Kuskovo (Кусково). A voyage to Kuskovo Park and Estate, Veshnyaki district, Moscow, Russia, Europe.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Moscow has a wealth of unexpected parks and gardens. A surprising collection of green spaces, amazing architecture and rich history is waiting for you in Kuskovo Park and Estate. The Ensemble Kuskovo is a unique example of a typical 18th century Moscow region residence. The estate was designed for celebrations and festivities and contains more than 20 unique architectural monuments including an Italian House, a Dutch House and a Grotto, as well as ponds, canals, scenic views and excellent photo ops. Another point of interest in Kuskovo Estate is the only French park that has survived in Moscow. Come here for an outdoor adventure, works of Russian and European art, decorative arts and crafts that will get your heart pumping.Timing is flexible and you can start the tour any time you prefer. 

Famous for a wealth of art, history, striking landscapes and perfect photo ops, Kuskovo Estate is a local hidden gem! This tour can be customized to make it a unique experience for you. Your private local guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and discuss the tour itinerary with you at the beginning of the tour.   Combine a Russian traditional lunch (extra cost) with blissful Russian countryside on a half-day Kuskovo tour! With a tour escort, you will travel outside Moscow center and spend the morning at an enchanting Russian estate.The timing can be modified to meet your preferences. 10 am – Hotel pick-up You will be picked up from your centrally-located hotel by your private friendly local guide and will take a brief city tour on your way to the Kuskovo Ensemble. 10.40 am – 12.20 pm – The Palace, the Grotto, Italian and Dutch Houses. This tucked away park is a hidden gem which only locals know about. Kuskovo was first mentioned in the 16th century and it honors the life of the Russian elite – Sheremetyev family. You will appreciate the Palace of Kuskovo, built in 1770s and designed in the best traditions of Russian art and craft. The eye-catching details and patterns are all over the Palace, and you can see all the magnificent rooms, if you like: the vestibule, the Reception Room combining artistic elements from Western, Eastern and Northern Europe, the Tapestry Room which was decorated with 17th-century Flemish tapestries, the State Bedroom, the Cabinet-Bureau decorated in the style of Peter the Great, Everyday Bedroom with a marble-faced fireplace and portraits of the legendary Sheremetev family, the Dancing Hall - the largest and most decorated room in the house, with mirror-covered walls, the Billiards Room and the Dining Room. The Grotto seems like an oasis representing the palace of the King of the Seas, and filled with statues of Venus, Flore, Diana, Juno, Ceres and Jupiter. Next, explore a traditional Italian House and a brick Dutch House built in the 1750s on a small pond near the Palace that is the ideal place to lounge. 12.20 – 1 pm – Hotel drop-off

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What’s included

• All taxes
• All entrance fees included in the program of the tour
• Multiple start times available
• Unique local experience
• Friendly local guide
• Private tour
• Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
• Iconic places for photo shoot
• Flexible customizable itinerary
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport by private vehicle

What’s not included

• Gratuities (optional)

Highlights

• Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city
• Exclusive to Viator
• Ideal choice for families
• Multiple times offered throughout the day
• Romantic experience, perfect for couples
• Step back in time on a history tour

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