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Fortnite: How to Visit All Named Locations in a Single Match

One of Fortnite's more difficult challenges requires players to visit all named locations in a single match, and players may need some tips.

Fortnite  challenges are usually pretty simple, often requiring players to head to a specific location and do something as easy as using an emote. This time around, players are tasked with visiting every named location on the map in a single match, something that even skilled players may struggle with unless approached at the right angle.

Thankfully, finding each location for this Fortnite   challenge should be overwhelmingly easy, as they are all obviously marked on the map. The trouble is managing to get to all of these before either getting killed by another player or the Storm as it closes in and makes areas unavailable.

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The key to completing this is using  Fortnite 's helicopters for quick and relatively safe travel, as well as plotting a course ahead of time so as to waste as little time as possible. Naturally, this will still be a lot more difficult as many others may have had the same idea and all be vying for helicopters, but it's one of the only feasible ways to complete the challenge. Ground transportation like cars could theoretically work, but it will be much riskier and players may have to gas up several times.

At the start of the match, players should land on the helipad at Stark Industries (Doom's Domain also has a helicopter). Assuming they managed to get there first, there should be an empty helicopter ripe for the taking. The key is to take note of where the circle will close in, hitting all the areas outside that zone before worrying about anything inside it. Player should pick one direction (either clockwise or counterclockwise) and fly around the island several times, going further inland after each pass.

What areas the player focuses on will depend entirely on where the Storm is in their match , but it shouldn't be too hard to check the map and formulate the best route. Even in the air, players will still need to be careful, as other players are still more than capable of taking down a helicopter from the ground or even from another helicopter. There are a total of seventeen named areas on the map, and all of them must be visited before the end of the match.

For players struggling to map out a route, this sample one should work in most cases. Start at Stark Tower and hit the regions in this order: Stark Industries, Craggy Cliffs, Steamy Stacks , Dirty Docks, Retail, Row, Lazy Lake, Catty Corner, Misty Meadows, Slurpy Swamp, The Fortilla, Holly Hedges, Sweaty Sands, Coral Castle, Doom's Domain, Salty Springs, The Authority, and Weeping Woods. Depending on the location of the storm, players may want to modify this route, but it's a good way to methodically hit everything.

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Named Locations are the largest types of locations in Fortnite: Battle Royale . They are named on the map, often using alliteration as their naming convention. However, this is not always the case. Named Locations were introduced on launch of the game, in the Pre-Season .

They are quite large in size - often resembling towns and cities, and because of this, many Chests and Ammo Boxes can be found in these locations.

Named Locations often follow an alliterative ruleset, meaning the location is two words, each of which start with the same letter, the first word being usually an adjective. Examples are:

• Greasy Grove
• Coney Crossroads
• Frenzy Farm
• Creeky Compound
• Shattered Slabs

However over the seasons and chapters, more and more POIs have stopped following this ruleset for various reasons:

• Many faction specific locations, such as The Citadel , or The Joneses do not use alliteration. On demotion, some of these have gained alliterative status, such as The Rig becoming Rickety Rig .
• This is not always the case, as Doom's Domain was alliterative, despite being collaboration based.
• Some locations are single words, such as Sanctuary and so can't be alliterative.
• Some locations cannot be confirmed as to why they do not use alliteration, such as The Pyramid or The Spire .
• Some locations do not follow any Naming Theme, such as Moisty Palms , Chromejam Junction , Reality Falls , Chonker's Speedway , Anvil Square , & Knotty Nets .
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Currently, there are 13 named locations on the map in Fortnite: Battle Royale .

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• Stealthy Stronghold was changed to an Unnamed Location after Chapter 2: Season 6 concluded. From its inclusion in Chapter 2: Season 5 , it was a named location.
• Loot Lake was a Landmark on the Artemis island, despite being a named POI in Chapter 1 (Its appearance on Artemis is significantly different).
• Flush Factory was brought back as a Landmark named Flushed Building .
• Part of Greasy Grove was brought back as a Landmark named The Durrr Burger .
• Parts of Tomato Town were brought back as a Landmark named The Pizza Pit .
• Dusty Depot has been brought back multiple times as a Landmark, named Dusted Depot and Displaced Depot respectively.
• The Grotto was flooded, becoming a Landmark named Brutus' Basin .
• The Shark was flooded and destroyed becoming a Landmark named Sharky Shell .
• Craggy Cliffs was supposed to be named Beachy Bluffs which became a Landmark in Chapter 4: Season 1 .
• Chapter 3: Season 4 holds the record for most new Named Locations in a season ( Shiny Sound , Chromejam Junction , Tainted Towers , Grim Gables , Lustrous Lagoon , Herald's Sanctum , Fort Jonesy , Shimmering Shrine , Cloudy Condos , Flutter Barn , Reality Tree , and Chrome Crossroads ).
• Chapter 1: Season 3 holds the record for the least amount of new Named Locations in a season, with only Lucky Landing being introduced.
• The Pyramid and The Convergence are the only named locations that do not have any destructible objects, aside from trees and rocks which fall inside the named location.
• In other languages, some named location having been translated also have three words, this is for example the case of Doom's Domain and Reality Falls which have been named "Fief de Fatalis" and "Cascades de Réalité" in French.
• In other languages, some named location having been translated also have one word, this is for example the case of Gotham City and The Block which have been named "Gotham" and "Podium" in Polish.
• Logjam Lotus is one of the only named locations to drastically change appearance every match. Logjam Lotus has a variety of different themes, including an Atlantis theme, pirate theme, roman theme, and a wild west theme. These themes take heavy inspiration from other named locations such as Lazy Lagoon , Colossal Coliseum , and Tilted Town respectively.
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Fortnite visit the center of named locations in a single match week 7 challenge guide

Grab a golf cart and finish fortnite's weekly challenge with our easy guide.

The Fortnite week 7 challenges have arrived in Battle Royale. Typically, the weekly challenges and their associated patch notes release much earlier in the week, but we had to wait just a little bit longer this week. The wait was more than worth it, though,  as the seventh week of season five is now underway. Because of this, there are new challenges to complete and rewards to earn.

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One of the biggest Fortnite week 7 challenges is the “visit different named locations in a single match” challenge. This simple challenge tasks you with, as the name states, heading to various named locations on the Battle Royale map. While the concept is easy enough to grasp, executing it can be challenging simply because you must do this entire challenge in a single match .

