TSUM
TSUM (Central Universal Store) is one of the oldest shopping centers in Moscow, opened back in 1885 as a trading house called “Muir & Merilies”. Today it is the capital’s largest accumulation of luxury brands under one roof — five floors of high class shopping await you! The cuisine is not lagging behind: each level has its own gastro gem, be it new interpretations of Japanese, Russian or Italian cuisine on the second floor, tartlets with smoked salmon from its own smokehouse on the fourth floor, or exquisite sea delicacies combined with seasonal products on the sunlit Buro TSUM veranda on the fifth floor.
A special feature of TSUM is VIP-shopping: a personal consultant/stylist will accompany you in the halls of the center, helping you to create a fresh and individual look. Also available are paid, free and express tailoring services available for all TSUM clients.
Finally, if you like an item, but there is no time to decide whether to purchase it or not, use the service of individual order. Take a photo of the product label, and if you decide at home that it was your thing, TSUM employees will formalize the purchase and bring it to the right address. Read more about the service on TSUM’s website.
Nearest metro station: “Lubyanka”
Address and Operating hours
2 Petrovka Street. 10:00 — 22:00
2 Petrovka Street. 10:00 — 22:00
GUM
The luxurious facade of GUM (Main Universal Store) overlooks Red Square and the Kremlin walls, together forming a magnificent architectural ensemble. GUM is not just an expansive shopping center with the best Russian and world brands — it is a truly cult place that manages to catch everyone who crosses its threshold for the first time.
Some people feel warm nostalgia from the “Soviet” canteen and that classic ice cream in a waffle cup. Some can’t hold back the delight of visiting the toilet (yes, we are not kidding and we highly recommend you to check it out), others are overcome by the legendary “Gastronome No. 1”, where you can feel bliss just by looking at the assortment! Many people adore GUM for its luxurious movie theater, which is more like an opera hall in terms of interior and atmosphere. There’s no room for popcorn in here, a glass of champagne looks much more appropriate.
As you leave, throw a coin into the GUM fountain, one of the coolest representatives of its kind in all of Moscow. They say it’s for good luck. But it also ensures that you will return!
Nearest metro stations: “Teatralnaya”, “Okhotny Ryad”, “Ploshchad Revolutsii”, “Aleksandrovsky Sad”.
Address and Operating hours
Red Square, 3. 10:00 — 22:00
Red Square, 3. 10:00 — 22:00
Metropolis shopping center
This bold architectural complex weaves buildings into a giant intricate construction that attracts attention from afar. Inside you’ll find more than 250 stores with Russian and foreign brands, cafes and restaurants, from small coffee shops to luxury establishments, and as many as 18 movie theaters!
Prepare yourself, for when you come to Metropolis, you can easily find yourself in the center of a flash mob, performance or contest — they love such things here. Children are also loved here — you’ll discover a lot of kid’s stores, a kid’s zone called Teika Boom, where the atmosphere of the Ice Age reigns, interactive game zones and entertaining programs in “Winnie.”
Address
Leningradskoe shosse, 16A, p. 4. 4. Metro "Voykovskaya"
Leningradskoe shosse, 16A, p. 4. 4. Metro "Voykovskaya"
Evropeisky shopping & entertainment center
A huge shopping center near “Kievskaya” metro station, the most visited in Russia. The original triangular building combines features of postmodernism and constructivism.
More than 500 Russian and international brands at various price points are represented in “Evropeisky.” You will definitely be able to find a store that will fit your budget. The same applies to eateries: fast food chains, bistros, stylish restaurants, and trendy bars are all in one place!
Everything is in order with entertainment in “Evropeisky” too. There are two big cinemas, Cinema Park and Formula Kino, a branch of Joki Joya park, a giant space with a rope Mega-City, bowling, laser tag, a climbing wall, VR-games, game mazes, bungee cords, tubing tracks and much more. Both you and your child will definitely find something to do here from morning to night!
Address
Kievsky Vokzal Square, 2
Kievsky Vokzal Square, 2
MIUZ Diamonds
Russian jewelry brand that offers a wide range of gold and silver jewelry with precious and semi-precious stones. The brand stands out for its high quality products, breadth of selection, collections, and affordable prices. If you are looking for an exquisite gift for yourself or a loved one, be sure to visit one of the chain stores and you will surely find a beauty to your liking.
