Neurally generated stories with pictures that are hard to keep silent about. Lyrics, subtle humor and philosophy, where famous historical figures are placed in the proposed circumstances.
Ivan III and the Secrets of the Moscow Freemasons
On that cool Moscow evening, when autumn leaves swirled in the air like gold coins, Ivan III, as if from a portrait, slowly walked through the narrow streets of old Moscow. Lost in thought, pondering the fate of the Grand Duchy, his gaze was drawn to a strange sign glittering in the dim light. It was the Moscow Kabbalah Center—a mysterious place whispered about throughout the city.
A historic meeting in the heart of Moscow
One late autumn evening, a strange scene unfolded in the heart of Moscow at the National Hotel. A howling wind swirled fallen leaves along Tverskaya Street, and passersby, bundled in coats, hurried to shelter from the cold. At that very moment, two remarkable people—Joseph Stalin and Catherine the Great—were seated at a round table in one of the hotel's luxurious rooms. The light from a crystal chandelier, reflecting in…
Meeting on Prechistenka: Mayakovsky and a student
On Moscow's Prechistenka Street, on one of those rainy evenings when it seems the sky has decided to wash away all the city's sins, an absolutely incredible story occurred. However, such stories happen often in Moscow—you only have to look closely. Vladimir Mayakovsky was leaving his editorial office with a volume of his poetry under his arm when his gaze was suddenly caught by a young student from Novosibirsk. She had apparently gotten lost among the luxurious mansions…
A Meeting Across the Centuries: Shchusev and Musk in Moscow
On a cold autumn evening, Moscow was shrouded in a gray fog that seemed to permeate the entire city. In the dim light of its street lamps, the Hotel National towered over Tverskaya Street, a silent witness to many events. Here, in one of the rooms, a meeting was taking place that no one expected. Architect Alexey Shchusev sat at his desk, examining blueprints that he believed had been sent from the future. Shchusev couldn't shake it off...
Margarita and Tsvetaeva: A Meeting of Eras in an Anticafe
One cool autumn day, when Moscow's streets were shrouded in a light fog, a meeting that was never destined to happen took place in an anti-café in the city center. Margarita and Marina Tsvetaeva sat across from each other at a small table in the corner of the cozy dining room. Silhouettes of passersby flickered outside the windows, and the hum of the city could be heard, but inside, an atmosphere of solitude and concentration reigned. Margarita, with…
Tea with a Poet: A Meeting in the Beehive House
It was Moscow, when autumn was already firmly in its grip, and a cold wind blew through the streets, a reminder that winter was just around the corner. On Arbat Street, among the old buildings, stood the architect Melnikov's hive-like house, where two very different men—the entrepreneur and poet Andrei Bely—one day crossed paths. The entrepreneur, a seasoned local man with a knack for business, had come to the house on business. He…
Zhukov and Shukhov's nighttime meeting in the Moscow metro
On that rainy autumn night, when Moscow's streets glittered under the light of ancient lanterns, Marshal Georgy Zhukov descended into the metro. The wind blew dry leaves across Arbatskaya Square, as if reminding him of the battles he had lived through. However, that night, his thoughts were elsewhere. He had descended into the metro to meet the great architect Vladimir Shukhov. Arbatskaya Station, with…
Ivan the Terrible and Brocard: A Football Battle
In the center of the capital, on Red Square, where past and present intertwine in a wondrous dance, stood two very colorful characters. One was Ivan the Terrible, Tsar of All Rus', and the other was Henri Brocard, a French entrepreneur and founder of the famous Novaya Zarya perfume factory. The weather that day was typical of Moscow: the sky, like an ancient dome, was frozen in a gray-blue hue, and a gentle breeze whispered stories of…
Ivan III and Nikolai Khitrovo: A Meeting Through the Centuries
On a sultry summer day in 1825, when the sun relentlessly blazed down on the Moscow streets, two men separated by centuries met at the walls of the Catherine School in Lefortovo. These men—Grand Duke Ivan III and General Nikolai Khitrovo—were seemingly destined to intersect, but in this place and at this time, a miracle became possible. Ivan III, a powerful and wise ruler, stood…
A Meeting of Eras: Chaliapin and Lomonosov in Moscow
Moscow, 1937. Winter that year had been particularly harsh. Snow blanketed the streets like a white blanket, and the chilly air forced passersby to bury their faces in their collars. Guests had gathered in the Column Hall of the House of Unions, a majestic structure steeped in history and marked by many momentous events, for an unusual event. That evening, echoes of the past echoed through the hall. Among the guests were those who knew about…
Ghost and Envy in Shekhtel's Mansion
