Sightseeing tour of Moscow by car
Enjoy postcard views of the Russian capital from the windows of a comfortable minivan/minibus. A basic sightseeing program involves getting to know the main attractions of Moscow: Red Square, Bolshoi Theater, Zaryadye Park, Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Gorky Park, Luzhniki, Sparrow Hills, Mosfilm, Victory Park, Moscow City, New Arbat, Boulevard Ring, Tverskaya Street, Novodevichy monastery, GES-2. If you have special wishes, we are always ready to add a “zest” to the standard route.
Our sightseeing tours are conducted in comfortable Mercedes-Benz vehicles — Viano and V-Class minivans (or similar models) and Sprinter minibuses.
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Sample itinerary for a sightseeing tour of Moscow by car
The combination of Radius guides and drivers, along with the starting and finishing points best suited to each client, makes every sightseeing and historical tour unique. This is why no two of our Moscow sightseeing tours by car are the same: you enjoy a genuinely private experience rather than simply following a standard route around the capital’s landmarks. These car tours are ideal for a first introduction to the city, and you can choose where your tour begins and ends.
The exact sightseeing route depends on where the car collects you, your preferences, traffic conditions and any access restrictions in Moscow. Our guides are not only excellent storytellers, but also skilled at planning the route and choosing the most convenient approach to each sight.
For example, an individual sightseeing tour by car from the Baltschug Kempinski Hotel, located in Zamoskvorechye, may look like this.
We collect you from your hotel and cross to the opposite bank of the river. We park at Vasilyevsky Spusk, then explore Red Square and part of Zaryadye Park, allowing between half an hour and an hour for the walk. We then follow the embankment to the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour. Here, we stop and walk up to Patriarchal Bridge (about 15–20 minutes), where your guide will tell you about GES-2, Moscow’s newest art space. We then drive along Prechistenka and Pirogovka to Novodevichy Convent. On a four-hour tour, time permitting, we can stop there for a 15–20-minute walk. We take the Third Ring Road to the Metro Bridge and park at Sparrow Hills for a 15–20-minute stop. We then continue along Mosfilmovskaya Street, Minskaya Street and Kutuzovsky Prospekt, passing Victory Park. From there, we return to the Third Ring Road and head via Presnenskaya Embankment to the Moscow City business district, where we can make a brief stop of 5–7 minutes. We then follow the embankments towards the city centre. On our way «home», we pass along Novy Arbat, Nikitsky and Tverskoy Boulevards, Tverskaya Street and Okhotny Ryad, as well as Theatre Square, Lubyanka Square, Kitay-Gorodsky Proyezd and Moskvoretskaya Embankment. We finish at an inviting restaurant or back at your hotel, bringing the tour full circle.
Questions about the sightseeing tour by car
What happens if our plans change?
We will first offer to reschedule the tour for a convenient date. If rescheduling is not suitable, the refund will depend on how much time remains before the tour begins:
- More than 14 days in advance. We will refund the deposit in full. We will not deduct any transport or guide costs.
- Between 14 days and 24 hours in advance. We will not deduct any compensation for the guide from the deposit. If transport has already been booked and the transport provider will not refund its cost, we will deduct only that amount. If transport has not yet been booked, we will refund the deposit in full.
- Less than 24 hours in advance. We will deduct the amount we are required to pay for transport already booked, as well as compensation for the guide’s reserved time. This is usually the entire deposit.
We will refund the remaining amount and provide a breakdown of the calculation.
How many stops are included?
If the Sightseeing tour lasts 3 hours, then there are 3 exits from the car: for example, Vasilyevsky Spusk (Red Square) or Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Vorobyovy Gory, Moscow City. Sometimes In the course of three hours it turns out to make 4 stops.
If the excursion lasts 4 hours, then 4-5 exits and walks: the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and/or Novodevichy Convent are added, and the stops themselves are made longer.