That means even if you complete half or all but one of the named locations and die, you will have to start all over from scratch in the next Battle Royale match. With up to 99 other players fighting against you in every match, and also potentially trying to complete this same  Fortnite week 7 challenge, it’s easier said than done.

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For those who don’t know, this week 7 challenge can be found within the Battle Royale lobby menu. While in the lobby waiting to start a match, simply navigate through the tabs at the top of the screen to the third one called Challenges. From there, you will need to scroll down to the seventh week to see what goodies are available right now.

Of the seven challenges available this week, you’ll see the one asking you to visit different named locations in a single match. This is available for all Fortnite players, so don’t worry about owning the season five Battle Pass, as anyone can immediately complete this challenge and receive its rewards.

The goal of this challenge is to visit four different named locations on the Battle Royale map. Any  of the named locations will do the trick , so you have some flexibility. That seems easy, but can become hard due to how popular named areas are in matches. These places are filled with loot, places to hide, and treasure chests, so it’s no wonder people love Tilted Towers and Paradise Palms .

Since you have to visit four locations in a row, it’s best to head to spots that are relatively close to one another. This ensures that you aren’t caught up in the storm or find yourself without any more locations to visit near the end of the match. Said obstacles can result in you having to start all over, which is just a waste of time.

It’s also recommended that you complete this challenge with a squad or partner if possible. The reason for this being that teammates can cover you and, together, you can keep each other alive. It’s also beneficial to them as they can complete the challenge with you. Now, let’s begin by taking a look at the best way to start this challenge off on the right foot.

How you go about visiting the first location will determine how well the rest of this Fortnite week 7 challenge goes for you. Our recommendation is that you immediately jump from the Battle Bus to a named location. Not just any, though, but one that is situated near a nice group of other named areas.

There are a couple of places that work well as your first spot. The general rule of thumb is that you want to head to locations that not all 99 other people are going to. This eliminates super popular drop spots like Tilted Towers, Paradise Palms, and the recently renovated Tomato Temple. Any of the outer locations, like Junk Junction and Wailing Woods, will do.

However, the best first location to visit in the Fortnite week 7 challenge is Lazy Links . Why? Because you can grab an All-Terrain Kart. The golf cart is going to be your best friend while doing this challenge, due to its speed and durability. Your goal is to visit four locations spread throughout, and your time to do this is severely limited while on foot.

All you have to do is touch down near Lazy Links, and you will see the notification in the top left corner of your screen that you completed the first part. Grab yourself the nearest golf cart and head to the second destination.

We know what you’re thinking. Won’t other people have the same idea? Yea, probably. But grabbing a golf cart greatly increases your odds of completing this challenge, so it’s worth the risk. If you do die, it’ll at least be an early death, so you can reload and try again without much frustration.

As for the second named location, we have a couple of options. Basically, you will want to base your decision on where the first circle is located. If it’s near the eastern side, head to Risky Reels or Wailing Woods next. If it’s on the western side, you will want to go to Junk Junction or Pleasant Park.

What’s great about these two paths is that both the eastern and western sides of Lazy Links have quite a few of the 20 named areas really close to one another. Thankfully, you just need to get close enough for the notification to pop up so you will want to just drive in and then immediately leave, especially if you’re getting shot at.

At this point, the match has been on for a bit. Your best bet is to take a moment to grab some equipment before moving on. This is in case you run into any enemies as the number of people dwindles down quickly. Also, you don’t want to waste a whole match just doing the Fortnite week 7 challenge, so this is a good time to stock up for those last minute duels .

Like before, there are a couple of places you can head to from here. If you headed west from Lazy Links initially, you will want to head to the nearest named location to you. This could be Loot Lake or Haunted Hills. Believe it or not, Loot Lake is actually an easy spot to head to as you only need to reach the edge of the water for this one to count.

On the other side, if you head east towards Risky Reels or Wailing Woods, you will want to either head to the one you haven’t been to yet or go towards Tomato Temple. A word of caution on that spot, though; it is extremely popular right now, given recent changes to the location.

Like before, you have several options to pick for the fourth and final spot in the Fortnite week 7 challenge.

Let’s start with the east side this time. You are going to want to hop in your golf cart and head to Lonely Lodge, or one of the other spots nearby that you haven’t gone to just yet. Lonely Lodge is a great one that is rarely visited by other players, so you shouldn’t have to worry about anyone else.

Of course, the storm might decide for you where your final spot is. It shouldn’t be much of a problem, though, as the golf cart will allow you to cross most of the Battle Royale map in a short period of time. If you’re on the west side of the map, you are going to want to head to the edge of Tilted Towers, which is a place you need to be careful with as players are typically all over it.

Or, you can head to Snobby Shores for a more quiet visit. Again, if the storm is forcing you elsewhere, that’s fine. Simply head to the nearest named spot on the way to the circle so you can complete this challenge. If you’re fast enough and don’t waste time, you can finish this potentially before the first or second circles completely close.

Once it’s all said and done, you will have completed the visit four different named locations in a single match challenge. From here, all you need to do is finish the match, whether it’s a Victory Royale or not.

As with most weekly challenges these days in season five, this free challenge will reward you with some sweet Battle Stars. You will get five Battle Stars for completing this Fortnite week 7 challenge. While not a ton of stars, every bit counts towards reaching that coveted tier 100. With only a few weeks left to go before the end of season five, you won’t want to miss out on any Battle Stars.

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So how do you complete this challenge? Here's how to mark enemies easily in Fortnite. How to mark enemies

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First, you need to purchase the Premium Reward Track from the main menu to unlock Darth Maul. It costs 1,000 V-Bucks, but gives you access to a slew of unlockables, including the aforementioned skin. Once you buy the Premium Reward Track, you then need to complete Star Was Quests (found under the Find the Force submenu) to earn Galactic Reputation.

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Finding the various lightsabers is a little tricky since their locations are random for each match. To find them, you need to visit holograms of either Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, or Darth Maul around the map. All three appear during any given match, but their locations are random.

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How to visit all named locations in a single match – Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 4

One of the challenges for Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 4 Week 11, the XP Xtravaganza, is to visit all named locations in a single match. This can seem quite daunting at first, but all you need to do is play smart, and dedicate a match to getting it done without distractions.

The first thing we would recommend is that you use a Choppa . Once you find yourself a Choppa, you will need to grab the closest locations to you, then start working your way around the coast until the Storm forms. The storm is what is really going to interrupt your efforts, so once it forms, make sure you grab eventhing that will be outside the storm circle.

