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The sprawling, mind-boggling metropolis of Russian Moscow has long been one of the theatrical stages on which the great dramas of Europe and Asia have been played out in grand style. Burned by Napoleon in 1812, immortalised by Tolstoy, utilised by the Bolsheviks and championed as a bastion of heroic defiance by the post-war communists, it’s almost hard to believe just how defining the historical events that found their home on Moscow’s streets have been. Moscow tour guides will easily be able to mark the major must-see landmarks on the map, from the onion-domed orthodox Saint Basil's Cathedral, to the political powerhouse of Red Square just next door, while others will be quick to recommend a ride on Moscow’s famous subterranean metro system, or a visit to the UNESCO-attested Novodevichy Convent on the city’s southern side. But Moscow is a city also in the throes of a cultural wrangling between the old and the new. Creative energies abound here: Boho bars and pumping super clubs now occupy the iconic mega structures of the old USSR; high-fashion outlets, trendy shopping malls and luxurious residential districts stand as testimony to a city that’s now the undisputed playground of the world’s super-rich, while sprawling modern art museums dominate the cultural offering of the downtown districts north of the Moskva River.
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Our 20 Best Moscow Tours of 2022
Join us on an unforgettable tour to Moscow, the capital of Russia. Imagine visiting Red Square, St. Basil’s the Kremlin and more. Moscow is one of Europe’s most vibrant cities and one of Russia’s most historical. All of our tours to Moscow are fully customizable and can be adjusted to fit any budget. Our most popular tours are listed below. Please click on the tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our Moscow tours using the form at the side of the page. You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.
Classic Moscow
This is our most popular Moscow tour that includes all the most prominent sights. You will become acquainted with ancient Russia in the Kremlin, admire Russian art in the Tretyakov Gallery, listen to street musicians as you stroll along the Old Arbat street, and learn about Soviet times on the Moscow Metro tour.
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A Week in Moscow
This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing.
Weekend in Moscow
This tour is a great way to get acquainted with the capital of Russia if you are short of time. You will see all the main attractions of the city, the most important of which is the Kremlin - the heart of Russia. The tour starts on Friday and can be combined with a business trip.
Group Tour Moscow Break by Intourist
Russia's capital has so much to offer, from the Kremlin and the Metro to the Old Arbat street and the Tretyakov Gallery. Besides these sites, you will also visit a fascinating country estate which today is quite off the beaten path, Gorky Estate, where the Soviet leader Lenin spent the last months of his life.
Kolomenskoye Tour with transport
The history of Kolomenskoye stretches back for centuries. In 1380, Dmitri Donskoi’s army passed through Kolomenskoye on their way to the Kulikovo battlefield, and it was...
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Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Armory Tour
The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city’s former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury...
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Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals, Armory, Diamond Fund Tour
Old Arbat walking tour
You will be told of the street’s interesting history and view the street’s artisan culture. You will also have the opportunity to view and purchase souvenirs from the...
Tour to Sergiev Posad with transport
Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, Sergiev Posad is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra)...
Tour to Kuskovo with transport
The Kuskovo Estate often called the Moscow Versailles due to its perfectly preserved French park, is an example of an 18th century, luxurious Moscow summer residence. Its history...
Tour to Tsaritsyno with transport
The Tsaritsyno Estate is located in the southern part of Moscow. The estate was constructed for Catherine the Great by the Russian architects Bazhenov and Kazakov in a romantic...
Moscow Metro and Old Arbat Tour
The Moscow Metro is one of the largest and most grandly built metro systems in the world. It was meant to be a showcase of the Soviet Union’s achievements for both the Russians...
Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion and vodka tasting)
Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone...
Mikhail Bulgakov Apartment Museum
This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's...
Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Diamond Fund Tour
The State Museum of Lev Tolstoy Tour
Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy...
Novodevichy Convent Tour with transport
Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure...
City Tour with Visit to St. Basils & Red Sq. with transport
Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will...
City Tour of Moscow
Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous...
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KGB Tour with transport
This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to...
Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour
The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened...
Tretyakov State Gallery Tour
This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and...
Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour
This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious...
Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion only)
Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.
Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.
Tours to Moscow
Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!
Moscow, a City Like No Other
Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.
Moscow Tours centering on Russian History
Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.
Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers
What is the best time to visit moscow.
Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide
How many days are enough in Moscow?
If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.
Do they speak English in Moscow?
As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.
Is it safe to travel to Moscow?
It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .
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Things to do in Moscow: how to visit Moscow | Unmissable, cool & unusual
- September 2, 2023
What are the best things to do in Moscow? What to do in Moscow? First, I will list the main places to visit by theme, passing by the must-sees, but also more unusual places in Moscow. Then, I will describe what to see in Moscow in one day and how to visit Moscow in 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 days. Let’s go!
Good to know. For more information, click on the places to open the dedicated blog posts.
Main places to visit in Moscow & best things to do in Moscow
I worked in Moscow and I loved this city for its dynamism and energy. We find there from time to time to see friends, remember good memories and enjoy this giant city! Then the time has come for us to share with you our practical guide.
TOP 5 must-see places in Moscow
- Moscow Red Square
- St. Basil’s Cathedral
- Cathedral of Christ the Savior
- Bolshoi Theatre
Places of cultural, historical and religious interest in Moscow
- Novodevichy Convent and cemetery
- Tretyakov Gallery
- Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
- Kremlin Izmaïlovo (pseudo-historic place, recently built in the image of the old, one of the best things to do in Moscow for your Instagram account 😉 )
- Park and ancient village of Kolomenskoye
Visit Moscow of the Soviet era
- Moscow State University and Sparrows Hill
- VDNKh and the Museum of Astronautics, one of the key landmarks of the Soviet era in Moscow
- GULAG Museum
- Metro stations
- The Stalinist skyscrapers, scattered all over the city
Less touristy places in Moscow
- Gorky Park and the GARAGE museum
- The old Krasny Oktyabr factory
- Zaryadye Park
- Center for Contemporary Art, WINZAVOD
- Business center, Moscow City
Main districts of Moscow to visit
- Patriarch Ponds
- Tchistye Prudy
- Kuznetsky most
- Arbat Street
However, regardless of the length of your stay, whether you are going to visit Moscow in 4 days or in 2, you need a visa. The article Obtaining a tourist visa for Russia could then be useful in any case.
What to do and see in Moscow in one day?
List of things to see and do in Moscow in one day:
- Go to Red Square
- Visit St. Basil’s Cathedral
- See Kremlin walls (but not to visit)
- Visit Cathedral of Christ the Savior
- Discover Kuznetsky most districts and see Bolshoi Theatre building
- And if you have time at the end of the day: go to the Sparrows Hill or to the Moscow City for a beautiful view
Things to do in Moscow in 2 days
If you want to visit Moscow in 2 days, there are 2 purposes: do not miss the essential places of Moscow and optimize travel.
- First day: Red Square , Saint Basil’s Cathedral , Zariadye Park, Bolshoi Theatre , Kremlin
- Day 2: Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the former Krasny Oktyabr factory on Balchug Island, Gorky Park, Moscow State University (one of the Seven Sisters buildings ) and Sparrow Hill
As 2 days os really short, be sure to choose an accommodation in the best districts where to stay in Moscow .
Walking on Red Square in Moscow: one of the unmissable things to do in Moscow
Iconic place and one of the must-see places in Moscow and even in Russia! Besides, if there was only one place to visit in Moscow in 2 days, this place would then be Red Square, without hesitation. Therefore, starting the city tour with Red Square is ideal . Several buildings are on the square, but not all of them have to be visited. Check out my blog post about Moscow’s Red Square in detail to learn more and not miss anything.
Visiting Saint-Basil’s Cathedral inside
Even more emblematic than Moscow’s Red Square! Built in the middle of the 16th century under the orders of Tsar Ivan Le Terrible, this cathedral is one of the most beautiful monuments of Orthodox art, and definitely one of the unmissable places in Moscow. Visiting Saint-Basil’s Cathedral inside is one of the most beautiful things to do in Moscow!
- Visit estimate time : 1h30
- Entry ticket : 700 RUB. Tickets can be purchased on the cathedral’s official website 45 days before the tour.
- Audio guide (recommended): 500 RUB
- Opening hours : June to August 10 am-6pm; from November to April: 11 am-5pm; May, September, October 11 am-5pm. Cathedral closed on Wednesdays. Entrance is closed 45 minutes before closing.
- Find out more in the dedicated article: Saint Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow
Take a walk in Zariadye park: one of the coolest things to do in Moscow after visiting Red Square
Zaryadie Park is just a 10-minute walk from St. Basil’s Cathedral, so it’s easy to include in your itinerary if you’re going to visit Moscow in 2 days. From its heights, you can see the red walls of the Kremlin. But, the most impressive point of view is the platform which overlooks the Moskva river. A must see! And clearly one of the coolest things to do in Moscow!
- Open 24 hours a day
- Good to know! Park Zaryadye is also a place to visit in Moscow in winter. Find out more here: What to do in Moscow in winter?
See the Bolshoi Theatre and discover the Kuznetsky Most district
The Bolshoi Theatre is the most famous Russian theater in the world. The most economical way to see a presentation at the Bolshoi Theater is to take the tickets on the theater’s official website in advance, so here is our tutorial to help you: How to buy entrance tickets to the Bolshoi? In addition, several pedestrian or one-way streets
The Bolshoi Theater is the most famous Russian theater in the world. The most economical way to see a presentation at the Bolshoi Theater is to take the tickets on the theater’s official website in advance, so here is our tutorial to help you: How to buy tickets to the Bolshoi? In addition, several pedestrian or one-way streets are located north of the theater. It is therefore very pleasant to find them to leave the main axes of the megalopolis.
Visit the Moscow Kremlin
Visit Kremlin is on top of things to do in Moscow. A place of power for centuries, the Kremlin then shows us a whole different image when viewed from the inside. If you want to visit Moscow in 2 days, the Kremlin is certainly one of the must-see places in Moscow.
- Opening hours : Daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Thursday.
