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Individual tour of the architectural masterpieces of Art Nouveau style

His Majesty Modern

Individual tour of the architectural masterpieces of Art Nouveau style

From Zubovsky Boulevard along the side streets of Prechistenka
Walking tour
2 hours 30 minutes
From 7 000 

Art Nouveau is the silver age of Russian culture, frozen in stone. Let's find the Beautiful Lady, sung by poets, on the facades of Moscow houses. During the excursion we will get acquainted with the masterpieces of the style, its geniuses and heroes. On the route: the mansions of Derozhinskaya, List, Yakunchikova, Gutheil and Kekusheva. The icing on the cake: Isakov’s apartment building.

Background

The Silver Age of Russian culture, frozen in stone, is modernity. The maze of streets between Arbat and Khamovniki hides architectural masterpieces of the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Among ordinary buildings, old and new, there are mansions and houses that look like small castles. We will find the Beautiful Lady, glorified by poets, get acquainted with the masterpieces of the Art Nouveau style, its geniuses and heroes, famous architects and no less famous customers.

On the route of the architectural excursion about Art Nouveau we will meet the mansions of Derozhinskaya, Liszt, Yakunchikova, Gutheil and Kekusheva. The icing on the cake of our trip is Isakov’s apartment building. This delightful five-story building with rich decoration ranks among the best Moscow houses in the Art Nouveau style.

Also we have excursion “Architecture in Moscow”.

Let's meet

On Ostozhenka in front of the old lobby of the Park Kultury metro station (Exit No. 3)

HEAD OF "RADIUS", TOUR GUIDE latigin

Anton Latynin Moscow expert, theater and literary critic, author and leader of dozens of thematic excursions around Moscow in Russian, German and English. He received higher education in Russia and Germany. Graduate of the National Research University Higher School of Economics with a degree in journalism and media communications. A native Muscovite.

Video excerpt from the excursion

Reviews

  1. Good afternoon, we had an excursion on June 23rd, “Soul of Moscow", Alexander conducted it.
    A very nice young man, we visited with him such lovely courtyards, alleys, the existence of which we did not even suspect, we learned so many new things,
    We really liked everything and hope to continue our acquaintance.
    Alexander! Thank you! We had a great time with you and thoroughly enjoyed it. See you soon!
    Tatyana, Galina, Nadezhda June 24, 2026
  2. This isn't the first time I've been with Radius. On my current visit to Moscow, I walked along the Moscow metroThe goal wasn't just 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 little 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.
    Julia June 20, 2026
  3. Good afternoon! I gave the "Soul of Moscow" tour to some of our guests in the capital. 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 was 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 you again soon on other tours.
    Inna May 26, 2026
  4. 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 experienced it on our own. The tour was comfortable, and the guide spoke confidently and calmly.

    What we personally missed: we would have liked more of a historical section related to ancient Moscow and the history of Kitay-gorod. There were quite a few stories about the Soviet period and bar life, but for our group, it wasn't very relevant. We think the program could have been 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.
    Ksenia May 25, 2026
  5. 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 story and takes great pleasure in sharing his knowledge and creating impressions.
    Everything went well. I recommend it!
    Oleg February 19, 2026
  6. Thank you for the interesting tour! It gave me a lot to explore!!!
    Note: Review of the excursion Zamoskvorechye with guide Maria
    Eugene December 7, 2025
  7. 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 tour “Modern Residential Complexes, Factory Past, and Avant-Garde” around the ZILART residential complex with guide Maria. prepared and conducted a tour based on an individual request for employees of the development company GC "Samolet"
    Team of the Samolet Group December 7, 2025
  8. Thank you! You have great talent. Good luck! ☺️ You are a wonderful guide! Thank you again!

    Note: Review on corporate excursion “Heart of the capital” with guide Maria
    Dmitriy December 7, 2025
  9. Thank you for a wonderful day today!!))
    Note: Review of the excursion “Soul of Moscow” with guide Maria
    Natalia December 7, 2025
  10. Let me thank you on behalf of my whole family for a very educational and interesting walk!
    Note: Review of the excursion Palace Dungeons with guide Maria
    Eugene December 7, 2025
  11. Good afternoon
    I'd like to express my gratitude and that of my supervisor for organizing the tour! We were very pleased.
    We would like to repeat this in October, but on a different route – ZIL.

    Note: This is about a tour for developers of the Samolet Group of Companies, conducted by guide Maria.
    Elya September 27, 2025
  12. Thanks to Alexander for the bar tour Baumanka! Fun, exciting and we discovered so many new places! Cool! New heights!
    Kira August 9, 2025
  13. Good afternoon
    Was on excursions along Sukharevskaya Square – we reached Tsvetnoy Boulevard, I didn’t expect it to be so interesting!
    For those who are wondering whether to go or not – go, it really has become one of the coolest summer memories!!!
    Kirill August 4, 2025
  14. Anastasia, good morning!
    Thank you and Masha for yesterday!
    The speakers are happy. The connection in the headphones often failed, especially at the checkpoint, but this is our current life situation. It was audible if they were standing close, no further than 1.5 meters. Colleagues have already asked for your contacts. I will gladly share and will be glad to have a new opportunity to work with you. Special thanks to the Director for the Bureau
    Note: excursion “Heart of the capital"for participants of the Moscow Oncology Forum 2025. Guides – Anastasia and Maria
    Tina July 8, 2025
  15. We would like to express our gratitude to Anton and Alexander for the conduct of the excursion!
    It was very interesting to hear how the Krasnaya district developed. Presni, how Prokhorov's figure influenced the development of our city. A pleasant dive into a quiet, previously unexplored area!
    Dmitriy July 8, 2025
  16. Good afternoon, thank you very much Anastasia, the excursion “Uncle Gilyai"It was simply 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.
    Victoria July 8, 2025
  17. Thank you for the excursions"The Heart of Moscow" And "Khamovniki"I was guided by Anton, a man who knows and loves Moscow. He's a good storyteller, smart, well-read, and captivating. You've opened up my Moscow to me! I'll definitely be back next summer and walking around Moscow with you. I'll recommend your wonderful sightseeing and walking program to all my friends!
    Julia July 1, 2025
  18. Excursions with the travel agency "Radius" are always positive emotions for you, if you have chosen this agency. On your next visit, you planned an excursion to Zamoskvorechye. This is not the first time we have met with the guide Anton. We definitely recommend him to all our friends. The tour is educational, not overloaded with dates, the information is voluminous, but easy to perceive, because it is presented not like in a history textbook, dryly and academically, but in a light narrative manner. Thank you for this approach. We will contact the Radius bureau more than once on our next visit to Moscow.
    Tatiana June 23, 2025
  19. Thank you so much for the tour ZamoskvorechyeDespite the weather, it was very interesting and educational!

