The Museum of Cosmonautics, Moscow: Hours, Address, The Museum of Cosmonautics Reviews: 4.5/5
The Museum of Cosmonautics
The Museum of Cosmonautics
4.5
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
About
The Monument to the Conquerors of Space was erected at Prospekt Mira in Moscow. This outstanding city landmark has been jointly designed by architects Michail Barsh and Andrey Kolchin, and sculptor Andrey Faydish-Krandiyevskiy. September 28th, 1967 Soviet government initiates founding of the Museum of Cosmonautics at the foot of the Monument to the Conquerors of Space to commemorate nation's achievements in space exploration. The Museum of Cosmonautics opens its doors to public on April 10th, 1981, 20th Anniversary of the first manned space flight. Museum exposition gives a retrospect on how Soviet space science evolved starting from first man-made satellites subsequently followed by the first manned space flight, first space walks, Moon exploration programs, Solar system exploration programs and international space research programs. Intricate interior design and unusual exposition altogether created a unique individuality of the Museum. However, new times set new standards. 25 years since its first opening the Museum has been closed down for a massive renovation. Now the Museum shows all the newly accumulated information and latest technologies.
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Neighbourhood: District North-Eastern (SVAO)
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- VDNKh • 4 min walk
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Mayi Barov
Los Angeles, CA813 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Very impressive and educational museum! A must do when in Moscow! You get to see the history of space exploration, lots of unique artifacts, relics, Sputnik satellites and much more also Belka and Svelka (the 1st two Russian space dogs to survive). It is definitely a wonderful experience and very reasonable price!
Written 7 April 2022
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Julia K
Santa Clara, CA104 contributions
Jul. 2021
The cosmic museum is a fun and educational experience that takes you through space exploration. I was really impressed by the rocket monument!
Written 5 August 2021
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B1714D
Belgrade, Serbia12,749 contributions
Apr. 2021
This museum is set at the beginning of the amazing VDNH complex in the northern part of capital.
First thing you see when getting out the metro is an impressive rocket launch monument.
The museum is in the entire area beneath it, very impressive and educative, dedicated to Russia space program, primary to Mr. Gagarin.
Due to Covid entry is restricted so buy your tickets beforehand online.
First thing you see when getting out the metro is an impressive rocket launch monument.
The museum is in the entire area beneath it, very impressive and educative, dedicated to Russia space program, primary to Mr. Gagarin.
Due to Covid entry is restricted so buy your tickets beforehand online.
Written 5 May 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Gazzerg23
London, UK25 contributions
Apr. 2021
Great place to visit. The monument to the conquerors of Space is very impressive / inspiring. Very surprised at how much is contained in the museum underneath, some very interesting pieces. Clearly Uri Gagarin was a brave and lucky man, the colleagues he trained with must have been a bit miffed at being the first person ever into space.
We were lucky, planned to go on the Monday and it was closed, but a lovely sunny day for a walk around Moscow. So we went on a very wet Tuesday - and this was the perfect place for a wet day.
If you get time go.
We were lucky, planned to go on the Monday and it was closed, but a lovely sunny day for a walk around Moscow. So we went on a very wet Tuesday - and this was the perfect place for a wet day.
If you get time go.
Written 1 May 2021
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ZBH88
Stoke-on-Trent, UK1,202 contributions
Feb. 2020 • Family
Yes this would have been a nice informative day out of it wasn't for a member of the reception taking it up in herself to come and tell me that I cannot breastfeed my baby (whilst Sat in a quiet area near the toilets I might add). Because neglect is a much more acceptable act. A real shame as up to them we has enjoyed our visit and the amount of information on offer.
Written 26 February 2020
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Sunshine41897
Tampere, Finland7 contributions
Feb. 2020
It was great to visit this place! As we found out, not all the muscovites have been there. The lights in the evening and the huge skating rink were nice to watch. Our goal was the Museum of Cosmonauts and that was really worth seeing. However, we missed one thing: more English translations!!!!
Written 14 February 2020
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Gal m
Thornhill, Canada56 contributions
Dec. 2019
Easily can spend entire day only on this pavilion. So much to see! That is the place to fully appreciate research!
Written 13 January 2020
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Pedro Pereira
Orlando, FL57 contributions
Dec. 2019
I'm a huge fan of airspace and aeronautics. This was a very interesting visit to me. Russians were pioneers.
Written 7 January 2020
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Johan D
13 contributions
Mar. 2019
A great visit to the history of the Russian part of space exploration. Lots of interesting displays & a very nice shop. To take photos, you need to obtain an extra ticket.
