To explore a city (or a specific area), you don’t always need to spend several days. It is enough to climb to a high point, where all the surroundings will appear in full view. Observation platforms that open all over the world have long become such points.
A magnificent panorama of the area from a bird's eye view - what could be more breathtaking? If you are not afraid of the upper floors, you will definitely like this type of entertainment.
We have collected 10 of the most impressive observation decks in the world.
Grand Canyon Skywalk, USA
Skywalk is a unique observation deck that looks like a huge horseshoe. It seems to float in the air at an altitude of 1200 meters and protrudes 20 meters above the abyss of the Grand Canyon.
If you dare to open your eyes, you can see the Martian panorama of the Canyon under your feet.
The floor and walls of the observation deck are made of thick, durable glass, and to avoid scratching them, tourists put on socks before entering. The designers claim that the structure can bear a weight of up to 70 tons. If you dare to open your eyes, you can see the Martian panorama of the Canyon under your feet.
Taipei 101, Taiwan
The 106-story Taipei 101 tower reaches a height of 509 meters and is one of the tallest skyscrapers in the world. This Asian miracle was created for seven whole years, starting in 1997. On the lower floors of the tower there is a shopping center and restaurants, and on the upper level there is an observation deck, which offers a wonderful view of the city and the immediate surroundings. The site is unique in that it is located on the street, and for a skyscraper this is quite a rare case.
Observation deck in Iguazu Park, Brazil
The Iguazu Park waterfall complex is located on the border of Brazil and Argentina. And in the middle of the water element and lush tropical greenery there is a unique observation bridge.
This is simply a paradise for tourists, and especially for photographers! Streams of water flowing from a height of 80 meters, multi-colored splashes on the face and an incredibly beautiful rainbow on a sunny day simply drive lovers of the water element crazy.
Auckland's Sky Tower, New Zealand
Auckland's Sky Tower is the tallest structure in the southern hemisphere.
Auckland's Sky Tower is the tallest structure in the southern hemisphere. This building has three observation decks, built at different heights, as well as a restaurant that rotates around its axis for the convenience of visitors.
The height of the tower itself is 328 meters. Its highest and best observation deck, the Sky Deck, is made entirely of glass and offers stunning views of 80 kilometers around.
Burj Khalifa, Dubai
Burj Khalifa is one of the tallest buildings on the planet, reaching a height of 828 meters. This skyscraper is also called the “Dubai Tower”, and its shape is similar to a stalagmite.
Here everything is “the best”: the largest number of floors, the fastest and highest elevator, the highest nightclub and restaurant and the highest observation deck. The latter is located at an altitude of 450 meters on the 124th floor.
Dachstein Sky Walk, Austria
This observation deck is also called the “balcony in the Alps.” The site is firmly built into the sheer Hunerkogel rock and offers an incredible 360-degree view of the snow-capped Alps. They say that the winds blow there the strongest, and if you really want to, you can see the outlines of the Czech Republic and Slovenia from above.
Orient Pearl Tower, China
Shanghai Oriental Pearl Tower is perhaps the most famous landmark among the skyscrapers of the Pudong area. The building, 468 meters high, was erected in 1994, and it ranks first in height in Asia and third in the world.
The building, 468 meters high, was erected in 1994, and it ranks first in height in Asia and third in the world.
Today the TV tower is a symbol of modern Shanghai, and every traveler considers it his duty to climb to the very top and see the city from above. Moreover, you have a choice: at the level of 90 meters there is the Cosmos City observatory, at the level of 267 meters there is a revolving restaurant, and at an altitude of 350 meters the Space Module penthouse awaits everyone.
Sands SkyPark, Singapore
In 2010, one of the largest observation decks in Asia was opened on the roof of the Marina Bay Sands hotel in Singapore. Its area is 12,400 meters.
Singapore has long amazed the world with its unique hotels with rooftop pools and stunning views. This site is no exception: on its territory there is a park, a cafe and a 150-meter swimming pool.
Langkawi SkyBridge, Malaysia
The suspension bridge is made in the style of the best adventure films: it sways under your feet and creaks treacherously...