- See our blog post about visiting the Moscow Kremlin
Visit the Cathedral of Christ the Savior
This impressive Moscow Cathedral is the seat of the Russian Orthodox Church. It is a must see if you visit Moscow in 2 days and clearly one of the things to do in Moscow. The Cathedral of Christ the Savior was first built in 1883 in memory of Russia’s victory over Napoleon’s Grand Army. Then in 1931 Stalin ordered its destruction. It was then rebuilt again (identically) only in 2000.
- Where? Ulitsa Volkhonka 15. At the foot of the Kropotkinskaya metro station.
- Opening hours . Daily: 10: 00-17: 00, except Monday: 13: 00-17: 00
- Free entry (some closing restrictions, for example a short)
Good to know! In orthodox religious places, one must avoid excessively uncovered clothing. Women should cover their heads. After visiting the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, you can explore Bolotny Island and Gorky Park. This is one of the routes our guide to Moscow.
The old Krasny Oktyabr factory: one of the coolest things to do in Moscow
If you cross the Moskva River by a pedestrian bridge which is located just in front of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, you will enjoy a beautiful view of the city and at the same time you can discover Balchug Island. Furthermore, if you want to visit Moscow in 2 days, you can include this island in your itinerary between the cathedral and Gorky park. Here is the old confectionery factory Krasny Oktyabr, which has gradually turned into a fashionable micro-district. There are then some elements of street art, cafes and restaurants and some Moscow bohemian side. At the end of the island you can see a gigantic 98-meter-high monument dedicated to the Russian reforming tsar Pierre The Great.
Good to know! You can find on this island are the trendiest nightclubs in Moscow. On weekends, there are taxi caps after midnight so there are so many people. On the other hand, if you go there in winter and during the day, the island is quite empty and less interesting to see.
Gorky Park is one of the TOP places to visit in Moscow, because it allows you to better understand the life of the locals and their rhythm. In fact, it’s a huge entertainment park. For example, in winter there is a giant ice rink and in summer – free dance or yoga lessons, sandy beaches for playing volleyball, an outdoor cinema. So, like the locals, have a Stakantchik (ice cream or cooked corn), and enjoy the atmosphere of the place: that’s one of the interesting things to do in Moscow to discover the city.
- Where? Krymsky Val 9. 20 minutes’ walk from Krasny Oktyabr, along the quays.
Sparrow Hill and Moscow State University
The Sparrow Hill, Vorobiovy Gori in Russian, is the highest point in Moscow. It is rather known to Russians, but less to travelers. A nice view on Moscow opens from the hill, and in particular on the Luzhniki Stadium. In addition, on the hill itself is the Moscow State University: an impressive skyscraper from the Soviet era.
- How to get there? By bus T7 (35 min) from Oktyaborskaya station, near Gorki Park. By metro (Vorobiovy Gorki station) + climb the hill on foot. On foot along the Moskva along the Gorky Park (1h30) + climb in funiculars.
Good to know! It is possible to cross the Moskva river by funicular. We actually tested it and it was pretty cool! That is one of our favorite things to do in Moscow!
What to do in Moscow in 3 days?
If you are going to visit Moscow in 3 days, it would be interesting to dive into the Soviet era which strongly marked the country and the city. After the Bolshevik Revolution, the capital was transferred from Saint Petersburg to Moscow, in order to mark the change of power. Moscow then became the world showcase for communist ideology. Here are the best things to do in Moscow for 3-day-trip!
VDNKh, visit Moscow of the Soviet era
VDNKh is a large exhibition center in the north of Moscow, where there are still several striking witnesses of the USSR. The most interesting are the Museum of Cosmonauts and the Statue of the Worker and the Kolkhozian , which will certainly impress you with its size!
GULAG History Museum
The explanations of the museum are very well done. We really have the feeling of going back in time. If you are going to visit Moscow in 3 days and you are interested in history and this subject in particular, I recommend this museum. Visit the GULAG History Museum is one of the most interesting things to do in Moscow.
Discover the Patriarche Pounds district
It’s a nice neighborhood in Moscow where you can come across rather affluent locals, but not necessarily very bling-bling. Take a walk in this area is really a cool thing to do in Moscow! In addition, the Ponds of Patriarch is one of the places of Bulgakov’s novel “Master and Margarita”. As this is an interesting area to see, we have included it in a walking tour of Moscow. The route ends at the Moscow Kremlin, which is very convenient, because you will be able to visit Moscow in 3 days by optimizing your trips.
What to visit in Moscow in 4 days: TOP things to do in Moscow in 4 days
If you want to visit Moscow in 3 days, you will already see a lot of things. On the other hand, if you stay one more day, you have plenty to do! The Novodevichy Convent, the Tchistie Proudy district and the Izmaylovo Kremlin are very good candidates for you, if you are going to visit Moscow in 4 days.
Visiting Novodevichy Convent in Moscow
The Novodevichy Convent is one of the most brilliant examples of Russian architecture, according to UNESCO. This beautiful complex was built in 1524 and today consists of the convent, but also of a cemetery whose status could be compared to that of Père-Lachaise in Paris. Visiting Novodevichy Convent is one of the great things to do in Moscow, if you want to go a little bit outside of the center!
Discovering Tchistye Proudy district
It’s one of the most popular areas of Moscow, with many cafes, restaurants and bars nearby. It is therefore a place to discover if you want to visit Moscow in 4 days. It is just as pleasant for a stroll as for the discovery of local life. For example, in winter the pond turns into an ice rink.
Visiting the Izmaylovo Kremlin, one of the coolest things to do in Moscow!
The Izmaylovo Kremlin is more of a tourist than a historic place. On the other hand, it is a pretty impressive place to discover, especially on weekends. Inside the Kremlin, there is a flea market where you can find a little bit of everything, but mostly good souvenirs to bring from Moscow. For example, chapka, traditional Russian scarves or matryoshka (Russian dolls). Add the Kremlin and the Izmaïlovo market to your itinerary if you are going to visit Moscow in 4 days, because it is a nice and very colorful place! Visiting the Izmailovo Kremlin is one of the things to do in Moscow, if you want to put colors in your Instagram account! 😉
In 4 days, we will have the opportunity to see several Moscow: Classic Moscow, Moscow of old Russia, Soviet Moscow and a little bit of the new Moscow. So what to visit in Moscow on the 5th day of travel?
What to visit in Moscow in 5 days?
Art lovers will be delighted to discover the Tretyakov Gallery and the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, while others will prefer to stroll along Arbat Street, see the buildings of Moskva-City or visit Bunker 42.
Admiring Russian art at Tretyakov Gallery
Founded in 1856 by an industrialist and great lover of art, the gallery has grown over the decades, and then bequeathed to the state. Today the collection includes more than 140,000 pieces, 15,000 of which are paintings. Visiting the Tretyakov Gallery is one of the things to do in Moscow if you want to discover Russian art!
- Where? Pereoulok Lavrouchinski 10. A 5-minute walk from Tretiakovskaya station
- Opening hours. Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday. Closed on Mondays.
- Entry tickets. 500 RUB.
Visiting the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
The Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts presents the treasures of ancient Egypt, the paintings of Rembrandt and Cézanne, a fine collection of Impressionism.
- Where? Ulitsa Volkhonka 12
- Opening hours. Daily: 10: 00-20: 00, except Thursday: 11: 00-21: 00. Closed on Mondays. The boxes close an hour before closing.
- Entry tickets. The prices vary according to the collections from 300 to 750 RUB.
Walking on Arbat Street
All Russians know Rue Arbat. So, walking on Arbat street is one of the things to do in Moscow. However, after the years, little by little it became very touristy. This is a pedestrian street only. There are souvenir shops, restaurants and cafes there, but it is no longer the most authentic neighborhood in the city.
Seeing the buildings of Moskva-City (Moscow City)
Moskva-City is Moscow’s business center, much like Paris’s Defense district. The skyscrapers of Moskva-City are among the tallest in Europe: 373 meters high! Very nice place to see at dusk.
Good to know! You can admire a nice view of Moscow City from the docks of Tarasa Shevchenko. It’s especially beautiful in the evening with all the lights on.
Bunker 42, one of the most unusual things to do in Moscow
Bunker 42 is a secret military complex which was to be used by the Soviets in the event of a nuclear attack: a space of 7000 m² 65 meters underground!
- Where? 5 Kotelnitcheski Lane, 11.
- Prices. 2200 RUB per person
- Opening hours. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Restaurant inside. Original, but rather a tourist trap.
What to visit in Moscow in 6 days or more?
There are still so many places to see, because Moscow is a big megalopolis and there is always something exciting to do there. For example: the ancient Kolomenskoye village or the WINZAVOD contemporary art center .
If you are interested in history and want to see Russian cities on a rather “human scale”, it would certainly be interesting for you to discover the cities of the Golden Ring . For example, it is very easy to get to Sergey Posad from Moscow (less than 2 hours in train). Visiting the Golden Ring is one of the best things to do in Moscow if you are staying more than a 5-6 days.
There are still plenty of places to see in Moscow, however I did my best to list here the best things to do in Moscow, what to see in Moscow in one day, but also in 2, 3, 4 or 5 days in Moscow!
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Thinking of visiting Russia? When visiting such a famous city, one must, of course, visit the iconic landmarks first. Moscow has plenty of those, most of them in the center of the city, which is very well-planned for tourists. Once you’ve seen the sights that are on most travelers’ lists, it’s time to branch out and visit some of the lesser-known sites, and there are some fascinating places to see and things to do.
I know this list is long, but I just couldn’t help myself. You probably won’t have the time to see them all. But that’s okay. Just scroll through the list and choose what sounds the most interesting to you. Where possible, make sure to book in advance, as things can get crowded, especially during high season.
1. The Red Square, Kremlin, And Surroundings
Red Square (Krasnya Ploshad) is the heart and soul of Russia, and where much of the country’s history has unfolded. This is the most famous landmark in Moscow and indeed the whole country, it’s an absolute must-do! The square is always full of people and has a rather festive atmosphere!
Saint Basil’s Cathedral
This is the famous church with the rainbow-colored, onion-domed roof. The cathedral was commissioned in the 1500s by Ivan the Terrible and according to legend, the Tsar thought it was so beautiful, that he ordered that the architect’s eyes be cut out afterward, so he could never build anything more beautiful! He wasn’t called Ivan the Terrible for no reason!
