Tram ride. Excursion by tram
"Moscow routes, familiar routes
Let's sit in the "bug" and wave at random:
In a wide circle, the Garden ring,
Through the narrow streets we’ll turn towards Arbat.”
Do you like to travel around the city by ground transport? I am very! When I have a choice between metro, tram/bus, I always choose the second option.
Can anything compare to a leisurely ride through the city streets? And if public transport still wandering around historical center when it’s so interesting to look at passers-by and familiar sights from the bus window - it’s absolutely priceless))
In any new place, I always choose to travel by public transport; I begin to look at the city and people with completely different eyes.
City portal I have put together an interesting selection of routes for connoisseurs like me. I am sharing with you, friends.
The shortest bus route is A
The length of this route, stretching from Academician Zelinsky Street to the Universitet metro station, is only a little more than 3 kilometers. A pedestrian at average speed can cover this distance in 30-40 minutes. But when you are in a hurry, there is no time for walking, so the bus is very necessary here, especially considering that its main function is to connect two metro lines. He does this quickly, as he drives on a road free of traffic jams. It stops moving at 10 pm.
Unique route - monorail
From the Timiryazevskaya metro station to Sergei Eisenstein Street or back, you can travel on the only monorail in Russia, which began operating in November 2004 as an excursion route, because along it are located the entrance to the All-Russian Exhibition Center, the television center, the Sheremetev estate, and other Moscow attractions. Now about 20 thousand people use it every day. Metro tickets are valid here; you can transfer from the Timiryazevskaya and VVTs stations for free.
Tram route "Annushka" - A
This route has been operating for more than 100 years, and, undoubtedly, during this time it has become the most famous not only for Muscovites, but also for guests of the city. First, he walked along the Boulevard Ring, called “Ring A,” which Muscovites affectionately turned into “Annushka.” Then it changed its route several times and now starts from Kaluzhskaya Square and goes through the center of the capital to Chistye Prudy. Despite the change in direction, the people firmly attached the name to this route. Some readers of The Master and Margarita associate the name “Annushka” with the death of Berlioz, but in fact they have nothing in common. The peculiarity of “Annushka” is that it includes a restaurant car of the same name and the only one in Moscow.
Tram route No. 9 with a turnaround at a dead end
Not far from the Mendeleevskaya metro station there is an unusual tram route for Moscow, the trains of which consist of two coupled cars with 5 doors on each side. He walks along Lesnaya Street to the Belorussky Station. Exactly a large number of people and cars in the center, as well as the development of offices on the tram ring, led to the use of a “push-pull” shuttle system, in which the cars, like in the subway, do not turn around, but travel back and forth, and the doors in them open on both sides.
Most a tourist route tram - No. 39
The route of tram No. 39, like Annushki, begins at Chistye Prudy, then passes along the Boulevard Ring and ends at the University metro station. And it has always been this way, since its opening in 1963. It is touristy because, sitting in a tram car at the window, any tourist will see, passing, and where necessary, and leaving, ancient estates and houses, Donskoy and St. Daniel's monasteries, Lomonosovsky and Leninsky prospects with their Stalinist buildings. And having arrived at the final point, everyone can walk to the main building of the legendary Moscow State University.
The most tourist trolleybus route is No. 7
Some Muscovites prefer to travel by trolleybuses, and if their tourists ask them to name a route convenient for them, they will, of course, recommend No. 7. It goes from Kaluga Square (near Gorky Park) to Victory Park. These stops themselves will interest guests of the capital, and having settled down on the trolleybus, we drive along Leninsky Prospekt, further along Kosygina Street, then through the Vorobyovy Gory observation deck, then at the Moscow State University building and along the Moskva River embankment to Kievsky railway station, at which we turn onto Kutuzovsky Prospekt and move to the final one. Any stop is an opportunity to see old and new Moscow.
The most innovative tram route - No. 1 7
What innovations could there be in the tram route? But they can: firstly, insulation of the canvas from road transport, secondly, a new technology for fastening rails and sleepers, thirdly, platforms for boarding and a tram step at the same level, fourthly, passengers are boarded at all doors. And fifthly, it is also planned to provide tram traffic lights for the “green wave” for ourselves. Don't believe that this can all happen? Take tram No. 17, which goes along the Ostankino-Medvedkovo route.