Please note that the stopping places during the Sightseeing Tour may change due to the road and security conditions in Moscow, as well as the location of the car delivery and your preferences, which, if any, are best stated in advance. For example, Red Square is periodically closed (often the time of its closure is unknown in advance), since the square is a sensitive facility, and then you will not be able to visit it. But we can make a stop near Zaryadye Park and take a walk around Red Square. For other guests, on the contrary, “Red Square is not needed” - in this case, the place of the walking stop can be changed.
Could we get caught in traffic?
In general, excursions are free of traffic jams. Much depends on the route, time of day and year. Traffic jams are rare in the summer, but return in the fall. Peak: evenings before New Year. If you get stuck in a traffic jam, the duration of the excursion does not change, and the cost of the excursion is not compensated. Force majeure circumstances, so to speak. However, since the format of the excursions involves a leisurely ride and a constant narrative from the guide, if we slow down somewhere, we won’t be bored!
Can we add more stops?
It is important to consider where parking is provided. In principle, there are none on Tverskaya. All of the stops listed above offer this opportunity. On Arbat (and other places) we can stop in the side streets, but in order to fit the Sightseeing Tour into 3 hours, you need to exchange one for another, for example, Red Square for Arbat. Or we can extend the Sightseeing Tour to 4-5 or more hours. Then you can walk with a guide to many places.
By the way, parking in the center of Moscow is paid, but in most cases we pay for it ourselves. If parking turns out to be long at the request of the client and in total costs more than 500-1000 rubles, then we can ask the client to pay for parking. But this rarely happens - the guide and driver control the situation.
Can we choose a different route?
Yes. A sightseeing tour by car need not focus solely on the best-known landmarks. For example, we can adapt any of the themed walking tours presented in excursion menu. You can also visit particular places that interest you by car. In these cases, the tour may cost more than a standard sightseeing drive around Moscow. Although ‘standard’ is not quite the right word: Radius tours are led by different guides, with different drivers, and start from locations convenient for our clients. This means that no two ‘standard’ routes are ever exactly alike — every sightseeing and historical tour is different and genuinely tailored to you.
Are discounts or instalment payments available?
Yes. You can pay for the excursion in shares.
“Shares” from Tinkoff helps you divide the cost of an excursion into four equal payments - without commission or additional fees. You will receive the excursion immediately (on the selected date) after paying for the first part. The remaining three will be debited from your card automatically, at intervals of two weeks. Before each payment, Tinkoff will send you a reminder of the debit date. More details about “Shares”: www.tinkoff.ru/dolyame/.
You don’t need any documents or payment of interest to receive an installment plan (we will pay the interest to Tinkoff). Simply select the “Shares” payment method when ordering an excursion (order form below) and place your order. Next, Tinkoff Bank will ask for your phone number and instantly decide whether you can use “Shares”. If everything is OK, the bank’s website will ask for your card details for the first payment.
That is, when ordering an excursion, simply choose the “Shares” payment method and follow the system.
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Today we had another wonderful personal sightseeing tour in English! The guest initially planned to travel by car, but eventually decided that it would be best to explore the city on foot. The weather was fine, and together with the guide Maria they set off from the Balchug Hotel to the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. Read more...
Sightseeing tourThe tour, led by our guide Valeria, left an unforgettable impression. The Artek teachers chose the symbolic beginning of September to enjoy Moscow at night. The tour departed from their hotel on Novoslobodskaya Street. The first stop was Red Square, where the participants admired the splendor of GUM and St. Basil's Cathedral, illuminated by the night lights. Read more...
Top managers of the Metro Cash&Carry company from various cities, including Novosibirsk, Novokuznetsk, Zelenograd and others, went to sightseeing tour of the capitalWe started from their office, passed Leningradskoe Shosse and Leningradsky Prospekt, then drove along Tverskaya Street and saw the entire city center. We went to Red Square and strolled through Zaryadye Park. Read more...
