)

• Definition: The quality or state of being unsettled.

This particular word for wanderlust isn’t particularly inventive or poetic! But I do think it’s accurate .

For me, as much as anything else, wanderlust really is a feeling of being unsettled.

I have itchy feet. I’m not content. I feel a persistent urge to leave, move, and be somewhere, anywhere else other than here.

With the wanderlust synonym list down, let’s move onto some top travel synonyms.

My Favourite Travel Synonyms and Words about Travel

In researching this post I soon realized there aren’t all that many amazing synonyms for wanderlust!

There are, however, a whole host of awesome words describing travel in general .

Here are my favourite travel related words:

11. Coddiwomple (v)

• Origin: English slang
• Definition: To travel with purpose to an unknown destination.

12. Eudaimonia (n)

• Definition: The condition of human flourishing. Living well. A state of deep happiness or contentment.

13. Flâneur (n)

• Origin: French
• Definition: The opposite of a workaholic! A “stroller” or “loafer”. Someone who moves without purpose but joyfully, observing life and their surroundings.

14. Gallivant (v) (one of my favourite other words for travel)

• Definition: To move from place to place in search or pleasure or entertainment. The only plan is to roam; to wander in a bid to have fun.

15. Heimweh (n)

• Definition: A state of homesickness or longing for home.

16. Hygge (n)

• Origin: Danish
• Definition: The warm, cosy feeling you get from spending time with good friends and enjoying life’s simple pleasures.

17. Nefelibata (n)

• Definition: Literally “cloud walker”. An unconventional person! A maverick who doesn’t abide by society’s typical customs and ideals.

Latin-derived travel words don’t come much fancier than this one: peregrinate .

18. Peregrinate (v)

• Definition: A fancy way of saying to travel or wander from place to place. It derives from the Latin word “peregrinat”, which means “travelled abroad” (i.e. a travelled synonym).

19. Peripatetic (n)

• Definition: A fancy term for someone who travels from place to place. It can also be used as an adjective (e.g. a peripatetic lifestyle).

20. Querencia (n)

• Origin: Spanish
• Definition: Somewhere you feel at home and your most authentic self. It’s the place from which you draw inspiration and strength.

21. Sturmfrei (a)

• Definition: Literally “storm free”, although the word refers to the freedom of not being watched over or restricted. It means to be alone and able to do exactly as you wish.

22. Trouvaille (n)

• Definition: Similar to the English word “windfall”, it describes an unexpected stroke of good luck, or something lovely discovered by chance.

23. Vacilando (v)

• Definition: The act of going somewhere when the experience of travelling is more important than reaching the destination itself.

24. Wayfarer (n)

• Definition: A synonym for traveller; particularly someone who travels by foot.

25. Yūgen (n)

• Origin: Japan
• Definition: An intense, mysterious, and profound sense of how beautiful and indescribable the universe is.

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26. Gadabout (n)

• Definition: “A habitual pleasure-seeker” or someone who travels both often and for fun. It comes from the Middle English verb “gadden”, meaning “to wander without a specific aim or purpose”.

27. Gallivanter (n)

• Definition: Someone who is obsessed with travelling for fun or adventure; who ventures in search of amusement.

28. Hodophile (n)

• Definition: Someone who loves to travel!

29. Solivagant (n)

• Definition: A solitary wanderer; someone who travels solo. From the Latin “solus” (alone) and “vagan” (wander).

30. Xenophilia (n)

• Definition: The opposite of xenophobia, this travel word describes the love of foreign customs, cultures, and people.

Remember These Creative Travel Words and Synonyms

Having some synonyms for wanderlust up your sleeve always comes in handy as a travel lover.

It helps you describe your state of mind when you’re desperate to travel and tired of using the same old terms all the time.

With any luck, the wanderlust synonyms and creative travel words in this article will help in this regard.

Now I’d love to hear from you! Which wanderlust synonym did you like best?

Drop a comment below to let me know. And if you’re looking for more words related to travel, click here to learn how to say thank you in every single country in the world!

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60 Beautiful Travel Words Every Travel Lover Should Know

Are you dying to perambulate? Dreaming of the day when you can coddiwomple around? Wondering what the heck those things even mean? If the latter rings true, well, we’ve got some travel words you need to add to your vocab ASAP. Because, let’s be honest , being a lover of travel is almost a language unto itself already . If you’ve got roam in your bones and run across someone else in the world who does too, you just sort of get each other. And so hearing words that capture the inherent magic of being a traveler is bound to stir something inside of you. Or, at the very least, stir you into planning your next trip .

As an added bonus, the following lexicon can serve a few other excellent purposes for the wandering soul — like making for a great tattoo, or helping you beast all of your friends in Scrabble. So, keep reading, but be forewarned… you’re going to want to pack your bags and book a flight by the time you’re finished.

Other Words for Travel

• Pilgrimage (n.): A journey; the course of life on earth.
• Trek (n.): A trip or movement, especially when involving difficulties or complex organization; an arduous journey.
• Voyage (n.): An act or instance of traveling; a course or period of traveling by other than land routes.
• Gallivant (v.): To travel, roam, or move about for pleasure.
• Perambulate (v.): To travel over or through, especially on foot.
• Expedition (n.): A journey or excursion undertaken for a specific purpose.
• Excursion (n.): A usually brief pleasure trip.
• Odyssey (n.): A long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune .
• Walkabout (n.): A short period of wandering bush life engaged in by an Australian aborigine as an occasional interruption of regular work — often used in the phrase go walkabout; something (such as a journey) similar to a walkabout.
• Migrate (v.): To move from one country, place, or locality to another.
• Globe-trotting (adj.): Traveling widely.
• Itinerant (adj.): Traveling from place to place.
• Sojourn (v.): To stay as a temporary resident.
• Traverse (v.): To go or travel across or over; to move or pass along or through.
• Circumnavigate (v.): To go completely around, especially by water .
• Peregrinate (v.): To travel, especially on foot; to walk or travel over.
• Peripatetic (n.): Movement or journeys hither and thither.
• Coddiwomple (v.): To travel in a purposeful manner towards a vague destination.
• Dérive (n.): A spontaneous and unplanned journey where the traveler is guided by the landscape and architecture.
• Hitoritabi (n.): Traveling alone; solitary journey.

