Kiyevskaya Metro Station is really three stations in one hub, on the Circle, Filyovskaya and Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya lines, beside Kiyevsky railway station. Kiyevskaya Metro Station mosaics are in the Circle Line hall, which opened in 1954 with white marble pylons and large mosaics in gold trim.
The three stations are linked, and travelers often pass through them without looking up. This guide explains which one to visit for the decoration, how the other two differ, how the transfers work and how to pay the fare.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Киевская |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 1954 |
| Architect(s) | Yevgeny Katonin, Vadim Skugarev and Georgy Golubev (mosaics by A. V. Myzin) |
| Address | Kiyevsky Railway Station, Europe Square, Moscow, Russia OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Dorogomilovo |
| Interchanges | Kiyevskaya (Line 5 (Koltsevaya, brown), the decorated station, linked to the other two) Kiyevskaya (Line 4 (Filyovskaya, light blue), the above-ground station near the Smolensky metro bridge) Kiyevskaya (Line 3 (Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya, dark blue), the station with no vestibule of its own, linked to the other two) |
| Opening hours | The Moscow Metro normally runs from early morning until around 1:00 at night, and the three Kiyevskaya stations are open to passengers during those hours.
Exact first and last train times were not confirmed, so check the Metro's official information (as of October 2026 – check the official site, mosmetro.ru). |
| Best time to visit | Mid-morning and early afternoon on weekdays are calmer, and late evening is quiet. The morning and evening rush hours and times around train departures are the busiest, when the passages and platforms are crowded.
The stations work in every season, so the hub is a good stop on a cold or wet day. |
| Last updated | October 6, 2026 |
Why Visit Kiyevskaya Metro Station?
The Circle Line hall is one of the most decorated halls of the Metro. Low square pylons faced with white marble carry large mosaics by A. V. Myzin, and both the mosaics and the arches are edged with gold-colored trim.
The design was chosen among more than seventy entries in an open competition held in Ukraine, and the station is named for the nearby Kiyevsky railway station.
The hub also shows a piece of Metro history. The Filyovskaya station is above ground, reached by the Smolensky metro bridge of 1937, the first above-ground section of the Metro. The area is a short ride from the center, and it connects three lines in one place.
How Kiyevskaya Metro Station Is Laid Out
Kiyevskaya is a hub of three separate stations that share a name and are linked by passages, beside Kiyevsky railway station on Europe Square.
The Circle Line station (Line 5, brown) is the decorated one, with a long hall of white marble pylons, mosaics and gold trim. The Filyovskaya station (Line 4, light blue) is above ground near the Smolensky metro bridge, and the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya station (Line 3, dark blue) has no vestibule of its own and is reached through the others.
A sensible way to see the hub is to go straight to the Circle Line hall and walk its length, then, if you have time, visit the above-ground Filyovskaya station by the bridge.
Highlights of Kiyevskaya Metro Station
The Circle Line hall
The Circle Line station opened on 14 March 1954. Low, square pylons faced with white marble carry large mosaics above them.
The design was chosen by an open competition held in Ukraine, from more than seventy entries, and was by Yevgeny Katonin, Vadim Skugarev and Georgy Golubev.
Tip: Walk the full length of the hall, since the best view of the pylons is from the middle.
The mosaics by A. V. Myzin
Large mosaics by A. V. Myzin sit above the pylons, in smalt and framed by gold-colored trim. A guidebook says they were created to commemorate the union between Russia and Ukraine.
They are colorful scenes that stand out against the white marble.
Tip: Look at the mosaics from a distance first, then step closer to see the detail.
Gold trim and the Lenin portrait
Both the mosaics and the arches between the pylons are edged with elaborate gold-colored trim, which gives the hall its warm glow.
A portrait of Lenin is also part of the decoration.
Tip: Look at the trim on the arches as well as on the mosaics, since it ties the hall together.
The above-ground Filyovskaya station
The Filyovskaya Line station opened on 20 March 1937 and is reached by the Smolensky metro bridge, built in 1937 as the first above-ground section of the Metro.
It was part of the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line until 1953, and then became part of the Filyovskaya Line.
Tip: Look out of the train window as it crosses the bridge, for a view over the Moskva River.
The Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya station
This station has no vestibule of its own and is named for the nearby Kiyevsky railway station. It was the terminus of its line for half a century, until the extension of 2003 toward Park Pobedy.
It is plainer than the Circle Line hall.
Tip: Use it as part of a transfer rather than a stop for decoration.
The hub beside the railway station
The three stations stand beside Kiyevsky railway station on Europe Square, one of the busiest areas in western Moscow.
The transfers between the lines make the hub a good place to start a trip to the west of the city.
Tip: Follow the line colors and the signs for your line when you transfer, since the stations share a name.
Atmosphere
The Circle Line hall is bright and open, with white marble pylons that reflect the light, golden trim around the arches and large colorful mosaics above. The marble gives it a clean, airy look compared with darker stations.
Passengers flow between the three lines in long passages, and the hub is busy with commuters, travelers from the railway station and visitors with luggage. The sound is footsteps, announcements and trains.
The hall is busiest at rush hours and calmer in the middle of the day and late in the evening, when the mosaics are easier to see.
History of Kiyevskaya Metro Station
The first Kiyevskaya station opened on 20 March 1937 as part of the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line, on the way to the Smolensky metro bridge, built in 1937 as the first above-ground section of the Moscow Metro. It was named for the nearby Kiyevsky railway station.
When the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line was extended in 1953, the new Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya station of Kiyevskaya replaced the older station. The older station was not closed for good but became part of the Filyovskaya Line, so there are two separate stations today.
The Circle Line station opened on 14 March 1954, in the last stage of the line. Its design was chosen in an open competition held in Ukraine, among more than seventy entries, and was by the team of Yevgeny Katonin, Vadim Skugarev and Georgy Golubev.
The Circle Line hall has low, square pylons faced with white marble, large mosaics by A. V. Myzin above them and gold-colored trim around the mosaics and the arches. A guidebook says the mosaics were created to commemorate the union between Russia and Ukraine. A portrait of Lenin is part of the decoration.
The Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya station has no vestibule of its own, and for half a century was the terminus of its line, until the extension of 2003 toward Park Pobedy.
The three stations are linked by transfers and together form one of the larger hubs of the Metro, beside Kiyevsky railway station on Europe Square.
Today the Circle Line hall is the one visitors seek out for its decoration, while the above-ground Filyovskaya station and its bridge show the early history of the Metro.
Tickets and Booking for Kiyevskaya Metro Station
There is no ticket for the stations themselves; entering needs a Metro fare. Reports on 2026 fares differ: a budget-level fare (₽) for a single ride with a Troika card, a slightly higher budget-level fare (₽) by contactless bank card and a higher budget-level fare (₽) for a 90-minute ticket, while some sources still give lower prices. Check the current fare on the official Moscow Metro site, mosmetro.ru.
- Troika card: a reusable card sold at ticket windows and top-up machines in station halls and through the official Metro app; the deposit is reported as a small amount (₽), so check the price.
- Foreign cards: reports conflict on whether foreign Visa or Mastercard cards and phone payments work at the turnstiles, so carry rubles in cash and buy a ticket or card at a ticket window.
- Rush hours: the hub is busiest in the morning and evening on weekdays, and around train departure times at the railway station.
Rates for Russian citizens and concessions differ. All fares and payment methods are listed on the official site, mosmetro.ru.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Kiyevskaya Metro Station
Kiyevskaya is in the west of the center of Moscow, in Dorogomilovo District, beside Kiyevsky railway station.
- Circle Line: Kiyevskaya (Line 5, Koltsevaya, brown), between Park Kultury and Krasnopresnenskaya; this is the decorated station.
- Filyovskaya Line: Kiyevskaya (Line 4, light blue), between Vystavochnaya and Smolenskaya, above ground by the bridge.
- Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line: Kiyevskaya (Line 3, dark blue), between Park Pobedy and Smolenskaya.
All three are linked by passages. A taxi can drop you at Europe Square, outside Kiyevsky railway station.
Accessibility
Accessibility details were not confirmed. The stations are reached by escalators and long passages, and lift availability and step-free access were not verified. With luggage and crowds, allow extra time. Contact the Metro or check mosmetro.ru before traveling if you need step-free access or assistance.