Trolleybus route "Bukashka" - B
Once upon a time, in 1912, on the Garden Ring, which was called “Ring B”, the place of horse-drawn cars was taken by a tram, which was replaced 25 years later by a trolleybus. Its route, naturally, was called “B”, but the name “Bukashka”, given by Muscovites to the tram, became familiar to the new type of transport. Now, on the outer and inner sides of the Garden Ring, passengers travel in trolleybuses with stencils “B-red” and “B-black”. On the outer route on Saturdays, paying no more for the fare than before, you will become a listener to bard songs.
Go to familiar and unfamiliar places and feel nostalgic while listening to your favorite music. It doesn’t matter what you take, you can walk, by bus, trolleybus or tram.
There are more than 50 tram routes in the Russian capital. Residents and guests of Moscow rode the tram for the first time in 1899, since then it has become the favorite transport of romantics and creative people. The tram is a character in many literary works.
“The Master and Margarita”, “A Girl with No Address”, “The Meeting Place Cannot Be Changed” are just a few of the films and works where fateful meetings and philosophical conversations take place on trams.
The familiar and familiar red and white cars of the Moscow tram remind us of the past, and like a time machine, they carry our memories into the 20th century.
Today we can also feel the romance of traveling on trams, reading our favorite book, or jumping on the switches and admiring Moscow.
Tram 39 is a godsend for tourists
Route 39 is one of the longest tram routes in Moscow. The “tourist tram” runs a 17-kilometer route from the Chistye Prudy metro station to the Universitet metro station. The tram route completely replaces a tour of various parts of Moscow. Driving along the route, you will see a large number of Moscow attractions that you may have heard about, but could not visit. There will be beautiful estates and houses, Donskoy and St. Daniel monasteries, Lomonosovsky and Leninsky prospects with their Stalinist buildings, monuments, fountains, ancient train stations and many others. interesting places. And at the end of your excursion you have the opportunity to walk to MSU (Moscow State University).
There will be so many attractions that there is not enough space here to list and talk about each one. We suggest you learn about some of them, and get acquainted with some during your trip.
Chistye Prudy and the monument to Griboyedov
Your wait for the tram near the Chistye Prudy station will not be boring. Here you will get acquainted with the monument to the writer, famous not only in Russia, but also in other countries - Alexander Griboyedov. The majestic and ceremonial image of Griboedov is given by Chistoprudny Boulevard magnificence.
Yauzsky Boulevard
On one of the most beautiful boulevards in Moscow, the tram will pass by beautiful houses and churches. One of them is the colorful, bright blue Trinity Church in Serebryaniki.
According to some sources, the temple has existed since the 16th century and is named after the silversmiths who lived in the area and were involved in the construction of the temple.
Stalin's skyscraper
When leaving the boulevard, the first of Stalin’s seven high-rise buildings will appear in all its glory - the house on Kotelnicheskaya Embankment.
The house was built near the confluence of two rivers - Moscow and Yauza. Driving across the bridge you will have the opportunity to get a good look at this famous house. On the right side of the bridge there will be a charming view of the Kremlin.
Danilov Monastery
Another attraction of the trip is the Danilov Monastery. This place contains many years of history. The monastery was founded in 1560 by Tsar Ivan IV the Terrible. In 1561, a Russian camp was set up near the monastery, when the troops of the Crimean Khan Kazy-Girey were approaching Moscow.
In addition, many historical moments took place on the territory of the monastery, which makes it one of the unique attractions not only of Moscow, but throughout Russia. If you want to take a better look at the buildings on the territory of the monastery and touch the history, then you can get off the tram and walk around the surroundings of the monastery.
This is just one small part of all the beautiful places that tram 39 passes noisily and slowly. We will not reveal all the secrets of the route. We can only say that such a trip should definitely be in your plans. You can just ride alone in search of inspiration, or with a noisy group, admiring the beauty of Moscow together and singing along with Irina Bogushevskaya:
"The Thirty-ninth Ark,
Rented to couples in love.
