Essential Apps for Moscow

Prepare your phone for a trip to Moscow with a practical selection of mobile apps for everyday travel. This guide helps international visitors find tools for metro journeys, walking directions, taxis, translation, event tickets and other useful services. Each entry explains what the app does, how to get started and what you may need to use it. Compare the options before departure, choose those that match your plans and check any registration or payment requirements. Some features may work differently for foreign visitors.

These are the apps worth installing for Moscow. Install them at home on Wi-Fi where you can. App store availability and features can change, so please check the official store page before you travel.

Getting around

Moscow Metro

Partly works for visitors

Plan metro journeys, find transfers and check routes across the Metro, Moscow Central Circle and Moscow Central Diameters.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Open the interactive metro map.
Select your departure and destination stations.
Compare journey times, transfers and station information.

Route planning is useful for tourists; Troika top-ups and digital payment features may require a compatible bank card.

Google Play

Moscow Transport

Moscow Department of Transport

Partly works for visitors

Plan journeys using Moscow's buses, trams and metro, and check stops, transfers and public transport arrival information.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Enter your starting point or enable location access.
Search for your destination in Moscow.
Compare routes and follow the suggested stops.

Route planning is accessible to visitors, but ticket purchases and some services may require registration.

Read our guide: Moscow Transport Museum: Melnikov Garage, Hours and Tickets

Google Play App Store

RZD Passengers

Russian Railways

Partly works for visitors

Check train schedules, routes and ticket availability for journeys from Moscow to other Russian destinations.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Enter your departure and arrival railway stations.
Select your travel date and compare available trains.
Check passenger details and payment conditions before booking.

Useful for trips beyond Moscow; ticket booking may require registration, identification and compatible payment.

Google Play

Taxi & rides

Yandex Go

Mikromobilnost LLC Belgrade

Partly works for visitors

Request taxis around Moscow, select a vehicle category and check the estimated fare before ordering.

You need: a phone number, mobile internet

How to start

Register using your phone number.
Enter your pickup point and destination.
Check the fare, payment method and vehicle details before confirming.

Foreign phone verification and payment cards may not work in every case. Check payment options before ordering.

Google Play App Store

Maps & navigation

Yandex Maps

Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading LLC

Works for visitors

Find Moscow attractions, restaurants, metro entrances and walking directions, including public transport connections.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Search for an attraction, station or street address.
Choose walking, public transport or driving directions.
Save your hotel and important places for later.

Search using Russian place names if an English spelling does not produce the expected result.

Google Play App Store

2GIS

Works for visitors

Navigate Moscow using detailed maps showing building entrances, shops, pedestrian routes and public transport connections.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Download the Moscow map for offline use.
Search for your hotel or sightseeing destination.
Check the building entrance and follow walking directions.

Offline maps are useful when mobile data is unavailable; live information still requires a connection.

Google Play

Tickets & sights

RUSSPASS

ANO Tourism and Hospitality of Moscow

Partly works for visitors

Find Moscow attractions, create sightseeing routes and explore available museum tickets and visitor activities.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Choose Moscow as your destination.
Browse attractions, museums and suggested routes.
Check visit details and available ticket options.

Sightseeing information is useful without booking; purchases may require registration and a supported payment method.

Google Play App Store

Yandex Afisha

Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading LLC

Partly works for visitors

Browse Moscow concerts, theatre performances, exhibitions and other events, with ticket options where available.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Select Moscow as your city.
Choose an event category and date.
Check the venue, seating information and available payment methods.

Some event information is in Russian, and purchases may require a compatible payment method.

Google Play

Food & delivery

Yandex Eats

Mikromobilnost LLC Belgrade

Partly works for visitors

Browse restaurants and grocery delivery options for your Moscow hotel, apartment or other supported address.

You need: a phone number, a free account, mobile internet

How to start

Enter your accommodation address.
Browse restaurants, groceries and delivery options.
Check the payment method and delivery details before ordering.

Delivery coverage varies by address, and ordering may require a local phone number or supported payment method.

Google Play App Store

Hotels & stays

Ostrovok

BRONIROVANIE GOSTINITS, OOO

Partly works for visitors

Search for hotels and apartments in Moscow, compare locations and check accommodation booking conditions.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Enter Moscow and your travel dates.
Filter accommodation by location and facilities.
Check payment and cancellation conditions before reserving.

Check whether the property accepts your payment method and offers payment at the hotel.

Google Play App Store

Language & translation

Yandex Translate

Direct Cursus Computer Systems Trading LLC

Works for visitors

Translate Russian menus, street signs, messages and spoken phrases while exploring Moscow.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Select Russian and your preferred language.
Download supported language packs for offline translation.
Type, speak or photograph text to translate it.

Photo translation requires an internet connection; offline language support varies.

Google Play App Store

Google Translate

Google LLC

Partly works for visitors

Translate Russian text and conversations, with downloadable language packs for basic offline translation.

You need: mobile internet

How to start

Select Russian and your preferred language.
Download the Russian language pack before travelling.
Use text, camera or conversation translation as needed.

Download offline language packs before arrival because online features may be affected by connectivity.

Google Play App Store

Phone, SIM & messaging

Telegram FZ-LLC

Partly works for visitors

Exchange messages with travel companions, accommodation hosts and local contacts who use Telegram.

You need: a phone number, a free account, mobile internet

How to start

Register and verify your phone number.
Add your accommodation contact or travel companions.
Save important messages and contact details.

Connectivity, verification and messaging functions may be affected by local service restrictions.

Google Play App Store

Store links checked on 12 October 2026. Always confirm the app and its features in the official store.

Final thoughts

Start with an app for navigation and another for translation, then add transport, tickets or food delivery tools according to your plans. Set up any essential accounts before travelling and save useful information for offline access where possible. Check each app's official information for changes to features and requirements, especially if you plan to use payment or booking functions.