Moscow, Russia uses Europe/Moscow, currently MSK (UTC+03:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
As the capital of Russia, Moscow plays a central role in national life, home to around 10 million people. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
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Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
Districts within the city's inner ring roads put many historic sights, theaters, and metro stations within convenient reach of each other. Neighborhoods further out are quieter and more residential, generally relying on the extensive metro to reach the center.
The historic center's squares and grand architecture are striking year-round, though spring and autumn avoid both the cold of winter and the brief but busy summer season. Long summer daylight hours suit late-evening walks.
An extensive and famously efficient metro network is the fastest way across this large city, complemented by buses and widely available taxis. Central districts are also walkable, especially in milder weather.
Late spring through early autumn brings milder, more comfortable temperatures than the long, cold winter, which can see substantial snow. Summer days are notably long given the northern latitude.
Russia uses the RUB, calling code +7.
Russia uses the Russian ruble, and Russian is the official language, with English less commonly spoken outside major hotels and tourist areas. A reserved first impression is common and generally warms with continued interaction.
