Stalin's Skyscrapers: Symbols of the Soviet Era

What awaits you on this tour:

Uncover the secrets of the legendary Stalin's Skyscrapers
Stalin's Skyscrapers are iconic symbols of Moscow's architecture and the entire Soviet era. On this tour, we'll share the story behind the construction of these magnificent buildings that have become an inseparable part of the city's skyline.

History and facts
In 1947, to mark Moscow's 800th anniversary, the foundations of eight skyscrapers were laid — seven of which were built at key locations across the city. During the tour, you'll discover:

• Which skyscraper was built with a noticeable lean, and which was constructed from the top down
• Where the secret entrances to the bomb shelters are located and how they were equipped
• Why one of the eight skyscrapers was never built, and what the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour has to do with it
• Where the MGU building was originally planned to be built and why the project was cancelled
• Who built the skyscraper on Kotelnicheskaya Embankment and which members of the creative elite lived there
• Why Stalin's Skyscrapers are not considered skyscrapers in the traditional sense, and what "Stalinist Empire" style means

Tour itinerary
We will visit all seven Stalin's Skyscrapers and make 4 stops for a closer look:

1. Krasnye Vorota — the Russian Railways skyscraper and the Leningradskaya Hotel.
2. Stop at the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour — learn about the skyscrapers that were never built and see what Moscow could have looked like.
3. Vorobyovy Gory — a scenic viewpoint overlooking the MGU building and a panoramic view of the city.
4. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Smolenskaya Square — the tour concludes at one of the most iconic skyscrapers.

Information for families
Minors may only participate in the tour when accompanied by an adult. When booking 4 or more children's tickets, each child must be accompanied by a parent. Children under 5 years of age must have a child safety seat to board the bus.

Discover Moscow from a whole new perspective and immerse yourself in the history of its greatest architectural masterpieces!