Lenin’s Mausoleum
The “love-it-or-hate-it” of tourist attractions in Russia. A glass sarcophagus containing the embalmed body of Russian revolutionary, Vladimir Lenin. It may seem a bit bizarre to display the mummy of a person, but it has been there for almost half a century and the 2.5 million visitors who come each year, clearly feel the queuing and thorough body search are worth it, to be in Lenin’s presence.
Pro Tip: no photos and no loud talking are allowed inside the Mausoleum.
Eternal Flame
There is an Eternal Flame in honor of an unknown soldier on the left side of Red Square. The hourly changing of the guards is worth seeing.
The Kremlin is the official residence of the Russian president. You can see it from the outside, or you can take an excursion to one of the museums located inside. This is the biggest active fortress in Europe, and holds a week’s worth of attractions! Once behind the 7,332-feet of walls, there are five squares, four cathedrals, 20 towers, various museums, and the world’s largest bell and cannon to see. Worth a special mention is the Armory Chamber that houses a collection of the famous Faberge Eggs.
Pro Tip: You can only go inside the Kremlin if you are part of a tourist group.
2. Bolshoi Theatre
Bolshoi Theatre translates to “The Big Theatre” in Russian, and the building is home to both the Bolshoi Ballet and Bolshoi Opera — among the oldest and most famous ballet and opera companies in the world.
Pro Tip: It’s hard to get an inexpensive ticket, so if you’re reading well in advance of going to Moscow then try buying tickets on the official website . Last-minute tickets cost around $250 per person. If this is out of your budget, about an hour before a performance, you can try buying a ticket at the entrance from a reseller. Most can speak enough English to negotiate the price.
Tour the Bolshoi Theatre: You can take a group guided tour of the Bolshoi Theatre which focuses on the history and architecture of the theatre and behind the scenes. There’s an English language tour that lasts 2 hours and costs around $300 for a group of up to six.
3. Luxury Shopping At GUM And TSUM
Russia’s main department store, GUM, has a stunning interior that is home to over 100 high-end boutiques, selling a variety of brands: from luxurious Dior to the more affordable Zara. Even if shopping is not on your Moscow to-do list GUM is still worth a visit; the glass-roofed arcade faces Red Square and offers a variety of classy eateries. TSUM, one of the biggest luxury malls in town, is right behind the Bolshoi and GUM. It’s an imposing building with lots of history, and worth a visit just for its design and its glass roof.
4. Christ The Savior Cathedral
This is one of Russia’s most visited cathedrals and is a newer addition to the gorgeous array of Muscovite cathedrals, but don’t let its young age fool you. After perestroika, in the early 90s, the revived Russian Orthodox Church was given permission to build a cathedral on this site. It did the location honors and built the largest temple of the Christian Orthodox Church. The façade is as grand as you’d expect, but it’s the inside that will mesmerize you, with its domes, gold, gorgeous paintings, and decor!
The cathedral is located just a few hundred feet away from the Kremlin and was the site of the infamous Pussy Riot protest against Putin back in 2012.
Pro Tip: Bring a shawl to cover your hair as is the local custom.
5. Gorky Park
Moscow’s premier green space, Gorky Park (Park Gor’kogo) is the city’s biggest and most famous park. There is entertainment on offer here for every taste, from outdoor dancing sessions to yoga classes, volleyball, ping-pong, rollerblading, and bike and boat rental in summer. In winter, half the park turns into a huge ice skating rink. Gorky Park is also home to an open-air movie theater and the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art. There is also Muzeon Art Park, a dynamic contemporary space with a unique collection of 700 sculptures. It is located right in front of Gorky Park.
6. Sparrow Hills Park
If you take a walk from Gorky Park, along the Moscow River embankment, you’ll end up in the city’s other legendary park, Sparrow Hills. Although the park doesn’t offer as many activities as its hip neighbor, it has a great panoramic view of the city
Pro Tip: You can take a free walking tour to all of the above attractions with an English-speaking guide.
7. River Cruising
One of the best ways to experience Moscow, and see all the famous landmarks, but from a different angle, is from the Moscow River. Take a river cruise. Avoid the tourist crowds. There are little nameless old boats that do the cruise, but if you are looking for a more luxurious experience take the Radisson Blu cruise and enjoy the sights with some good food and a glass of wine.
8. Metro Hopping
Inaugurated in the 1930s, the Moscow Metro system is one of the oldest and most beautiful in the world. Started in Stalinist times, each station is a work of art in its own right. I’d recommend touring the stations between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. This way, you’ll be able to properly see it without the crowds. Ideally, I’d recommend taking a tour with a knowledgeable guide with GuruWalk, who will tell you stories of forgotten stations and how the history of the country is interconnected with the metro development. If going by yourself, then I definitely recommend checking out: Mayakovskaya, Ploschad Revolutsii, Kievskaya, Kropotkinskaya, Kurskaya, and Novoslobodskaya stations.
Visit the free Moscow Metro Museum: For real train enthusiasts, located in the southern vestibule of Sportivnaya station is a small free museum. Here you can take a peek into the driver’s cabin, see a collection of metro tokens from different cities, and see different models of a turnstile, traffic lights, escalator, and more.
9. Moscow State University View
In his effort to create a grander Moscow, Stalin had seven skyscrapers built in different parts of town; they’re called the Seven Sisters. The largest of these buildings and the one with the best view is the main building of the Moscow State University. Although this is a little outside the city center, the view is more than worth it.
10. Izmailovsky Market
Mostly known for the city’s largest flea market, the district of Izmaylovo is home to a maze of shops where you can get just about anything, from artisan crafts to traditional fur hats, handcrafted jewelry, fascinating Soviet memorabilia, and antiquities. It’s also one of Moscow’s largest green spaces. There are often no price tags, so be prepared to haggle a bit. Head to one of the market cafes for a warming mulled wine before continuing your shopping spree.
The History of Vodka Museum is found here, and the museum’s restaurant is the perfect place to sample various brands of the national drink.
Once you’ve covered the more touristy spots, Moscow still has plenty to offer, and the places below will also be full of locals! So for some local vibes, I would strongly recommend the spots below!
11. Moscow City
With a completely different vibe, Moscow City (also referred to as Moscow International Business Center) is like a mini Dubai, with lots of impressive tall glass buildings. Here is where you’ll find the best rooftops in towns, like Ruski Restaurant, the highest restaurant both in Moscow City and in Europe. Moscow City is great for crowd-free shopping and the best panoramic views of the city.
12. Tretyakov Gallery
Tretyakov Gallery started as the private collection of the Tretyakov brothers, who were 19th-century philanthropists. They gave their private collection to the government after their deaths. If there is just one museum you visit in Moscow, I recommend this one!
13. Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve
Tsaritsyno was a residence of Catherine the Great more than two centuries ago. It became derelict during the Soviet era but has now been fully renovated. With its opulently decorated buildings, gardens, meadows, and forests, Tsaritsyno Park is the perfect place for a green respite in Moscow.
14. Kolomenskoye
A 10-minute metro ride from the city center is Kolomenskoe Museum-Reserve, where you can get an idea of what Russia looked like 200 years ago. You’ll find ancient churches (one dating back to the 16th century), the oldest garden in Moscow, and the wonderful fairytale wooden palace of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich, father of Peter the Great.
15. Ostankino TV Tower
Built in 1967, Ostankino TV Tower was the tallest free-standing construction in the world at the time, it’s still the 8th tallest building in the world and the highest in Europe. It’s also the best observation deck, with a glass floor and 360-degree views. The speedy elevators take you 1,105 feet in next to no time.
Pro Tip: You need to book in advance; entrance is based on specific ticket times and the capacity is limited and only a certain number of tourists are allowed per day. Don’t forget your passport, you’ll need it to get through security.
16. Zaryadye Park
Zaryadye is a newly opened, landscaped urban park so new you won’t find it in a lot of tour guides. The park is near Red Square and is divided into four climatic zones: forest, steppe, tundra, and floodplains, depicting the variety of climatic zones in Russia.
These last three suggestions are a little quirky, but all are really worth checking out.
17. Museum Of Soviet Arcade Games
Release your inner child playing on 66 arcade machines from the Soviet era! What a great way to spend a couple of hours when tired of visiting museums and palaces. The staff speaks excellent English and are happy to explain how the games work.
18. Moscow Rooftop Tour
Take a 1-hour private Moscow rooftop tour with an experienced roofer. I can just about guarantee none of your friends will be able to say they’ve done it! For your comfort, I recommend wearing comfortable shoes. Take your camera, there are some amazing photo opportunities out there!
19. Sanduny Banya
This classical Russian bathhouse opened its doors in 1808 and is famous for combining traditional Russian banya services with luxurious interiors and service. If you enjoy spas and saunas, then you should experience a Russian bathhouse at least once in your life! Go with an open mind and hire a specialist to steam you as it’s meant to be done — by being beaten repeatedly with a besom (a leafy branch)! This is said to improve circulation, but is best done by a professional!
So there you have my list of things to do in Moscow. I could have gone on and on and on, but I didn’t want to try your patience! There are so many things to do in this vibrant city that you’ll definitely need to allocate several days for exploring.
Here are some other reasons to visit Moscow and Russia:
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Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, before moving to Africa at the age of 21, Sarah Kingdom is a mountain climber and guide, traveler, yoga teacher, trail runner, and mother of two. When she is not climbing or traveling she lives on a cattle ranch in central Zambia. She guides and runs trips regularly in India, Nepal, Tibet, Russia, and Ethiopia, taking climbers up Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro numerous times a year.
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The Know | Try the house-made corned beef from this Wheat Ridge meat market on St. Patrick’s Day
Edwards meats goes whole hog when it comes to st. patrick’s day specialties.
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I was born on St. Patrick’s Day, which is both a blessing and a curse.
It’s a blessing because people tend to remember to wish me a good day. In fact, you’d be surprised how many birthday cards you can find for people born on specific holidays.
It’s a curse because it also happens to be one of the biggest party days of the year in this country.