    Note: we are talking about the excursion with the guide Anton
    Tatiana May 6, 2025
  20. Many thanks to Anastasia.
    There was a great tour of the area. Patricks.
    We learned a lot of new things. Anastasia is a master of her craft. The tour was exciting, not boring at all, lively and interesting. Everyone was satisfied. Full of new impressions. I definitely recommend it. You will be satisfied!
    Anna May 6, 2025
  21. Studied together with relatives and Radius The soul of Moscow on my birthday. Everyone enjoyed the walk immensely! Anton told us many interesting facts about the capital and its history, led us into such spiritual depths that no one present suspected. Although among us there were mainly those who either from birth or have been living in Moscow for a very long time and walk around it a lot. It was educational, soulful and unforgettable 🙂

    Overall, this wasn’t the first time I’ve walked around Moscow with Anton, and each time it was a real adventure!
    Olga May 4, 2025
  22. Anastasia, good afternoon!
    I wanted to express my gratitude once again for the wonderful excursion on Saturday - we really enjoyed the walk, the information and the communication with you, then we discussed for a long time what everyone remembered and what struck them. It would seem that you have lived in Moscow all your life, there was Moscow studies at school, but it turns out that you still don’t know so much!! In general, thank you very much, my mother said it was the best gift for her birthday!
    Note: this is about the excursion “Soul of Moscow
    Arina January 13, 2025
  23. Good day to all! I would like to share my impressions of the excursion "Journey to Christmas". Our guide was Anastasia. So! Everything was just magical: a slight frost of -4, snow, numerous Christmas trees, decorations, lights, garlands and all this to the interesting educational story of Anastasia. Despite the fact that we knew something about the New Year, there was a lot that was new, unexpected and interesting. And all this to the music of Tchaikovsky. In general, we are delighted. Thank you for the New Year mood you gave us. It is priceless!!!! Thank you!
    Victoria January 5, 2025
  24. Thank you for the tour! Guide - Maria and driver Georgy. I liked everything very much! It was interesting, exciting! Good luck!
    Irina January 4, 2025
  25. Many thanks to Anton, who gave us a tour of VDNKh and the heart of the capital. There were many fascinating stories, practical advice and interesting facts. Excellent organization. Time flew by. I recommend!
    Tatiana December 25, 2024

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Reports on the topic "His Majesty Modern"

Let's start with the unexpected: participants in one of our personal tours of Moscow witnessed a truly unique event! During a stop at A. I. Derozhinskaya's turquoise mansion on Kropotkinsky Lane, built by the great architect Fyodor Schechtel in 1902-1903, a staff member at the Australian Ambassador's residence suddenly decided to turn on the light in the hall. Our guide, Maria, our expert in architecture and more, revealed the news. This allowed our group of five charming ladies to see paintings and frescoes usually hidden from view. Masha, who had previously written a research paper about the residence, enthusiastically shared new details about the house. The light turned on in the former owner's living room allowed the participants to admire murals based on sketches by Borisov-Musatov, which were added during a recent restoration. Read more...

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Advantages of individual excursions over group ones

  • We pay special attention to the places that interest you.
  • At individual excursion you dive deeper.
  • You hear everything the tour guide says.
  • No one is in a hurry. Take a good look at the sights - they won't leave without you.
  • 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.
  • Possibility of adapting the route to your preferences and interests.
  • An atmosphere of tranquility and privacy.
  • Opportunity to gain insight or exclusive information.
  • There is less strain on your hearing and attention, since the guide is literally right next to you and speaks only for you.
  • All attention is on you. Answers to all your questions.
  • 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.
  • Possibility to visit places closed to large groups.
  • The excursion can be either educational or easy, depending on your wishes.
  • Your photos will not be crowded with other participants.
  • Absence of outside pressure.
  • A personal guide remembers you, and you remember him. Such moments remain in memory.
  • Without loud laughter and inappropriate jokes from other tour participants.
 

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.

Our excursion bureau "Radius" specializes in organizing cultural and sightseeing tours of Moscow. We offer both ready-made routes and individual programs, including a personal tour of Moscow's modernism. We work with organizations of various levels, including corporate tours for companies such as Yandex and Uniqlo.

Our guides are professionals of the modern mentality, speaking Russian, English, German, Spanish and Hebrew. They are ready to take you around Moscow on foot, by car, bicycle, scooter or boat.

If you are looking for an original gift, we offer gift certificates for our excursions. This is a great way to please your loved ones and friends with a unique and educational walk around Moscow.

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