Moscow-City observation decks

Moscow-City remains the most developing and futuristic district in Moscow today. Many city residents have even dubbed it a "city within a city", and this assessment quite accurately describes the business center. Today, it not only concentrates the main business activity of the capital, but also contains elite housing, and the development of the infrastructure of each of the towers gives odds to any Moscow district. One of the attractions of Moscow-City are the observation decks , which anyone can get to and admire the panorama of Moscow, historical and cultural monuments from a bird's eye view. We will dedicate today's review to them, which will help you choose exactly the observation deck in Moscow-City that will best meet your requirements and desires.

PANORAMA360

Located at a height of 327 meters on the 89th floor of the Federation East tower on Presnenskaya Embankment, 12, the PANORAMA360 observation deck is the second highest in Moscow City and Europe. Its circular 6-meter panoramic windows offer breathtaking views of all of Moscow and allow you to see even remote areas, as well as the sights located in them. At the same time, the journey to the 89th floor will not take much time, because the skyscraper has modern high-speed elevators. Therefore, the journey to a height of 360 meters will take less than a minute.

PANORAMA360 is an indoor observation deck that provides a 360° view. Therefore, here you can take perfect photos and selfies over rainy Moscow, in a snowstorm, or in the sun. The observation deck windows offer an excellent view of the historical center of Moscow, so from here you can see the Kremlin, Poklonnaya Hill, the White House and Moscow State University from a bird's eye view.

In addition, the museum and ice cream factory "Chistaya Liniya" are open on the observation deck, where you can not only try fresh ice cream in unlimited quantities for free, but also follow the entire process of its preparation, and initially get acquainted with the history of ice cream in the USSR. PANORAMA360 can also boast of a chocolate factory, where you can also taste a small portion of chocolate made according to an Italian recipe for free. And if you like it, you can buy the required amount. By the way, both factories were listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the highest in the world.

Also here:

• a virtual 3D set-top box, represented by 12 special places-marks, when you point your smartphone at them, one of the City complexes is displayed on its screen (you must first download the PANORAMA360 application);

• interactive guide with augmented reality – the AP PNR360 application, available for IOS and Android, can additionally conduct a tour of Moscow in different languages and tell about 32 attractions;

• restaurant (located in the center of the observation deck, so the view of the city is somewhat lost from the tables, but it serves delicious European cuisine and signature variations);

• art space;

• souvenir shop;

• powerful binoculars.

Additional advantages of PANORAMA360 are that it is accessible to people with disabilities and here you can order a romantic date or a children's birthday party with a vibrant entertainment program.

In addition, PANORAMA360 conducts group excursions for children and adults on various topics. The minimum number of participants is 10 people.

Ticket price for the observation deck PANORAMA360

This is due to the launch of an online promotion that makes shopping on the site more profitable for guests.

Price for online purchase:

• Adult ticket (from 15 years) 2,600 rub.

• Children's ticket (6 to 14 years old) 1,700 RUB.

• Student card 2,100 RUB.

• Family ticket 2 adults + 1 child 6,200 RUB.

• Family ticket 2 adults + 2 children 7,750 rub.

Opening hours and contact information

PANORAMA360 is open daily from 10:00 to 22:00.

Only love is higher

The observation deck with the romantic name "Only Love Above" is located on the very roof of the southern tower of the multifunctional complex "Oko" at a height of 354 meters at the address 1st Krasnogvardeisky proezd, 21/2. This is the highest observation deck not only in the City, but also in all of Europe, and it is open.

Considering that Moscow-City is located almost in the very center of the capital, the observation deck of the Oko tower offers an excellent view of all of Moscow, not to mention other skyscrapers located in the immediate vicinity. At the same time, the creators made sure that "Only Love Is Above" was absolutely safe for tourists, but at the same time remained as open as possible. Therefore, there is no glass that distorts the view, but a strong fence has been installed. This is what determines certain restrictions on visiting "Only Love Is Above".

So:

• Children under 5 years of age are not allowed to visit the observation deck;

• children aged 5-16 are admitted only if accompanied by adults (parents, teachers, other legal representatives);

• It is not allowed to visit the site with large luggage, or in beach or untidy clothing;

• It is strictly forbidden to bring weapons, pyrotechnics, go beyond the fences, smoke or drink alcohol.

The observation deck "Only Love Above" will be an interesting place to spend time not only for tourists, but also for native Muscovites. This is one of the best options for taking photos and the opportunity to touch the clouds. And so that visitors can get to know any interesting location in Moscow and admire their favorite places from a different angle, free binoculars and a telescope with 600x magnification are installed here. At the same time, a photofit and a professional photographer will help capture the brightest moments and preserve memories of visiting the observation deck. And the guide will tell you about the sights of the Russian capital.

The creators also took care of the comfortable rest of visitors. In "Only Love Above" pleasant background music plays, musical concerts are organized, a bar and a souvenir shop are open, Wi-Fi and a toilet are available. And if guests freeze at such a dizzying height, they can use warm blankets at any time. At the same time, each visitor will receive a delicious compliment: a drink and dessert.