When I was in my 20s, this made it a lot of fun. Green beer in plastic cups. Pints of Guinness (or of Longmont-based Left Hand Brewing’s Nitro stout ) and shots of Irish whiskey or Baileys Irish Cream. Shamrocks and green wigs and corned beef nachos. As I got older, though, the debauchery of March 17 got a little old. So, I started celebrating at midnight on March 16, which meant I could avoid the stumbling drunks at the bars and restaurants.
These days, my celebrations are a little quieter, and the only part of St. Paddy’s Day that I now associate with my birthday is the corned beef. But not in nachos. Instead, I get house-made corned beef brisket at my favorite butcher shop in Wheat Ridge, Edwards Meats .
Edwards Meats on March 6, 2024. Edwards is a 62-year-old family-run business at 12280 W. 44th Ave. in Wheat Ridge. Calling Edwards a butcher shop, however, probably isn’t accurate. This 62-year-old family-run business at 12280 W. 44th Ave., is more like the Best Buy of meat, carrying filet mignon, short ribs, Wagyu, veal cutlets, bison ribeyes, ahi tuna, elk steaks, octopus, tri-tip, steelhead trout, catfish filets, rack of lamb, frog legs, marinated chicken, slab bacon, smoked pork chops, alligator meat, rabbit, quail and duck. If they don’t have it, you probably can’t find it in Colorado.
The meat is just the beginning, though. There is also just about everything a chef, griller or smoker could want, including dozens of varieties of spice rubs, marinades, hot sauces, glazes, smoked wood chips, logs and charcoal. There’s also a small produce and grocery section, a vast array of sausage and jerky, and a deli serving sandwiches.
And around St. Patrick’s Day, Edwards goes whole hog on other meaty options, including Irish back bacon, Guinness beer sausage, Belfast bangers and more.
But back to the corned beef, which is brined and flavored with a magically delicious combination of spices like peppercorn, mustard seed, bay leaf and dill. I’ve tried to re-create the combo at home, but the corned beef (and corned bison) at Edwards always tastes much better.
And that’s for the best, since it means I can drop in and pick up something else as well, like a few hot links, or the bacon-wrapped filet mignon.
Happy birthday to me.
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Our Guide To The Best Family Travel Insurance For Australians
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A family holiday can be the experience of a lifetime, often jam-packed with day trips and activities for both the adults and kids to enjoy.
However, travelling in numbers, following complex itineraries and taking long trips to other continents, as many Australians do, can provide plenty of opportunity for something to go wrong and potentially ruin the getaway.
Family travel insurance can cover you losing your luggage en route to Bali, the little one breaking an arm on a waterslide, and even needing to cancel the holiday due to the whole family falling ill. We explain how it works below.
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You can take out separate cover for each person in a party, but many providers also offer the option to cover a family in one go, on one policy. To be considered a family, you and your partner must be travelling with children, who are your dependents, are not in full-time work and depending on the provider, are aged under 18 to 25. Often providers will accept parents, step-parents or legal guardians going on holiday with their children, or step-children and grandparents travelling with their grandchildren.
When running quotes for travel insurance online you may come across the option for family cover. Either way, you’ll be required to state the number of people travelling and their ages, which will enable you to view quotes for policies suitable for families.
Travellers may choose family travel insurance over purchasing individual policies for each family member for the following reasons:
- Lower costs: Family cover can be the cheaper option, but not always so it’s best to compare individual policies too.
- Less paperwork: You and the rest of your family will all be on the same policy, and typically will have the same cover levels, so you won’t have tonnes of form-filling.
- Shorter application process: You’ll be able to take out cover for all family members at the same time, rather than going through the application process multiple times.
To be considered a family, you and your partner must be travelling with children, who are your dependents, are not in full-time work and depending on the provider, are aged under 18 to 25.
Family travel insurance may not be the best option if you are:
- Travelling with a mature relative: travel insurance tends to rise in cost the older you are, owing to the increased risk of falling ill while away. As mature relatives can bump up the cost of a policy, it may be worth insuring them separately.
- Travelling with someone who has a medical condition: Insurers refer to medical conditions travellers had before taking out cover as ‘pre-existing’, and some don’t cover these conditions. Those that do may charge extra, which can raise the overall cost of a family policy. Taking out separate cover for relatives with pre-existing conditions can sometimes work out cheaper.
As with other forms of travel insurance, there are three main options when taking out cover for the family:
Single trip: This type of policy covers a one-off holiday taken within the space of 12 months. Annual Multi-trip: It can be more cost-effective to opt for this type of policy if you and your family intend to take more than one holiday in the next year, and you’re able to plan your vacation well in advance. Long-stay: You’ll need this type of policy if you intend to travel for longer than 31 days, typically. Depending on the provider, cover can last for six, 12, 18 and even 24 months.
The various types of cover provided by family travel insurance is wide ranging and differs between policies. Common forms include:
- Emergency medical expenses: Covers the cost of treatment should a member of the party fall ill or get injured while away. Comprehensive policies often offer no limit on this cover.
- Trip cancellation: Pays out should an emergency such as illness or bereavement prevent your trip from going ahead.
- Baggage and belongings: Covers your luggage and personal effects. Look out for a total limit on cover as well as sub-limits for individual items.
- Passport and personal documents: Covers the cost of replacing travel documents if lost or stolen.
- Personal liability: covers you or a family member that injures someone else or damages someone’s property.
Policies will usually protect you and your family for an array of sports and activities, but cover for winter sports, and cruise holidays often come at an additional cost through ‘add-on’ packs.
Looking through the product disclosure statement (PDS) of a travel insurance policy is a crucial prerequisite to purchasing cover, as it will list exactly what the policy covers but also any restrictions and exclusions and sub limits that apply. While these all can differ between policies, generally you can expect most insures to not accept claims that are the result of:
- Intoxication and disorderly behaviour: an insurer is unlikely to pay out if your claim resulted from being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or reckless behaviour.
- A pre-existing condition you didn’t declare: some travel insurance providers do not cover pre-existing medical conditions. If they do, you’ll need to declare these conditions during the medical screening section of the application to make a related claim in the future.
- Injury caused when not wearing safety gear: Insurers often refuse injury claims caused by taking part in a sport or activity, where the traveller did not wear the appropriate safety gear, such as a helmet, harness or knee pads.
- Travelling against official advice: All travellers should make sure to regularly refer to the government’s Smart Traveller updates on the status of their holiday destination. Travelling to a destination on the Smart Traveller’s “do not travel” list, such as Iran or Yemen, can invalidate your policy.
The cost of family travel insurance varies between providers, but they tend to consider holiday destination and length, the age of all members of the party and whether anyone has any pre-existing conditions among other factors when determining price.
To provide an idea of how much a comprehensive policy can cost we ran quotes for a family spending 13 to 26 May in Bali, on the website of the top five insurers we consider to offer the best travel insurance. You can view our full ranking to see how our top 10 picks compare.
We used the profile of a family of four, aged 42, 40, 14, and 12, all without pre-existing conditions, though all five providers cover pre-existing conditions. Note: that quotes will likely be higher for this form of protection. You can find the quotes below, including the maximum number of dependents that can be covered by the insurer:
Each also offers an unlimited amount of emergency medical cover, while the policies from Travel Insurance Direct, Bupa Travel Insurance and insure4less additionally include cover for unexpected dental issues. All policies also cover travel delay, baggage and belongings, travel documents and passports, accidental death and permanent disability should you or another member of the family suffer life changing injury. For a full breakdown of the full range of cover a policy offers, you can read its PDS.
When considering the cost of a policy, it’s also important to weigh it up against the excess it levies. This is the set portion of each claim amount you’ll be expected to pay, subject to certain exclusions as detailed in the PDS. Allianz and insure4less levies a standard excess of $200 on its policy. Bupa charges $250 in excess and InsureandGo, $100. Travel Insurance Direct does not readily state the excess amount payable on its policy online. Allianz and Bupa levies excess per incident, while insure4less applies it per person per incident. InsureandGo expects an excess payment per person, per incident, per section of the policy you are claiming under.
All providers offer more basic policies with lower levels of cover for a lower premium, and some also allow you to choose the excess level. Generally, opting to pay less in excess will raise the policy price, while paying more will lower it.
Can I buy travel insurance after arrival?
While you can buy travel insurance while away, it’s best to take out cover as soon as you book your trip. This will provide you with immediate protection should you have to cancel your holiday due to an emergency. Also, if you take out cover during your holiday, you may be subjected to a waiting period of three days or so before you can claim on your policy.
Does travel insurance cover the whole family?
Travel insurers set their own limits on the number of dependents they cover on their family travel insurance policies. Usually, they will insure up to six or eight children and two adults. Certain policies may offer cover for an unlimited number of dependents.
Do I need travel insurance for my child?
While travel insurance isn’t usually a legal obligation for children or adults, it can offer a vital form of protection, covering large expenses, such as emergency medical costs, that often reach into the tens of thousands of dollars.
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WHAT’S IN OUR CAMERA BAG? //
OUR COMPLETE TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR
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WHAT’S IN OUR CAMERA BAG?
Our travel photography gear has evolved a lot over the years. In my early backpacking days (before meeting Del), I carried a 35mm film SLR camera, a medium format Holga, a polaroid, and sometimes even my Seagull twin-lens reflex, a leather encased beauty I found hiding in a Beijing market. While the lightweight Holga held on for many years, it too eventually went into retirement, and our camera setup these days couldn’t be more different. Technology has advanced and our own needs and priorities have changed. The contents of our camera bag have chopped and changed plenty too, but now we feel like we’ve just about nailed the perfect setup. Finally.
Pretty much all of our travel photography gear, minus the Sony A7III and attached F2.8 16-35 mm GM lens
Pretty much all our travel photography gear, minus the Sony A7III and attached F2.8 16-35 mm GM lens
Whether you’re researching the best travel photography gear for you, or just curious about the kit we use and why, here’s the complete rundown of what’s in our camera bag.
TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR
THE CAMERA BAG | MAIN CAMERA + LENSES | ASSORTED LENS FILTERS | CAMERA ACCESSORIES | GOPRO + ACCESSORIES | DRONE + ACCESSORIES | TRIPOD + GORILLAPOD | MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES | LAPTOPS + HARD DRIVES | PHONES + APPS | EDITING SOFTWARE | CAMERA INSURANCE
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR
THE CAMERA BAG MAIN CAMERA + LENSES ASSORTED LENS FILTERS CAMERA ACCESSORIES GOPRO + ACCESSORIES DRONE + ACCESSORIES TRIPOD + GORILLAPOD OTHER ACCESSORIES LAPTOPS + HARD DRIVES PHONES + APPS EDITING SOFTWARE CAMERA INSURANCE
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // THE CAMERA BAG
THE CAMERA BAG
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First up, the actual camera bag. We’re so in love with this thing that we’ve dedicated an entire post to its glorification . But if you can’t be bothered reading it, just know that it’s a super-sexy, hard-wearing, multi-tasking travel photography bag that fits all of our gear, and then some.
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // MAIN CAMERA + LENSES
MAIN CAMERA + LENSES
Sony A7III camera Sony FE 16-35 mm F2.8 GM lens Sony FE 24-70 mm F2.8 GM lens Sony FE 70-200 mm F4 G OSS lens
Like many, I was a devout Canon disciple for years, but when the time came to up our game from crop sensor DSLR (700D) to something more professional, we switched to the School of Sony. It was a decision made after months of research, poring over reviews, and hypothesising about many obscure travel photography situations. Investing in a full frame Sony mirrorless camera and associated lenses is, well, just that. An investment. A very serious investment. But since taking the plunge at the start of 2019, we’ve been smitten.
MAIN CAMERA
Our main camera is the Sony A7III . It’s a full frame mirrorless camera that comes near the top of the range of what Sony has to offer. We were weighing up the A7III and the A7RIII, eventually deciding on this model for two main reasons: one, we use the camera for shooting video as well as photos, and everything we read suggested the A7III performed much better for video; and two, it was the significantly cheaper option.
Upgrading from a Canon 700D to this felt like trading in a Vauxhall Corsa for an Aston Martin. The delights of this camera are too many to list, but a few real game changers for us have been the in-built stabilisation, amazingly sharp and beautiful images, and the ability to shoot up to 3200+ ISO without any noticeable noise. Additionally, the entire autofocus system is outstanding, silent shooting helps us stay inconspicuous, and the two SD card slots allow us to create an immediate backup, or have one for photos, one for video.
Switching to the Sony A7III also meant buying new lenses. We started with two, and added a third (probably our final) to the setup a few months later. These three lenses are generally considered to be the ‘holy trinity’ for travel photographers as they cover focal lengths from 16-200 mm, which accounts for most situations.
24-70 mm F2.8 Lens
The Sony FE 24-70 mm F2.8 GM lens is a great all-rounder and our most used lens. The focal range covers a wide variety of situations, and the f/2.8 aperture allows us to shoot in low light and achieve lovely bokeh (a fancy term for dreamy, out-of-focus background blur).
We pondered the 24-105 mm F4 G lens because that extra 35mm of focal length would be great, but in the end we knew we’d regret not having a wider aperture for video and photos. As our main lens, we also wanted the best quality, and that came down to the GM series.
The f/2.8 aperture on the Sony 24-70 mm GM lens allows us to shoot in lowlight and capture images with shallow depth of field like this
16-35 mm F2.8 Lens
While 24 mm is still pretty wide, we were used to having a 10-18 mm Canon lens and knew we’d miss having the extra wide-angle capability that the Sony FE 16-35 mm F2.8 GM lens could give us.
We use it a lot for landscape photography (and keep intending to use it for astrophotography), but it’s also great for getting a wider angle in tight spaces like building interiors or narrow street scenes. As we often shoot vlog-style video, this lens is also ideal for filming hand-held on the go footage, when the camera is only at arm’s length from our faces. Again, the wide aperture gives us a lot more versatility for shooting in low light and achieving a shallower depth of field for photos and video.
Getting that wide landscape shot at 16 mm on South Korea’s Jeju Island
70-200 mm F4 Lens
After travelling with just the 16-35 mm and 24-70 mm lenses for a few months, Del was really missing having a longer focal length. So, we dropped another small fortune on the Sony FE 70-200 mm F4 G OSS lens . It can be annoying to humph around all the time because it’s our least used lens, but for certain situations there is just no substitute.
The most obvious use for this telephoto lens is capturing subjects that are far away. Shooting wildlife is a good example. But it’s also great for portrait photography. Standing further away from your subject while using a longer focal length creates the impression of greater separation of the foreground and background, creating a nice depth of field.
Capturing a lone hilltop stag from a distance on the Isle of Rum in Scotland, using the Sony FE 70-200 mm F4 G lens
Capturing a hilltop stag from a distance on the Isle of Rum in Scotland, using the Sony FE 70-200 mm F4 G OSS lens
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // LENS FILTERS
LENS FILTERS
NiSi 10 stop ND 100x100mm filter NiSi V5 Pro 100mm Filter Kit Holder with CPL NiSi 82mm variable ND filter + Step-Up Ring 2 x Hoya 82mm Pro-1 Digital Protector Screw-in Filter 1 x Hoya 72mm Pro-1 Digital Protector Screw-in Filter ( NiSi Medium GND16 filter ) ( NiSi Reverse GND16 filter )
NiSi 10 stop ND 100x100mm filter
NiSi V5 Pro 100mm Filter Kit Holder (with CPL)
NiSi 82mm variable ND filter + Step-Up Ring
2 x Hoya 82mm Pro-1 Digital Protector Screw-in Filter
1 x Hoya 72mm Pro-1 Digital Protector Screw-in Filter ( NiSi Medium GND16 filter ) ( NiSi Reverse GND16 filter )
We have a number of camera filters that have various functions. Some are mostly for use when shooting video, others allow us to get a bit more creative with our photography, and some are purely to protect our expensive glass.
PROTECTIVE FILTERS
We have a protective filter for each lens ( 2 x Hoya 82mm Pro-1 Digital Protector and 1 x Hoya 72mm Pro-1 Digital Protector ). These screw on the front of the lens and protect against scratches and so on.
VARIABLE ND FILTER
As we mostly film with a shutter speed of 1/50 (see this post if you want to learn why), it can be tricky to get the correct exposure in bright conditions. For example, in order to get the right exposure in broad daylight we would have to shoot at the narrowest possible aperture (f/22). But we want to shoot at wider apertures (say f/5.6 – f/8) to create different shots and achieve the best quality. This is where the variable ND filter comes in. It cuts the amount of light entering the camera, a simple process of turning the filter to increase or decrease the strength of the ‘sunglasses’ until the exposure is right.
And if we want to use it on our 70-200 mm lens (which has a 72 mm thread) we use a step-up ring .
FILTER HOLDER & POLARISER
We have a few NiSi 100x100mm glass filters, and these require a special filter holder which attaches to the front of the lens. We have the V5 Pro 100mm Filter Kit Holder , which includes a circular polarising filter (CPL).
This is ideal for cutting out glare when photographing bright sand or water, reducing reflections, deepening the blue of the sky, increasing contrast, or adding saturation. We can use the CPL on its own, or in conjunction with the glass filters, which slot into the holder in front of the CPL.
10 STOP ND FILTER
When we want to shoot a long exposure photo in daylight we use a NiSi 10 stop ND 100×100 mm filter , in conjunction with the filter holder mentioned above. Basically, this is a very dark piece of glass that cuts the amount of light entering the camera by, umm, 10 stops.
We use it to turn water silky smooth, make clouds stretch across the sky, or eradicate people from a busy scene.
Getting smooth and shiny water by shooting a long exposure with the 10 stop filter, as the sun rises over iconic Seongsan Ilchulbong on Jeju Island
Getting smooth and shiny water by shooting a long exposure with the 10 stop filter, as the sun rises over Seongsan Ilchulbong on Jeju Island
4 STOP GND FILTERS
We also have a NiSi medium graduated ND16 filter and a NiSi reverse graduated ND16 filter . These are useful when the sky (medium graduated) or horizon (reverse graduated) is much brighter than the rest of the image.
The medium GND filter can be used to reduce the exposure in the top half of the image by 4 stops, allowing the photo to be properly exposed across the whole image. This is useful in situations where the sky is drastically brighter than the rest of the landscape. The reverse 4 stop GND filter is specifically for shooting sunrise or sunset, as the glass is at its darkest along the horizon line, getting gradually lighter towards the top.
To reduce the exposure of the brighter mountain and sky, we used the medium GND filter for this image on the Manaslu Circuit Trek
To reduce the exposure of the brighter mountain and sky, we used the medium graduated ND16 filter for this image on the Manaslu Circuit Trek
We carried these in our travel photography kit for about 18 months, but decided not to pack them for long-term travel on our latest trip. While they are really useful in certain situations, we just didn’t find ourselves using them enough. To be fair, they aren’t exactly heavy, but they are fragile and require careful packing. The hard case that they came in is too bulky and heavy, so we should really just switch to NiSi’s lens carry pouch instead.
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // CAMERA ACCESSORIES
CAMERA ACCESSORIES
Peak Design Capture Clip Rode VideoMic Pro Neoprene camera cover Camera strap Grey card for WB 6 x camera batteries 2 x memory cards 3 x lens hoods (came with lenses)
Besides our camera and lenses themselves, there are some other essential accessories that we use. From spare batteries to nifty carry solutions, here’s our ‘must-have’ travel photography gear.
PEAK DESIGN CAPTURE CLIP
Genius. Absolute genius. This tiny metal contraption revolutionised the way we carry the camera. The capture clip attaches to the strap of a backpack (or belt) and allows you to carry your camera hands free, safely and securely. You just snap the camera into place, and can unlock it quickly and easily any time you want to use it.
We do a lot of hiking, often with fully loaded 50-70L backpacks, and the capture clip has made photographing and videoing on the go so much easier. Del is usually the one carrying the camera. Having that 1.5 kg load securely attached to his strap, instead of dangling from his neck or using up one of his hands, is literally a weight off his shoulders, as well as a safer way to hike for both him and our gear. We love it.