Words for Travelers

• Nemophilist (n.): One who is fond of forests or forest scenery; a haunter of the woods.
• Gadabout (n.): A person who flits about in social activity.
• Flâneur (n.): A person who strolls the city in order to experience it; deliberately aimless.
• Nefelibata (n.): One who lives in the clouds of their own imagination or dreams, or one who does not obey conventions of society, literature, or art; “cloud walker.”
• Hodophile (n.): One who loves to travel; a traveler with a special affinity for roads.
• Wayfarer (n.): A traveler, especially on foot.
• Livsnjutare (n.): One who loves life deeply and lives it to the extreme.
• Thalassophile (n.): A lover of the sea; someone who loves the sea, ocean.
• Musafir (n.): “Traveler” in Arabic, Persian, Hindu, and Urdu.
• Nomad (n.): An individual who roams about.
• Solivagent (adj.): Someone who wanders or travels the world alone; a solitary adventurer.
• Luftmensch (n.): An impractical dreamer, literally an air person; someone with their head in the clouds.

Creative Travel Words

• Sturmfrei (adj.): The freedom of being alone and being able to do what your heart desires.
• Resfeber (n.): The restless race of a traveler’s heart before a journey begins; a ‘travel fever’ of anxiety and anticipation.
• Hireath (n.): A homesickness for a home to which you cannot return, a home which maybe never was; the nostalgia, the yearning, the grief for the lost places of your past.
• Sonder (v.): The full definition, taken from The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows , is: “[Sonder is] the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own—populated with their own ambitions, friends, routines, worries, and inherited craziness—an epic story that continues invisibly around you like an anthill sprawling deep underground, with elaborate passageways to thousands of other lives that you’ll never know existed, in which you might appear only once, as an extra sipping coffee in the background, as a blur of traffic passing on the highway, as a lighted window at dusk.”
• Fernweh (n.): An ache for a distant place; missing places you’ve never been before.
• Sehnsucht (n.): A craving for adventure; an intense yearning for something far-off and indefinable.
• Numinous (adj.): A powerful feeling of both fear and fascination, of being in awe and overwhelmed by what is before you.
• Vagary (v.): An unpredictable instance; a wandering journey; a whimsical, wild, or unusual idea, desire, or action.
• Saudade (n.): A nostalgic longing to be near again to something, someone, or some place that is distant, or which has been loved and then lost.
• Trouvaille (n.): Something lovely discovered by chance; a windfall.
• Yoko meshi (n.): The peculiar stress induced by speaking a foreign language.
• Selcouth (adj.): Unfamiliar, rare, strange, and yet marvelous.
• Yugen (n.): A profound, mysterious sense of the beauty of the universe that triggers a deep emotional response .
• Novaturient (adj.): A desire to seek powerful change in one’s life; the feeling that pushes you to travel.
• Travitude (n.): When you start to feel grumpy and sassy because you miss traveling.
• Eudaimonia (n.): The condition of human flourishing or of living well.
• Ukiyo (n.): Living in the moment, detached from the bothers of life; “the floating world.”
• Strikehedonia (n.): The joy of being able to say “to hell with it.”
• Solivagant (n.): To wander alone. Someone who is a solo adventurer who travels the world. This word comes from the Latin word solivagus , which means lonely or solitary.
• Eleutheromania (n.): A great or incredible desire for freedom. This is a person who has an intense longing for liberty and independence.
• Cockaigne (n.): A place of luxury or idleness. This word comes from the French word cocaigne, which means “the land of plenty.”
• Ecophobia (n.): An abnormal fear of home surroundings.
• Morii (n.): The desire to capture a fleeting moment.
• Exulansis (n.): This is what you feel when you stop trying to explain or talk about an experience because the surrounding people cannot relate to it.
• Rückkehrunruhe (n.): The feeling of returning home after a trip and finding that you keep forgetting you’ve been away. The person has to constantly remind themselves that the excursion even happened.
• Absquatulate (n.): To flee or leave abruptly without saying goodbye.
• Onism (n.): The awareness of how little of the world you’ll experience. The frustration of being stuck in just one body that inhabits only one place at a time.
• Hygge (n.): The cozy feeling of relaxing with friends while having a meal or drinks. A quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a sense of contentment or well-being.

This article was originally published on Jan. 8, 2021

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Who is a Travel Enthusiast?

If you love travelling frequently , get excited by the very thought of seeing and feeling the unknown, and love to discover new relationships and places, you are a travel enthusiast.

A travel enthusiast is much more than someone who enjoys watching videos or reading about other people’s experiences abroad.

As a frequent traveler, you are aware of how crucial trip preparation is. Additionally, planning is enjoyable in and of itself.

The first trip taken by a travel enthusiast is just as exciting as any other trip, and having a basic understanding of travel is always helpful.

The discussion below may assist you in creating an easy path for your travel itinerary if you are about to leave on your first trip.

• Your travel destination: It’s crucial to choose your travel destination in advance and to do the necessary research on it. To ensure your comfort level, you must be aware of the geography, climate, tourist attractions, laws, and religion of a location. Additionally, getting the necessary vaccinations is essential for maintaining your health.
• Gearing up for your trip: Lots of photos and lots of comfort await you on your journey. You can take decent photos and videos and help yourself remember those special moments by having a good camera, laptop, and necessary accessories. Consider the weather when selecting your attire. The first step in a proper comfortable journey is choosing a comfortable travel bag with enough room for your needs.
• Taking care of the important things : Some of the most crucial things to think about when traveling are your visa, your travel fund, and your travel insurance. Check to see if they have been updated with your location in mind. One of the most crucial choices to be made at this point is whether to pre-book your hotel and where it will be located. Ensure that key facilities like restaurants, hospitals, police stations, etc., are close by.
• Consider your travel stress: Whether it’s jet lag or just plain fatigue, it always takes some time to recover from the strain of the journey itself. Before you begin your touring activities, give yourself enough time to recover. You’ll be able to take in everything with a clear head if you have enough time to recover.
• Be sure of your goals: Allow yourself time to reconsider your decision if you are having second thoughts about your planned trip. There is never a shortage of places to go. Their opinions matter if you are traveling with family or friends. The overall experience of the trip may suffer because some people may not share your enthusiasm for it.

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Trying to divide tourism into two distinct categories in the modern era is a difficult task. However, it can be said that there are three different types of tourism based on their general characteristics.

Domestic Tourism

Tourism that takes place within a nation is referred to as domestic tourism. There are two types of international tourism: inbound and outbound. Here is a little description provided alongside the impacts of these three types of tourism: Travelers who engage in domestic tourism do so within their own nation. Visits to family members are typically the most frequent reason for this kind of travel. However, the excursion must take place away from the visitors’ usual residence, and they must stay there for at least one day. Going somewhere for business or pleasure is also referred to as domestic tourism. For many nations, domestic tourism can be a significant economic driver. This can be a path to reduce infrastructural problems, building a better community and earning a good amount of revenue by flourishing local businesses. An essential part of the tourism industry, domestic travel accounted for 73% of all travel and tourism spending globally in 2018, according to a recent study conducted by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). In 2017, there were 1.5 billion domestic day visits in England and 100.6 million domestic overnight trips in the United Kingdom.