After you have them all, make your way inside the Storm circle and start working on those. We’d advise a Choppa over a car simply because you can go in straight lines from place to place, saving time. We would also suggest you be on the lookout for other players, who will no doubt attempt to bring down any Choppa they see. It might not be much to take shots from a single player, but this challenge will take anywhere up to 7 or 8 minutes, so if you accumalate a lot of damage, you could end up losing the Choppa.

If you are playing in Duos, you can split the map in half, while those playing in Squads could break it into quarters, with everyone trying to cover their own map section. The problem here is you will be leaving yourself at a disadvantage against any full squads that you run into over the course of the match. It is probably safer to jump in the same Choppa, then grab another one if you can, so you share incoming damage and can switch if one takes too much.

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Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 map, named locations and landmarks explained

Every location you can explore on Chapter 4 Season 2's new map.

Chapter 4 of Fortnite introduced a whole new map, comprised of some familiar locations, alongside brand new ones.

Now that Season 2 of Fortnite is here, new Mega locations have been added. This included Mega City: a large named location with neon-drenched skyscrapers and grind rails.

Here's the full Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 map, landmarks and how to unlock new POIs .

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The beginning of Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 saw a whole new area added in the southeastern part of the map. These new locations include Steamy Springs, which has geysers and sakura trees, as well as Mega City, which is where you'll find the new grind rails.

When loading into a new season of Fortnite, only the new areas will be greyed out (unless there's been a full map refresh, which is rare). You will need to head to the grey areas to unlock them fully. Generally, and as is especially true this season, these greyed out locations are unlocked by visiting a specific landmark in each one. Try to look around for notable points of interest. These tend to be buildings, or larger structures.

You will receive a small amount of XP when you visit a named location or landmark for the first time. To see the map in all of its true glory, you will need to visit each of the named locations and any major landmarks - be it on foot or after landing from the Battle Bus.

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At the beginning of each Fortnite season, we can usually expect a handful of new locations to visit. Sometimes, named locations are added mid-season as well. Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 saw four new named locations added to the map:

• Steamy Springs
• Knotty Nets
• Kenjutsu Crossing

In addition, the following locations return from Chapter 4 Season 1 of Fortnite:

• Breakwater Bay
• Lonely Labs
• Brutal Bastion
• Anvil Square
• The Citadel
• Slappy Shores
• Frenzy Farms
• Shattered Slabs

Landmarks in Fortnite are smaller locations that are found all over the map. These generally contain smaller points of interest to explore, usually centred around specific objects like shipwrecks or castle towers. You'll naturally encounter landmarks by simply explorimng the map and, like with named locations, you'll earn some XP by finding them.

So far, we've had two main maps as part of Fortnite Chapter 4. They have generally been much more open, and contain small hamlets and villages with a medieval vibe. There's a snow biome to the North, as well as a green farmland region to the South. So far, it's the southeastern region that has gone through the most changes.

Here's how Fortnite's map looked at the end of Chapter 4 Season 1:

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How to visit 5 different named locations in fortnite (week 8 challenge).

Fortnite's Week 8 Challenge requires the player to land in 5 different named locations on the map. This guide will help players complete it.

One of the Week 8 Challenges in  Fortnite requires the player to land in 5 named locations. This guide will help players with the best places to land for this challenge.  Fortnite remains as one of the biggest battle royale titles out there. Collaborating with some of the biggest stars and brands around the world,  Fortnite continues to solidify its reputation with its players. 100 players are thrown onto a battlefield where they need to search around for weapons and materials and must survive while eliminating other players and trying to stay away from the ever-growing storm. Winning the battle royale is the higher honor a player can achieve. Although with the games battle pass system, there is much more to experience beyond just the main combat. Here's how to complete the week 8 challenge of landing in 5 different named locations.

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The battle pass system, while not originating from  Fortnite , found its footing in this title and is a large reason why many other developers have adopted this business model. Players are able to pay a small fee to unlock challenges and additional content every competitive season. In the case of  Fortnite , players can complete challenges to unlock skins, cosmetics, sprays, and dances for their character. Each week comes along with new challenges that greatly level up a player's battle pass once completed. Here's how to complete the week 8 challenge of landing in 5 different named locations in the game.

How To Land In 5 Named Locations in Fortnite (Week 8 Challenge)

This challenge is fairly self-explanatory . To complete it, all the player has to do is choose 1 location to land on in a single game. Players will need to participate in a minimum of 5 games to complete this challenge. Each game, the player needs to leap out of the battle pass and pick a different location from the previous game. It can be a place the player has already discovered, but it has to be a named location. Players can check where these places are by opening the map. After landing in 5 different locations, this week 8 challenge will be completed.

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How to visit Landmarks in Fortnite

There are many iconic locations you can visit around the map in Fortnite , ranging from the main POIs to many hidden secret spots. Another type of location you may come across or be looking to explore is Landmarks .

Whether you’re trying to tackle a specific quest or just looking to venture into every location the map has to offer, you need to know about Landmarks. If you’re not sure what these are or how to find them, then here’s how to visit Landmarks in Fortnite .

What are Landmarks in Fortnite ?

Landmarks are minor locations around the map in Fortnite that are not listed with text on the map . These locations are smaller than the main POIs, but they still offer enough to be considered monumental locations.

When you enter a Landmark area, text noting that it’s a Landmark is displayed right above the name of the spot you’re at. This makes finding one a bit easier as you always see this notice when you visit one.

How to complete the visit Landmarks quest in Fortnite

To complete the visit Landmarks quest in Fortnite , you need to travel to a total of five different Landmarks around the world. Most of these locations are pretty far away from one another, so I found Mythic Airbending to be super helpful for tackling this quest since it helps you get around the map incredibly fast.

If you can’t get Mythic Airbending, I recommend at least trying to get a fast car or bike to help you with this one. It’s also a lot easier when you pick Landmarks that are decently close to each other.

All Landmarks in Fortnite Chapter Five, season two

Here are all of the Landmarks present in Fortnite for Chapter Five, season two. The active Landmarks change just as the main locations do each season, so many of these will not be available to visit in later seasons.