The Sony A7III and 24-70 mm GM lens combo (approx. 1.5 kg), attached securely to Del’s backpack strap with the Peak Design Capture Clip
The Sony A7III and 24-70 mm GM lens combo (approx. 1.5 kg), comfortably attached to Del’s backpack strap with the Peak Design Capture Clip
We use an external mic for capturing audio when filming with the Sony A7III. After a lot of research, we settled on the Rode VideoMic Pro , a directional shotgun mic. It’s small and lightweight, and produces great quality audio.
It’s also extremely quick and easy to set up: the mic attaches to the top of the camera via the hot shoe mount and connects via the 3.5 mm input jack. We use the compatible DeadCat in windy conditions.
Recording the sound of the waves with the Rode Video Mic Pro – along with our old camera and tripod – at sunset on Masirah Island in Oman
Recording the sound of waves with the Rode Video Mic Pro – along with our old camera and tripod – on Masirah Island in Oman
NEOPRENE CAMERA COVER
Among the many camera carry solutions we’ve trialled over the years, our simple neoprene camera cover is one which we continue to stuff in the backpack for a bit of on-the-go protection. It’s handy for covering the camera during a quick rain shower, and protects it from bumps and scratches if we’re jumping in and out of vehicles, scrambling up rocks on a hike, or such like. We often grab it if we’re just popping out to take a few shots and want something to protect the camera should the weather change suddenly.
CAMERA STRAP
We bought a nice padded camera strap from a design store in Tainan to replace the standard Sony strap that comes with the body. This was partly because we didn’t like wandering around with the make and model of our camera emblazoned on the strap for all to see, and partly because it’s much more comfortable to wear. We also really like the look of the Peak Design Slide Lite strap , which we may end up buying in the future.
WB GREY CARD
We have a small, lightweight grey card for custom setting the white balance (WB) on our camera. This is particularly useful when shooting video, as we need the accurate WB to be fixed throughout a series of clips and can’t rely on Auto WB.
SPARE CAMERA BATTERIES
We carry six camera batteries for our Sony camera. This may seem excessive. It’s mostly because we regularly go off-grid for days on end and need enough batteries to see us through. In these situations, all we have is a small solar panel and a couple of power banks to keep everything charged. Sony batteries are really expensive, so after much research we opted for Ravpower batteries instead – they have done us proud so far. When we did have a problem with one of them, we got it replaced under warranty (even gaining an extra battery free of charge).
MEMORY CARDS
We use SanDisk Extreme Pro 128 GB memory cards . One is 95mb/s, the other 170mb/s. We use the faster one for capturing video and make sure we back them up to our hard drives after every shoot.
We use the lens hoods that came with each lens to shield them from glare or unwanted light sources.
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // GOPRO + ACCESSORIES
GOPRO + ACCESSORIES
GoPro Hero 4 Black + Housing LCD Touch BacPac Saramonic G-Mic for GoPro Feiyu G5 gimbal Wrist strap mount 8 x spare batteries 3 x memory cards
Our GoPro setup is positively archaic given that the Hero 9 now exists and we’re still using the Hero 4 Black. But, until it packs in we’re fairly reluctant to upgrade as we find ourselves using the GoPro less and less. Saying that, if we did upgrade we could no doubt streamline our gear as our current setup includes a number of things that would be redundant if we owned the Hero 9.
We don’t use our GoPro very often for photography, so most of our accessories are geared towards video creation.
GOPRO (HERO 4 BLACK)
We bought this before our honeymoon in 2014, largely for use in and around water (we spent 3 weeks splashing about in wadis in Oman , snorkelling in the Maldives and beach bumming in the Seychelles at my brother’s wedding). It’s still our go-to for scuba diving trips or any other water related activities (like Songkran ), but we also use it for shooting on-the-go video and love how versatile it is.
Shot on the GoPro Hero 4 Black at the Songkran Festival in Chiang Mai, Thailand
We often set up the GoPro to film a timelapse while we use the Sony A7III for photography and/or alternative video clips. Being so light and tiny, it’s also really easy to use for shooting selfie videos on the move while we’re hiking or driving. While it can’t give us ‘cinematic’ footage like the Sony, it does a great job at capturing scenes from weird angles and perspectives, like low angle walking shots following our feet or POV shots from a motorbike or horse.
We’re not really fans of the classic GoPro fisheye look, so we always shoot on linear view. We almost always mix GoPro footage into a video edit that also includes drone and Sony footage. Therefore, we shoot on Protune Flat to give us the most flexibility when it comes to colour correcting in post, and matching the various clips.
LCD TOUCH BACPAC
Because our ancient GoPro doesn’t have a screen, we bought the LCD touch BacPac a few years ago which attaches to the back and allows us to see what we’re shooting. We use this mostly in conjunction with the housing and wrist strap for filming underwater, or when it’s set up on a tripod for a timelapse.
The later GoPro models have a screen built in, so this wouldn’t be necessary if we upgraded to the Hero 9 .
EXTERNAL MIC
The in-camera audio on our GoPro Hero 4 Black is pants, so we have to use an external mic if we want to do any talking scenes. The Saramonic G-Mic for GoPro is the perfect answer – a tiny little thing that connects directly into the camera. We actually looked at upgrading our GoPro in 2017/2018, but the newer models only allowed an external mic to be used in conjunction with a ridiculously large (and expensive) adapter that sticks out the side, so kept the neat little Hero 4 setup.
The Hero 9 supposedly has much better in-camera audio than any previous GoPro, plus a Media Mod attachment that includes a shotgun mic and an input jack/cold shoe for easier attachment of an external mic. But we haven’t tested it out ourselves to see if it’s really good enough or not…
When we want buttery smooth GoPro footage that glides seamlessly along the hiking trail with us, we gotta use a gimbal. The Feiyu G5 gimbal is compatible with the Hero3/4/5 and works great for us.
The only annoying thing is that we can’t use it with the LCD BacPac attached, so if we want to see what we’re filming, we need to connect via WiFi to the phone app. And we can’t use the WiFi connection and the mic at the same time or we get horrible interference recorded on the audio. So, if we’re using the gimbal to talk to the camera, we have to set up the framing first with the app, then turn off the WiFi and try not to move position too much. You get used to it.
Capturing super smooth footage using the Feiyu G5 Gimbal and GoPro on the Jeju Olle Trail
Capturing super smooth video footage using the Feiyu G5 Gimbal and GoPro on the Jeju Olle Trail
Supposedly, the advancements in image stabilisation in the latest GoPro are HUGE, which does make us wonder if we would even need a gimbal if we upgraded. Certainly, our current gimbal model isn’t compatible with the newer GoPros, so if we still felt it was required then we’d have to upgrade our gimbal along with the camera.
WRIST STRAP
We actually have a lot more GoPro accessories (the Chesty , the Jaws clamp , various helmet mounts and so on), but these days we usually only travel with a wrist strap . Basically, we need it for diving or other watersports and it works great.
SPARE BATTERIES
We have at least eight spare batteries for the GoPro. Again, it might seem like overkill but these things don’t last long if you’re shooting lots and we rarely have a power supply to charge easily. We have Wasabi Power spare batteries along with a few official GoPro ones .
We carry 3 SanDisk Ultra Micro SD cards for the GoPro and back up regularly to our hard drives.
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // DRONE + ACCESSORIES
DRONE + ACCESSORIES
DJI Mavic Air (+ Fly More Combo accessories) PolarPro Vivid Filters for Mavic Air NiSi Mavic Air 6 set filters
DJI Mavic Air (+ Fly More Combo accessories)
PolarPro Vivid Filters for Mavic Air
NiSi Mavic Air 6 set filters
We succumbed and bought a drone about a week before we left our home in Korea to start full time travelling again in June 2018. We barely had a chance to practice, so most of that was done in the vast emptiness of Mongolia a month later. We bought the ‘Fly More Combo’ which included 2 extra batteries, propellers and a handy carry bag. We primarily use the drone for video, so we also have some filters which allow us to shoot at our desired shutter speed.
Effectively our first drone flight, in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert . After crashing into the sand we learned not to try and land on top of a tiny box
Effectively our first drone flight in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert . After crashing into the sand we learned not to try and land on top of a tiny box
DJI MAVIC AIR
We’d considered buying a drone for quite a while, but concluded that the Mavic Pro was too big for long term backpacking and the Spark was not up to much. When the Mavic Air came on the scene it seemed the perfect compromise between size and functionality.
The drone itself sits in the palm of your hand and weighs just 430g. It comes with a folding controller which you insert your smartphone into for flying. We have three batteries in total, each giving us approx 15 – 20 minutes flying time. The folding charging dock and power cable is also neat in size, and doubles up as a handy USB charging point.
We have to charge the batteries from a mains power supply (not a power bank or portable solar panel). This limits us to just the three batteries on remote multi-day hikes so we have to pick and choose when to fly carefully, which may or may not have led to a few ‘disagreements’ in the past. With a power inverter , we can charge the drone batteries in a car, which is ideal when we’re on a camping road trip.
The Mavic Air can shoot 4K video and we’re really pleased with the quality of the footage. Photography wise, the quality could definitely be better, and no doubt the larger sensor and variable aperture of the Mavic 2 Pro would produce superior results. But, it’s more than twice the price and obnoxiously large in comparison. The recently released Mavic Air 2 is an interesting addition to the DJI lineup, with a whopping 48MP photo resolution, longer flying time, and various other improvements. It’s also heavier and bulkier though, so we’re not immediately rushing to upgrade. Regardless of the model, we love how a drone allows us to capture amazing scenes from interesting perspectives for all our travel videos , and are constantly left in awe of how different the landscape can look from above .
Drone footage played a big part in our Pamir Highway Video
MAVIC AIR LENS FILTERS
We like to shoot video at 24fps with a shutter speed of 1/50. In most situations this means the footage is way overexposed as the Mavic Air has an f/2.8 fixed aperture and lets in lots of light. So, we have a variety of ND filters which cut the amount of light entering the lens, allowing us to expose the image correctly.
