5:00 PM - Cristal Room Baccarat
This restaurant is housed in a historical building on Nikolskaya Street, redesigned into a stunning crystal palace by Philippe Starck.
• Why visit: The walls embedded with raw quartz and luxurious chandeliers create an unforgettable dining atmosphere. The menu features fine French cuisine, with fresh seafood and shellfish flown in daily.
• Special experience: Sip wine or champagne from Baccarat crystal glasses.
• Location: 19/21 Nikolskaya Street, 2nd floor, Moscow.
7:00 PM - Bolshoi Theatre
A visit to the Bolshoi Theatre is a quintessential Moscow experience.
• What to watch: Ballet performances like Swan Lake or operas like Eugene Onegin, which combine music and literature for a truly unforgettable cultural experience.
• Location: 1 Theatre Square, Moscow.
10:00 PM - Metropol Hotel
End your day at the historic Metropol Hotel, located near the Bolshoi Theatre.
• Historical significance:
• The hotel served as the Soviet government’s headquarters in 1918.
• Stalin and Mao Zedong famously met here in the 1950s.
• Famous guests include Michael Jackson and other global icons.
• What to do: Enjoy the art-filled interiors, live harp music, and gourmet dining in an ambiance that embodies over a century of history.
• Sunday special: Guided tours of the hotel with historian Ekaterina Egorova reveal its hidden secrets.
• Location: 2 Teatralny Proezd, Moscow.
This itinerary offers a perfect mix of Moscow’s modern flair, rich history, and cultural sophistication—all in just 24 hours!