Gorky Park

Gorky Park is one of the most famous and visited Moscow attractions. Gorky Park because a famous attraction after it having been the subject of a movie and book which was called "Gorky Park".

If you would like to visit this Moscow attraction during your next visit to the Russian capital then please note that the opening hours are from 11:00 until 20:00.

Gorky Park was opened in 1928 and is located at Krymsky Val, named after Maxim Gorky. The park was created by the amalgamation of the extensive gardens of the old Golitsyn Hospital and the Nezkuchny Palace and covers and area of 300 acres (1.2 km²) along the river.

Gorky Park has children's play areas, fun fairs, various rides, an enormous Ferris wheel and the original Buran spacecraft for the kids to take part in the "Cosmic Experience".

During the winter the footpaths flood over and freeze, which allow ice-skating around the park.

The nearest station is Park Kultury Metro Station.