We have 2/3/4 stop ND polarising filters in our PolarPro Vivid pack, which are great if we need to reduce glare or reflections from water, sand, snow, etc. We also have a 6-set of NiSi filters which gives us non-polarised 2/3/4/5 stop ND filters, plus a circular polarising filter (CPL) and a natural night filter. Usually, with 9 filters to choose from, there’s one to suit the conditions on any given day. The filters attach to the front of the lens and we have to do a little exposure test at the start, sometimes trying a couple of different filters before taking off.
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // TRIPODS
Peak Design Travel Tripod Joby Gorillapod 3K
Finding a great travel tripod can be a right pain. You need to weigh up so many factors, and just when you think you’re onto a winner, there’s always one that lets you down. If it’s small and compact, it’s also annoyingly short. If it’s lightweight, it’s flimsy and useless in the slightest breeze. If it’s cheap, it’s bulky, heavy, and/or flimsy. If it’s lightweight, compact, sturdy, and extends to a reasonable height, it’s also very expensive. Basically, you’re screwed either way and have to give in to something. After a long hunt and somewhat satisfying affair with the Zomei Z669C (which ended with one leg breaking, thus stunting its overall height), I think we’ve found our tripod partner for life.
PEAK DESIGN TRAVEL TRIPOD
“Mmm, mmm. That is one impressive looking tripod,” we thought to ourselves upon being Insta-spammed with ads. They knew their target market well. After detailed investigation, we’d backed the Kickstarter campaign for the Peak Design Travel Tripod and took delivery six months later. We were grinning like teenagers in love. Or me when I see pizza.
Using the nifty phone mount with our Peak Design Travel Tripod , legs fully extended
The design is revolutionary, leaving no negative space, which reduces the overall volume and makes it amazingly compact. Yet it is still what I’d consider full height (152.4 cm at max extension), and is incredibly lightweight at 1.27 kg for the carbon fibre version (1.56 kg for the aluminium alloy design). It deploys super fast and has a weight capacity of up to 9.1 kg, way more than we’ll ever need. It also comes with a slimline weatherproof carry case that slips into the side pocket of our camera bag with ease. Put simply, it’s just the best travel tripod ever made. That comes at a price, obviously, but like I said, you have to give in to something.
We travel full time with our tripod, and always take it on hiking trips, whether they last a couple of days or a couple of months. Finding a tripod this compact, lightweight and actually usable, makes it one of our favourite items of travel photography gear EVER. And should we have a repeat of the tragic leg stunting incident of the Zomei, the guys at Peak Design offer a lifetime warranty on all their products. Nice.
JOBY GORILLAPOD 3K
This quirky little shapeshifter acts as a useful second tripod, as well as a handy selfie grip when we’re filming ourselves talking to the Sony A7III camera.
Not just a tripod, the Joby Gorillapod 3K works perfectly for a spot of vlogging too
We can twist the flexible legs of the Gorillapod 3K around railings, branches, or anything similar to gain extra height and shoot from unique angles. It’s also lightweight (less than 400g) and packs away easily in the side or front pockets of our backpacks. Not sure about that name though. It’s far too close to Jobby. And in Scotland that’s not a good thing.
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES
MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES
Camera cleaning kit Pocket lens cloth Sony compatible battery charger GoPro compatible battery charger Assorted USB/charging cables
CAMERA CLEANING KIT
Helps us keep dust spots and streaky marks at bay. The blower is handy for removing dust from the sensitive sensor.
POCKET LENS CLOTH
Del has lost so many lens cloths that it’s become a running joke. He’d go out for the day with three in his pocket and return with none. I’d find them lying sad and lonely on hiking trails, like Hansel’s breadcrumbs. I tried rationing them out to him, but he’d ‘forget’ to return them to the safety of my pocket and we’d be cloth-less once again. Then I found this little beauty of a pocket lens cloth , and it’s been attached to his belt loop ever since. Even when he’s not carrying the camera, which is a bit weird actually.
BATTERY CHARGERS
We have third-party battery chargers for our Sony A7III and GoPro because they are lighter, USB compatible, and charge more than one battery at a time. We use the Ravpower charger that came with our spare batteries for the Sony camera, and a charger like this for the GoPro.
ASSORTED CABLES
We have a lot of devices that are charged via USB, so we carry a few USB cables, plus the wall charging cables for our laptops and drone batteries. We stick them in a little mesh carry pouch to keep them tidied away but easily accessible.
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // LAPTOPS + HARD DRIVES
LAPTOPS + HARD DRIVES
2 x Dell XPS 13 laptops 2 x Nacuwa hard shell laptop cases 4 x Seagate hard drives 4 x protective hard drive cases
We travel with a laptop each so that we can both work on blog stuff at the same time. We also have multiple external hard drives for backing up our photos and video files, and a couple of protective laptop cases.
DELL XPS 13 LAPTOPS
We’ve had one of these laptops since 2017, and got a second at the start of 2019 as we realised it was impossible to work efficiently with just one. There was just too much waiting around for your turn.
Del uses the older Dell XPS 13 i5 laptop for editing photos in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. I use the newer Dell XPS 13 i7 laptop (which has a faster processor, bigger hard drive and more memory) for video editing. They are lightweight and slimline enough to travel with and we’ve always been happy with Dell computers.
On longer hiking trips, like our month long walk around Jeju Island, we have to carry a laptop with us to back up our footage
On longer hiking trips, like our month long walk around Jeju Island, we have to carry a laptop with us to back up all of our footage. Fortunately they are light and slim enough to fit in the backpack
PROTECTIVE LAPTOP CASES
We sometimes need to carry one of our laptops in our backpacks on extra long multi-day camping and hiking trips, so that we can backup our photos and footage daily. For this purpose, we need a decent hard case that doesn’t weigh much and will protect the laptop well.
We’ve found the Nacuwa hard shell protective laptop case to be ideal, and ended up buying a second one for the new laptop as well. Also makes a handy lap tray for eating my dinner. But you won’t see that on the product description.
SEAGATE EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES
We need a LOT of storage space for backing up our media, and backing up that back up, and sometimes backing up that back up. And so on. We only shoot RAW images and have large files of HD and 4K footage that require a lot of storage space. We’re also ridiculously slow at turning that media into finalised content, so it can sit there for months (even years).
We carry three Seagate external hard drives with us for backing up new footage and accessing old footage for ongoing blog work. We have a fourth hard drive at my parents’ house along with a WD My Cloud home personal cloud that we’ve had for years and can be accessed remotely. In addition to this we have an iDrive cloud backup subscription.
We try to back up our media in three different places, and always at least two.
HARD DRIVE PROTECTIVE CASES
We have a protective case for each hard drive. The best we’ve found are Case Logic .
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // PHONES + APPS
PHONES + APPS
2 x iPhone 6
GoPro App ( iOS / Android )
DJI Go 4 App ( iOS / Android )
Sony Imaging Edge Mobile App ( iOS / Android )
We need a smartphone to fly the drone, and we also use phone apps to control our GoPro ( iOS / Android ) and Sony A7III ( iOS / Android ) cameras on the go. I use my phone lots for capturing on the fly videos and photos for our Instagram Stories , and occasionally I even get the Del Seal Of Approval to include one of my phone photos in a blog post, always a proud and slightly smug moment for me.
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We always had Samsung phones but when my last one packed in, a friend kindly gave me their old iPhone 6 and I got my first bite of Apple products. Took a bit of getting used to. Del now has that phone and I’ve got another refurbished iPhone 6 with more storage. Mostly we’re just creatures of habit and that’s why we use these phones, rather than having some particular love for them.
OUR TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR // EDITING SOFTWARE
EDITING SOFTWARE
Adobe Lightroom Adobe Photoshop Adobe Premiere Pro
Our travel photography gear isn’t just about the physical hardware; our editing software is also an essential part of our kit. We have an Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps plan, which we renew annually and pay about £30/month for. Out of all the apps, we mostly use Lightroom, Photoshop and Premiere Pro.
Lightroom is our main photo editing software but we use Photoshop regularly too. They definitely need a bit of time to figure out, but it’s well worth the effort and there are plenty of online tutorials to help. A must have for any photographer!
We’ve used a few different video editing programs over the years, but Premiere Pro is without a doubt the best. Again, you need to invest time and energy into learning how to use it, but the results are worth it. Premiere Pro is so widely used that there are plenty of online tutorials out there to get you started, and help forums if you get stuck or have any problems. You can read a bit more about how and why we use Premiere Pro in this post .
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Our travel photography gear // camera insurance.
CAMERA INSURANCE
Aaduki Multimedia Insurance (UK)
With so much expensive travel photography gear, we need extra insurance above and beyond our general travel insurance policy to cover our kit. It took me days of research and phoning around companies in the UK to find an insurance provider who could cover us for our needs.
The main problem was that we travel outside of the UK for many months on end, while most policy providers will only cover for 30 or 60 days of travel outside of the UK per year. Eventually I found one company who could offer us a policy with unlimited worldwide travel included. We just have to be in the UK for one day a year.
This suited us perfectly for our first year of the policy, as we intended to be in Scotland for a few months of the year anyway. Now we’ve renewed our policy for a second year, and it’s hanging over our heads that we’ll need to return to the UK at some point before the policy expires. But, that’s a small price to pay for knowing that all of our travel photography gear is covered. Plus, I’ll probably be craving some Stornoway black pudding before the year’s up anyway.
We hope you’ve enjoyed seeing what’s inside our camera bag and that you’ve found it useful. What does your travel photography setup look like? Share your favourite gear in the comments below!
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Good films. Great setup. Do you use the gimbal with the Sony A7III aswell?
Thanks, Chris. We don’t use the gimbal with the Sony camera, it’s only for the GoPro. The in-camera stabilisation is really good on the A7iii, and there is also stabilisation in some of our lenses, too. These days we shoot a lot with our tripod, but even handheld shots with the A7iii are pretty steady (especially if I’m shooting, Del’s a bit shaky!).
This was so great and comprehensive. I feel inspired to start looking into ways to up my photo game. I’ve actually thought about moving into mirrorless camera territory but am still rocking my cropped sensor frame. At what point did you feel you were ready for the move? I feel like I’m still learning so much about photography.