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We took a tour of Taganka designed for 12-year-old children. It was an excellent programme. We covered a great deal of ground and learnt so much. We discovered the story of Dryanaya Street and discussed the Vladimir Highway, the surrounding monasteries and churches, and the Old Believers. We now know where Korovin was born, where Stanislavsky was born and raised, where the Morozov merchant children lived, and why Arseny Morozov was considered such an outrageous figure in his day. We also discussed Solzhenitsyn, discovered where Stalin Avenue was supposed to be built, saw the bunker, walked to the Russian metochion of the Mount Athos Monastery, and learnt why the Illuzion cinema made Taganka famous. Of course, no tour would have been complete without Vysotsky and Lyubimov. We also touched briefly on Taganka Prison, although naturally we did not go there. All in all, it was an exceptionally rich and informative tour! Our guide Alexander was superb!
Our thanks to our guide Alexander for a magnificent sightseeing tour. Alexander’s love for Moscow and its history, his wide-ranging knowledge, elegant and engaging delivery, and personal charm make the tour not merely interesting and informative, but truly delightful! Thank you, Alexander! Tatiana and Tatiana, St Petersburg
On July 18th, we participated in the "Soul of Moscow" group tour led by Alexander. Kitay-gorod and its surroundings revealed a new side to us, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Some of us began intensively studying related materials to broaden our horizons. We'll be back, and we highly recommend it! You won't regret it.
Good afternoon, on June 23rd we had a tour called " The Soul of Moscow ," led by Alexander. He's a very pleasant young man. We visited such lovely courtyards and alleys with him that we never even knew existed, and we learned so much. We really enjoyed everything, and we hope to continue our acquaintance. Alexander! Thank you! We had a great time with you, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. See you there!
This isn't my first time with Radius. This time, I took the Moscow metro . The goal was not only to admire the underground palaces but also to learn how to navigate the metro. As a resident of a region without a metro, I was a bit apprehensive and didn't understand how to navigate the metro. Of course, the internet helps, but live communication is much better. Tour guide Yulia handled this task perfectly. The information was accessible and interesting, the presentation was calm, and the communication style was very friendly. Thank you very much for the tour and the practical experience.
Good afternoon! I gave the "Soul of Moscow" tour to some of the capital's guests. We were thrilled to hear our guide, Anton. It was so informative and engaging, and very warm. To say we were absolutely delighted is an understatement. It turned out to be a truly family-friendly excursion. We learned so many interesting facts. The material was presented professionally, all our questions were answered, and we saw so much. It was simply WOW! Thank you so much, Anton, he's the best!!!!! From now on, I'll only come to you, the Radius team. I highly recommend it. I promise we'll see each other again soon on other tours.
Overall, the tour left a positive impression! Thanks to Alexander for the walk through the courtyards and atmospheric spots of Kitay-Gorod; we certainly wouldn't have done it on our own. The tour was comfortable, and the guide spoke confidently and calmly. One thing we personally missed: we would have liked more of the historical part, relating to ancient Moscow and the history of Kitay-Gorod. There were quite a few stories about the Soviet period and the bar scene, but for our group, this wasn't particularly relevant. We think the program could be a little more tailored to the age and interests of the group. It would also have been interesting to add more historical facts, monuments, and details about old Moscow and the area itself. That said, the tour was still interesting, and some places and churches were truly memorable. These aren't really "cons," but rather suggestions for an even more comprehensive program.
Hello! We had a corporate group of 10 people. Our guide was Anton, and we had a tour of Bulgakov. I would like to point out the excellent organization; everything went smoothly. The managers were very accommodating to our changes in the number of participants. The bus was very comfortable. Anton is a super-engaged and motivated guide. He lives this history and is delighted to share his knowledge and create an unforgettable experience. Everything went well. I highly recommend it!
Thank you for a fascinating tour! It gave me so much food for thought to explore! Note: Review of the "Zamoskvorechye" tour with guide Maria.