For the most curious, there are excursions available in 3 languages (Russian, English, German). In addition, in winter, "Only Love Is Above" turns into an ice town, where there is a place not only for various ice figures, but also for various slides and labyrinths. Therefore, lovers of selfies and bright photos will definitely find an attractive location for themselves here.

Ticket price

You can visit the observation deck on your own or in organized groups. Groups of 10 or more people are given a discount.

• for adults the ticket price will be 1500 rubles (includes a one and a half hour excursion);

• for children aged 5-14 the ticket price is 750 roubles (includes a one and a half hour excursion);

• combo offer (visit to “Only Love Above” and the City Museum) – 2,000 rubles, including a 2-hour 30-minute excursion;

• A day/night ticket costs 2,000 rubles and includes 2 visits (morning and evening).

When planning a visit to "Only Love Is Above", do not forget to book a ticket by phone or via the website, then pick it up at the box office and keep it until the end of the tour. But even if circumstances prevent you from visiting the observation deck on the chosen day, this will not result in a loss of money. The purchased ticket is valid for six months, so if you wish, you can choose another day and time for the visit. In addition, if the weather suddenly deteriorates, the visitor can either return the entire amount paid for it or reschedule the visit to the observation deck for another day.

Opening hours and contact information

The observation deck "Only Love Above" is open daily:

• on weekdays – from 12:00 to 23:30;

• on weekends and holidays – from 10:00 to 23:30.

For more information and to book a ticket, please call +7 (495) 015-03-54.

Moscow City Museum

For those who want to get a meaningful load in addition to the beautiful views, the best choice would be a visit to the Moscow-City Museum . This is the first and only museum of skyscrapers and high-rise construction in Russia.

It is located on the 56th floor of the Empire Tower , which is on Presnenskaya Embankment, 6, building 2. In the Moscow-City Museum, at a height of 215 meters, visitors will learn how high-rise construction began in the capital and see it from the highest point of the city in 1867, and on a moving screen they will see utopian projects of Soviet architects and prototypes of modern skyscrapers.

• Sparrow Hills,
• Moscow State University,
• Ostankino TV Tower,
• MFA,
• Sports complex "Luzhniki" and much more.

The ticket price includes a fascinating excursion telling the story of how high-rise construction began in Moscow: the historical part tells how Moscow "grew upward", from the Ivan the Great Bell Tower to Stalin's high-rises and the Moscow-City skyscrapers. The key part of the exhibition is dedicated to the history of the creation of the "city of skyscrapers": who was the author of the Moscow-City concept, in what short time the industrial district became the center of business life of the city and the country as a whole, and how Moscow-City became the leader in the top visited places in the country.

The highlight of the museum will be a virtual flight over the city – VR flight. These are virtual reality glasses that will give you an extraordinary feeling of flight.

The first part of the flight is in the elevator, when ascending to the Museum on the 56th floor. Ascending to the Museum to a height of 215 meters, you will fly above the skyscrapers of Moscow City. And in the Museum you will be able to fly over Gorky Park, Luzhniki and Zhivopisny Bridge.

The museum also offers group tours for adults and children around the island of skyscrapers, and on weekends there are quests and master classes (included in the price of the tour).

Ticket price

Adult 990 rub;

Adult with VR flight – 1190 RUB;

Children (7-17) – 790 RUB;

Children's with VR flight - 990 rubles;

Family (2+1) – 2800 rub;

Family (2+2) – 3600 rub;

Open-date ticket with VR flight (60 days) – RUB 1,290;

Children up to and including 6 years old – free of charge.

Sightseeing tour from 8 people (City territory + Museum) – 1990 RUB;

You can buy tickets both at the box office and online on the Museum's website. Moreover, it allows the use of promotional codes that allow you to get pleasant discounts. And by participating in the Active Citizen program, you can even win a free visit to the Moscow-City Museum.

Opening hours:

• Monday from 16:00 to 22:00.

• Tuesday - Sunday from 10:00 to 22:00.

The tour is included in the ticket and takes place at the beginning of every hour.

Address: Presnenskaya Embankment 6, building 2, entrance 3 (from the embankment side), Empire Tower, ticket office (reception 1st floor), Moscow-City Museum 56th floor.

For questions regarding booking an excursion or paying for tickets, please call +7 905 734 12 98

Observation deck on the 75th floor of Federation East

The observation deck, located in the tallest skyscraper of Moscow-City, the Federation Tower East, also allows visitors to admire the Moscow panorama, especially the historical center, and take vivid photos. Tours are held here, during which experienced guides tell about the history of the construction of the Moscow International Business Center, existing projects, and more. They are always open to dialogue and are ready to satisfy visitors' curiosity on any question they may have regarding Moscow-City.

On the same floor of the tower there is a bar and restaurant where you can relax in comfort and continue to contemplate the fascinating panorama of the metropolis.

Ticket price

Adults can visit the observation deck on the 75th floor for 900 rubles, children for 500 rubles. But advance booking is required.

Opening hours and contact information

You can find out the opening hours of the observation deck and ticket prices by calling +7 (905) 555-53-47.