A suspension bridge with an observation deck is located over the abyss at an altitude of about 700 meters above sea level. The bridge is 125 meters long and 1.8 meters wide with two triangular projections and is made of metal. Once you climb it, you can see the islands of Malaysia, green mountains peeking through the fog, and even Thailand.
The suspension bridge is made in the style of the best adventure films: it sways under your feet and creaks treacherously... Indescribable sensations and excellent photographs are guaranteed to you!
Moscow City, Russia
The largest domestic observation deck opened quite recently, at the end of March, in Moscow, in the Empire Tower (one of the Moscow City skyscraper complex), at an altitude of 248 meters.
A super-fast elevator takes everyone to the very top of the tower, from where they can enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the metropolis. From the observation deck there is a fantastic view of the sights of Moscow: the building of the Academy of Sciences, the Ostankino Tower, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Moscow State University named after M.V. Lomonosov, Vysotka on Kudrinskaya, Novodevichy Convent and others.
Which site would you visit?
Vorobyovy Gory is a forested area on the high right bank of the Moscow River and one of the favorite vacation spots of Muscovites. Vorobyovy Gory is considered one of the seven hills of Moscow; the largest observation deck in the capital is located here, which offers amazing views of the surrounding area. You will see the beautiful bend of the Moscow River, the Kremlin towers and the Luzhniki Stadium, on the right - Neskuchny Garden, on the left - the Novodevichy Convent.
According to tradition, newlyweds come here on their wedding day, and in the evenings friends with similar interests, including bikers and street racers, gather here. A vintage car show is periodically held here.
Those who prefer peace and solitude can go deep into the green area and take a walk through the forest, as well as along the ponds located closer to Neskuchny Garden. Vorobyovy Gory is located near the center of Moscow - 5.5 km from the Kremlin. At the same time, despite the global development, untouched areas of pure forest with old large trees that have survived more than one century have been preserved here.
A pedestrian zone of the Moscow River with a length of about 10 km passes through the territory of the forest park, including the Krymskaya and Pushkinskaya, Andreevskaya and Vorobyovskaya embankments.
In spring and summer, you can rent a bicycle or roller skates on Vorobyovy Gory. Rental points are located on the embankment near the funicular and next to the exit to Vorobyovskoye Highway.
How to get to Vorobyovy Gory, metro station
- By metro - Vorobyovy Gory station, Frunzenskaya and Universitet metro stations are also nearby.
For those who come by car, there are parking spaces next to the observation deck on Kosygina Street, opposite the Moscow State University building and near the intersection of Kosygina Street and Vernadsky Avenue.
Sparrow Hills - observation deck
The observation deck is located at the very top of the Sparrow Hills, at the intersection of Kosygina Street and University Square. Telescopes are installed here, and their use is free. The opening panorama of Moscow fascinates with its harsh beauty and slight haze over the city.
Near the observation deck, as well as on the embankment, there are cafes where you can have a snack.
From the observation deck you can go down to the embankment on foot, and in the summer, by funicular, located on the right side of the observation deck (if you look at Moscow). The funicular will take you to the embankment or to the pier; there is also a stop at the intermediate station. From the pier you can board a boat and go on a trip along the Moscow River.
- According to legend, in this place there was a village that belonged to a priest named Sparrow, hence the origin of the name of this area becomes clear. Later, this village was acquired by Princess Sophia, the wife of Moscow Grand Duke Vasily I
- For several decades, the Sparrow Hills were called the Lenin Hills, but the exact year of the renaming has not been established; three dates are given: 1924, 1935 and 1936. In 1999, the area was returned to its historical name
- In the 18th-19th centuries there was a transit prison on Vorobyovy Gory, as Alexander Herzen wrote about in his novel “The Past and Thoughts” in 1868.
