Mendeleyevskaya Metro Station opened on 31 December 1988 on the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya Line, about 48.5 meters under the north of central Moscow. Mendeleyevskaya Metro Station was designed by Nina Aleshina and Natalya Samoilova on the theme of the chemist Dmitri Mendeleev and his works.
A transfer leads to Novoslobodskaya on the Ring Line, and a small monument to a stray dog stands in the station. This guide explains what to look for, how the transfer works and how the fares work.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Менделеевская |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 1988 |
| Architect(s) | Nina Aleshina and Natalya Samoilova |
| Address | Novoslobodskaya Street area, Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Tverskoy |
| Interchanges | Mendeleyevskaya (Line 9 (Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya, gray), the station itself, between Savyolovskaya and Tsvetnoy Bulvar) Novoslobodskaya (Line 5 (Koltsevaya, brown), a transfer) |
| Opening hours | The Moscow Metro normally runs from early morning until around 1:00 at night, and the 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 are the busiest, when the platform and the transfer are crowded.
The station works in every season, so it is a good stop on a cold or wet day. |
| Last updated | October 6, 2026 |
Why Visit Mendeleyevskaya Metro Station?
Mendeleyevskaya is one of the stations of the final extension of Line 9 through the center, opened on the last day of 1988, and it is about 48.5 meters deep. The architects, Nina Aleshina and Natalya Samoilova, designed it on the theme of Dmitri Mendeleev and his works.
A transfer leads to Novoslobodskaya on the Koltsevaya Line, which was the last Ring Line station to receive a transfer. Novoslobodskaya has its own article and is known for its stained glass.
The station also has a small, unusual feature: a monument named Compassion, to a stray dog who lived at the station. The detailed decoration of the hall was not described in the sources found.
Highlights of Mendeleyevskaya Metro Station
A station themed on Mendeleev
The station was designed by Nina Aleshina and Natalya Samoilova on the theme of the chemist Dmitri Mendeleev and his works.
The station is named after him.
Tip: Look for the design details related to science in the hall.
A deep station of 1988
Mendeleyevskaya is about 48.5 meters underground, and opened on 31 December 1988.
It was part of the final extension of the line through the center.
Tip: Allow time for the long escalator ride between the street and the platform.
The transfer to Novoslobodskaya
Since 1988 a transfer has linked the station with Novoslobodskaya on the Koltsevaya Line.
Novoslobodskaya was the last station of the Ring Line to receive a transfer.
Tip: Follow the transfer signs, and leave extra time at rush hours.
Almost called Novoslobodskaya
The initial proposal was to name the station Novoslobodskaya, like the Ring Line station.
It was named after the chemist Mendeleev instead.
Tip: Check the names on the signs, since the two stations are close.
The monument Compassion
A monument named Compassion stands in the station, to a stray dog named Malchik who lived there.
It was erected after the dog was killed.
Tip: Ask a staff member or check the Metro's official site for its location.
Between Savyolovskaya and Tsvetnoy Bulvar
On Line 9, the station lies between Savyolovskaya toward the north and Tsvetnoy Bulvar toward the south.
Both neighbors have their own articles.
Tip: Ride one stop to Tsvetnoy Bulvar for the circus stained glass.
Atmosphere
The hall is deep and calm, with the long hum of the escalators and the footsteps of commuters. The sound is trains, announcements and the rolling of suitcases from the nearby railway station.
Residents of the north of the center, students and travelers use the station, and it is quieter than the large junctions of the center.
It is busiest at rush hours, and calm in the middle of the morning on weekdays and late in the evening.
History of Mendeleyevskaya Metro Station
In the mid-1980s the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya Line was extended north through the city center. In 1988 the final extension first turned east to include Tsvetnoy Bulvar, then crossed the Koltsevaya Line at Novoslobodskaya and ended at Savyolovskaya.
Mendeleyevskaya opened on 31 December 1988, as part of that extension, about 48.5 meters underground, in the Tverskoy District. It was designed by Nina Aleshina and Natalya Samoilova on the theme of Dmitri Mendeleev and his works.
The initial proposal was to name the station Novoslobodskaya, like the station on the Ring Line. It was named after the chemist instead.
In 1988 a transfer to Novoslobodskaya on the Koltsevaya Line opened, which made Novoslobodskaya the last Ring Line station to receive a transfer.
A monument named Compassion stands in the station, to a stray dog named Malchik who lived there and was killed.
Today Mendeleyevskaya is a working stop on Line 9, with a transfer to Line 5, in the north of central Moscow.
Tickets and Booking for Mendeleyevskaya 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 fare, while some sources still give lower fares. 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 stations are busiest in the morning and evening on weekdays.
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 Mendeleyevskaya Metro Station
Mendeleyevskaya is in the Tverskoy District, in the north of central Moscow, near Novoslobodskaya Street.
- Metro: Mendeleyevskaya (Line 9, Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya, gray), between Savyolovskaya and Tsvetnoy Bulvar.
- Transfer: Novoslobodskaya (Line 5, Koltsevaya, brown).
The exit details and the walking times were not verified. Taxis can drop you on Novoslobodskaya Street, though traffic is heavy.
Accessibility
Accessibility details were not confirmed. The station is deep, about 48.5 meters down, and reached by long escalators, and the availability of lifts and step-free access, at the station and on the transfer, was not verified. Contact the Metro or check mosmetro.ru before traveling if you need step-free access or assistance.
Food Nearby
Novoslobodskaya Street and the streets around it have cafes, restaurants and shops. Specific venues were not verified, so check opening hours before you go.
What to Bring
Bring a map or a navigation app for the transfer, and some rubles in cash for a ticket or a Troika card.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Mendeleyevskaya Metro Station
The platform hall
The deep hall seen from one end of the platform, with the themed decoration.
Best time: Late evening or mid-morning, when the platform is quieter
Photography Rules
Photography rules in the stations were not confirmed. Taking photographs of the halls is common, but tripods and flash can be restricted, and the platform is busy at rush hours, so stand clear of the platform edge. Drone rules in Moscow are strict, especially in the center, and change.
Family Suitability
The stations are a practical stop for families, and the stray dog's monument interests many children. They are deep, with long escalators, and busy at rush hours, so keep children close and away from the platform edge. Strollers need a lift, and lift access was not confirmed.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Compare the hall with Novoslobodskaya, the stained-glass Ring Line station, which is just a transfer away.
- Leave extra time for the transfer at rush hours.
- Check the line colors on the signs: gray for this station and brown for Novoslobodskaya.
- Ride one stop to Savyolovskaya, the next station toward the north, for the Ring Line link there.
- Ask at the station or check the Metro's official site for the location of the monument Compassion.
- Come in mid-morning on a weekday for the quietest platform.
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FAQ: Mendeleyevskaya Metro Station
When did Mendeleyevskaya open?
On 31 December 1988, with the final extension of Line 9 through the center.
Who designed it?
Nina Aleshina and Natalya Samoilova, on the theme of Dmitri Mendeleev and his works.
How deep is it?
About 48.5 meters.
Which line is it on?
Line 9, the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya Line, in gray, between Savyolovskaya and Tsvetnoy Bulvar.
Can I change to the Ring Line?
Yes, to Novoslobodskaya on the Koltsevaya Line, by a transfer open since 1988.
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 monument in the station?
A monument named Compassion, to a stray dog named Malchik who lived at the station.
How long do I need?
About 10 minutes to see the hall.
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