The most comfortable time is from late May to September, and those who like snow and a wintry atmosphere can choose December to February and be well equipped.
Best months: May, June, July, August, September
Approximate temperatures in these months: 8° to 25° (long-term averages, not a forecast)
Getting there
From Israel you usually fly with a stopover, and you shouldn't count on a direct flight. Before traveling, it's important to check the current entry requirements, make sure your passport is valid, and follow the guidelines of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Security Council, as well as travel warnings, which may change.
Flight times and direct flights are only shown from the saved prices below. Check entry requirements (passport, visa) with an official source before you book.
Who it suits
Couples · Friends · Solo travelers
City and Culture · Food and Wine · Shopping · Holidays and Events
How long: 3-5 days
What to do
Red Square
The Kremlin
Saint Basil's Cathedral
Moscow Metro
Tretyakov Gallery
Bolshoi Theatre
Zaryadye Park
Arbat Street
Good to add
Travel insurance
Tickets to the ballet or opera
Airport transfer
SIM card or eSIM
Suggested day plans
A long weekend in the heart of the city
Red Square and St. Basil's Cathedral
A tour of the Kremlin and its museums
An evening walk in Zaryadye Park
A tour of the magnificent metro stations
An evening at the Bolshoi or another performance
Art, markets and neighborhoods
Morning at the Tretyakov Gallery
Walking along Arbat Street
Visit to Novodevichy Convent and its surroundings
Local food and a food market
An evening in the illuminated city center
Tips
The metro is the fastest and most convenient way to get around, and many stations are attractions in their own right.
Most signs are in Cyrillic, so it's worth downloading a map and a translation app in advance that also work without internet.
Israeli and international credit cards don't always work in Russia, so it's worth checking this in advance and planning an alternative payment method.
In winter temperatures are very low, so it's worth bringing layers, a warm coat, gloves and waterproof shoes.
It's worth booking tickets in advance for the Bolshoi and for popular sites.
Before traveling, check the Foreign Ministry's guidelines and the flight situation.
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