Food Nearby
Europe Square, the railway station and the nearby shopping center have cafes, fast food outlets and shops. Specific venues were not verified, so check opening hours before you go.
What to Bring
Bring a camera and keep your luggage close, since the hub is crowded. Have some rubles in cash for a ticket or a Troika card.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Kiyevskaya Metro Station
Middle of the Circle Line hall
The long hall with white marble pylons, mosaics and gold trim receding into the distance.
Best time: Late evening or mid-morning, when the hall is quieter
A single mosaic above a pylon
One of the large mosaics in its gold trim, seen from below against the white marble.
Best time: Between trains, with the platform clear
Arches and gold trim
The line of arches edged with gold-colored trim, a good repeating pattern for a photograph.
Best time: Any time, with the hall lit
Filyovskaya station and bridge
The above-ground station and the Smolensky metro bridge over the river, with daylight on the platform.
Best time: Clear daytime
Photography Rules
Photography rules in the stations were not confirmed. Taking photographs on the platform is common, but tripods and flash can be restricted, and the hub is busy, so stand clear of the platform edge and the crowds. Drone rules in Moscow are strict and change.
Family Suitability
The hub is a short stop that suits families, and the bright white marble hall is easy for children to enjoy. It is very busy, with crowds and luggage, so keep children close and away from the platform edge. Strollers need the escalator or a lift, and lift access was not confirmed.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Check the line color before you transfer; the three stations share a name, and only the brown Circle Line hall is the decorated one.
- Look at the mosaics from the middle of the hall, then at the gold trim on the arches.
- Ride the Filyovskaya Line over the Smolensky metro bridge for a view of the river, since it is the first above-ground section of the Metro.
- Avoid the rush hours and train departure times if you want room to photograph.
- Do not expect decoration on the Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya station; it has no vestibule of its own and is mainly a transfer.
- Combine the stop with the area around Europe Square and Kiyevsky railway station.
Explore Nearby Kiyevskaya Metro Station
Sights near Kiyevskaya Metro Station
Moscow Metro · typical visit: 1.5–3 hours for a tour of showcase stations
Pushkin Memorial Apartment on Arbat Moscowabout 1.3 km away (~21 min walk) · typical visit: About 1 hour
Krasnaya Presnya Park Moscowabout 1.3 km away (~21 min walk) · typical visit: About 1.5 to 2.5 hours
Metro stations near Kiyevskaya Metro Station
Smolenskaya Metro Stationabout 1.1 km away (~18 min walk)
Train stations and river piers near Kiyevskaya Metro Station
Kievsky Railway Terminalabout 100 m away (~1 min walk)
Kievsky River Pierabout 1.1 km away (~17 min walk)
Restaurants and cafes near Kiyevskaya Metro Station
Sakhalinabout 950 m away (~15 min walk)
Matryoshka Restaurantabout 950 m away (~16 min walk)
Hotels near Kiyevskaya Metro Station
Radisson Collection Hotel Moscowabout 900 m away (~14 min walk)
Golden Ring Hotel Moscowabout 900 m away (~15 min walk)
Hotel Belgrad Moscowabout 950 m away (~15 min walk)
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FAQ: Kiyevskaya Metro Station
Why are there three Kiyevskaya stations?
The first opened in 1937, and later stations on other lines took the same name. They are linked, but on different lines.
Which Kiyevskaya has the mosaics?
The Circle Line station (Line 5, brown), which opened on 14 March 1954.
Who designed the Circle Line station?
A team of Yevgeny Katonin, Vadim Skugarev and Georgy Golubev, chosen in an open competition held in Ukraine.
Who made the mosaics?
A. V. Myzin made the large mosaics above the white marble pylons.
Which station is above ground?
The Filyovskaya station (Line 4, light blue), reached by the Smolensky metro bridge of 1937.
Do I need a ticket to see it?
Yes, a Metro fare is needed to enter. See the fares and payment section.
What is the station named after?
The nearby Kiyevsky railway station.
How long do I need?
About 10 to 15 minutes to walk the Circle Line hall and look at the mosaics.
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