Russia is a country spanning Eastern Europe and Northern Asia, with a rich history and culture, from the stunning architecture of St. Petersburg to the iconic Red Square in Moscow, Russia's capital and the largest city in Europe. Don't miss a trip to Lake Baikal and the chance to try traditional food like pelmeni and vodka.
Russia, the largest country in the world, is a destination that should be on every traveler's bucket list. From the iconic onion-domed churches of St. Petersburg, to the grandeur of Moscow's Red Square, Russia offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
First-time travelers to Russia should definitely visit St. Petersburg, the former imperial capital, known for its stunning architecture, world-class museums, and picturesque canals. Don't miss the Hermitage Museum, one of the largest art museums in the world, and the Peter and Paul Fortress, the city's original citadel.
Of course, no trip to Russia would be complete without a visit to Moscow, the country's modern capital. Moscow's most famous landmark is the Red Square, home to the Kremlin, St. Basil's Cathedral and the iconic Lenin's Mausoleum.
For those looking to experience Russia's natural beauty, take a trip to Lake Baikal, the oldest and deepest lake in the world, located in Siberia. It's a perfect place for outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and fishing.
And don't forget to try some traditional Russian food like pelmeni, borscht, and caviar. And a vodka shot is a must-try for any traveler.
Current Active Cases: 2,272,432 🤮
Percent of Population: 1.56%
Current COVID restrictions 😷 for Russia.
- ⚠️ All arrivals into Russia will be temperature checked and will be required to provide a negative PCR test result dated within 48 hours prior to arrival. This applies regardless of vaccination status.
- ⚠️ All foreign passengers must complete a travel form before arriving in Russia. These are usually handed out by cabin crew on arriving flights.
- ⚠️ Testing and quarantine requirements vary depending on where you depart from with entry from some countries currently not allowed so be sure to check before you leave.
- ⚠️ Bars, restaurants and tourist attractions are now open.
👉 View COVID restrictions at Russia's COVID Advisory website
Last updated Feb 20, 2022
COVID status and restrictions change frequently. Please be sure to research COVID restrictions for Russia on official channels to ensure you have accurate travel information before you plan your trip.
💵 Currency
Ruble
🗣 Primary Language
Russian
🔌 Power
230 V, Type C & F plug (2 round pins)
👨👩👧👦 Population
144,100,000
🗺 Land Area
6,612,000
📍 Region
Eastern Europe
📆 Average Stay
10 days
💳 Cashless
70%
💁♂️💵 Tipping
Yes (15%)
👨👩👧👦📸 Tourists per Year
6,400,000
👨👩👧👦📸 Tourists (now)
No Data
🕺🏻💃 Gender Ratio
🕺🏻 43% 💃 57%
👶 Median Age
39.6
👨👩👦👦 Population Density
23 / sq. mi.
🍻 Legal Drinking Age
18
🚬 Public Smoking
🚭 No
🔫 Guns per capita
12.3
🔪 Murder Rate
10.2
🌧 Rainfall (average)
22.5 in.
📡 Internet Speed (average)
76 Mbps
🚕 Best Taxi App
Yandex.Taxi
🚰 Tap Water
👍 Safe to Drink
💸 VAT Tax
20%
🇪🇺 In the EU
👎 No
🛂 Shengen Country
👎 No
⭐️ Capital City
Moscow
🇬🇧 Speaks English
30%
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🎒💵 Cost per day - Backpacker
$24
🏨 Hotel (per night)
$21
🏨 Hotel (per week)
$75
🛏 Hostel (per night)
$12
🛏 Accommodations
$39
🍲 Food
$18
🍔 Lunch (for 1)
$3
🍳 Breakfast (for 1)
$7
☕️ Coffee
$1
🍺 Beer (0.5L)
$12
💧 Water (bottle)
$1
🎟 Museum Entry
$9
💁♂️💵 Tips
$1
🚎 Transportation
$15
🚕 Taxi Ride
$5
🚌 Bus Ride
$2
🚇 Subway Ride
$2
🦹♂️ Scams/Robbery
$1
💵 Cost per day
$92
💰🤑 Cost per day - Luxury
$189
🍷 Wine (glass)
$12
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Moscow
Russia
Current COVID Restrictions 😷 for moscow.
Current Active Cases: 0 🤮
Percent of Population: 0.00%
COVID restrictions not available at this time.
Last updated July 13, 2021
Saint Petersburg
Russia
Current COVID Restrictions 😷 for Saint Petersburg.
Current Active Cases: 0 🤮
Percent of Population: 0.00%
COVID restrictions not available at this time.
Last updated July 13, 2021
St. Basil’s Cathedral
moscow
Kremlin
moscow
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