And the run continues,
Through the skies and boulevards.
Meal of the spirit, thrill of the flesh -
The thirty-ninth weaves and fastens
Threads of paths, flying at full speed,
Without resting in the depot!”
Have a nice trip!
The travel agency "QUEST-TOUR" has approved a thematic schedule of excursions for weekends and holidays in 2018, with historical route « Kaluga Square- Chistye Prudy. Thematic routes will be expanded in different areas, they will be aimed at increasing interest in the history of our capital and the history of Russia as a whole, as well as at implementing programs in priority areas that will open up the following opportunities for the population and the younger generation;
- Providing all schoolchildren and representatives of other vulnerable segments of the population with the opportunity to attend socially significant excursion trips around historical places our capital.
- Awakening in children interest and love for the country, its culture and history in which we live, the value of which is the urban transport provided by the State Unitary Enterprise "Mosgortrans".
- Promoting interethnic, interfaith and intercultural communication, peace and harmony.
On our excursions you will travel into the distant past:
Musically - historical excursion program- "Tram of Spring"
- Let’s rush into Spring to the sound of the wheels of the “Annushka” tram.
"Tram of Spring"– this is the most romantic place in Moscow. He remembers how they greeted spring in the old days, how they rejoiced at spring in the difficult post-war times, how Moscow streets in the 60s were filled with young people walking until the morning, and of course, he remembers all the heartfelt promises made to each other by lovers on his seats. He has been traveling around Moscow for almost a hundred years. During this time, he saw and heard a lot and he has something to tell you.
During the journey, which will take place along the legendary Moscow route of tram “A”, you will learn the love stories of famous Muscovites, pop, theater and film artists. Let us remember Lyubov Orlova, Faina Ranevskaya, the films “Pokrovsky Gate”, “Office Romance”, “Three Poplars on Plyushchikha”, “The Master and Margarita”. All these films, famous actors and the Moscow spring are absolutely impossible without songs. It is them that you and I will remember, creating a festive spring mood.
During the excursion break, in a relaxed atmosphere for informal communication, all participants are offered a choice of hot and cold drinks.
To immerse yourself more fully in Spring, legendary Russian and Soviet songs about love and Moscow will be played, because our “Annushka” remembers everything and will be happy to tell you about the most interesting things.
Dates of excursions;
Collection at 12.00 and departure at 12.10: - Moscow, Kaluzhskaya Square (metro Oktyabrskaya, Shabolovka 7/9, Apakov Tram Depot)
Included in the price:
2. “The Century of Moscow Life from the Tram Window”– The excursion is dedicated to the history of the Moscow tram, which saw the Tsarist era, Soviet times and continues to look with surprise at what is happening outside its windows.
During the journey, which will take place along the legendary Moscow route of tram “A”, you will learn how Moscow lived before the revolution, how its appearance was shaped during Soviet times, and who now occupies the magnificent merchant mansions of Zamoskvorechye.
Who and why lived in the Stalinist high-rise building on Kotelnicheskaya Embankment, are there swans on Chistye Prudy, where did the Intercession Gates go, how the Danilov Monastery was preserved during the time of Stalin, where the Don River flows in Moscow and where did domestic television come from.
During the excursion break, in a relaxed atmosphere for informal communication, all participants are offered a choice of hot and cold drinks.
To immerse yourself more fully in the era, legendary Russian and Soviet songs will be played, because our “Annushka” remembers everything and will be happy to tell you about the most interesting things.
During the excursion there will be enough stops where you can capture all the sights in photos and videos.
The guide will take you on a walking tour with an exit at Chistye Prudy, where they will tell you a lot of interesting and new things.
Dates of excursions;
- 07.04; 08,04; 14.04; 15.04; 21.04; 22.04; 28.04; 29.04; 01.05; 05.05; 06.05; 07.05; 08.05; 09.05.