Inbound Tourism

A temporary visit and stay in a nation by non-nationals is referred to as inbound tourism. It denotes that tourists from outside the nation travel to that nation and engage in a variety of activities while staying there for a minimum of six months and a maximum of twelve. This type of visit can have a variety of objectives. Economic, political, and social benefits stem from inbound travel. The country gains investment and job opportunities from inbound tourism. The exchange of information and experience between the visitor and the host is facilitated by their interaction. Locals have the opportunity to showcase their way of life and promote it abroad. A total of 24.5 billion pounds were spent by foreign visitors to the UK in 2017, with 21 billion of those dollars being spent in England.

Outbound Tourism

Activities, when citizens of a country travel abroad and stay there for a short period of time—less than 12 months—for a specific purpose, are included in this category of tourism. This type of tourism can serve a variety of goals, just like the earlier kinds.

International cooperation is strengthened by tourism abroad. This type of tourism greatly benefits from the exchange of cultural values. It is one of the main sources of income for some nations. According to data from the World Tourism Organization, the growth rate of outbound travel to the United States in 2018 was 7.9. USA, India, Canada, and other nations exhibit high rates of international travel.

These are the broad categories of tourism. Tourism can be divided into several different categories depending on why someone travels. When people travel for work or a convention, this is known as convention tourism. Travelers who take advantage of incentives to travel are said to engage in incentive tourism. It is known as the health section when people travel for healthcare or medical purposes. In order to understand a country’s history and culture, one engages in cultural tourism. When people travel for leisure and seek out relaxation, this is known as recreational tourism. Young people are most likely to enjoy adventure travel. People travel in search of the exhilaration of adventure while being in close proximity to nature.

Regardless of the type of tourism, there are social, economic, and cultural effects in addition to financial gain. Being on our best behavior for the benefit of tourism and the environment is our responsibility to both the tourist and the host. It is important to remember while traveling that everyone has the chance to create meaningful memories and new experiences, regardless of where they are from or where they are currently located.

What is a Wanderlust Person?

Wanderlust is a strong urge to travel. He could not stay still for an extended period of time due to his wanderlust. More synonyms for wanderlust: restlessness, itchy feet (informally), urge to travel, and unsettledness.

What is a Travel Addict Called?

A historical psychiatric diagnosis known as doromomania was characterized by an uncontrollable urge to walk or wander. The phrase “traveling fugue” has also been used to describe dromomania. Non-clinically, the term has come to be used to describe a desire for frequent travel or wanderlust.

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If you like to travel, you must have heard of social travel or read something about it. And you’re reading the right article to learn more about traveling and socializing. What Is a Travel Enthusiast? The 35 Best Ways to Become One Social travel is more than just going somewhere and taking a break from the same old routine.

With social travel, you can connect with other travelers around the world who share your interests and go on trips together to discover new places and make memories you’ll never forget.

It’s a great mantra for people who usually travel alone but might want a travel buddy to share the adventure and calmness of traveling with or to help a first-time solo traveler find their way around a new place.

There are many things about travel that make it fun, such as the sights, attractions, food, history, and more.

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What Is A Travel Enthusiast?

If you like to travel, you know that planning a trip is the best thing in the world. You think about where you want to go and what cities or countries you want to see for hours. There are many things that can make a city a great place to visit, like art museums, historical sites, great food, lively nightlife, and more.

The world is a big, important place with lots of different things to do . This blog post will talk about the most important things a travel lover needs to know before going on their first trip.

How To Become A Travel Enthusiast

You can become a traveler in many different ways. Some may visit family or friends who live abroad, go on an international trip with their school, or set aside time each year to travel to new places.

There are a few different things a person can do to become a true travel enthusiast:

1. Change your list of places to visit

One of the best ways to get excited about traveling in the future is to make or update a “travel bucket list.” Even if you can’t go there right now, making a list of your dream places to visit will give you something to look forward to in the future.

Start by writing down all the places you’ve been and what you liked best about each one. This will give you a good idea of where you might want to go next, and it will also give you the satisfaction of marking a place as “completed.”

2. Value Your Time

Networking takes time, but it’s important. If you want the best tips for business networking, you should think about all the free time you have when you travel. You only need your laptop, a way to connect to the internet, and the drive to do well. One of the most important things to remember about business networking is to use every moment you have.

Even though meeting people in person is important, you can also connect with them through social media. In fact, the time you spend traveling to business meetings can be a great chance to connect with people in the real world. This can help you build your customer base because people will see you as a person, not just a brand.

3. Get your body and mind ready

If you like to travel, you need to be healthy and able to enjoy whatever the world throws at you. You can try yoga or other activities, such as joining a gym. This will help you stay in shape and get your body ready for long trips.

Just like your body, your mind needs care. Doing things to relieve stress helps. During a hard time, don’t be afraid to talk to a counselor or get medical help if you need to.

4. Take It Slow

This is something everyone should think about, whether they travel or not. It’s hard to deny that it’s too tempting to want to do everything at once. But when you travel, it’s more about making the most of every moment.

It seems like the quality is more important than quantity when traveling, and the slower and calmer you are on the inside, the better your trip will look from the outside. So, wherever you are, just take a deep breath, look around, and go a little slower.

If you do this, you will see life in a completely different way. And maybe that’s the point of traveling in the end.

5. Visit Family Members Or Friends Who Live Abroad

It’s always fun to visit family members who live in other parts of the world when you live in the United States. Whether I’m going to visit my grandparents in Italy or a close friend in New York, I always enjoy spending time with people I care about.

Not only is it amazing to me that I can see family members who live abroad, but I also always learn something new from them. Also, they usually show me the food and culture of their town or city, which makes the trip that much better.

6. Don’t Be Afraid To Travel By Yourself!

I’m one of those people who doesn’t like to travel with other people, though sometimes I don’t mind. But sometimes, like when I first get to a new place, I’d rather go out on my own and see what’s there.

When you go out by yourself, you have to meet new people, find new things, and have all kinds of exciting adventures that you could never have if you went with a group of friends.

It may be hard at first, but it’s worth it in the end because, in my opinion, traveling by backpack is one of the best ways to see the world!

7. Become more prepared to tackle challenges

Whether you travel by yourself or with someone else, it makes you a better person. Yes, traveling makes you smarter, gives you a broader view of the world, teaches you to live in the moment, makes you appreciate life’s experiences, and teaches you to be flexible.

When you get back from your trip, you’ll be better able to deal with the problems you face every day. The new skills you learn from the people you meet on the road or the problems you have to solve that you didn’t expect will help you face problems head-on. So it makes sense that people who have traveled a lot are often good at solving problems.

