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Where to Stay in Russia

Neighbourhood guides for 39 cities

Capital: Moscow
Currency: RUB
Cities covered: 39
Largest city: Moscow (10.4M)

Planning a trip to Russia? Whether you're heading to Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg and Nizhniy Novgorod, choosing the right neighborhood makes all the difference. Our guides cover 39 cities across Russia, with honest neighborhood breakdowns, daily cost estimates, safety ratings, and hotel picks for every budget. Moscow, the capital, is a popular starting point for many travelers.

Top Cities in Russia

Moscow, Russia - Moscow Red Square and St Basil's Cathedral
Capital10.4M

Moscow

Russia

Photo: Michael Parulava
Saint Petersburg, Russia - Scenic coastal city view with clear blue water
5.4M

Saint Petersburg

Russia

Photo: Ethan Robertson
Novosibirsk, Russia - Stunning sunset over a coastal city harbour
1.6M

Novosibirsk

Russia

Photo: Frank McKenna

Popular Searches in Russia

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All Cities in Russia

Yekaterinburg

1.5M

Nizhniy Novgorod

1.3M

Kazan

1.2M

Chelyabinsk

1.2M

Omsk

1.2M

Samara

1.2M

Rostov-na-Donu

1.1M

Ufa

1.1M

Krasnoyarsk

1.1M

Voronezh

1.0M

Volgograd

1.0M

Perm

982K

Krasnodar

900K

Saratov

845K

Tyumen

768K

Tolyatti

703K

Izhevsk

648K

Barnaul

632K

Ulyanovsk

627K

Irkutsk

624K

Khabarovsk

618K

Yaroslavl

609K

Vladivostok

605K

Makhachkala

596K

Khabarovsk Vtoroy

578K

Tomsk

574K

Orenburg

565K

Kemerovo

559K

Novokuznetsk

540K

Ryazan’

539K

Astrakhan

534K

Penza

524K

Naberezhnyye Chelny

510K

Lipetsk

510K

Kirov

507K

Kalininskiy

505K

Travel Guides for Russia

Moscow
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Saint Petersburg
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Novosibirsk
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Yekaterinburg
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Nizhniy Novgorod
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Kazan
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Frequently Asked Questions About Russia

Where is the best place to stay in Russia?
The best place to stay depends on your trip. Moscow is the most popular base for first-time visitors. Other top choices include Saint Petersburg and Novosibirsk. Each of our 39 city guides breaks down the best neighbourhoods by budget, safety, and traveller type.
Is Russia safe for tourists?
Standard travel precautions apply everywhere. Our city guides include detailed safety ratings, neighbourhood-level advice, and areas to avoid for each destination in Russia.
When is the best time to visit Russia?
The best time depends on which part of Russia you are visiting. Our city guides include monthly weather charts so you can pick the ideal time for your chosen destination.
How much does it cost to visit Russia?
Daily costs vary significantly between cities. In Moscow, budget travellers can expect to spend around $30-50 per day, while mid-range travellers should budget $60-120. Our guides include detailed cost breakdowns for every city.

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