- Initially, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior was planned to be located on the Sparrow Hills. The project was developed and approved and construction began. But over the next seven years, work was carried out sluggishly, and soon stopped completely. According to the official version, due to the unreliability of the soil, the construction of the temple was stopped. At the same time, it turned out that a million rubles from the money allocated for the construction of the cathedral were embezzled. The construction managers were accused of embezzlement and embezzlement and put on trial. The author of the project, Vitberg, was innocently convicted and sent into exile
- During its history, Sparrow Hills several times became a viewing platform for conquerors - from here the Crimean Khan Kazy-Girey and the Polish Hetman Khotkevich looked at the capital. And in the October days of 1917, from the high bank of the Moscow River, the Red Guards began shelling the Kremlin.
Vorobyovy Gory – ecological trail
Vorobyovy Gory is a unique ecological zone with a special topography, there are many springs, picturesque landscapes and excellent breathing. The ecological trail was opened in 2005 and became the first ecological trail in Moscow. It is equipped with information stands and signs telling about the flora and fauna of the forest park.
The forest zone is inhabited by voles, moles and squirrels, and birds include falcons and blackbirds, nightingales and warblers, duckweeds and white wagtails, woodpeckers and mallards, tits and blue tits. Along one of the ponds there are gazebos where you can relax and shelter from the rain. Descriptions of the plants and animals encountered are presented at special stands.
There are feeders for small birds and squirrels, protected by a net from large birds. If desired, the inhabitants of the forest can be fed with grain and nuts.
You can walk along the ecological trail on your own; the ascent to it begins from Vorobyovskaya embankment, 100 meters from the cable car. Excursions along ecological trails are held year-round; on weekdays from 8-00 to 17-00 they are free. It is better to sign up for an excursion in advance, since there are many people who want to take it in the summer. Excursion routes:
- The route “On the Slopes of the Sparrow Hills” starts from the Observation Deck and consists of the section “Slopes of the Sparrow Hills” with a length of 550 meters and the “Andreevsky Ponds” with a length of 220 meters. At the very beginning of the eco-route there is an aviary complex with rare ornamental birds, including pheasants and peacocks, as well as an aviary with squirrels and a demonstration aviary with birds of prey
- The route “On the terraces of Vorobyovy Gory”, 740 meters long, begins at the Vorobyovy Gory metro station. This trail is accessible to everyone as it is adapted for people with reduced mobility. On the route you will come across the “Guess the Tree” and “Animal Traces” stands, as well as St. Andrew’s Ponds, where you can feed the ducks.
PANORAMA360 is located on the 89th floor of the Federation-East tower of the Moscow City complex and, according to the Russian Book of Records, is considered the highest observation deck in the country. Here you can admire incredible views of Moscow, visit an ice cream or chocolate factory, and also look into other entertainment areas.
emb. Presnenskaya, 12, Moscow International Business Center "Moscow City", Tower "Federation-East", floor 89.Museum-Observation Moscow City 0+
Now, to look at the capital's skyscrapers, you don't have to lift your head as high as possible. Moscow City has an amazing museum that will tell you about the capital's high-rise buildings. It also offers a beautiful view of the city from a height of 344 meters above sea level.
Presnenskaya embankment, 6, building 2, 3rd subdivision, Empire tower, southern lobbyDating area on the 60th floor of Moscow City 16+
On the 60th floor of Moscow City there is a platform specially equipped for unforgettable dates. The room will be decorated by decorators, creating a romantic ambience for any occasion. A table with drinks, fruits and any delicious dishes from the menu will be served for you. You can use the services of a photographer or professional musician, and also order a bouquet of flowers.
Presnenskaya embankment, 6Observation deck “Above Only Love” 6+
In one of the skyscrapers of the business center there is a unique observation deck - “Above Only Love”, a romantic place and the highest point in Europe, open to tourists. Here you can admire a 360-degree panorama of the city from a height of 354 meters, see familiar places from an unusual angle and get unforgettable emotions.
1st Krasnogvardeisky pr-d, 21/2Vorobyovy Gory 0+
It is believed that this observation deck is located on one of the seven hills of Moscow. Its height is 80 meters above the city level. From the Sparrow Hills there is an excellent view: the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Moscow City, the bell tower of the Novodevichy Convent, the Ostankino Tower, the Luzhniki sports arena and the beautiful bend of the Moskva River.