8. Get Over Your Shyness

In a strange place, there’s no reason to be shy. We know it takes courage to talk to someone, but in the end, it would be worth it. So, try to talk to people you don’t know, find out what they like and don’t like, and ask them a couple of casual questions. Just don’t try to make them angry. This is a good way to meet people who could become your friends for life.

9. Carefully Select Your First Tours

If you’ve always wanted to travel and have finally gotten everything you need, you’re ready to go. It’s always best to start with a place that’s fairly well known.

It could be a guided tour with a group or a visit to a family member who lives abroad. This will give you a safe place to practice your skills and learn how things work. When you’ve been on a few trips, you’ll feel ready to go on the next one with lots of plans.

10. Plan Your Goals

You need a goal if you want to be a successful business owner. Cut your goal into pieces that you can handle. So, you can work toward each small goal by using business networking tips and your desire to travel.

You can connect with people while traveling, but you can also do a lot by going to see them in person. This is the quickest way to build trust and make sure your business grows in the right direction.

Having a goal of growing by 50% in the next 6 months is a good example of this. Instead of trying to reach 50%, make smaller goals. This goal can be reached with a growth rate of 2% per week. This one is a lot easier to hit!

This could be as easy as getting 10 more people to buy from you. The average rate at which sales are made is 20%, so 10 more leads can easily turn into two more sales. This is the extra 2% you need if you’re already making 100 sales a week.

11. Get a new perspective

If it’s not the food that makes you want to travel, it might be the thrill of going somewhere new and different. Travel is all about trying new things and seeing how other people see the world. But you don’t have to hop on a plane or even leave your town to see something new.

If you’re at home, you can find walks nearby that you haven’t had a chance to try yet, or you can walk around the block in a different way. Small changes like these can make a big difference.

12. Make a customized trip that is more fulfilling

Just talk to a local on any social travel site to meet people while you’re traveling alone. If you go on a trip by yourself, you can make it fit your wants and needs. When you go on a trip with friends or family, the plans are usually based on what everyone thinks. You need to talk with your family or friends about everything, from the budget to the hotels and places to see.

But when you go on a trip by yourself, no one will be there to change your plans or schedule. You can plan the whole trip on your own, including where you’ll stay and what you’ll do.

On a solo trip, you also get to meet locals more often, which can help you learn more about the people there, like their language, culture, and way of life. When you travel with family or friends, this is not at all possible. On a travel buddy site, you can find a travel friend who is a local of the place you want to visit.

13. No Harm In Being A Bit Adventurous

Breaking your own rules and getting out of your comfort zone are the only ways to grow. And one thing that can give you that is adventure.

So try bungee jumping or skydiving and see how it makes you feel and what kind of emotional flood it opens up in you.

People have different tastes, so you just need to find what you like best. In the end, you’d be very happy that you did it.

14. Learning More

The first step for someone who likes to travel is to know some basic facts about the places they want to go. It’s always a good idea to learn something new, whether that’s through travel, magazines, books, or even the Internet. You would be better off reading a book than watching a Netflix show.

15. Prepare Your Mind And Body

16. ask others about travel.

Talking with your friends and family is a great way to get ideas for your next trip. Ask them to talk about their favorite memories and take a quiz to find out where they want to go next.

You could also ask the people in our home-swapping group about their best vacations and favorite homes to swap with.

17. Plan an itinerary for your next trip

In addition to making a bucket list, planning your next trip is a great way to look forward to a better future.

Getting ready for a trip and making plans for it can be just as fun as the trip itself, so make an itinerary for your next adventure. Even though you might not be able to choose exact dates yet, you can start by making a list of the things you want to see and do in the places you want to visit. Read up on the area in travel guides, and if you want, you can send a message to other Love Home Swap members who live in the places you want to visit and ask them for advice.

18. Prepare for the Worst

Prepare for the worst, but always hope for the best. For example, making a networking profile will help you build a group of contacts that can help you find opportunities in the market.

But getting ready for the worst will let you check the facts. If you don’t, it could be a mistake that makes you look bad or costs you money.

19. Save Money

You can’t always go somewhere just because you want to. Having enough money saved up for travel costs is very important. It can be cheap to travel, but only to a certain point.

There is always a bare minimum below which you can’t enjoy something fully. Start putting money aside as soon as you can for your trips.

20. It’s Not Necessary To Always Live By Your Guidebook

You don’t have to always follow the rules. Bad things can be fun sometimes, too. So, why not walk down some less-traveled paths and check out some low-key tourist spots while you still can?

How do you do it? Let’s say you’re in another city in India. Talk to the people there about different places in India and learn about their culture. In the end, you’ll have a lot of stories to tell your friends and brag about.

21. Join A Club Or Organization That Specializes In Traveling

There are many ways to get interested in traveling. For example, you can go to another country to take part in a sports event. You could go deep-sea diving or scuba diving, travel around the world to see ancient religious sites, or even visit family members who live in other countries.

In the end, if you love traveling, you should get out there and do it! There are a lot of clubs and organizations that help people travel. For example, companies like STA Travel are made just for college students who want to find great deals on flights and hotels.

Joining a club or organization is not only fun, but it can also save you a lot of money when you plan your next trip abroad.

22. Travel vicariously

Even if you can’t leave your house, you can still transport yourself to a new place by using your mind. You can do this from the comfort of your own home. Read books about traveling, stock up on travel guides, and even watch movies and TV shows from other countries.

As a result of everyone putting their travel plans on hold, many museums and art shows, such as the MoMA in New York City and the Natural History Museum in London, are now offering virtual tours.

If you want to travel more in nature, you can bring the outdoors in with a virtual field trip. You can visit many National Parks, explore the Great Barrier Reef with David Attenborough, or even walk through some of the world’s most famous Botanical Gardens.

Every business owner needs to think about how much money they have and if they can spend it on a business trip or a new line of products.

Your budget is up to you, but if you like to travel, you’ll need to have enough money to go on business trips or vacations. But how important the budget is for this will depend on whether you are traveling to find work or just for fun.

There is a big difference between the two, and the best entrepreneurs will be able to do both while traveling and making money from it. Doing something you love will make it easier for you to deal with problems and be successful in the long run.

An important part of being a successful businessperson is being able to travel. But with some planning and a good set of business networking tips, you can make the time spent waiting for your bags less stressful and more productive, which will greatly improve your chances of success.

24. Job On The Go

If you want to travel all the time for a living, you need a lot of money. If you don’t already have a lot of money, you should find a job that fits with your travel lifestyle.

Even if you have a full-time job but like to travel a lot, it’s likely that a good amount will be taken out of your pay. So, you need more than one way to make money to keep your hobby going.

25. Always Pack Light

One of the most important things for any traveler to know is that they don’t need to bring all those heavy suitcases and stuffed bags with them.

The best way to have fun is to pack light and enjoy the trip. By doing this, you’ll have less to carry, so less will get broken. It will also help you save a lot of time.