• Coastal Comms
• Rescue Station
• The Cemetery
• Breezy Coast
• Slumberyard
• Forest Station
• Cliffside Lodge
• Pantheon Path
• Grand Station
• Catcher’s Cove
• Cloistered Castle
• Primo Pumps
• The Other Windmill
• Dumpenhausen
• Superior Summit
• Unmoored Manor
• Charon’s Crossing
• Estate Station
• Coastal Columns

• Seaside Villa
• Summit Temple
• Piney Pumps
• Riviera Station
• Lovely Lodge
• Hazy Hillside Tunnel
• The Windmill
• Lil ‘Villa
• Orchard Station
• Summit Base Camp
• Placid Pumps
• Ship It! Station
• Reclaimed Villa
• Research Rock
• Sandy Strip
• Snooty Station
• Stormy Station
• The Ol’ Mill
• Underworld Station
• Zenith Wall

A lot of Landmarks you can visit have NPCs available for hire , so consider stopping to grab one if you end up at any of the locations with them. Many of these spots are also quite close to Elemental Shrines , so you can grab some powerful Mythic Bending and work on opening all six Chakras .

How to complete the Visit Landmarks quest in Fortnite

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If you're trying to complete the Visit Landmarks quest in Fortnite, we can help you out. Fortnite has several places of interest that are marked on the map, but also many landmarks that are not.

Landmarks are all across the game and change with each season; the current crop is below. To complete this quest, you just need to visit five of the places below.

What is a landmark?

Landmarks are distinct from places of interest on the Fortnite map . First and foremost, unlike places of interest, there is no indication of landmarks on the map . They are not listed and therefore can be harder to find.

They are generally smaller than places of interest, and somewhat less significant. That said, visiting a landmark will give you a notification in the bottom left telling you the name of this location, just as you would with a place of interest, but it will specify that this is a landmark.

All Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 landmark locations

All of these locations count as landmarks, so to complete the quest you simply need to visit any five of them. There are plenty to choose from, so you shouldn't have to search too hard to find one.

If you want to complete the quest as quickly as possible, the highest density of landmarks is in the southwest of the map. There are five landmarks from Unmoored Manor to Seaside Villa, so head to that area to get the quest done.

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That is it for our rundown of landmarks on the map. For more, head to our Fortnite homepage where we have guides on the weekly challenges for Chapter 5 Season 2 , all NPC locations , every collab & crossover , and the update 29.30 patch notes .

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How to Visit Landmarks in Fortnite and Complete the Week 7 Quest

• Apr 24 2024

One of this week’s Quests requires you to visit certain locations. Keep reading to see how to visit Landmarks in Fortnite and complete the Week 7 Quest.

The most notable locations on the Fortnite map are the Points of Interest. They have the most loot which attracts all players, so you can expect some heavy fighting there. But, we also have Landmarks, which are basically the smaller versions of POIs. They have less loot than POIs, but can also have NPCs or some other notable features (like vehicles, trains, etc).

To complete one of the latest Quests, you have to visit at least five Landmarks. So, let’s see how to visit those Landmarks in Fortnite, and complete the Week 7 Quest.

Fortnite: How to Visit Landmarks

Landmarks are locations on the map, and to visit them you simply have to find them during your games and approach them. Easy as that. The harder part is finding them, even though you will unintentionally visit a Landmark or two for sure. There are a lot of Landmarks on the map (around 40), so we have compiled a few lists of Landmarks in different biomes.

Grass and Hills Biome Landmarks

• The Marigold
• Coastal Columns
• Reclaimed Villa
• Sandy Strip
• Snooty Station
• Primo Pumps
• Ship It! Station
• The Windmill
• Seaside Villa
• Lovely Lodge
• Unmoored Manor
• Lil’ Villa
• Orchard Station
• Placid Pumps
• Grand Station

Underworld and Forest Biome Landmarks

• Charon’s Crossing
• Underworld Station
• Piney Pumps
• Estate Station
• The Other Windmill
• Cloistered Castle
• The Ol’ Mill
• The Cemetery
• Forest Station
• Catcher’s Cove

Snow and Mountain Biome Landmarks

• Coastal Comms
• Slumberyard
• Rescue Station
• Breezy Coast
• Zenith Wall
• Dumpenhausen
• Summit Base Camp
• Summit Temple
• Hazy Hillside Tunnel
• Pantheon Path
• Cliffside Lodge
• Research Rock

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All POI Locations In Fortnite: Chapter 5 Season 2

W ith the opening of the giant chest and the start of Chapter Five, Season Two, the Greek Pantheon has made a home on Fortnite 's island. Now, players are witnessing a battle of the gods as the POIs and natural landmarks of the island are affected by the new godly visitors.

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Whether it be the newly added POIs based on Greek mythology or the revamped locations from last season, there's a lot to explore across Fortnite's new island. Whether you're engaging in the new story or just focused on ranking up, understanding the POIs on the Chapter Five, Season Two map will be a great asset.

Every POI In Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2

There are currently 13 major POIs on the island, four of which were introduced at the start of this season. The location in the middle of the Olympus and Underworld sections, Restored Reels , has been revamped from its Chapter Five, Season One predecessor, Ruined Reels.

Each of the POIs has unique offerings and can serve as good positions to begin your match.

While some POIs hold more strategic value than others, the key to becoming great at Fortnite is understanding the entire map , so you can use it to your advantage.

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The best things to do and places to visit in Moscow, Russia

Updated On 14th October, 2021

While Moscow isn’t always at the top of everyone’s Europe bucket list , it’s certainly one of the best places to visit in Europe if you’re looking for a more alternative adventure! In this blog post I plan on sharing some of the free things to do in Moscow, as well as the best places to visit in Moscow, so that you can enjoy some of the best things to do in Russia! 

Moscow, the capital of Russia, sits in the European part of the country. It’s an incredibly beautiful city, which I personally found to be more beautiful than Saint Petersburg (which is often people’s preference). The capital is certainly a lot busier, and less laid back than Saint Petersburg , but it’s a much more colourful and vibrant city, full of stunning and unique architecture.

Visiting famous landmarks such as The Kremlin and St Basil’s Cathedral, enjoying some of the green space in Gorky Park, watching a ballet in the Bolshoi Theatre… these are just a few reasons that you should visit Moscow! On top of that, because of visa restrictions (we’ll get onto that later), it’s also one of the most unique destinations in Europe. 

There is a common misconception that Moscow is a dangerous city, but now that I’ve visited, I don’t believe this to be true. I would say the same rules apply here as to other large cities: avoid walking in dark areas alone at night, keep an eye on your belongings on public transport, and be streetwise. There’s no reason to avoid visiting this energetic city and miss out on these amazing things to do in Moscow! 