I'd like to express my gratitude on behalf of our team! Thank you for keeping to our scheduled schedule despite our lack of organization. Our colleagues appreciated your preparation for the tour! It was informative. Note: Review of the "Modern Residential Complexes, Factory Past, and Avant-Garde" tour of the ZILART residential complex with guide Maria. Maria prepared and conducted a customized tour for employees of the Samolet Group of Companies development company.
Thank you! You have great talent. Good luck! ☺️ You're a wonderful guide! Thank you again! Note: This is a review of the corporate tour "The Heart of the Capital" with guide Maria.
Thank you for a wonderful day today!!)) Note: review of the excursion "The Soul of Moscow" with guide Maria
On behalf of the whole family, I want to thank you for a very informative and interesting tour! Note: This is a review of the "Palace Dungeons" tour with guide Maria.
Good afternoon! I'd like to express my gratitude and that of my guide for organizing the tour! We were very pleased. We'd like to do it again in October, but on a different route — ZIL. Note: This refers to the tour for Samolet Group developers, led by guide Maria.
Thanks to Alexander for the bar tour of Baumanka ! It was fun, exciting, and we discovered so many new places! Awesome! May we reach new heights!
Good afternoon! I was on a tour of Sukharevskaya Square — we went all the way to Tsvetnoy Boulevard. I didn't expect it to be so interesting! For those wondering whether to go — go for it! It truly became one of my most memorable summer memories!
Anastasia, good morning! Thank you and Masha for yesterday! The speakers are happy. The connection through the headphones was often lost, especially at the checkpoint, but that's just our current situation. You could hear if you were standing close, no more than 1.5 meters away. Colleagues have already asked for your contact information. I'd be happy to share it and look forward to another opportunity to work with you. Special thanks to the Director for the Bureau . Note: " Heart of the Capital " tour for participants of the 2025 Moscow Oncology Forum. Guides: Anastasia and Maria.
We'd like to thank Anton and Alexander for leading the tour! It was fascinating to hear how the Krasnaya Presnya district developed and how Prokhorov's influence on our city's development. It was a pleasant immersion into a quiet, previously unexplored area!
Good afternoon, thank you so much, Anastasia. The " Uncle Gilyai " tour was fantastic. Even though we're Muscovites and know a lot about Moscow, the experience was amazing, so much new and interesting happened. We'll definitely be back.
Thank you for the " Heart of Moscow " and " Khamovniki " tours. Anton, a knowledgeable and passionate Moscow guide, gave me the tour. He's a great storyteller, intelligent, well-read, and captivating. You've truly opened up my Moscow to me! I'll definitely be back next summer to explore Moscow with you. I'll recommend your wonderful tour program to all my friends!
Excursions with the Radius travel agency are always a positive experience if you choose them. We planned a tour of Zamoskvorechye on our next visit. We've worked with our guide, Anton, before. We'll definitely recommend him to everyone we know. The tour is informative, not overloaded with dates, and the information is comprehensive yet easy to understand, as it's presented in a light, narrative manner, not like a history textbook, dry and academic. Thank you for this approach. We'll definitely use the Radius agency again on our next visit to Moscow.
Thank you so much for the tour of Zamoskvorechye . Despite the weather, it was very interesting and informative! Note: this refers to the tour with guide Anton.
A huge thank you to Anastasia. We had a fantastic tour of the Patriki district. We learned so much. Anastasia is a true master of her craft. The tour was captivating, not at all boring, lively and interesting. Everyone was delighted. We were full of new impressions. I definitely recommend it. You won't be disappointed!
We explored the Soul of Moscow with my family and Radius on my birthday. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the walk! Anton shared so many interesting facts about the capital and its history, taking us into spiritual depths no one else had even suspected. Most of us were either born or longtime Moscow residents who spent a lot of time walking around. It was educational, heartwarming, and unforgettable. 🙂 Overall, this wasn't my first time walking around Moscow with Anton, and each time was a real adventure!