MIUZ Diamonds offers necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets, pendants and other jewelry. Among the best sellers are diamond and sapphire rings and pearl bracelets. The brand creates a variety of collections — both classic and restrained, and more modern and bright.
Another distinctive feature of the brand is its personal approach. The store employs professionals who will be happy to make a piece of jewelry according to your individual order. If you have long wanted to create a unique piece, MIUZ Diamonds will help you realize your dream!
For addresses and operating hours of a particular store of the chain, please visit the official website.
Alenka
The Alenka candy store chain is a real paradise for those with a sweet tooth! Here you can buy a wide variety of candies and sweets from well-known brands, as well as products under the store’s own trademark, including a chocolate bar of the same name in one of the most recognizable wrappers in Russia. Another super hit is “Lights of Moscow”, a candy with pralines and wafers.
Alenka offers a huge selection of chocolates with fillings, caramel, wafers, cookies, marmalade, and marshmallows. Pay special attention to the candy gift sets — a great idea for an edible souvenir from Moscow for your friends and family!
For addresses and operating hours of particular stores, please visit the official website.
Moscow Bookstore
Moscow’s major bookstore has been opening its doors to Muscovites and guests of the capital since 1958! Today its assortment includes more than 40,000 goods, including interesting souvenirs. Several stands hold books dedicated to the history of Moscow. Presentations of new editions are regularly held here, where readers can meet their favorite authors!
If you can’t imagine life without books, you should allocate at least an hour for a trip here! In “Moscow” there is a wide variety of works — from modern works to classics to popular science publications. You can also find impressive gift editions and collectible copies of Russian classics, such as “Master and Margarita”, “War and Peace”, as well as “Anna Karenina”. A great idea for a souvenir for those who know the value of a good book!
Address
Bosco
The first international Russian sportswear brand. The company has been on the market for over 20 years and has designed uniforms for the country’s Olympic team. Bosco is distinguished by a well-tuned balance between convenience, practicality and elegance. Their clothes, shoes and accessories were originally created for sports and active recreation, but at the same time look stellar on those out for a walk or trip to the movies.
Bosco sports line fulfills its purpose one hundred percent. The brand cooperates with many federations, clubs and star athletes, so it knows exactly how to create a cool product.
The Bosco Fresh casual line is stepping it up — casual clothing for the whole family, perfect for tourist city trips! The selection is huge: outerwear, pants, skirts, dresses, shirts, turtlenecks, sweaters, shoes and accessories.
As they say in Moscow: “If you’re wearing Bosco, it means you have good taste!”
Sports merchandise stores
Moscow sports clubs are well-known throughout Europe. CSKA’s soccer and basketball teams have won European cups — just remember the famous journey of these “army men” to win the UEFA Cup by beating Portugal’s formidable Sporting CP at their home stadium. Spartak and Lokomotiv have both reached the decisive stages of the UEFA Cup, and the Cup Winners Cup. In Soviet times, Dynamo nurtured the best goalkeeper in the history of soccer, the great Lev Yashin. Hockey Dynamo, CSKA and Spartak are among the strongest teams in the KHL, and therefore in the whole world.
Colorful mementoes and branded equipment from the capital’s best sporting clubs are available in official stores throughout the city.
Also widely represented in Moscow are Russian sports brands adored by millions. They partner with the country’s national teams in various sports, as well as with individual athletes.
Tsvetnoy shopping center
A modern conceptual five-story department store, and one of the centers of Moscow fashion and shopping.
On the first floor, you’ll find a huge cosmetics and perfume store, and on the upper floor there is a popular food court called “Briket Market”. On the floors in-between, clothing, footwear and accessories stores are plentiful!
A distinctive feature of Tsvetnoy is that here large luxury brands neighbor small independent designer brands.
After some incredible shopping, relax in the beauty zone or peruse some novels in the bookstore. And, of course, check the schedule on the official website, because the ground floor of the shopping center regularly hosts exhibitions, lectures and movie screenings.
Address
Tsvetnoy Boulevard, 15, bld. 1
Tsvetnoy Boulevard, 15, bld. 1
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