It would take months if you wanted to truly explore Moscow because it’s a huge city, but I’m going to share some of my favourite things to do in Moscow and places to visit in Moscow so that you can prepare for your upcoming adventure! Even if you’re only there for a few days, you should be able to fit in these highlights from my trip. 

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Where is Moscow?

If you’re wondering ‘Where is Moscow, Russia?’ then you’ve come to the right place! Moscow in in west Russia, the European part, and it’s the capital city. 

How do you get to Moscow?

Getting a visa for moscow:.

To get into Russia, you need to get a visa. The processing time is approximately 20 days, and you’ll need to have your fingerprints taken at a visa centre in London , Edinburgh or Manchester. You can find out more about getting a visa for Russia here.  

Getting to Moscow:

Once you’ve got your visa, the easiest way to get to Moscow from the UK is by flying. Direct flights between London and Moscow take just under four hours, and with an airport layover you’re looking at a 6-7 hour trip. You can also fly in from many other major European and international cities. 

Top tip: Check out flights to and from Copenhagen on  Skyscanner here.

Check out how to pack a weekend away in a carry-on suitcase here.

16 best places to visit in Moscow...

1. st basil’s cathedral.

The most iconic building in Russia and one of the most iconic buildings in the world. St Basil’s Cathedral is one of the best places to visit in Moscow, if not the best! 

St Basil’s is situated on Red Square, where you’ll also find many other popular places to visit in Moscow. In my opinion this still stands out against them all. There’s something about the multi coloured domes against the Moscow skyline that I found quite spectacular. 

Although I’d already been in Russia for several days, it wasn’t until I was at this amazing piece of architecture that I really felt I was in Russia.

The cathedral was built by order of Ivan the Terrible, and apparently after the architect completed it, Ivan blinded him so that he could never build anything more beautiful. Whether or not this story is true, it certainly adds a bittersweet feeling as you stand admiring the beauty of St Basil’s Cathedral.

Inside is a museum displaying many historic items once used at the cathedral, which costs 700 rubles to enter. In my opinion it’s worth the entry fee, as simply seeing the ornate interior walls is a spectacle in itself.

2. The Kremlin

This historic fortress that sits on Red Square is probably the largest landmark and one of the most popular places to visit in Moscow. It’s the official residence of the President, although he doesn’t actually live there. It’s been rebuilt many times since it was first constructed in 1147 out of wood, before Ivan III the Great ordered it to be made from stone, which is the Kremlin you’ll recognise today. 

This place is huge, and there’s quite a lot to see. The first problem I had was finding where the entrance was. Even though I had a pre-booked ticket, I was then told I still had to visit the ticket office to exchange it for another ticket. I also needed my passport, so make sure you have yours if you plan to visit the Kremlin. After a lengthy queue I finally had a ticket I could use to enter the Kremlin, and had to go through security. The security here is thorough, so make sure you don’t take too much in with you. I had my pockets full, and it was a nightmare emptying them and explaining each item, before I was finally allowed in. Once inside you can pay for extra tickets to visit the various museums, however there’s also quite a lot to see simply on the grounds if you don’t want to spend too much. 

See more tips for travelling on a budget here. 

There’s so much to see here, including The Assumption Cathedral, Ivan the Great Bell Tower Complex, the Grand Kremlin Palace, the Armoury Chamber and Diamond Fund. There is also the Tsar Cannon (a huge artillery cannon), and the Tsar Bell. The Tsar Bell is the largest bell in the world. An incident with a fire and water being poured over the bell caused it to crack and for a slab to break off from it, which can now be seen propped up next to it.

As you walk around the grounds you’ll hear the sound of whistles. The guards patrolling the area will blow a whistle at anyone walking where they shouldn’t. Even if it’s just on the grass, or towards more restricted areas. This can sometimes be funny to watch, as often the tourists will be in a world of their own whilst a guard is blowing a whistle at them. Sometimes a guard will be stood face to face with a tourist angrily blowing their whistle before the tourist realises they need to get back onto the main path.

This is perhaps one of the more unusual places to visit in Moscow! Gum is a huge department store situated on Red Square. It’s an interesting department store to walk around, with several levels, although the shops inside are certainly quite pricey. It’s a beautiful building when it’s lit up at night, and it seems to fit in nicely amongst the other famous sights on Red Square. Even if you don’t plan to buy anything here, one of the best things to do in Moscow is to take a quick look inside, although bear in mind there are usually security checks before entering.

4. State Historical Museum

The large crimson building on Red Square is now the State Historical Museum. It was originally the first pharmacy in Russia, and later a University before finally becoming the museum it is today.

Unfortunately I didn’t go inside as my time was limited and there was so much else I wanted to see, but if you have the time I think it would be one of the best things to do in Moscow. There are items dating back to the 6th century, and maybe even further. There’s also a library inside storing many ancient manuscripts and the largest coin collection in Russia. 

5. Bolshoi Theatre

Bolshoi means big in Russian, so it roughly translates to large theatre. The Bolshoi Theatre is one of the foremost ballet companies in the world. The exterior of the building is an impressive sight, one of the most beautiful places to visit in Moscow, and it’s certainly worth admiring from the outside. There are guided tours of the interior, but if you really want to experience the theatre, one of the best things to do in Moscow is to watch a ballet here.

I was torn between booking a seat, but the ballets were very expensive. I’d have liked to have seen “Swan Lake”, (as at least I may have recognised some of the music). Unfortunately there were no performances on the days I was in Moscow, so I decided to pass. But if I return to Russia, then watching a ballet will be on my list of things to do.

6. Sparrow Hills

If you want a good view of the city, then Sparrow Hills is one of the best places to visit in Moscow. It’s a bit of a trek outside of the centre, but if you have the time then it offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. There’s a viewing platform here which gives you fantastic panoramic views of Moscow.

Nearby you’ll see the magnificent Moscow State University building, which is one of the seven sisters of Moscow.

7. Seven Sisters

Whilst in Moscow, you’ll no doubt notice these magnificent soviet skyscrapers dotted around the city. At the time of construction they were the tallest buildings in Europe, Moscow State University being so until 1997. There are, as the name suggests, seven in total, which are: Hotel Ukraina, Kotelnicheskaya Embankment Apartments, the Kudrinskaya Square Building, the Hilton Moscow Leningradskaya Hotel, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Moscow State University, and the Red Gates Administrative Building.

