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Quote: Arbat street can be fun to just walk around and observe, though shopping can be a hassle. In this review I'm only considering the street vendors here, not any of the stores or restaurants. Although it will seem harsh - do not give handouts to... Read the full Aarbat Street review
From journal A Student's Year in Moscow
Quote: Arbat Street is a great place to shop. It was only window shopping for us because the prices are astronomical. It is the best place we found in Russia for people watching. There were people there from all walks of life. We saw a group of off... Read the full Aarbat Street review
From journal Weekend in Moscow
Quote: This is a large strip consisting of many shops, sellers, musicians, and actors. You can find any tradition Russian gift you are looking for here. Matryoshka Dolls, Shawls, Fuzzy Russian Hats, Black Lacquer Boxes, Painted Eggs, and much more is... Read the full Aarbat Street review
From journal The Mysterious Land of Russia: Moscow
Quote: Similar to The Ramblas in Barcelona, we enjoyed the street musicians & artisans on Old Arbat Street. Arbat frequently appears in Russian literature, being first mentioned in the 15th century as a favourite residential area for nobility & upper... Read the full Aarbat Street review
From journal Marvelous Moscow
Quote: Aarbat is the prime example of how Russians have taken up the free market economy. Even before the fall the street was always the 'in place' in Moscow for tourists. The street is a walkway where no cars are allowed so vendors are located on both... Read the full Aarbat Street review
From journal moscow-the greatest city in Europe
Quote: To walk down the oldest street in Moscow is to experience the most historical kilometer of the city. It is cleary something that everyone who goes to Moscow must experience first hand. One must also understand that 'Arbat' not only means this... Read the full Aarbat Street review
From journal Moscow City of Power