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Services for participants

The official service operator of the International Symposium "Inventing the Future" is the agency "Summit". This section presents services for accredited participants of the Symposium: accommodation in recommended hotels, transfer organization, details of the cultural program.


Before Visiting

1. Entry Requirements

To enter Russia, a valid passport is required. At passport control, please be prepared to present:

  • Your passport (identity document).
  • A Russian visa (if applicable).
  • A completed migration card.

2. Customs Regulations

After passport control, proceed to the "Green" channel if you have no goods to declare. Otherwise, use the "Red" channel for goods requiring declaration. More detailed customs regulations are available on the official website of the Federal Customs Service of Russia at customs.gov.ru.

3. Currency and Payment Methods

Please note the following regarding currency and payment cards in Russia:

  • Only cards from the Mir and Union Pay payment systems are widely accepted. Mastercard and Visa cards issued outside Russia are not usable.
  • It is advisable to bring cash in US dollars, euros, or Russian rubles. Currency exchanges are available at banks, and US dollar and euro cash are generally accepted.
  • If exchanging over 40,000 rubles (approximately 416 USD or 380 EUR), your passport will be required. Exchanges over the equivalent of 10,000 USD must be declared in writing.
  • To ensure ease of transactions, consider exchanging currency in your home country and carrying an adequate amount of cash in US dollars, euros, or Russian rubles for the initial period of your stay.

4. Mobile Communication and Internet Access

You can purchase a SIM card from major telecom providers such as Beeline (Билайн), Megafon (Мегафон), and MTS (МТС), using your passport for registration. Alternatively, you may choose to activate roaming in advance. Free Wi-Fi is widely available in Russia; to connect, you will need to enter a phone number and confirm via SMS (a foreign SIM card in roaming mode is required if you don’t have a Russian SIM card).

5. Transportation and Taxi Services

Moscow offers a convenient public transportation system, including the metro, buses, and trams. A single metro fare is 70 rubles, and a "Troika" card can be purchased at metro ticket offices for convenient travel. The Moscow metro operates from 05:30 to 01:00. For taxi services, we recommend using the Yandex GO mobile app (available for iOS and Android). We strongly advise against using unlicensed private cabs.

6. Maps and Navigation

For navigating the city and setting routes, the Yandex Maps app is recommended. Please note that geolocation accuracy may be limited in central Moscow.

7. Medical Insurance

All foreign citizens are required to have valid medical insurance covering treatment costs within Russia. Please ensure your insurance policy meets this requirement.

8. Emergency Situations

In case of emergency, please contact the event organizers promptly, as well as the consulate of your home country in Russia.

ACCOMMODATION IN HOTELS

Dear participants of the symposium, we invite you to stay in the best hotels in our city!

Lotte Hotel 5 star

The five-star LOTTE HOTEL MOSCOW, located at the intersection of New Arbat and the Garden Ring, is the embodiment of modern luxury with sophisticated Asian accents. After opening in the financial and shopping centre of Moscow in September 2010, it immediately became a favorite metropolitan address for those who value exclusive experiences, maximum comfort, and the highest level of service. 

NOVOTEL
Moscow City 4 star

The only chain hotel in the famous business quarter of the capital "Moscow City", which is located among the highest skyscrapers in Europe with the most spectacular observation decks and panoramic restaurants, near three metro stations and the MCC.

Mercure
Arbat Moscow 4 star

The Mercure Arbat Moscow Hotel is located in the historical center of Moscow, close to the main tourist attractions - on the pedestrian Arbat Street, which is famous by its artists, souvenir shops, restaurants, cafes and bars. Mercure Arbat Moscow design is inspired by elegant manors of the early 19th century.

NOVOTEL
Moscow Kievskaya 4 star

Novotel is a French mid—range hotel brand owned by Accor. Established in 1967 in France, the company grew into what became the Accor Group in 1983, and Novotel remained the main brand of Accor's multi-brand strategy. Novotel Moscow Kievskaya was opened in 2016.

