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Aarbat Street

Aarbat Street, Moscow, Russia
Description: Arbat Street is a 0.6-mile stretch of pedestrian street in the historic center of Moscow. Dating back to the 15th century, Arbat Street is considered by many to be the oldest surviving street in the capital, and forms th...Read More
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    thing to do in Moscow
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    3 out of 5 stars

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Aarbat Street Reviews

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Arbat Street

  • 2 out of 5 stars by Jowe from Northport, New York
  • August 29, 2002
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

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Aarbat Street

  • 4 out of 5 stars by j. kathleen from marietta, Georgia
  • May 4, 2002
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

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Arbat Street

  • 3 out of 5 stars by NNegrete98 from Lubbock, Texas
  • March 30, 2002
Arbat Street
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

Old Arbat Street

  • 3 out of 5 stars by akakd from , Arizona
  • November 3, 2001
Old Arbat Street
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

Aarbat Street

  • 3 out of 5 stars by genghis1 from pawling, New York
  • November 2, 2000
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

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Strolling and Shopping Down the Historic Arbat

  • 4 out of 5 stars by marcopolo from Savannah, Georgia
  • September 1, 2000
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