Leninskie Gory, vl. 1Moscow State University named after Lomonosov 0+
The total height of the Moscow State University building is 180 meters, and with the spire - 240. Now under the spire of the university there is the Museum of Geography of Moscow State University, which offers a panoramic view of the Luzhniki Stadium, the arboretum, a huge wasteland and a garage cooperative, on the site of which any construction work is prohibited. One of the secret metro-2 lines runs under it.
Leninskie Gory, 1RAS observation deck 0+
The view from here is similar to that from the Vorobyovy Gory observation deck. But the significant difference is that you can spend time contemplating Moscow calmly and without fuss, since few of the crowds of tourists visiting the Russian capital know about this place.
Leninsky Prospect, 32, lit. A, page 1Cathedral of Christ the Savior 0+
The temple has four observation platforms located between the bell towers. From there, from a height of 40 meters, you can admire Moscow and appreciate the architectural merits of the cathedral from a close distance. There is an Orthodox youth club at the church, social services and a Sunday school are organized. You can read more about the work of these organizations on the church website.
st. Volkhonka, 15Observation deck of the Ostankino TV tower 12+
Do you know how beautiful Moscow is from a bird's eye view? If you go up to the observation deck of the Ostankino Tower, you can see the bright face of the heart of Russia in all its glory. By the way, there are two observation platforms in Ostankino: one is glassed - 337 meters (the floor there is also glass), the second is open - 340 meters.
st. Academician Koroleva, 15The space on the top floor of the Children's Store on Lubyanka opened not long ago, but has already managed to gain the status of one of the most popular in the capital. The secret is simple: most observation points are located away from the city center, but here you can see a panorama from the very heart of the capital.
Teatralny pr-d, 5/1
Bell tower "Ivan the Great" 16+
The height of the bell tower is 25 meters. Not so much, but quite enough to see all the most beautiful places in Moscow from above. The church is located on Cathedral Square of the Moscow Kremlin. The bell tower was built on the model of Italian religious architecture, in which it was customary to build bell towers separately from churches.
Kremlin, Cathedral SquareHotel "Ukraine"
On the 29th and 30th floors of one of the most famous high-rise buildings in the capital there is a restaurant serving classic Italian cuisine, Buono. The organizers installed most of the tables along the huge panoramic windows. The covered terrace is decorated with a huge number of green plants.
Kutuzovsky Prospekt, 2, building 1Observation deck of Gorky Park 0+
The main entrance building to Gorky Park opened after a large-scale restoration. The architects not only returned the arch to its historical appearance, but also presented Muscovites with an unexpected gift. An observation deck has appeared on the roof of the main entrance, which offers a wonderful view of the park and its surroundings.
Moscow is an amazing metropolis. It is full of extraordinary urban landscapes that are a must-see if you are lucky enough to be in the Russian capital. Observation platforms will help with this. There are several official observation platforms in the city, but there are also unofficial ones, from which the views are no worse. We will tell you about 12 observation platforms that are worth visiting first.
Height: 57 meters
Address: St. Luzhniki, 24. Nearest metro station - "Sportivnaya"
Price: 1000 rubles (includes a tour of the entire sports complex)
An extreme excursion route on the roof of the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena will open on May 25, 2019. This is a new observation deck for those who want to get to know the stadium better, see Moscow from a bird's eye view and try themselves as a rock climber. You can walk on the roof of the arena on Saturdays and Sundays.
From above you can see Moscow State University, the Novodevichy Convent, the Moscow City skyscrapers, the famous “golden brains” - the building of the Presidium of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. The best views also open up on the new facilities of the sports complex, including the Irina Viner-Usmanova Rhythmic Gymnastics Center, the Aquatic Sports Palace on the site of the old Luzhniki swimming pool, and the Druzhba universal hall.
Sparrow Hills
Height: 80 meters
Address: metro station "Vorobyovy Gory", trolleybus No. 7 and minibus No. 7k.
Price: for free
Located on one of the capital’s seven hills, the site is especially popular among young people, newlyweds and numerous tourists. From here you can see all the important sights of the city at once: Luzhniki, Stalin's skyscrapers, the books of the New Arbat, Ostankino and Shukhov TV towers, the White House and many more postcard-worthy things. Not long ago, it became possible to use stationary binoculars with a tenfold optical zoom on the Vorobyovs.
