Lonely Planet Russia

Lonely Planet's Russia is your most up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Brush up on your Soviet history in Moscow and St Petersburg, explore European Russia and its gingerbread cottages and golden domes, or lose yourself in the wilds of Siberia and the east; all with your trusted travel companion.

« The world's largest country offers it all, from historic cities and idyllic countryside to artistic riches, epic train rides and vodka-fuelled nightlife. »

Getting you to the heart of a place

• Amazing experiences
  Inspirational images. 3D illustrations, city walks and the best of local knowledge.
• Plan the perfect trip
  Planning features and top itineraries give you the freedom to create your ideal trip.
• Get off the beaten track
  Our writers uncover local secrets that will make your trip unique. Special features

• Kremlin 3D illustration
• Full-colour metro maps
• Getting your visa
• Great train journeys