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Moscow – How to get there
Travelling to Moscow is not as straightforward as getting to some other destinations, but for a place with so much history and culture it will really be worth the effort. Travellers need to be aware that a visa will be required to enable travel to Moscow. They should also remember to check with their medical practitioner, as some immunisations may be required. Depending on length of stay an HIV test certificate may be required.
Moscow’s main airports are Sheremetyevo and Dododedovo, and which country you are flying from will depend on which airport you will be using. Sheremetyevo is rather small and was built for the 1980 Olympic Games. It is well known for being overstretched, so expect long delays both on arrival and departure. Dododedovo, about 50 miles out of the city is a newly renovated airport which deals with many domestic flights and a few international ones, including British Airways. A train service from this airport takes around 45 minutes to get into Moscow city centre. For connecting flights from Moscow airport leave at least a four-hour gap, as check in and security are slow.
For those that do not like to fly, Moscow is accessible from Western Europe by train, with the average journey taking about 36 hours. Prices are reasonable for a return ticket, and if holding an international rail pass it can work out a great deal cheaper. Travelling by car into Moscow is not recommended, and those brave enough to try it need to bear in mind that they will be faced with congestion in the city centre.
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