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Kotelnicheskaya high-rise

The house on Kotelnicheskaya is more than a high-rise — it is a whole world where every window hides its own legend. We will circle it to catch the best angles of the silver silhouette, and learn how the architects' bold idea shaped the city itself. Inside come the stories of those who lived and created here: Ulanova, Ranevskaya, Voznesensky. Music echoed through these halls, beloved films were shot here, and the Illusion cinema still remembers its heroes. The finale is the ride to the 30th floor, where over tea with Moscow sweets and a glass of champagne the Kremlin opens up below you.

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What’s included in the tour

Important information

Duration: 2 hours
Group: comfortable small group of up to 16
Kotelnicheskaya Embankment high-rise, by the Illusion cinema.

Price

2,500 ₽ per person

What’s included

  • A walk around the high-rise — all the wings and the best angles
  • The grand lobby with stucco mouldings and mosaics
  • Love and secrets of the residents — Ulanova, Ranevskaya, Voznesensky, Zykina, Shirvindt
  • Music by the composers who lived in the high-rise
  • Scenes from beloved films and the Illusion cinema
  • The gourmet deli, the post office and the bookstore
  • The ride to the 30th floor — Kremlin panorama
  • Tea with Moscow sweets and champagne
  • A photo spot
  • Headphones included

Route of the walk

  1. The confluence of two rivers

    The Yauza and the Moskva River — the best angle on the tower's silhouette.

  2. All the wings

    We circle the house, find the best angles and hear the story of its grand architecture.

  3. The grand lobby

    Stucco mouldings, mosaic panels and the stories of the residents — Ulanova, Ranevskaya, Voznesensky, Zykina.

  4. The 30th floor

    Lift ride up the tower: a stunning view of the Kremlin from a cosy space.

How the tour goes

0:00

The first hour is the walk. Meeting and an intro to the legendary house

0:15

A walk around the high-rise — all the wings and the best angles

0:50

The grand lobby, stucco mouldings and the residents' stories

1:00

The second hour is in the tower. Lift ride to the 30th floor

1:30

Kremlin panorama, tea with Moscow sweets, champagne and the photo spot

2:00

Finale, questions answered

Schedule

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Reviews

Reviews for the “Kotelnicheskaya” tour

«Остались в полнейшем восторге от подачи информации. Считаю, что именно Мария сделала наш вечер увлекательным. Нам хочется посетить все экскурсии теперь только с вами. Конечно же очень впечатляет история этого великого дома. С огромным удовольствием впитывали каждое слово, которое лилось из уст Марии. Обязательно к посещению всех-всех!»

Анастасия

Avito 1

Экскурсия Высотка на Котельнической. 30 этаж · сегодня

«Это восторг😍 без лишних слов - всем идти !»

Татьяна

Avito 1

Экскурсия Высотка на Котельнической. 30 этаж · вчера

«Остались в полном восторге от экскурсии. Показали все красоты и интересные места высотки как снизу, так и сверху. А еще угостили бокальчиком игристого на высоте 30 этажа!😍 Всем кому интересна история Москвы, ее жителей, как она менялась -рекомендуем !»

Павел

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Экскурсия Высотка на Котельнической. 30 этаж · вчера

«Очень интересная экскурсия и приятный экскурсовод, которая отвечала на все вопросы. Я была в восторге!»

Катя Лавренова

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Экскурсия Высотка на Котельнической. 30 этаж · 16 октября

«Мария прекрасный гид. , все рассказала подробно и очень интересно. Рекомендую всем!!!»

Georgy

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Экскурсия Высотка на Котельнической. 30 этаж · 14 октября

«Было очень интересно и познавательно!»

Ольга

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Экскурсия Высотка на Котельнической. 30 этаж · 12 октября

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Meeting point

Meeting point

I will share the exact meeting point when you book. All my routes start and end at a metro station in central Moscow.

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Where we meet

I will share the exact meeting point when you book. All my routes start and end at a metro station in central Moscow.

Kotelnicheskaya Embankment high-rise, by the Illusion cinema.

FAQ

Common questions

How much does a guided tour of the Kotelnicheskaya high-rise cost?

A guided tour of the Kotelnicheskaya high-rise — a group of up to 16 people, 2,500 ₽ per person, 2 hours long. Current dates and prices for the group tours are in the schedule on this page; book via WhatsApp or Telegram.

What is there to see at the Kotelnicheskaya high-rise?

We will circle all the wings to catch the best angles, step into the grand lobby with its stucco and mosaic, and ride up to the 30th floor for the Kremlin panorama. Along the way you will hear the stories of the residents — Ulanova, Ranevskaya, Voznesensky and Zykina.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is in central Moscow, next to the high-rise; we send the exact location once your booking is confirmed. All routes start and finish at a metro station.

How long is the tour?

2 hours: the first hour is the walk around the house, the second is the ride up the tower, the Kremlin panorama and tea with Moscow sweets.

Can the tour be guided in English?

Yes — Maria leads the tours in both Russian and English, and the story is equally lively in either language.

Can I book a private tour?

Yes, any of the tours can be arranged as a private tour. The price of a private tour is 30,000 ₽.