World Explorer🇷🇺 Russia travel guide
The world's largest country — from Moscow's Red Square and St. Petersburg's Hermitage to Lake Baikal and Kamchatka volcanoes.
Explore Russia on the 3D globe- Capital
- Moscow
- Continent
- Europe/Asia
- Population
- 144M
- Languages
- Russian
- Currency
- Russian Ruble ₽
- Time zone
- UTC+2 to UTC+12 (multiple zones)
- Area
- 17,098,246 km²
Top places to visit in Russia
- 🏛️ Red Square & Kremlin, Moscow
- 🏰 Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg
- 💙 Lake Baikal (Deepest lake in the world)
- 🌋 Valley of Geysers, Kamchatka
- ⛪ St. Basil's Cathedral
- 🚂 Trans-Siberian Railway
5-day Russia itinerary
Day 1: Moscow arrival
Red Square, St. Basil's, Kremlin Armoury.
Day 2: Moscow metro & art
Famous metro stations, Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow River cruise.
Day 3: St. Petersburg
Hermitage Museum, Church of Savior on Blood, Nevsky Prospekt.
Day 4: Lake Baikal
Circum-Baikal railway, Listvyanka village, ice skating (winter).
Day 5: Departure
Last borscht, matryoshka doll souvenir, farewell.
How much does it cost to travel in Russia?
| Travel style | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Budget | $40/day |
| Mid-range | $100/day |
| Luxury | $300/day |
| Round-trip flight | $500 |
Rough estimates in US dollars. Prices vary by season and departure city.
Useful phrases for Russia
| English | Local | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Hello | Здравствуйте (Zdravstvuyte) | Zdravstvuyte |
| Thank you | Спасибо (Spasibo) | Spasibo |
| Goodbye | До свидания (Do svidaniya) | Do svidaniya |
| How much? | Сколько стоит? (Skolko stoit?) | Skolko stoit? |
What Russia is known for
A strong choice if you enjoy food, nature, culture, nightlife and history.
Russia travel FAQ
How much does a trip to Russia cost per day?
Our estimate is around $40/day on a budget, $100/day mid-range and $300/day for luxury travel, not including international flights.
How many days do you need in Russia?
This guide's route covers 5 days: Moscow arrival, Moscow metro & art, St. Petersburg, Lake Baikal and Departure.
What are the top things to see in Russia?
Highlights include Red Square & Kremlin, Moscow, Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Lake Baikal (Deepest lake in the world) and Valley of Geysers, Kamchatka.
What language and currency are used in Russia?
Languages: Russian. Currency: Russian Ruble ₽.
Check your government's travel advice and entry requirements before you book.