Moscow Shopping

 

Moscow shopping is a tribute to consumerism and capitalist ideals. This may sound odd in a city which, not too long ago, was home to socialist values. Nowhere in the world has consumerism exploded like it has in Moscow since the days of perestroika.

 

Shopping malls and popular streets are lined with boutiques of well known brands such as MaxMara, Hugo Boss, and La Perla. If you are looking for something more in terms of Russian souvenirs, then street merchants and souvenir shops are also abundant in various locals of the city.

 

 

Department Stores / Shopping Malls

 

GUM
Once the showpiece of the Soviet Economy, it’s now an arcade of high end boutiques, restaurants, cafes, cinema
Metro: Okhotny Ryad (next to Red Square, across from the Kremlin)

 

Okhotny Ryad
Underground mall built by the city's Mayor, Yuri Luzhkov for a considerable sum of $350,000,000. It houses a collection of brand name stores, food court, a casino and internet café

 

TsUM
A cheaper alternative to more exclusive central stores. Metro: Kuznetsky Most Detskiy Mir The famous “Children’s World” department store is a delight for kids. Unlike Soviet times, they now sell toys for adults plus there is an antiques market on the 5th floor.
Metro: Lubyanka

 

 

Shopping Streets

 

Tverskaya Ulitsa
Heading directly north of Red Square, this is the city’s most fashionable shopping street and the home of some rather expensive boutiques.

 

Arbat
Historic Pedestrian Street with artisans, street vendors, souvenir shops & cafes.
Metro: Arbatskaya