Hey Ambar, Thanks very much! Really glad you found it so useful and that it’s started you thinking about ways to improve. We reached a point where our old cropped sensor DSLR had seen a lot of action. We were coming to the end of a big trip and were looking to upgrade/replace our gear. After a lot of research we felt that we wanted to invest in a system for the future, and that the Sony mirrorless option was the perfect fit. We’re so glad that we did. The full frame sensor matched with good lenses really lifted the … Read more »
Fascinating to compare what you travel with to what’s in our own packs. As a likewise photo/video team, we have some of the same gear. I ended up splurging on the A7rIII, and I LOVE IT. (But I’m also the photographer; hubby went with a Sony a6500 for his video setup.) However, because of that expense, I couldn’t afford all new lenses. I ended up picking up a Canon-Sony lens adapter instead, and this let me continue to use the Canon 24-105mm f/4 (which is almost always on my camera) and my Canon 70-200mm IS f/2.8 (with optional 1.4x extender). … Read more »
Hey Brianna, Well, sounds like we’ve got a lot in common. We thought about getting a lens adapter but in the end decided just to invest in the whole Sony system. None of our old Canon lenses were high end or expensive and we weren’t confident about using an adapter, particularly when changing lenses out and about. Would be interested to know how you find that setup – any issues? Like we said, the 24-70 mm is our go to lens, but we find ourselves using the 16-35 mm more and more in a variety of situations – great to … Read more »
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Train to Amsterdam – 6 hours
Amsterdam (3 Nights)
Despite being credited with certain recreational pastimes, there is actually a lot more to the city than the stereotypical picture, with its abundance of engaging museums, beautiful townhouses, and canals. Find out what makes Amsterdam the beating heart of the Netherlands.
Visit the Van Gogh Museum
Discover Europe’s biggest historic centre by pedal
Take a tour of the Red Light District
Train to Berlin – 7 hours
Berlin (3 Nights)
Berlin is the alternative, cool kid of Europe and a pro at being edgy. It’s how people dress, their liberal attitudes, the graffiti, the skaters and BMXers, the art, the clubs, and the food. Berlin is also crammed full of fascinating WWII history around every corner.
See a section of the old Berlin Wall
Climb the dome of the renovated Reichstag
Discover the nightlife of Schoneberg and Kreuzberg
Train to Prague – 5 hours
Prague (3 Nights)
Prague is stunning, there’s no better word to describe it. On any side street or square you’ll find unique buildings full of colourful detail. The Czech Republic is also the home of Pilsner beer, with no lack of establishments to sample it.
Cross the enchanting Charles Bridge
Marvel at the curvy design of the Dancing Building
Try all the Czech Pilsner beers in the Old Town pub
Train to Vienna – 4 hours
Vienna (2 Nights)
Vienna is crisp, clean, and chic with its biggest draw factor being the multitude of classical palaces and grand imperial buildings. Whether you’re into your royal history or not, the sheer scale of it here will be encapsulating for all, whilst not forgetting the great bars and eateries.
Visit the Spanish Riding School of Vienna
Eat real apple strudel and wiener schnitzel
Go to a classical concert in a city renowned for music
Train to Bratislava – 1 hour
Bratislava (2 Nights)
Bratislavans are incredibly friendly and, as the city has not yet been discovered by the mainstream tourist (stag-dos aside), food, beer, and wine are still cheap here. It’s just as beautiful as its neighbouring Eastern European capitals, but smaller, quieter, and with an idyllic medieval feel.
Climb up to the 19th century castle
Take a night tour to admire Bratislava’s beauty
Do some folk-art shopping at Úľuv
Train to Budapest – 3 hours
Budapest (3 Nights)
Proudly guarding the Danube, the once twin cities of Buda and Pest show off every architectural style from Baroque to Art Nouveau. With its rickety trams and turn-of-the-century feel you’ll be charmed by its past while you cure your hangover in any of the multitude of hot baths.
Relax in the 15th century thermal spas
Take panoramic photos from the scenic Buda castle
Go to Sziget rock and indie festival in August
Train to Zagreb – 6 hours
Zagreb (2 Nights)
A city of flowers and fountains with a curious Mediterranean feel, Zagreb is a year-round destination with a museum-café-theatre culture by day and a lakeside party by night. In winter, a tram ride out of the city provides scenic hiking and skiing opportunities.
Catch a 360-view from the Lotrščak Tower
Stroll through the beautiful Mirogoj Cemetery
Have a coffee in Kino Europa, Zagreb’s oldest cinema
Bus to Ljubljana – 3 hours
Ljubljana (2 Nights)
Ljubljana is a colourful chocolate box city with a café culture that brings to it a festival atmosphere all summer long. See the castle perched above the city or take a day trip out by train to the picturesque Lake Bled, where you can hire a rowing boat and visit the island in the middle.
See the 16th Century castle on the hill
Wander through the colourful streets
Take in 360 views from an art-deco skyscraper terrace
Bus to Venice – 5 hours
Venice (2 Nights)
Venice is nothing short of unique, built on mudbanks of the lagoon, having foregone the convenience of cars for the charisma of canals. Getting lost in Venice is part of the fun, and if you’re on foot you’ll only find small backstreets or large piazzas, and not a single street in sight.
Cross the iconic St Mark’s Square
Get lost in the alleyways and canals of the city
Ride a vaporetto down the Grand Canal
Train to Florence – 2.5 hours
Florence (2 Nights)
If you are touring the big cities of Europe and want to escape to the countryside, then the capital of Tuscany is one of the easiest places to do it from. Not that you’d want to of course once you’ve been seduced by the birthplace of Renaissance art and architecture.
See Michelangelo’s statue of David
Explore countless Renaissance chapels and churches
Eat any number of fun flavours of exquisite ice-cream
Train to Rome – 2 hours
Rome (3 Nights)
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. If that means indulging in ice-cream, pizzerias, cafes, and trattorias, then so be it. Rome will delight you with its eateries and mesmerise you with its monuments. Also, visit the Vatican, the world’s smallest country!
Marvel at the ruins of the Roman Forum
See the world-famous Colosseum
Try real Italian coffee, ice-cream, and pizza
Trains to Nice – 10 hours
Nice (2 Nights)
Looking out on to the French Riviera, Nice is a chic city with some of the best cuisine in the country. Its appeal was future-proofed by 19th Century British aristocrats who commissioned a beachside walkway by which to stroll at sunset, now the popular Promenade des Anglais.
Explore the old-world town of Nice
See the sunset from the Promenade des Anglais
Take a sightseeing cruise of the Cote d’Azur
Trains to Barcelona – 9 hours
Barcelona (3 Nights)
Barcelona is a city which offers everything in abundance. Delicious food, awesome nightlife, spectacular views from on high, architectural and artistic marvels all around. As if that wasn’t enough, there’s plenty of green space (and beach) around… A trip to the Sagrada Familia cathedral, still in construction, is a must.
See the Picasso Museum in the Gothic Quarter
Spot Gaudi’s distinctive architecture in Parc Guell
Crawl the bars around Las Ramblas
Train to Paris – 7 hours
Paris (2 Nights)
Paris is a byword for romance, a synonym for style, and the epitome of elegance. The pride of France and one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Paris needs little introduction, from the Eiffel Tower to the Pont Neuf, it bedazzles visitors and oozes charisma at every turn.
See the Mona Lisa at the Louvre
Watch a cabaret act at the famous Moulin Rouge
Experience the colourful nightlife of the Marais
Train to London – 2.5 hours
Finish your trip back in the UK’s enigmatic capital city, or continue your onward journey home to your nearest UK station for free using your Interrail pass!
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A first-time traveller favourite, The Whole Hog is an awesome way to cram in as many bucket list cities as possible. Our most popular 2 week interrailing package is a fast paced adventure taking you from London to Italy and all the way back, visiting seven of Europe's most popular destinations on the way! TRIP DETAILS DESCRIPTION WHAT'S INCLUDED
Our Whole Hog 4 Weeks tour is tailor-made for urban explorers with an insatiable appetite for the continent's top cities. Over the course of 28 nights, you'll embark on a journey through 11 captivating destinations. This extended 4-week route offers you the luxury of time, allowing for a deeper immersion into each city's unique charm.
Embark on a true European adventure with our most popular Whole Hog Interrail trip, available in 2, 3, or 4-week options. Whether you're in for a fast-paced two-week adventure or a more extended four-week exploration, each trip lets you dive into iconic European destinations. ... Includes top-rated accommodation and all your travel between ...
Tell us your destination, date, and group size. Our team of travel experts and guides will design a tailored itinerary just for you. Enjoy your trip with peace of mind knowing everything is taken care of. The epicenter of modern Russia, Moscow booms with shiny new skyscrapers, the bulbous onion domes of the tsars and politically-rich Red Square.
This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing. $ 941 From/Per person. Details.
Visit Kremlin is on top of things to do in Moscow. A place of power for centuries, the Kremlin then shows us a whole different image when viewed from the inside. If you want to visit Moscow in 2 days, the Kremlin is certainly one of the must-see places in Moscow. Opening hours: Daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Thursday.
5. Gorky Park. Moscow's premier green space, Gorky Park (Park Gor'kogo) is the city's biggest and most famous park. There is entertainment on offer here for every taste, from outdoor dancing sessions to yoga classes, volleyball, ping-pong, rollerblading, and bike and boat rental in summer.
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Embark on an extraordinary journey through Europe with our Whole Hog 6 Weeks tour. Whether you're kicking off a gap year, savoring an extended summer break, or seizing a substantial work hiatus, this epic adventure is tailored for you.
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35 nights If you're going to interrail Europe, you may as well go the Whole Hog, right? Ready to make the most of your summer or a well-deserved break from work? Our 5-week European Expedition is your ticket to an epic adventure across the continent's most incredible destinations.
Plus, coming late spring 'drop' into the world first Jumanji themed land. Escaped from the cinema and way beyond a board game, World of Jumanji sucks families in. Follow in the footsteps of Dr. Bravestone through a whole world of adventures to locate the Jaguar's Eye Jewel, lift the curse and save Jumanji.