If you visit Sparrow Hills, then you’ll come across Moscow State University, but I’m certain as you explore the city, you’ll see more of these giants against the Moscow skyline. One of the best things to do in Moscow is to see if you can locate all seven as you wander round the city! 

8. Nikolskaya Street

The start of this street is found by Red Square. It’s one of the most prominent pedestrianised streets in Moscow, filled with shops, restaurants and bars, so one of the best places to visit in Moscow if you’re looking for a bite to eat or some souvenirs!

What makes this street extra special are the thousands of bright lights in the sky above. After dark it looks simply magical with the many colourful lights overhead as you walk beneath them. One of the best things to do in Moscow is to visit Nikolskaya Street after dark and see them for yourself. It almost feels like Christmas in London!

There is another street nearby which also features similar lights, “Kuznetskiy Most”, which is also quite beautiful, but I thought “Nikolskaya Street” was ever slightly more impressive.

9. Izmailovo Kremlin and Izmaylovskiy Bazar

Did you know that The Kremlin in Red Square is not the only Kremlin in Moscow? Kremlin actually means a type of fortress, so there are many in Russia.

The Izmailovo Kremlin is a fairly new addition to the city, having been built in 2007 as a cultural centre. With its multitude of colours and historic style, it has a real fairytale feel to it. There are several small museums here for you to explore, devoted to subjects such as Russian folk art, vodka and bread (yes, bread). Visiting these is definitely one of the more unique things to do in Moscow! 

It’s a little way out of the centre, but it’s an interesting place to visit in Moscow to see something a little bit different, and it won’t be as overcrowded with tourists. 

Next to the Izmailovo Kremlin is the best market in Moscow for souvenirs. You’ll find good and poor quality items, but you’ll certainly pick up a bargain if you take your time and haggle for a good price. Many of the items here you’ll get for half the price you would in souvenir shops in the city centre. It’s here that I picked up several Matryoshka dolls for a very good price. I think I’d have paid more than double, or possibly even triple if I’d have bought them elsewhere.

10. Izmailovsky Park

Not too far from Izmailovo Kremlin you’ll find this huge park, one of the prettiest places to visit in Moscow. It’s easy to get lost here, so try to make sure you keep track of where you entered if you plan to go back the same way. There’s a lot to see in this park, a round pond, ferris wheel, playgrounds and sports grounds, shooting galleries, cinemas and a skate park.

There are often festivals, concerts and exhibitions at the park, on top of firework displays and dance parties.

The main reason I chose to visit the park was to find the painted trees. A local artist “Yevgenia Khlynina” has been painting on trees in this park, and one of the best things to do in Moscow is to explore the park looking for them. One of the most famous pieces of hers is the “Hedgehog in the Fog” from a famous soviet cartoon.

11. Gorky Park

The most famous park in Moscow is named after the writer “Maxim Gorky”. Although it’s likely you’ve heard it mentioned in the song “Wind of Change” by “The Scorpions”. 

There’s lots to do and see in the park with sports facilities and exhibitions. During the summer months this is one of the best places to visit if you’re looking for things to do in Moscow; there are often open air concerts and an open air cinema. There are many statues and sculptures in the park, including a small sculpture park area which features many interesting pieces.

One piece of advice: don’t visit Gorky Park or any other parks on 2nd August if you’re in Russia. 2nd August is Paratrooper day, which usually encourages a lot of drinking in the park, which is not always very welcoming.

12. Arbat Street

One of the oldest and busiest streets in Moscow, and the most famous pedestrian street in the city. Arbat is one of the most popular places to visit in Moscow. There are several shops including many dedicated to souvenirs, but although these will have a good range of goods, they will be quite expensive . You may see street performers and buskers, and there are often poets reciting famous works, if not their own works.

It’s within walking distance from the Kremlin, which should only take around 10 minutes.

There are actually two streets with this name, Old Arbat Street and New Arbat Street. Old Arbat Street is where you’ll find the pedestrianised area. New Arbat Street is a separate street which runs alongside a main road, filled with many bars and restaurants.

13. Metro station art

The best way to get around Moscow is by using the metro, and the metro is a tourist attraction in itself.

Although I obviously didn’t visit every metro station, I believe that every single station is unique in its own beautiful way. Many of the stations I passed through were impressive, quirky or simply jaw dropping. You’ll more than likely pass through many of them on the way to other sights, but I’d recommend the following:  Komsomolskaya, Novoslobodskaya, Mayakovskaya, Teatralnaya, Arbatskaya, Prospekt Mira and Ploschad Revolutsii (be sure to pet the dog statue for good luck).

There are of course many others for you to explore, but these are the ones I considered to be some of the most impressive places to visit in Moscow (even if they’re only metro stations!).

VDNKh is an exhibition centre with many monuments and museums. Now that it’s combined with the Botanical Garden and Ostankino Park, one of the best things to do in Moscow is to spend the day at this recreational centre enjoying a mix of nature and culture. The most popular museum in the complex which you shouldn’t miss on your trip to Moscow is the Museum of Cosmonautics.

15. Lenin's Mausoleum

Despite requesting to be buried with his mum in St Petersburg, it is at the foot of the Kremlin on Red Sqaure that you will find Lenin’s Mausoleum, where Vladimir Ilych Lenin has been frozen in time since 1924. It’s only open for a few hours a few times per week. Photography is not allowed, and you should line up on the western corner of the square (near Alexander Garden) to wait you turn to see the embalmed body. 

16. Novodevichy Convent

Novodevichy Convent, on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Moscow. Located south west of the centre you’ll find this stunning monastery. Inside you’ll find a cathedral and several churches, surrounded by high walls and 12 towers.

Where are your favourite places to visit in Moscow?

What about the best things to do in Moscow? Anything you’d add?

Love as always and happy adventuring…

I’m Spike! Solo traveller, cultural explorer and world adventurer! With 57 countries under my belt, I live and breathe travel. I never plan to stop exploring new destinations and experiencing new cultures.

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Apr 24 2017

City Street Guides by f.d. walker: A Street Photography Guide to Moscow, Russia

*A series of guides on shooting Street Photography in cities around the world. Find the best spots to shoot, things to capture, street walks, street tips, safety concerns, and more for cities around the world. I have personally researched, explored and shot Street Photography in every city that I create a guide for. So you can be ready to capture the streets as soon as you step outside with your camera!

