General Information Plan your trip to Moscow Learn what currency to buy, whether you need a visa, what time you can visit the shops and museums, what to pack for the weather, and answers to many other questions you may have about your trip to Moscow. Visa & entry requirements Do you know which documents you'll need to travel to Russia? Plan ahead and find out if you need your passport, visa, national ID or all of the above! Read more Language The official language of Russia is Russian. This article is full of helpful advice and basic phrases you can use to make your trip to Moscow easier. Read more Weather Spring, summer, autumn or winter: learn all about the weather in Moscow so you can decide when to travel and what to pack! Read more Prices Discover how much it costs to travel to Moscow and create your budget. Plan ahead to save money on your trip to Russia! Read more Holidays Find out when monuments will be open and what dates to visit to celebrate holidays like a local. Discover Moscow's public holiday dates. Read more Currency The official currency of Moscow is the Russian Rouble (RUB). Discover where to exchange money, what the best rates are and more with our handy guide. Read more Opening times Learn when shops, museums and other tourist attractions open and close in Moscow, so you can plan to make the most of your trip! Read more History of Moscow Moscow has seen its fair share of history, from invasions to revolutions, making it a cultural hub and a fascinating place to visit. Read more