26. Don’t Live A Sedentary Lifestyle

There’s no reason to do nothing at home if you want to become a travel fanatic. I used to be a fat kid who didn’t like going outside and didn’t work out much.

But as I got older, I realized that if I wanted to travel, I had to change how I lived. I now regularly go to the gym, eat healthy food, and try to spend as much time as possible outside. You need to do all of these things if you want to be able to enjoy traveling!

27. Always Have A Phone By Your Side

It’s great to always have your smartphone with you, whether you’re in a different country or just a different city in your own.

It can save your life when things go wrong. So, make sure it’s always charged and that the data on your phone works all the time.

28. Keep A Positive Attitude Towards Life

Everyone’s life has its ups and downs, and as a travel lover, you can deal with them too. Having a positive outlook on things helps you keep your spirits up even when things are hard.

Small things like a flight delay can make you feel bad, but if you always have a good attitude, you might be able to find something better to do with your extra time.

29. Get cooking

One of the best parts of traveling is getting to try all the great food. Try to change up your usual weekly meal plans and try out new recipes from other cultures. You can make Japanese gyoza or Spanish paella. Not only will this give you a taste of other cultures, but it’s also a fun thing for the whole family to do together.

30. Listen To Music By Traveling Musicians!

There are a lot of musicians who go all over the world to play in different places and countries. Bands like Mumford & Sons, The Lumineers, and Beirut, for example, toured for a long time before putting out their first albums.

Even if you don’t travel as much as they did, it’s still a good idea to listen to their music so you can hear how their travels affected their writing and sound.

31. Learn a new language

Unless you home-school, most of us have more time on our hands. This is a great time to brush up on your French or finally learn how to speak Spanish in everyday situations . There are a lot of great apps out there. Duolingo is a well-known platform that lets you learn over 31 languages, and Babbel is a great way to learn everyday phrases. You can also explore classes at Berges Institute that provide structured learning opportunities on Spanish articles and other profound aspects of the Spanish language. Focusing on a language for one of your “bucket list” places is an easy way to make a promise to learn a new language.

32. Get Travel Insured

One of the things you should never forget to do is get travel insurance. Things could get worse, and all you can do is get ready for it.

There are different kinds of travel insurance, and you should choose one based on your trip. You won’t have to worry about some parts of your trip if you’ve already taken care of them.

Also, travel insurance gives you access to a number of services you can use while you’re away.

33. Write about your experience

When you get back from your trip, you’ll have a lot to tell people about what you did and what you learned. Because social travel lets you learn about a place’s culture or live there like a local, the stories you tell about it will be more interesting.

You might be able to share your travel stories on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or on your own website as a blog post. It will definitely help other travelers learn how to travel alone in certain places or get ideas for the best route to take. You can also share your travel stories on a blog and get paid for it. Many travelers make money from their blogs, which they then use to pay for more trips around the world. One of them could be you.

34. Make Sure That Your Passport Is Up-To-Date!

Let’s face it: even if you love to travel, there are times when you just want to stay home and relax.

You might be happy just to sit in your house and read a good book, but if you want to go on a trip, you’ll need to. Make sure your passport is up-to-date so you can go anywhere in the world at any time!

35. Get offline

No matter what you do during this time, you might want to take breaks from digital news and social media every so often. Set a time to look at the news, like first thing in the morning or later in the evening.

Use the time you would normally spend on these apps to do things you normally wouldn’t have time for. For example, instead of reading the news when you take a break from work, why not pick up the phone and call a friend? Or take a quick walk around the neighborhood to get some fresh air?

As a travel lover, you can go anywhere in the world and learn about anything you want from first-hand experience. Give yourself enough time to plan your trips, learn about where you want to go, and make sure you can pay for them so you can have those once-in-a-lifetime experiences often. You can see the Northern Lights in the Nordic landscape or the glowing waves in the quiet, breezy nights of the Caribbean. You can be there to remember how you felt as you slowly get better at traveling.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about What Is A Travel Enthusiast?

What does it mean to be a travel enthusiast.

How to Become an Avid Traveler

If you’re thinking, “What, a child molester?” Yes, someone who loves to travel is a hodophile. The next time you talk to your friends, that will definitely get their attention.

What makes people want to travel?

Work, family, health or medical care, and social or economic needs can all be reasons. People who like to travel like to relax, learn about new cultures, try new foods, and see beautiful places that are different from where they live. Some people like being on a boat, plane, train, or car that is moving.

Who loves traveling is called?

Hodophile is a word for someone who loves to travel and has a special love for roads.

What is a travel addict called?

They have what experts call a “strange urge to travel,” which is also called “Dromomania.” Studies have shown that people tend to be happier in their lives if they spend their money on things like travel. They are more creative and have more open minds.

Who travels a lot?

An EXPLORER is the only word for someone who goes on trips.

Why is travel important to live?

By learning about culture, food, new places, music, and how people live their everyday lives in different parts of the world, traveling helps people connect with each other. It’s the best way to learn something in person. You can only learn so much about a place from the internet.

How does traveling change who you are?

When you travel, it’s great to see new places, meet new people, and learn about a different culture. It is said to help people make changes in their lives. This is because it helps relieve stress and gives you a feeling of being refreshed.

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Moscow Travel Guide: Best Things to Do + More [2023]

· everything to know about visiting moscow, including the best things to do and how to get around. ·.

Moscow is Russia’s vibrant capital city, and it also happens to be the largest city in all of Europe. The city’s long and infamous history makes it one of the most unique places we have ever visited.

The architecture ranges from centuries-old palaces to uniform, gray concrete buildings. The people range from cold and private to warm and welcoming. Moscow is a city is strong juxtapositions, and we learned a lot during our time there.

This post will break down all you need to know about visiting Moscow, including the best things to do, how to get there, how to get around, and more.

The Best Things to Do in Moscow

1. explore the red square.

The Red Square is the heart of Moscow. Most of the city’s top attractions can be found here, including just about everything on this list. The Kremlin, St. Basil’s Cathedral, and Lenin’s Mausoleum are all located here, and the State Historical Museum and GUM are not far from here, either.

The Red Square is a common home for parades, protests, and seasonal celebrations. There are massive Christmas celebrations here, with food vendors and carnival rides set up in numbers.

2. Check Out the Ziferblat

The Ziferblat is a café in Moscow that is unlike any café we have ever been to. While most cafes charge you for your drinks and food, the Ziferblat charges you for your time.

Upon arrival, you are given a clock. When you leave, the barista calculates how much time you spent in the café and charges you accordingly. This concept was created to help visitors to be more intentional with their time, and the cafe itself is incredibly charming.

For a detailed look at everything you need to know before you visit, make sure you read my post about visiting the Ziferblat Cafe in Moscow .