At over 12 million people, Moscow is the largest city in Russia and second largest in Europe by population ( Istanbul is #1). An urban, cosmopolitan metropolis with more than enough glitz and glam to cater to the elite, but without losing its fair share of Soviet era roughness around the edges. It can be fast paced, brash, busy, and trendy like other big cities, but it has its blend of West meets Russia atmosphere and beauty that provides plenty of unique interest. The Red Square is as famous as it gets, but there’s so much more to this city, including the most beautiful subway system you’ve ever seen. It would take years to capture all of Moscow, but that means you have an endless amount of areas to discover.

So here’s a Street Photography guide so you can be ready to capture all that Moscow has to offer before you even arrive!

• Patriarch’s Pond
• Old Arbat Street
• Maroseyka Street
• Tverskoy Boulevard

Top 5 Street Spots:

1. red square.

The Red Square is the most famous square in not just Russia, but all of Eastern Europe. The name actually doesn’t come from the color of the bricks or communism, but from the name in Russian, Krásnaya, once meaning “beautiful” before its meaning changed to “red.” This large plaza is what you see on the cover of guide books and magazines for Moscow, with St. Basil’s Cathedral being the center piece next to Lenin’s Mausoleum surrounded by the Kremlin Wall. Of course, the Red Square attracts hordes of tourist due to the main attractions, but all that activity around an interesting atmosphere does provide street photo opportunities. It’s also the central square connecting to the city’s major streets, providing a good starting point to explore outward.

You’ll also find the popular pedestrian only Nikolskaya Street connecting the Red Square to Lubyanka Square. This line of expensive shops includes plenty of activity, while also leading you to another popular square. Filled with history rivaling any city, the Red Square and surrounding areas are the heart and soul of Russia.

2. Patriarch’s Ponds

Patriarch’s Ponds is one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Moscow. Despite the name being plural, there’s only one large pond, but it’s worth a visit with your camera. It’s a popular spot for locals and expats to come relax or take a stroll around the pond. You get an interesting mix of young and old too, from young love to “babushkas” feeding pigeons. It’s a very peaceful park atmosphere in one of the nicer areas within the city center, while bringing enough activity for street photography. 

The pond is shallow and in the winter becomes a popular spot for ice-skating too. The area is also well-known for the location in the famous Russian novel, The Master and Margarita. 

3. Old Arbat (Stary Arbat)

Old Arbat is the most famous pedestrian street in Moscow, and dating back to the 15th century, also one of its oldest. Originally, it was an area of trade, but soon became the most prestigious residential area in Moscow. During the 18th century, Arbat started attracting the city’s scholars and artists, including Alexander Pushkin. Cafes lined the streets and impressive homes filled the neighborhood. Since then, New Arbat street was created as a highway in the area, while Old Arbat was paved for a 1km pedestrian only walkway.

Due to the historic buildings, famous artists that lived here, and the bohemian atmosphere, Old Arbat has become a big attraction for tourists today. Now, there’s a mix of cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, street performers, street merchants and other attractions for visitors, and some locals, to come enjoy. It can get really busy here and there’s usually something interesting going on so it’s a good street to come walk with your camera for guaranteed life.

4. Gorky Park

One of the most famous places in Moscow is Gorky Park. The official name is Maxim Gorky’s Central Park of Culture & Leisure, which gives you an idea of what goes on here. When built, it was the first of its kind in the Soviet Union. Divided into two parts, it stretches along Moscow River. One end contains fair rides, foods stands, tennis courts, a sports club, a lake for boat rides, and more. This end brings more active life due to its number of attractions, while the other end is more relaxed, where you’ll find gardens, trees, older buildings, and an outdoor amphitheater.

Gorky Park attracts mostly locals so it’s a good spot to capture the non-tourist side of Moscow life. Muscovites come here to escape the city and unwind in a picturesque setting. The park remains alive outside of the warmer months too, especially when the lake turns into the city’s largest outdoor skating rink. I’d recommend taking the metro out here to spend at least half a day exploring the massive park’s life with your camera.

5. Maroseyka Street

Maroseyka Street is a popular area not too far from the Red Square. The long, winding street turns into Pokrovka and is lined with restaurants, cafes, bars and places to stay. It’s actually where I like to stay when I’m in Moscow due to its location and solid street photography opportunities itself. You have Kitay-gorod station near and if you keep walking southwest, you’ll get to the Red Square. But if you walk northwest, as it changes to Pokrovka, you can find a long street of activity for photography with its own interesting atmosphere.

6. Tverskoy Boulevard

Tverskoy Boulevard is the oldest and longest boulevard in Moscow, beginning at the end of Nikitsky Boulevard, and finishing at Pushkin Square, a spot to come for activity itself. The boulevard is made up of two avenues, with pedestrian walkways in-between. You’ll find grass, shrubbery, trees, benches and more walking it’s almost kilometer length. Many people come here to enjoy some relaxation, walk their dog, or just to use it to walk wherever they’re going. Its center location also provides a nice place to walk with your camera near plenty of other spots you’ll want to check out anyway.

Sample Street Walk:

For a full day of Street Photography, covering some of the best spots, you can follow this sample street walk for Moscow:

• Start your morning walking around the Red Square (1), while exploring the surrounding area, including Nikolskaya Street
• Then walk northwest to Patriarch’s Ponds (2) and slowly walk the pond and surrounding area with your camera
• Next, walk east to the Pushkin Monument and stroll down Tverskoy Boulevard (6)
• Once Tverskoy Boulevard (6) ends, it will turn into Nikitsky Boulevard. Follow this down until you get to the start of Old Arbat Street (3), across from Arbatskaya station
• After you’re done walking down Old Arbat Street (3) for more street photography, spend some time checking out Moscow’s beautiful metro stations
• To finish off the day with more street photography, get off the metro near Red Square (1) again, Maroseyka Street (5) or wherever you’re staying for the night.

3 Things I’ll Remember about Shooting in Moscow:

1. museum metro.

The Moscow metro system was the first underground railway system in the Soviet Union and today includes 203 stations across 340km of routes. The elaborate system has some of the deepest stations in the world too, with escalators that seem to go on forever. None of this is what makes it so special, though. Many of its stations feel like stepping inside a museum, making it without a doubt the most interesting and beautiful metro system I’ve been in.

