Gorky Park (Park Gorkogo)

The Basics

Local families flock to Moscow’s largest park on weekends to walk, cycle, and picnic amid the gardens and woodlands. Admire riverfront views as you stroll the trails; visit the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art or the sculptures in the Muzeon Park of Arts; or join friends for a game of tennis, volleyball, orpétanque. You’ll also find a boating lake, riverside beaches lined with cafés and lounge chairs, and a small amusement park for young kids.

Go on your own, or explore Gorky Park and other top Moscow attractions on a sightseeing tour.

Things to Know Before You Go

Gorky Park is free and often hosts free events, activities, and sports classes.
The riverfront has plenty of seating, with free Wi-Fi and charging points available.
The park has several on-site cafés, restaurants, and food kiosks, most of which are situated along the river.
The park is fully accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.

How to Get There

Gorky Park is located in Moscow’s Yakimanka district, around 4 miles (7 kilometers) south of downtown. The main park entrance is along the Garden Ring (Sadovoye Koltso) road. The closest metro stations are Oktyabrskaya (line 5), about a 2-minute walk away, and Park Kultury (Circle line) on the other side of the Moskva River, around a 10-minute walk away.

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