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VDNKh
Replete with fountains and socialist realist splendour, this
vast complex
is a curious vestige
of communist paradise gone awry. Capitalism has taken hold here, but it's still free to enter.
Izmaylovsky Market
Perhaps it goes without saying that you don't have to pay to shop, but this
souvenir market
is
still a fun, practically free way to spend a day.
Free Museums
Look out for Moscow's 'Night at the Museum', when museums all around town waive their
admission fees. This occurs once a year, usually in May. Some museums are always free.
Jewish Museum & Centre of Tolerance
This new addition is a thought-provoking, barrier-breaking
multimedia gem
, addressing a
challenging but worthwhile subject.
Ryabushinsky Mansion (Gorky House-Museum)
Sometimes you do get something for nothing, namely an interesting literary museum and
ar-
Museum of the Russian Icon
This is the
private collection
of a Russian businessman, who has put it on display - for free
- in hopes of reigniting interest in this under-appreciated art form.
Sakharov Centre
Free political and artistic exhibits, as well as information about the life and times of the
dis-
Free Tours
Moscow Free Tour
This highly rated
outfit
offers a free daily walking tour, led by knowledgeable and extremely
enthusiastic guides.