3. Marvel at St. Basil’s Cathedral

St. Basil’s Cathedral is one of the most iconic churches in the world, and it was the single thing we were most excited to see while in Moscow. Built almost 500 years ago, St. Basil’s Cathedral is recognized by its colorful domes and whimsical style. The church is of the Russian Orthodox faith, and the inside is just as wondrous as the outside.

St. Basil’s Cathedral is located on the edge of the Red Square, making it incredibly convenient to visit. Entrance for non-worshippers costs 800 rubles, and tickets can be bought at the church

4. Explore the Kremlin

The Kremlin is the largest active fortress in Europe, and it is the site of most of Russia’s government affairs. In addition to government buildings, the Kremlin Complex is filled with courtyards, towers, and museums that are open to the public. If you have the time, you could spend a couple of days fully exploring all that there is to see in the Kremlin.

5. Walk Through Lenin’s Mausoleum

Vladimir Lenin is one of the most important figures in Russian history, and his body is located perfectly embalmed in a mausoleum in the Red Square. The Mausoleum is open to the public to visit, and as long as you are willing to go through a few security checks, it is easily one of the best things to do in Moscow. Its convenient location in the Red Square makes it a can’t miss attraction.

There is absolutely no photography allowed inside the Mausoleum. Do not test this rule.

6. Wander Along Arbat Street

The Arbat is a very popular street in Moscow that is lined with stores, cafes, and other touristy attractions. It is one of the oldest streets in the city, dating back to the 1400s. This street is both quaint and trendy, and there are many walking tours that introduce tourists to the neighborhood’s wonders and highlights.

7. Catch a Show at the Bolshoi Theatre

As a lover of the arts, it is hard to think of Moscow and not think of ballet. Russia has always been a top dog in the world of fine arts, and Bolshoi Theater is one of the best places to catch a performance. We were lucky enough to attend an Opera here, and it is a venue that you don’t want to miss out on if you enjoy opera, ballet, or orchestral performances.

8. Visit the State Historical Museum

The State Historical Museum is one of the most respected museums in Moscow. Despite its name, it is not really focused on the history of Russia as a nation. Rather, it contains a collection of artifacts from all throughout Russia’s history.

The museum’s collection is very broad in nature. It houses some items from indigenous tribes that used to occupy the region, pieces collected by the Romanov family, and more.

9. Wander Around GUM

GUM is an absolutely massive mall within walking distance of the Red Square. It isn’t just the size that draws visitors here; it’s the sense of luxury. The mall is so beautiful inside, much like the metro stations.

While visiting a mall might not sound like it belongs on a bucket list, this mall does. You will not want to miss out on visiting GUM while in Moscow.

10. Admire the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

While St. Basil’s Cathedral is the most iconic church in Moscow, it isn’t the only one. The Cathedral of Christ the Saviour is absolutely stunning, with massive golden domes. It is the tallest Orthodox church in the world, and it is the seat of the Orthodox Patriarch of Moscow.

It is located just about a mile from the Red Square, just south of the Kremlin Complex. You can walk to it from the Red Square in about 20 minutes.

How to Get to Moscow

Flying to moscow.

Moscow has three major international airports: Sheremetyevo (SVO) , Domodedovo (DMO) , and Vnukovo (VKO) . All three of them are directly connected to downtown Moscow by the Aeroexpress trains, which leave every 30 minutes throughout the day. By Aeroexpress train, you can expect to get to the city center in 25-45 minutes depending on the airport that you fly into.

Sheremetyevo is the biggest and busiest of the three airports, and it is the one you are most likely to fly into – especially if you are coming from outside of Europe or the Caucus region. We flew into Sheremetyevo on a direct flight from New York City.

I usually provide backup airport options, because flying right into the city isn’t always the cheapest way to get where you’re going. Unfortunately, when it comes to Moscow, don’t really have a choice other than to fly right into Moscow. It is a very remote city, and it is usually the cheapest place to fly into in Russia as a whole.

Since Sheremetyevo is so busy, you will probably find a great flight option anyway. I wrote in  my post about finding cheap flights  that using hub airports will lead to more affordable airfare, and the same logic applies here. Even though Russia’s national airline, Aeroflot, is no longer a member of the SkyTeam Alliance, Moscow is still a major hub connecting passengers from all over the world.

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Train or Bus to Moscow

Trains and buses are one of the most popular ways to get around Europe. However, they’re of very little use when you’re trying to get to Moscow.

Moscow is hundreds of miles from the nearest major cities. The only major European city that can even be reached within 8 hours on the ground is St. Petersburg, and even the Baltic capitals of Riga, Vilnius, and Tallinn are over 12 hours away.

If you want to get to Moscow, the best option is almost always to fly. While the train routes to Moscow are scenic, they simply take forever.

How to Get Around Moscow

METRO | TROLLEYS | TRAMS | BUSES

Moscow has one of the most memorable metro systems in the world. Its metro lines are very deep underground, and the stations are absolutely stunning. Each station has its own unique style, but all of them contain escalators that seem to go on forever.

The system was built in an effort to showcase the power of the Soviet Union and its bright future. The plans were a form of propaganda, but they resulted in what is still one of the most visually appealing subway systems on earth.

Moscow’s metro system isn’t just pretty. It is also very useful and accessible. The system has 17 lines that connect the city and its surrounding area.

But wait; there’s more!

The Moscow metro system is also incredibly affordable, with each ride costing less than a dollar. The metro is by far the best way to get around Moscow, as it is almost impossible to beat the connection times and the low cost to ride.

Tickets can be bought at electronic, English-speaking kiosks in stations, or directly from ticket counters at certain larger stations. There are also day passes available, which are a very solid option if you plan on riding the metro several times per day.

The metro is by far the best way to get around Moscow.

In addition to the metro system, Moscow also has a network of buses, trams, and trolleys. This system is nowhere near as convenient or well-connected as the metro, though, and is likely of little use to you during your trip. There is no Uber in Moscow, but a similar app named Yandex is available if you need a ride in a pinch.

How Many Days Do You Need in Moscow?

Moscow is the biggest city in all of Europe, and it is absolutely loaded with things to do. You could spend weeks in Moscow and still find new things to do. Of course, most travelers don’t have that kind of time to spend in one place!

I recommend spending no less than three full days in Moscow, and ideally closer to five or seven.

Moscow is very spread out, and it can take some time to get from one major point to another. There are also so many places that are nice to just sit back and relax, which is hard to do when you’re in a hurry trying to cram activities into just a few days.

If you only have a week to visit Russia, I’d advise spending all of the time in one city. If you decide to split your time between Moscow and St. Petersburg, I recommend not trying to squeeze in any day trips beyond those two cities.

When Is the Best Time of the Year to Visit Moscow?