Written 5 January 2020
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Jay F
Piscataway, NJ442 contributions
Dec. 2019
This wonderful museum takes you through the history of space exploration from the beginnings of the Space Race to the present. It's much like the Kennedy Space Center except it highlights Russian achievements, of course. Some artifacts are reproductions/models but some are the real deal. Belka and Strelka, the first two of Russia's space dogs to survive reentry, are on display preserved under glass (they don't appear as well kept as Lenin, though).
The building that houses the museum is an architectural sight as well, topped with a rocket soaring skyward.
The ticket price is very inexpensive when compared to any other science museum in the world. An adult ticket cost 250 rubles, about $4. Due to recommendations on this site I got the audio tour (in English) for another 200 rubles. While it was informative I found it unnecessary if you are will to do some reading. Virtually every exhibit and display has an English translation of their descriptions, contexts and explanations.
If you do get the audio guide you will need to give them a 1000 ruble deposit, refunded after the device's safe return. If you don't have the cash, they will happily hold a credit card hostage.
The building that houses the museum is an architectural sight as well, topped with a rocket soaring skyward.
The ticket price is very inexpensive when compared to any other science museum in the world. An adult ticket cost 250 rubles, about $4. Due to recommendations on this site I got the audio tour (in English) for another 200 rubles. While it was informative I found it unnecessary if you are will to do some reading. Virtually every exhibit and display has an English translation of their descriptions, contexts and explanations.
If you do get the audio guide you will need to give them a 1000 ruble deposit, refunded after the device's safe return. If you don't have the cash, they will happily hold a credit card hostage.
Written 30 December 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Hi, I stay at Crown Plaza Moscow World Trade center Hotel. How long does it take from hotel to the museum?
Shutterbugger
Chennai (Madras), India142 contributions
Hi, I am a foreign tourist trying to book a ticket online for Sep 15 but it asks for an SMS code to complete the booking and I only have the option of providing a Russia mobile number. Is there a work around for this? Thank you.
Tupelo010835
Denton, TX1,962 contributions
Just walk up and purchase a ticket when you arrive. We did. No line. I'm a "buy early online" kinda guy too but in this case it's truly NOT necessary.
mal4870
cairns5 contributions
Is the museum still worth visiting if the "morning of the space era" exhibit is closed
jaspaxroams
Dubai, United Arab Emirates63 contributions
Yes. I think so. As I mentioned the building itself is an attraction. And the museum itself is very comprehensive. Make the effort - you won’t regret it.
Здравствуйте. а обязательно экскурсии бронировать заранее или можно поучаствовать в какой-то сразу ?
RoshuAnna
Moscow, Russia187 contributions
Мне кажется там можно сразу поучаствовать как набирается группа.
martinz207
Chillaron de Cuenca, Spain3 contributions
what are the opening times & closing?
Lingekopf
London, UK8 contributions
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun: 10 AM — 7 PM. Thu, Sat: 10 AM — 9 PM.
Entrance fee 250 Р
Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children, 7-18 years)
650 Р
Children, 7-18 years (from 1June till 31 August) 0 Р
Photo camera pass (no flash) 230 Р
Video camera pass 230 Р
Buran-2 interactive attraction pass 250 Р
Audio Guide 150 Р
I would have posted the website but trip advisor seems to not really want to help people....
There is no requirement to book in advance.
Waar kan ik online tickets kopen?
Jeanny8
The Netherlands1,548 contributions
wij hebben ter plaats aan de kassa kaartjes gekocht, niet duur 500 roebel. Het was in juli ook niet erg druk
Do I have to book in advance to enter the museum?
I am trying to go today. If I can get the tickets there, how much is the ticket?
Africache
Grass Valley, CA476 contributions
I purchased the ticket at the museum.
daryleann
Denver, CO216 contributions
directions to get there on metro in English please
YTCHENG
Hong Kong, China15,491 contributions
You can access to the museum by Kaluzhsko - Rizhskaya Line metro and leave at Stantsiya Station (North vestibula) in Ostankinsky District. There is a high monument on rocket and you can immediately see it at a distance. Vice versa, you can also go to the museum by Moscow Monorail and leave at Vystavochny Tsentr station within walking distance. For more information, this museum is near to VDNKh Park and there is another metro station on the same metro line near to the park.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Museum of Cosmonautics
- The Museum of Cosmonautics is open:
- Tue - Wed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Thu - Thu 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Fri - Sun 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
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