Observation deck near the RAS building
Height: 60 meters
Address: metro station "Leninsky Prospekt", Leninsky Prospekt, 32A, building 1
Price: for free
The only place in Moscow from where you can see the famous “golden brains” (the building of the Academy of Sciences) in almost detail. Views of the ancient St. Andrew's Monastery and part of the Neskuchny Garden are attached. The main disadvantage is the smoky Third Ring in the immediate vicinity and the fact that due to the tall buildings located on the banks of the Moscow River, the opposite bank is poorly visible.
Ivan the Great belltower
Height: 25 meters
Address: Cathedral Square of the Kremlin
Price: from 250 to 500 rubles
The observation deck of the bell tower is located at a height of 25 meters - in the first tier of bells. Those who climb the steep stone staircase of 137 steps are guaranteed a truly regal view of the Kremlin and the Moscow River. Entrance to the bell tower is paid, but discounts are provided upon presentation of documents. It is important to note that children under 12 years of age are not allowed on the site.
Observation deck of Moscow State University (32nd floor)
Height: 230 meters
Address: m. "University", Leninskie Gory, 1
Price: from 600 to 800 rubles
Website: http://www.32etazh.ru
The observation deck of Moscow State University is rather a generalized concept. At one time, the high-rise was designed in such a way that every student and every researcher could admire Moscow from almost anywhere. Now, unless, of course, you have a student card, you can only get to the observation deck by signing up for a tour of the museum. Tourists are also shown the Rotunda Columned Hall and the Museum of Leaders. The site is open from Tuesday to Saturday, the excursion lasts on average an hour and a half for a group of at least five people.
Observation deck of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior
Height: 40 meters
Address: m. "Kropotkinskaya", st. Volkhonka, house 15
Price: from 350 to 450 rubles
Website: http://www.fxxc.ru
Of course, entrance to the temple itself and the temple museum is free, but you will have to pay for the excursion, as well as for going up to the observation deck. Restored in 1997, the monumental building attracts with its size and scope, but do not be deluded: observation platforms (not one, but four) are located between the bell towers of the temple at an altitude of only 40 meters. However, despite the relatively low height, it offers an almost box-like view of the Moscow Kremlin, Crimean Bridge, Poklonnaya Hill and New Arbat.
Height: 235 meters
Adre from: metro station "Mezhdunarodnaya", Presnenskaya embankment, building 12
Price: 600 rubles (for children - 300 rubles)
Website: http://moscow-city-observation.rf
The observation deck of the Moscow City complex is located on the 58th floor of the Empire Tower. It was opened relatively recently, so the freshness of the experience of climbing a high-speed elevator at a speed of 7 m/s is guaranteed. From the height you can see both modern areas and the historical center of the capital. When visiting, you should pay special attention to the weather conditions - with low clouds or fog, there is a risk of not seeing anything. In addition to visiting the observation deck, the price of the excursion, which must be booked in advance, includes a story about the engineering and architectural innovations of the complex.
Ostankino Tower
Height: 340 meters
Address: m. "Alekseevskaya", "VDNKh", st. Academician Korolev, 15, bldg. 2
Price: from 450 to 1200 rubles
Website: http://www.tvtower.ru
When the tower was completed in 1967, it became the tallest building in the world. No joke: 540 meters, which is almost 120 residential floors. From here you can completely see the building of the television center, the building of Moscow State University on Vorobyovy Gory, Moscow City and Luzhniki. There are also a number of restrictions when visiting this observation deck: children under 12 years old, people with mobility problems and pregnant women are not allowed.
Swissotel Red Hills Hotel
Height: 140 meters
Address: metro station "Paveletskaya", Kosmodamianskaya embankment, building 52, building 6
Price: for free
An endless panorama of the city is available to all visitors to the City Space Bar & Lounge, located on the 34th floor of the hotel. The bar, which resembles a flying saucer landing on the roof of a skyscraper, has a 360-degree view. This means that most of Moscow is clearly visible. Surprisingly, even the high-rise building on Kotelnicheskaya Embankment doesn’t seem like such a colossus from here. The hotel building is located almost in the city center.
