Private Tour: Moscow Food and Culture with Friendly Local Guide

Summary

Your tour begins in the morning, or specify your own time when booking, at your Moscow accommodation, where you greet your guide and receive a personalized overview of the city’s culture and cuisine. Begin by strolling the streets of Moscow’s historic downtown, home to Kuznetsk Bridge, Petrovka Street, Stoleshnikov Lane, and Mokhovaya Street. Snap photographs of impressive structures such as the Moscow Mayor’s House and the Russian State Library, the biggest in Europe, before sating your appetite with a 3-course lunch in one of two favorite local restaurants. Feast on classics such as borsch, chicken schnitzel, pickled vegetables, and chicken noodle soup, inspired by Ukrainian and Russian culinary traditions. Sated, wander the streets of Kitay Gorod, a Bohemian enclave home to the 18th-century Bolshoi Theater and a plethora of artisan markets. Sample snacks from either a Georgian or Siberian restaurant, with options including baklava, khachapuri (a sweet drink made from berries), or pancakes with your choice of filling. Upgrade your tour and savour a delicious coffee and dessert experience in one of Moscow's hippest coffee shops.  Your tour culminates with drop-off at a location of your choice.  Please see the Itinerary section for a full sample menu

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Say nyam nyam and get ready for Russian Food & Culture on this private food tour. Your friendly local guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel at your preferred time and your cultural experience starts from there. You'll start with a brunch/lunch in a local authentic café with a casual style and an original interior. See the most historic areas of Moscow, and try Russian pies or pancakes, Ukrainian borsch or Georgian Khachapuri, combined with local hospitality, cozy nooks and fascinating facts about local cuisine and history. You’ll try food in two amazing restaurants - Russian/Ukrainian and Georgian on a 3-hour tour. If you opt for a 4-hour tour you'll also have coffee+dessert experience in the best funky coffeeshop in town. ***Restaurants and menu are subject to change, depending on your preferences and day of week. All food is included (with pre-set menu).

What’s included?

  • All taxes

  • Pre-selected menu options based on your preferences

  • Private tour

  • Friendly local guide

  • Customized itinerary

  • Meeting in hotel lobby

  • Multiple start times available

  • Flexibility during the tour

  • Iconic places for photo shoots

  • Expert local advice on where to go and what to do after the tour

  • Extra food and drinks, not in the set menu options

  • Gratuities

  • Entry/Admission - Novokuznetskaya Metro Station

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Friendly Local Guides Moscow

About operator:

Fun private tours of Moscow, Saint Petersburg, New York, Paris and Los Angeles. Fun facts, must sees and off the beaten path. Your private guide is your local friend!

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