Hotel Baltschug Kempinski Moscow review: A luxurious introduction to the mood of Moscow

A stay here provides a glorious overview of the power, glory and magnificence of Russia.

• by Sue Williams

Moscow's metro stations: Inside the world's most beautiful transport system

Stalin's "People's Palaces" are a unique highlight on a Russian tour and river cruise.

• by Sue Williams

Moscow to St Petersburg cruise: How Russia has changed after 35 years

Russia has always been a fascinating place to visit, and never more so than now.

• by Sue Williams

Airline review: Qatar Airways economy class, Boeing 777 and 787, Sydney to Moscow via Doha

Qatar Airways took out world's best airline for the fifth time in 2019, but didn't win best economy class.

• by Sue Williams

Moscow travel guide and things to do: Nine must-do highlights

You can easily overdose on Moscow's sights and attractions - pace yourself by checking out the unmissables.

• by Brian Johnston

Tea at the Metropol Hotel Moscow, Russia: In the footsteps of Amor Towles' novel A Gentleman in Moscow tour

Metropol Hotel, the setting for Amor Towles' novel A Gentleman in Moscow, is just as readers might imagine.

• by Greg Lenthen

Moscow, Russia: A new contemporary art district signals cultural change

The city's new arts districts are revolutionary.

• by Catherine Marshall

Moscow subway stations are so beautiful, you should visit even if you don't use the train

Famous for its elegant and ample stations, the Moscow subway is among the cleanest and most efficient in the world.

Tips on how to travel Russia on the cheap: A $1,000 Day in Moscow for $100

Enjoying Russia's capital, a huge, dynamic city of 12.5 million people, can take a bit of work. But if you're willing to put in the effort, the rewards are abundant.

The best 16 cities to visit in 2016

Decisions, decisions. It's a big world out there, and it's begging to be explored. The question is: where do you go next?

• by Ben Groundwater