Hotel "Radisson Royal" (formerly "Ukraine")
Height: 120 meters
Address: metro station "Kyiv" or "Arbatskaya", Kutuzovsky Prospekt, 2/1
Price: for free
The most advantageous view of the White House, skyscrapers and Stalinist high-rises opens from the windows of one of the hotel restaurants - the Italian “Buono”, located on the 29th and 30th floors. The panoramas at an altitude of 120 meters are truly breathtaking. Beautiful views will be enjoyed by everyone or almost everyone: most of the seats are located along the huge panoramic windows on the covered terrace surrounded by greenery.
Residential complex "Triumph Palace"
Height: 250 meters
Address: Moscow, Chapaevsky lane, 3
Price: free if you negotiate
Website: http://triumphpalacemoscow.ru
The Triumph Palace residential complex is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the tallest residential building in Europe. From its windows and from the roof there is a magnificent view of the center of Moscow. The structure has an original shape and is reminiscent of monumental Stalinist buildings built in the mid-20th century. The walls of the complex are lined with marble, porcelain stoneware and travertine, and the total height of the building with its spire is 264.1 meters.
Observation deck on the roof of the Central Children's Store
Address: m. Kuznetsky Most/Lubyanka, Teatralny proezd, building 5 (Central children's store on Lubyanka). 7th floor.
Price: for free
The open observation deck is located on the roof of the Central Children's Store on Lubyanka and, despite its novelty, has already become one of the most popular observation platforms in Moscow. Unlike many other viewpoints that offer a view of the center of the capital from the outside, the observation deck of the Central Children's Museum allows you to see it from a slightly different angle - from the inside.
An excellent view opens onto Lubyanka Square and the buildings that frame it: the complex of buildings of the FSB of Russia on Lubyanka Square (including the building of the state security agencies on Lubyanka and the gray administrative building across the road), the Polytechnic Museum, the Nautilus shopping center (one of the brightest representatives of the “Luzhkov style” ) and others. Also, the observation deck on the roof of the Central Children's Store allows you to see the Metropol and Moscow hotels, the Swissotel Red Hills skyscraper, many churches and bell towers and endless residential neighborhoods to the very horizon.
Observation deck next to the Russian Academy of Sciences
Address: Leninsky Prospekt, 32Ас1
Price: for free
The most unknown. The view is similar to Vorobyovy Gory, but a little from the side.
Unfortunately, it has one big drawback: in the recent past, the section of the Andreevskaya embankment of the Moscow River right in front of the observation deck was built up with low-rise buildings, and the view was greatly deteriorated due to their roofs. However, it is still one of the most impressive public views of the city. 
Zaryadye Floating Bridge
Address: Varvarka street, 6с2
Price: for free
The newest one. Excellent view of the high-rise building on Kotelnicheskaya embankment. 
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The capital of our Motherland, Moscow, is beautiful from a bird's eye view. There are many observation platforms in the city, the most modern of which is located on the 56th floor of the Empire skyscraper in Moscow City. Numerous travel agencies offer excursions to the top, but you can get there on your own without booking an excursion. We will tell you how to get to the Moscow City observation deck in the next article.
Moscow City
Moscow City is a place that many people love for its high-tech style and the image of a modern metropolis. It’s true, being on the territory of this city of glass and concrete, you can’t believe that you are in Russia, and not in Chicago or Hong Kong. Social networks are full of photographs against the backdrop of Moscow skyscrapers. Many people think that when they go up to the observation deck of a skyscraper, they will see something special. But is it?
When can you get to the Moscow City observation deck?
You can get to the observation deck with a tour from the agency (prices from 1000 rubles) or come to the Empire Tower on your own and purchase a ticket to the observation deck for 700 rubles. If you arrive in the morning on the weekend, you can save money and rise to the heavens for only 500 rubles (check for details). This amount includes the excursion.
Before visiting the Moscow City observation deck, we recommend that you first study the opening hours of the observation deck.