On a gloomy autumn evening, when crimson leaves fell from the trees as if in a slow-motion dance, the ancient Shekhtel mansion on Patriarch's Ponds was steeped in a mysterious atmosphere. This house, once built in the Moscow Art Nouveau style, concealed a mystery hidden in its stone curves and stained-glass windows that even the most seasoned explorers could not solve. That evening, Alexander Griboyedov, the great playwright and poet, whose…
How a cold inspired Meyerhold at the Elektrozavod
One gray Moscow day, with leaden clouds blanketing the sky and a wind swirling through the streets like an ancient spirit, Vsevolod Meyerhold ventured into the depths of the Elektrozavod. This place, symbolizing the Soviet industrialization of the 1920s and 1930s, seemed the complete opposite of a theater stage, yet it was here that Vsevolod found inspiration for new productions. The steel structures, the hum of machinery, and the smell of oil created an atmosphere in which new…
Poet and General: Meeting on Red Square
One chilly Moscow evening, when the rain seemed to be constantly enveloping the city, Sergei Yesenin found himself in Red Square. The damp leaves rustled softly underfoot, as if whispering something important. The howling wind echoed stories from the past, when the square had witnessed countless events, from ancient rituals to modern rallies. Yesenin, enchanted by the beauty of St. Basil's Cathedral, suddenly felt himself being drawn toward...
Nikolai Gogol and the mysteries of Stalin's Empire style
On a summer evening in Moscow, when a warm breeze barely stirred the leaves of the trees, the ancient streets of the city came alive with the sound of passersby's footsteps and the steady hum of cars. The high-rise on Krasnye Vorota, a majestic symbol of Stalin's Empire style, towered over the city, as if peering into its history. And on that evening, amidst shadows and light, an unusual encounter took place—a meeting of past and present, art and history. Against the backdrop…
Isadora Duncan and Ivan Zabelin: A Football Argument in a Bar
Moscow's autumn, as usual, splashed its gray hues across the streets. The leaves fallen from the trees recalled days gone by, when the sun still warmed the earth. Meanwhile, on Nikolskaya Street, in a small bar, regulars were chatting, and time seemed to stand still in this cozy corner of Moscow. Among the patrons were two legendary figures—Isadora Duncan and Ivan Zabelin. Completely different eras…
Advantages of individual excursions over group ones
- All information from the guide is only for you.
- You don't have to get up early or come at an inconvenient time. You choose when.
- The opportunity to discuss personal impressions and emotions with the guide during the process.
- An atmosphere of tranquility and privacy.
- The guide doesn't make stops at points of sale (at least we certainly don't).
- Take a break when needed - to rest or take photos.
- Without loud laughter and inappropriate jokes from other tour participants.
- Take a good look at the sight - they won't leave without you.
- All attention is on you. Answers to all your questions.
- There is less strain on your hearing and attention, since the guide is literally right next to you and speaks only for you.
- Possibility of adapting the route to your preferences and interests.
- Your photos will not be crowded with other participants.
- Individual Moscow guide remembers you, and you remember him. Such moments remain in memory.
- On a private tour you go deeper.
- Possibility to visit places closed to large groups.
- Opportunity to gain insight or exclusive information.
- The excursion can be either educational or easy, depending on your wishes.
- We pay special attention to the places that interest you.
- Absence of outside pressure.
How much more expensive are personal tours than mass tours?
If you are alone or in pairs, then a sum of several thousand for a walking tour of the city or twenty thousand for a car excursion is significant.
But if you're going for a walk with family or friends, the cost for an individual participant approaches one or two thousand - the amount that each person would pay for a group excursion with strangers.
For your group of 8 or more people, the price becomes even lower when calculated per person, making a private tour truly attractive.
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A mass excursion is tourism, an individual excursion is a journey through the city’s secrets with a personal guide.
The excursion bureau "Radius" offers cultural and historical walks around Moscow, covering the rich history and culture of the capital. Our stylish guides, avoiding memorized texts, make each excursion unique and lively. You can choose a walking route or a sightseeing program by car, as well as order the creation of an individual route, which is especially important for demanding guests, including journalists and foreigners.
For corporate clients, we organize excursions, taking into account our experience working with companies such as Yandex and Russian Railways. We also have gift certificates for excursions available, which makes them an original gift for friends and family. A walk around Moscow with our guide is not only an educational, but also a stylish journey. We conduct excursions in Russian, English, German, Spanish and Hebrew, using various types of transport, including bicycles and scooters.