There are two different ways to approach this question. Personally, I think the best time to visit Moscow is around Christmas and New Year’s Day. While the weather will be absolutely freezing, Moscow is a surreal winter wonderland in December and January.

We were in Moscow right before Christmas. While it was very cold, you can always bundle up. Exploring the Christmas markets and pop-up ice skating rinks throughout Moscow is one of my favorite memories from anywhere I’ve traveled, and I dream of going back to do it again.

If you aren’t fond of the cold, Moscow is beautiful in the summer. It tends to get pretty cold in the shoulder seasons, so if you want warm weather, you should plan to visit in the summer. Moscow actually gets pretty warm in July and August, and there are a bunch of fantastic places to soak up the sun within the city.

The best time to visit Moscow is either around Christmas or from late May to August.

Is Moscow Safe to Visit?

While Moscow is a truly wonderful city, there’s no denying that visiting Russia comes with risks. As the country is run by an infamous communist dictator, concerns about visiting are valid. While we didn’t experience any sort of threat or negative treatment during our time in Moscow, we visited in a peaceful time.

In our experience, Russia doesn’t seem to detain normal Americans or Westerners to use as pawns. As a regular person, as long as you don’t commit any crimes, there is a slim chance you will run into any issues. However, Russia will not hesitate to enforce its laws against foreigners, and illegal behaviors will likely land you in a very compromising position.

Russia will not hesitate to enforce its laws against foreigners, and illegal behaviors will likely land you in a very compromising position.

To make matters worse, Russia has a bad reputation for gang violence. While the Russian mafia has very little interest in normal Western tourists, they won’t hesitate to pick a fight with anyone who ventures into their sphere of influence. If you seek out illegal substances or activities, you could be a target of the mafia.

If you seek out illegal substances or activities, you could be a target of the mafia.

Finally, since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, things are all very different. Russia is currently at war, and there are battles raging within 8 hours of Moscow. While it is still relatively safe to visit, that could change at any time as the war with Ukraine continues.

Is Moscow Worth Visiting?

Without a doubt, Moscow is worth visiting. It is one of the most unique major cities we have ever visited, and we hope to make it back one day. The Russian Orthodox churches are stunning, the city’s history is unlike any other, and the food is to die for.

While many visitors prefer St. Petersburg to Moscow, I think Moscow deserves a lot of hype of its own. Moscow is the beating heart of Russian culture and history, and it’s a place I highly recommend checking out if you have the chance.

That’s all we have for you about Moscow! I hope this post was helpful as you plan your trip to Russia’s capital.

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Thinking of visiting Russia? When visiting such a famous city, one must, of course, visit the iconic landmarks first. Moscow has plenty of those, most of them in the center of the city, which is very well-planned for tourists. Once you’ve seen the sights that are on most travelers’ lists, it’s time to branch out and visit some of the lesser-known sites, and there are some fascinating places to see and things to do.

I know this list is long, but I just couldn’t help myself. You probably won’t have the time to see them all. But that’s okay. Just scroll through the list and choose what sounds the most interesting to you. Where possible, make sure to book in advance, as things can get crowded, especially during high season.

1. The Red Square, Kremlin, And Surroundings

Red Square (Krasnya Ploshad) is the heart and soul of Russia, and where much of the country’s history has unfolded. This is the most famous landmark in Moscow and indeed the whole country, it’s an absolute must-do! The square is always full of people and has a rather festive atmosphere!

Saint Basil’s Cathedral

This is the famous church with the rainbow-colored, onion-domed roof. The cathedral was commissioned in the 1500s by Ivan the Terrible and according to legend, the Tsar thought it was so beautiful, that he ordered that the architect’s eyes be cut out afterward, so he could never build anything more beautiful! He wasn’t called Ivan the Terrible for no reason!

Lenin’s Mausoleum

The “love-it-or-hate-it” of tourist attractions in Russia. A glass sarcophagus containing the embalmed body of Russian revolutionary, Vladimir Lenin. It may seem a bit bizarre to display the mummy of a person, but it has been there for almost half a century and the 2.5 million visitors who come each year, clearly feel the queuing and thorough body search are worth it, to be in Lenin’s presence.

Pro Tip: no photos and no loud talking are allowed inside the Mausoleum.

Eternal Flame

There is an Eternal Flame in honor of an unknown soldier on the left side of Red Square. The hourly changing of the guards is worth seeing.

The Kremlin is the official residence of the Russian president. You can see it from the outside, or you can take an excursion to one of the museums located inside. This is the biggest active fortress in Europe, and holds a week’s worth of attractions! Once behind the 7,332-feet of walls, there are five squares, four cathedrals, 20 towers, various museums, and the world’s largest bell and cannon to see. Worth a special mention is the Armory Chamber that houses a collection of the famous Faberge Eggs.

Pro Tip: You can only go inside the Kremlin if you are part of a tourist group.

2. Bolshoi Theatre

Bolshoi Theatre translates to “The Big Theatre” in Russian, and the building is home to both the Bolshoi Ballet and Bolshoi Opera — among the oldest and most famous ballet and opera companies in the world.

Pro Tip: It’s hard to get an inexpensive ticket, so if you’re reading well in advance of going to Moscow then try buying tickets on the official website . Last-minute tickets cost around $250 per person. If this is out of your budget, about an hour before a performance, you can try buying a ticket at the entrance from a reseller. Most can speak enough English to negotiate the price.

Tour the Bolshoi Theatre: You can take a group guided tour of the Bolshoi Theatre which focuses on the history and architecture of the theatre and behind the scenes. There’s an English language tour that lasts 2 hours and costs around $300 for a group of up to six.

3. Luxury Shopping At GUM And TSUM

Russia’s main department store, GUM, has a stunning interior that is home to over 100 high-end boutiques, selling a variety of brands: from luxurious Dior to the more affordable Zara. Even if shopping is not on your Moscow to-do list GUM is still worth a visit; the glass-roofed arcade faces Red Square and offers a variety of classy eateries. TSUM, one of the biggest luxury malls in town, is right behind the Bolshoi and GUM. It’s an imposing building with lots of history, and worth a visit just for its design and its glass roof.

4. Christ The Savior Cathedral

This is one of Russia’s most visited cathedrals and is a newer addition to the gorgeous array of Muscovite cathedrals, but don’t let its young age fool you. After perestroika, in the early 90s, the revived Russian Orthodox Church was given permission to build a cathedral on this site. It did the location honors and built the largest temple of the Christian Orthodox Church. The façade is as grand as you’d expect, but it’s the inside that will mesmerize you, with its domes, gold, gorgeous paintings, and decor!

The cathedral is located just a few hundred feet away from the Kremlin and was the site of the infamous Pussy Riot protest against Putin back in 2012.

Pro Tip: Bring a shawl to cover your hair as is the local custom.