You can get to the lookout on weekends from 10 to 22. On weekdays, the lookout is open from 18 to 22. The ascent at 22 is made without a guide. Tours run every hour. But it's better if you check the details on the official website of the observation deck in the City, you never know!
Moscow City. Schedule
How to find the Empire Tower, where the Moscow City observation deck is located
The observation deck in the City is located in the Empire Tower.
Finding it is quite easy.
The first thing we need is to get to the Vystavochnaya metro station or the Delovoy Tsentr metro station. Next, from the metro follow the signs to the Bagration Bridge. You don't need to go to the bridge itself, that is, we have to stay on this side of the river.
If you arrive by car, keep in mind that parking at the City is paid (100 rubles per hour, specific opening hours - on weekdays from 20-00, on weekends from 11 am). In general, you shouldn't come here by car.
This is the diagram posted on the official website. As you can see, you can reach the Empire Tower through the second floor of Avimola, but in our opinion it is easier to do this from the Bagration Bridge.
Towards the City
As you move, you will see a security booth with the sign Empire Tower.
Security guard
We turn right and approach the skyscrapers. Visually, the Empire looks like this: oval and green. If you look up, your head may involuntarily spin.
Skyscrapers
On your right hand you will have the Evolution Tower, twisted in a spiral (you are in the wrong place), and on your left - the Empire Tower.
Empire Tower
Feel free to come in and go to the reception desk. This is where you can buy tickets for the climb. By the way, ticket prices are steep - adults cost 700 rubles, children 400 rubles. Children under 7 years old are free.
By the way, on the first floor of the Empire there is an interesting art object - a huge watering can camera. There are usually a lot of people wanting to take pictures.
Camera Leica
We are waiting for the group and take the high-speed elevator to the 56th floor. I recommend that you stock up on candy or chewing gum when you go up the elevator - it really hurts your ears.
What will we see on the City observation deck?
You've probably already rolled out your lip, took a selfie stick with you, and hope that your photos will get a lot of likes... But don't be fooled! The Empire Tower is surrounded on all sides by skyscrapers, so you can only see anything from one side of the Empire.
Entrance to the Observation Deck
All the beautiful photographs that are shown to us in the booklets were taken by professional photographers with a zoom of at least 200 mm.
Why are we paying this kind of money? Well, here's what: the guide will tell you about the construction of Moscow City, what the original idea for the complex was and what is happening now, and will demonstrate the features on the model. The story is interesting. They will tell you a little about what is to the left and right of the skyscraper.
Moscow City is fashionable. There is practically no one here over 45 years old.
Moscow City layout
So-so layout, only children like it.
Observation tower Moscow City
At the lookout
The rest of the time you will walk around the unfinished room with concrete ceilings and, if you are lucky, you will see some small exhibition at the top.
Moscow City observation deck
There are skyscrapers all around, you can even see the sunset like this.
Or like this.
As in the famous song “Skyscrapers, skyscrapers, and I’m so small.”
Skyscrapers
Skyscrapers
Skyscrapers
People are trying to photograph something.
At the Moscow City observation deck
Photographers with telephoto lenses have the best luck here. Here's what you can see and zoom in on.
Moscow State University building
View from the Moscow City observation deck
View from the Moscow City observation deck
Luzhniki
Observation tower Moscow City
Alternative views of Moscow City
In our opinion, a much more picturesque observation deck on the City is located on the opposite bank. Of course, you won’t see Moscow from a bird’s eye view, but the view of the skyscraper complex is fabulous. Particularly spectacular shots can be taken in the evening or morning. It's always crowded here, but there's enough space for everyone.
Moscow City in the evening
Moscow City in the evening
Perhaps it makes sense to go up to the Moscow City observation deck once to form your own opinion. But we noticed a more interesting pastime for ourselves on Presnenskaya Embankment - a boat trip, the pier of which is located near the same Bagration Bridge. Tickets are sold in the lobby at the entrance to the bridge from the City side; one of the ticket offices is located near the Tree of Life sculpture.
Personally, I like the view of the City better than the view from it!
