Budget-Friendly 6-Day Moscow Itinerary from Mumbai: Travel Tips & Top Attractions

Day Day 1: Arrival & Settle

Moscow, Russia on April 16, 2025

Morning

Flight Mumbai to Moscow

Take a direct or one-stop budget flight from Mumbai to Moscow; airlines like Aeroflot and Air India occasionally offer competitive prices around INR 20,000-30,000 for round trip if booked in advance.
INR20000-30000, 6-8 hours flight

Afternoon

Airport to Hotel Transfer

Use Aeroexpress train from Sheremetyevo Airport to Moscow city center for affordable and quick transfer, costing approximately 500 RUB (500 INR).
RUB500, 45 minutes

Evening

Dinner at Mu-Mu

Enjoy a budget-friendly Russian meal at Mu-Mu, a popular cafeteria-style restaurant chain open till 10 PM, known for hearty borscht and pelmeni at reasonable prices.
RUB400, 1 hour
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Day Day 2: Central Moscow Sights

Moscow, Russia on April 17, 2025

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Teremok

Sample traditional Russian blini pancakes at Teremok, a budget-friendly fast-food chain open from 8 AM, perfect for a quick and tasty start.
RUB300, 30 minutes

9:00 AM

Explore Red Square and Kremlin

Visit Red Square and the Kremlin, iconic symbols of Russia. The Kremlin's entry fee is around 700 RUB, open 10 AM to 5 PM. Booking in advance is recommended.
RUB700, 4 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Varenichnaya No.1

Enjoy affordable Russian dishes like vareniki (dumplings) at this cosy restaurant close to Red Square, open till 11 PM.
RUB500, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Visit State Historical Museum

Discover Russia’s history at this museum adjacent to Red Square, entry fee approx. 500 RUB, open 11 AM to 7 PM.
RUB500, 2 hours

7:00 PM

Dinner at Stolovaya No. 57

Try traditional Russian cuisine in a Soviet-era canteen style eatery, budget meals around 400 RUB, open till 11 PM.
RUB400, 1 hour
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Day Day 3: Museums & Culture

Moscow, Russia on April 18, 2025

7:30 AM

Breakfast at your hotel or local café

Start your day with a budget-friendly breakfast nearby or your hotel’s included meal.
Included, 30 minutes

9:00 AM

Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts

Explore world art from ancient to modern times at this museum open 11 AM to 7 PM, budget entry around 500 RUB.
RUB500, 3 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Cafe Pushkin

Experience traditional Russian cuisine in a charming setting, prices reasonable if you choose from the set menus, open daily from 12 PM.
RUB700, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Tretyakov Gallery

Visit this gallery to see the best collection of Russian art, entry about 500 RUB, open 10 AM to 6 PM.
RUB500, 2 hours

7:00 PM

Dinner at Pelmenya

Budget eatery specialising in pelmeni, a Russian dumpling dish, offering filling meals for under 400 RUB, open till 11 PM.
RUB400, 1 hour
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Day Day 4: Parks & Markets

Moscow, Russia on April 19, 2025

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Kofeinaya

Grab coffee and pastries at this affordable café, perfect for a light start, open from 8 AM.
RUB250, 30 minutes

9:00 AM

Gorky Park

Enjoy a relaxing morning walking or cycling through Gorky Park, free entry, amenities open 8 AM - 11 PM.
Free, 3 hours

12:30 PM

Lunch at Danilovsky Market

Explore this local food market offering a variety of budget-friendly Russian and international street foods, open till 6 PM.
RUB400, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Visit Izmailovsky Market

Shop for souvenirs and handicrafts at this famous open-air market, entry is free, open 10 AM to 6 PM.
Free, 3 hours

7:30 PM

Dinner at VkusVill

Try local products and ready meals at this affordable grocery and deli chain, many locations open till late.
RUB350, 1 hour
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Day Day 5: Arts & Nightlife

Moscow, Russia on April 20, 2025

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Black

Enjoy affordable breakfast sets with good coffee in this trendy hotspot, open from 7:30 AM.
RUB350, 30 minutes

9:00 AM

Moscow Metro Tour

Tour the stunning Moscow metro stations, considered underground palaces; buy a day ticket for 230 RUB and explore at leisure.
RUB230, 3 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Mari Vanna

Enjoy authentic homemade Russian cuisine in a homely setting, midrange prices but good value, open 12 PM to 11 PM.
RUB700, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Bolshoi Theatre Museum

Visit the museum to get insight into Russia’s famous ballet company, entry fee approx. 500 RUB, open 10 AM to 6 PM.
RUB500, 2 hours

8:00 PM

Evening at Bar with Live Music

Experience Moscow nightlife at a budget friendly bar with local live music such as the famous Propaganda Club, entry free or low cost.
RUB300, 3 hours
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Day Day 6: Departure

Moscow, Russia on April 21, 2025

Morning

Breakfast & Checkout

Enjoy a light breakfast at the hotel or nearby café before checking out.
Included, 1 hour

Midday

Aeroexpress to Airport

Take the Aeroexpress train to Sheremetyevo or Domodedovo airport approximately 45 minutes before your flight.
RUB500, 45 minutes

Afternoon

Flight Moscow to Mumbai

Return flight back to Mumbai; keep in mind flights vary in length and can take around 7-8 hours.
INR20000-30000, 6-8 hours
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