5. Gorky Park

Moscow’s premier green space, Gorky Park (Park Gor’kogo) is the city’s biggest and most famous park. There is entertainment on offer here for every taste, from outdoor dancing sessions to yoga classes, volleyball, ping-pong, rollerblading, and bike and boat rental in summer. In winter, half the park turns into a huge ice skating rink. Gorky Park is also home to an open-air movie theater and the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art. There is also Muzeon Art Park, a dynamic contemporary space with a unique collection of 700 sculptures. It is located right in front of Gorky Park.

6. Sparrow Hills Park

If you take a walk from Gorky Park, along the Moscow River embankment, you’ll end up in the city’s other legendary park, Sparrow Hills. Although the park doesn’t offer as many activities as its hip neighbor, it has a great panoramic view of the city

Pro Tip: You can take a free walking tour to all of the above attractions with an English-speaking guide.

7. River Cruising

One of the best ways to experience Moscow, and see all the famous landmarks, but from a different angle, is from the Moscow River. Take a river cruise. Avoid the tourist crowds. There are little nameless old boats that do the cruise, but if you are looking for a more luxurious experience take the Radisson Blu cruise and enjoy the sights with some good food and a glass of wine.

8. Metro Hopping

Inaugurated in the 1930s, the Moscow Metro system is one of the oldest and most beautiful in the world. Started in Stalinist times, each station is a work of art in its own right. I’d recommend touring the stations between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. This way, you’ll be able to properly see it without the crowds. Ideally, I’d recommend taking a tour with a knowledgeable guide with GuruWalk, who will tell you stories of forgotten stations and how the history of the country is interconnected with the metro development. If going by yourself, then I definitely recommend checking out: Mayakovskaya, Ploschad Revolutsii, Kievskaya, Kropotkinskaya, Kurskaya, and Novoslobodskaya stations.

Visit the free Moscow Metro Museum: For real train enthusiasts, located in the southern vestibule of Sportivnaya station is a small free museum. Here you can take a peek into the driver’s cabin, see a collection of metro tokens from different cities, and see different models of a turnstile, traffic lights, escalator, and more.

9. Moscow State University View

In his effort to create a grander Moscow, Stalin had seven skyscrapers built in different parts of town; they’re called the Seven Sisters. The largest of these buildings and the one with the best view is the main building of the Moscow State University. Although this is a little outside the city center, the view is more than worth it.

10. Izmailovsky Market

Mostly known for the city’s largest flea market, the district of Izmaylovo is home to a maze of shops where you can get just about anything, from artisan crafts to traditional fur hats, handcrafted jewelry, fascinating Soviet memorabilia, and antiquities. It’s also one of Moscow’s largest green spaces. There are often no price tags, so be prepared to haggle a bit. Head to one of the market cafes for a warming mulled wine before continuing your shopping spree.

The History of Vodka Museum is found here, and the museum’s restaurant is the perfect place to sample various brands of the national drink.

Once you’ve covered the more touristy spots, Moscow still has plenty to offer, and the places below will also be full of locals! So for some local vibes, I would strongly recommend the spots below!

11. Moscow City

With a completely different vibe, Moscow City (also referred to as Moscow International Business Center) is like a mini Dubai, with lots of impressive tall glass buildings. Here is where you’ll find the best rooftops in towns, like Ruski Restaurant, the highest restaurant both in Moscow City and in Europe. Moscow City is great for crowd-free shopping and the best panoramic views of the city.

12. Tretyakov Gallery

Tretyakov Gallery started as the private collection of the Tretyakov brothers, who were 19th-century philanthropists. They gave their private collection to the government after their deaths. If there is just one museum you visit in Moscow, I recommend this one!

13. Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve

Tsaritsyno was a residence of Catherine the Great more than two centuries ago. It became derelict during the Soviet era but has now been fully renovated. With its opulently decorated buildings, gardens, meadows, and forests, Tsaritsyno Park is the perfect place for a green respite in Moscow.

14. Kolomenskoye

A 10-minute metro ride from the city center is Kolomenskoe Museum-Reserve, where you can get an idea of what Russia looked like 200 years ago. You’ll find ancient churches (one dating back to the 16th century), the oldest garden in Moscow, and the wonderful fairytale wooden palace of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich, father of Peter the Great.

15. Ostankino TV Tower

Built in 1967, Ostankino TV Tower was the tallest free-standing construction in the world at the time, it’s still the 8th tallest building in the world and the highest in Europe. It’s also the best observation deck, with a glass floor and 360-degree views. The speedy elevators take you 1,105 feet in next to no time.

Pro Tip: You need to book in advance; entrance is based on specific ticket times and the capacity is limited and only a certain number of tourists are allowed per day. Don’t forget your passport, you’ll need it to get through security.

16. Zaryadye Park

Zaryadye is a newly opened, landscaped urban park so new you won’t find it in a lot of tour guides. The park is near Red Square and is divided into four climatic zones: forest, steppe, tundra, and floodplains, depicting the variety of climatic zones in Russia.

These last three suggestions are a little quirky, but all are really worth checking out.

17. Museum Of Soviet Arcade Games

Release your inner child playing on 66 arcade machines from the Soviet era! What a great way to spend a couple of hours when tired of visiting museums and palaces. The staff speaks excellent English and are happy to explain how the games work.

18. Moscow Rooftop Tour

Take a 1-hour private Moscow rooftop tour with an experienced roofer. I can just about guarantee none of your friends will be able to say they’ve done it! For your comfort, I recommend wearing comfortable shoes. Take your camera, there are some amazing photo opportunities out there!

19. Sanduny Banya

This classical Russian bathhouse opened its doors in 1808 and is famous for combining traditional Russian banya services with luxurious interiors and service. If you enjoy spas and saunas, then you should experience a Russian bathhouse at least once in your life! Go with an open mind and hire a specialist to steam you as it’s meant to be done — by being beaten repeatedly with a besom (a leafy branch)! This is said to improve circulation, but is best done by a professional!

So there you have my list of things to do in Moscow. I could have gone on and on and on, but I didn’t want to try your patience! There are so many things to do in this vibrant city that you’ll definitely need to allocate several days for exploring.

Here are some other reasons to visit Moscow and Russia:

• 7 Reasons To Put Moscow On Your Travel Bucket List
• Russia 30 Years (And 30 Pounds) Ago
• Massive Mysterious Craters Appearing Again In Siberia

Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, before moving to Africa at the age of 21, Sarah Kingdom is a mountain climber and guide, traveler, yoga teacher, trail runner, and mother of two. When she is not climbing or traveling she lives on a cattle ranch in central Zambia. She guides and runs trips regularly in India, Nepal, Tibet, Russia, and Ethiopia, taking climbers up Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro numerous times a year.

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