Collection at 14.20 and departure at 14.30: - Moscow, Kaluzhskaya Square (metro Oktyabrskaya, Shabolovka 7/9, Apakov Tram Depot)
Historical route - “Kaluzhskaya Square - Chistye Prudy - Kaluzhskaya Square”
The duration of the excursion is 2 hours.
Tram "TATRA T3", stylized in the era of the New Economic Policy,
Ticket price; adult - 850 rubles, children - 425 rubles (up to 9 years).
Included in the price:
Transport services, work of a professional guide, live sound and refreshments with hot and cold drinks from the travel agency "Quest-Tour No. 1"
**Note:
The company reserves the right to change the order and timing of excursions without reducing the program.
Tickets are booked 5 days before the scheduled date with 100% prepayment.
Tickets are refunded 3 days before the event.
Attention!
Free access to the excursion applies to the following guests:
Aliens;
- children from 0 to 5 years;
- elderly people aged 75 years and older;
- disabled people of all categories + 1 accompanying person, upon prior request;
- children from large families *parents at full price;
- journalists upon presentation of identification and business cards;
- concierges and hotel managers upon presentation of identification and business cards;
- children from orphanages and boarding schools as part of an organized group, upon prior application;
Free access to the excursion for groups of 5 or more people per 1 bus is allowed only with a preliminary application by e-mail: it@site, after agreeing on the time and date with the project administration.
The project administration has the right to refuse free visit excursions for 5 or more people on 1 flight on days of high commercial load (Saturday, Sunday, holidays). Please treat this condition with understanding. Tramtavern "Annushka" is a commercial project. The high workload and commercially successful activity of the project provides the opportunity to regularly provide free pass for citizens with limited mobility and children left without parental care.
** Tours can be conducted in 7 languages, upon prior request.
The material was prepared by the project In Moscow Groups of RIA Novosti sites >>
Summer in Moscow is already coming to an end, but during the remaining warm days, Muscovites can still manage to do a lot of interesting things. We offer ten unusual options for excursions around Moscow for those who are tired of the usual walking or bus trips.
On bicycles
This year, cycling in Moscow is experiencing almost a rebirth - bicycle paths, parking lots and rentals of “iron horses” are appearing. Therefore the creation excursion tours cycling around the capital became a logical continuation.
The city hosts both simple bicycle excursions and bicycle rides in the format of educational games (“bike quests”). The schedule of these events can be found on the website.
Games are played in teams of 1 to 5 people, all participants move around the city on bicycles. The essence of the game is to find all the places inside the Garden Ring, encrypted in the quest tasks in the minimum time. The team that correctly solves all the tasks the fastest wins. The game is played during the day, the maximum playing time is 5 hours. You can participate in the game either on your own bike or on a rental one. The team contribution to participate in the game is 1000 rubles.
While pedaling you can not only enjoy the architectural heritage of Moscow, but also. The cost of such an excursion is 400 rubles with your own bicycle and 900 rubles with rental. For those who want to independently explore Moscow on a two-wheeled friend, the company has developed separate cycling routes that anyone can explore.
On Segways
In Moscow, these unusual electric scooters are still rare, but in the West they are even used in work - for example, by police officers or postal workers.
For those who are already familiar with this scooter and have long wanted to try riding it, the Segwayfan company decided to combine business with pleasure and came up with sightseeing tours of the capital or photo promenades on Segways. You can take a group or individual tour. The group consists of two to eight people, not counting the accompanying instructor.
Excursions begin at 5:30 am, last “check-in” at 20:30; The trip lasts about two hours. True, such excursions are not cheap - 3,500 rubles.
On electric vehicles
Starting this summer, visitors to the Kolomenskoye Estate Museum can book a sightseeing tour in an electric car. Excursions start from the Spassky Gate and last from 10-15 minutes to 45 minutes, depending on the choice of route. You can ride an electric car every day except Monday. Ticket prices range from 100 to 250 rubles; beneficiaries are offered a discount.
Ticket price for horse-drawn carriages: 100 rubles for adults and 50 rubles for children under 7 years old. Horseback riding will cost 100 rubles, as well as a pony ride.