Adagio Aparthotel Moscow Kievskaya 4 star

Adagio Aparthotel is a joint venture created by AccorHotels and Pierre & Vacances. Established in 2007, the Adagio Aparthotel includes apartment-type rooms for rent in tourist towns. It is ideal for both business travelers who plan to make long-term reservations, and families on vacation who need a kitchen in the apartment.

Ibis Moscow Kievskaya 3 star

Ibis is a youth brand of economy class hotels owned by Accor. Created in 1974, Ibis has become the Accor economic megabrend. ibis embodies a promising modern design: both trendy and comfortable, with a real sense of home away from home. The hotel combines the latest brand technologies and the trends of the International hotel industry – ecology, innovation and design.

Ibis Moscow Dynamo 3 star

The Ibis Moscow Dynamo hotel is located on the Leningradsky Prospect which allows guests to quickly and conveniently get to the city center with its sights, a variety of shops, and also provides accommodation near major business centers of the capital. Our hotel will be a comfortable place for your trip.

Intermark Residence 4 star

Intermark Residence is the firstproject of serviced apartmentswith international level in Moscow. This is a perfect place to accommodate both travelers for business purposes, where they can relax after a busy day, and individual tourists with children who want to see the historical center of the city. The apartments are fully equipped with furniture, appliances, guarded 24 hours a day.


*There is no shuttle service for this hotel

Plaza Garden
Moscow WTC 5 star

Plaza Garden Moscow WTC is an ideal hotel for productive work and comfortable rest. The hotel has 2 buildings with 727 elegant rooms, including 149 superior club rooms with unforgettable panoramic views of the city. The rooms are equipped with everything you need for leisure and business travelers.

SHUTTLES
Shuttles from hotels
Lotte Hotel 5 star

Shuttle bus from Lotte Hotel to the National Centre RUSSIA and back runs daily November 4-6 according to the schedule.

Approximate travel time: 15-25 minutes.

Please note that shuttle arrival time and travel time may vary depending on road conditions.

Mercure
Arbat Moscow 4 star

Shuttle bus from Mercure Arbat to the National Centre RUSSIA and back runs daily November 4-6 according to the schedule.

Approximate travel time: 15-25 minutes.

Please note that shuttle arrival time and travel time may vary depending on road conditions.

NOVOTEL
Moscow Kievskaya 4 star

Shuttle bus from NOVOTEL Moscow Kievskaya to the National Centre RUSSIA and back runs daily November 4-6 according to the schedule.

Approximate travel time: 15-25 minutes.

Please note that shuttle arrival time and travel time may vary depending on road conditions.

CULTURAL PROGRAM

The cultural program for the Symposium participants includes bus and river sightseeing tours around the core Moscow sights as well as the opportunity to visit museums, galleries and leading exhibition complexes. The access procedure is specified in the detailed description of each location: by appointment, for a fee or free of charge upon presentation of the Symposium accreditation badge.

Red Square

Red Square in Moscow is one of the world’s most famous landmarks and a symbol of Russia’s rich history. It’s not just a place of immense beauty but a site where some of the most significant events in Russian history unfolded.

State Historical Museum

Standing proudly on Red Square, the majestic State Historical Museum, built in 1883, houses Russia’s national treasures. With over 5 million unique artifacts, many uncovered through archaeological discoveries, the museum is a cornerstone of Russian heritage and culture. The building itself, part of the Red Square ensemble, is protected by UNESCO.

The New Tretyakov Gallery

The Tretyakov Gallery is Russia’s foremost museum of national art, showcasing masterpieces that reflect the country’s profound contribution to world culture. Known for its extensive and varied collection, it offers visitors an engaging journey through Russia's artistic history. In 1983, the gallery expanded with a new building on Krymsky Val, designed in the early Soviet modernist style by architects Yury Sheverdyaev and Nikolay Sukoyan.

Observation Deck at Moscow-City

For a breathtaking view of Moscow, head to Moscow City and ascend to the highest observation deck in Europe, located on the 89th floor of the Federation Tower. At 327 meters high, this vantage point offers panoramic views of the capital, allowing you to see many of Moscow’s landmarks in a single glance. This site is a four-time Russian Book of Records holder, cementing its place as one of the city's most remarkable attractions.

Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA)

The Moscow Museum of Modern Art (MMOMA), the first state museum in Russia dedicated to 20th and 21st-century Russian art, introduces visitors to a dynamic blend of artistic movements, from avant-garde to socialist realism, and more recent trends. 

Victory Museum at Poklonnaya Hill

Poklonnaya Hill holds deep significance for the Russian people. For centuries, it has been a site for reflection and reverence, where soldiers departing for the front during World War II would come to pay their respects. Today, this location is home to a monumental architectural ensemble, anchored by the Victory Museum. 

Gallery of European and American Art of the 19th-20th Centuries

The Art Gallery of Europe and America (19th–20th Centuries) offers an unparalleled collection of masterpieces from French Impressionism and post-Impressionism to avant-garde movements of the early 20th century. Featuring works from celebrated artists like Monet, Renoir, Degas, Cezanne, van Gogh, Gauguin, Matisse, and Picasso, the gallery showcases the extraordinary vision of Moscow collectors Sergei Shchukin and Ivan Morozov. 

VDNKh (Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy)

The Exhibition of Achievements of the National Economy (VDNH) is one of the world’s largest and most visited exhibition complexes. Spread over 325 hectares, this vast site was originally opened in 1939 to showcase Soviet industrial, agricultural, and cultural achievements. Inspired by the USSR’s success at the 1937 World’s Fair in Paris, VDNH opened with 87 pavilions, representing various sectors and republics of the Soviet Union. 

ATOM Museum

The ATOM Museum is an educational exhibition complex that hosts Russia's largest and most advanced exposition dedicated to nuclear energy.

Here, nuclear energy is explained in a simple, engaging way, making it accessible to both children and adults. The museum spans seven floors—three underground and four above ground—covering over 25,000 square meters. It houses more than 1,700 exhibits, ranging from a model of the Soviet atomic bomb, RDS-1, to a section of the world’s first nuclear icebreaker, Lenin, and even a model of an atomic airship.

Moscow Model Pavilion

At VDNH, a stunning interactive model of Moscow can be found on Lilac Alley. The most remarkable aspect of this miniature capital is its incredible attention to detail in both architecture and landscape design. Spanning 429 square meters, the scale model (1:400) features over 23,000 buildings and landmarks, including the Hotel Ukraine, the Donskoy Monastery, and the Catherine Palace, all in miniature form.

Pavilion No. 34 "Cosmos"

The Cosmonautics and Aviation Center, a world-class museum complex, is located at VDNH in the Cosmos Pavilion (No. 34). This enormous exhibition space is dedicated to Russian aviation and the history of space exploration.

Mosfilm Studio

A tour of Mosfilm, Moscow's renowned film studio, offers a unique opportunity to explore the largest film production studio in Russia—a key part of the nation’s cultural heritage.

Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve

The Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve, located in southern Moscow, is an 18th-century palace complex commissioned by Catherine the Great.

Arkhangelskoye Estate Museum-Reserve

The Arkhangelskoye Museum-Reserve is a remarkable example of Russia’s cultural heritage. It is a palace and park ensemble that includes invaluable collections and an open-air museum with surrounding protected lands. One of its former owners famously said that here, art and architecture harmonize perfectly with nature.

The Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts

Located at Volkhonka Street, 12 (near Kropotkinskaya metro station), the Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts is a treasure trove of cultural heritage. The museum's main building showcases a unique collection of tinted plaster casts spanning antiquity, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance, alongside masterpieces from Ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and European art from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.

Upon presentation the accreditation badge visiting the museum is free of charge for the participants of the International Symposium "Inventing the Future".

The Shchusev State Museum of Architecture

The Shchusev State Museum of Architecture is the world’s first museum dedicated exclusively to architecture and remains the only one of its kind in Russia. It is devoted to preserving and studying objects related to both global and Russian architectural heritage.

Upon presentation the accreditation badge visiting the museum is free of charge for the participants of the International Symposium "Inventing the Future".