When built, Stalin wanted to make the metro stations “palaces for the people” with marble, chandeliers, and grand architecture. The best part is the variety of architecture and styles used, making many of the stations a completely different experience visually. You could easily spend a whole day traveling the stations and there are even tours available for people who wish to do just that. My advice, though, would be just to buy a ticket and hop on and off at different stations, while exploring different lines. The museum-like surrounding mixed with the crowds of characters can make for a great photography experience.

Since there are so many stations, here are some of my favorites to check out:

• Novoslobodskaya
• Mayakovskaya
• Elektrozavodskaya
• Komsomolskaya
• Ploschad Revolyutsii
• Dostoyevskaya
• Prospekt Mira

2. Moscow is Big

It’s no secret that Moscow is a big city, but it can feel even bigger with how spread out much of it is. This is especially true if you compare it to cities outside of Asia. If I compared it to cities in Europe, I’d probably say only Istanbul would warrant more time to really discover the depths of this city. Most only explore around the Red Square and surrounding area, but that is such a small part of the city. Although, that central area does give you plenty to see on its own.

Fortunately, I had a good friend living in the city to show me around, but it opened up my eyes even more to how much there is to discover in Moscow. It’s a big city with a variety of atmosphere that can take you from “east” to “west” and trendy to rugged depending on where you go. I’d imagine you’d have to live here a while to really know the city.

3. Cosmopolitan Mix of East meets West

Modern skyscrapers mixed with amazing architecture, a world-class metro system with museum-like beauty, trendy fashion and chic clubs, Moscow is a rich mix of Russian culture and history in a more western cosmopolitan package. There is a push to keep the Russian culture, while also pushing forward with a modern metropolis the whole world will envy. This comes with an impressive skyline, that continues to grow, and endless modernities, but with soviet nostalgia and atmosphere mixed in for good measure.

Mixed in with this grand western cosmopolitan atmosphere, is a strong national pride in Russia. This includes their famous leader, Vladimir Putin. Maybe no other place will you see a country’s leader more often. All over, from the pricey tourist shops to the underground walkway stalls, you’ll find goods with Putin’s likeness covering them. From t-shirts to magnets to Matryoshka dolls. There’s a strong national pride that can be seen around the city, which also extends to their leader. Moscow is many things. It’s East meets West, modernizations meets Soviet era, and a whole lot more.

What To Do For a Street Photography Break?:

Eat at a stolovaya.

Stolovayas are Russian cafeterias that became popular in the Soviet days. You grab a tray and walk down the line of freshly prepared local dishes, and select whatever you want from the chefs. They’re usually inexpensive and a much better value than restaurants, while giving you the opportunity to try from a wide selection of everyday Russian food. They’re also very tasty. I always include some borsch on my tray and go from there. The places themselves are all over Moscow and usually come with Soviet-era aesthetics to complete the experience.

Street Safety Score: 7

*As always, no place is completely safe! So when I talk about safety, I’m speaking in general comparison to other places. Always take precaution, be smart, observe your surroundings and trust your instincts anywhere you go!

Being the 2nd largest city in Europe with over 12 million people, you’re going to have your dangerous areas, but for the most part, it feels safe walking around. Russia is statistically higher in crime compared to most of Europe, but this generally doesn’t apply to tourists and visitors. Around the Red Square and surrounding city center, you should feel completely safe walking around. Pick pocketing can happen, but no more than other touristic places. I always explore Moscow freely without coming across too much to worry about. It’s a spread out city, though, so of course it matters where you are. Just use basic street smarts, know where you are and Moscow shouldn’t give you a problem. 

People’s Reaction Score: 7

Moscow is fast paced, big city life, which usually means people aren’t too concerned with you, or your camera. I don’t find people notice or pay much attention to me when I’m out taking photos in Moscow. For the most part, people just go about their day. You shouldn’t get too many looks or concern. But it can depend on the area you are in. The more you stick out, the more you might get noticed with suspicions. I’ve never had any problems in Moscow, or Russia, but just be careful who you’re taking a photo of if you get out of the city center. Other than that, it’s about average for reactions. 

Street Tips:

Learn the alphabet .

Much of Moscow, including the metro system, doesn’t use english. The Russian alphabet uses letters from the Cyrillic script, which if you aren’t familiar with it and don’t know the sounds, can be hard to decipher the words. This is most important for street names and metro stops when trying to get around. It can save confusion and make it easier getting around if you learn the basic alphabet. At the very least then, you can sound out the words to see which are similar in the english conversion, which can help matching them to maps. When out shooting street photography, getting around is as important as anything. So save yourself some time and frustration by learning the Russian Alphabet.

Use the metro

While Saint-Petersburg feels very walkable for a city its size, Moscow can feel very spread out, even for its bigger size. Outside of the Red Square area, you can have plenty of walking before getting anywhere very interesting, so you’ll need to take the metro a lot if you really want to explore the city. Maps are deceiving here too, it will always be further than it looks.

Another reason it’s less walkable than Saint-Petersburg is its completely different set-up. Moscow’s streets are mostly contstructed in rings with narrow, winding streets in-between. This is common with medieval city cities that used to be confined by walls, but you usually don’t have it in a city this massive. Saint-Petersburg has a more grid-like pattern that also uses the canals to help you know your way around. When it comes to navigating on foot in Moscow, it can be more difficult, so bring a map and take the metro when needed. It’s why Moscow’s metro carries more passengers per day than the London and Paris subways combined.

Explore other areas if you have time

Moscow is really big. While most people stay around the Red Square within the Boulevard Ring, there’s so much more to the city. I covered some other spots outside of this circle, but if you really want to see the city, you’ll need time. If you do have time, some other areas I’d check out first are Zamoskvarechye, along some of the south and western Moscow.

Inspiration:

For some more inspiration, you can look through the Street Photography of Moscow photographer Artem Zhitenev  and check out 33 of my photos taken in Moscow .

Conclusion:

Moscow’s name brings a certain mystique, but once you’re there it might bring a different atmosphere than you expect. It’s big and sprawling, but beautiful in many ways. It can feel like a European capital on a grand scale, but you can definitely find its Russian side in there.

The urban sprawl of Moscow can be intimidating, but give it enough time and you’ll be rewarded with plenty to discover. All with the world’s best metro system to take you around.

I hope this guide can help you start to experience some of what Moscow contains. So grab your camera and capture all that Moscow has to offer for Street Photography!

If you still have any questions about shooting in Moscow, feel free to comment below or email me!

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