Tsaritsyno Metro Station opened on 30 December 1984 on the Zamoskvoretskaya Line, a shallow station about 8 meters under the Tsaritsyno District in the south of Moscow. Tsaritsyno Metro Station was called Lenino until November 1990, and then took the name of Tsaritsyno Park.
The park houses a palace once owned by Catherine the Great, and a panel above the entrance stairs of the station shows the Moscow skyline. This guide explains the name, the history and how the fares work.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Царицыно |
|---|---|
| Built / opened | 1984 |
| Address | Tsaritsyno District, Moscow, Russia OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Tsaritsyno |
| Interchanges | Tsaritsyno (Line 2 (Zamoskvoretskaya, green), the station itself, between Kantemirovskaya and Orekhovo, with entrance stairs under a skyline panel) |
| Opening hours | The Moscow Metro normally runs from early morning until around 1:00 at night, and the station is 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, and the station fills on sunny weekends in the warm months, when visitors head for the park.
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 Tsaritsyno Metro Station?
Tsaritsyno is the Metro’s station named after Tsaritsyno Park, which houses a palace once owned by Catherine the Great and has its own article. It opened on 30 December 1984 as Lenino, after the Lenino-Dachnoye area, and was renamed in 1990.
It had an unlucky start: the station opened on 30 December 1984 and was closed the very next day because of flooding, as were its neighbors in the extension.
A panel by Kuznetsov above the entrance stairs depicts the Moscow skyline. The station is shallow, about 8 meters deep. The route and the distance from the station to the park were not verified, so check a map.
Highlights of Tsaritsyno Metro Station
Named after Tsaritsyno Park
The station is named after Tsaritsyno Park, which houses a palace once owned by Catherine the Great.
The park and the palace are part of the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve, a separate institution with its own tickets.
Tip: Check the museum-reserve's own site and a map for the route before you go.
Called Lenino until 1990
From its opening until November 1990 the station was called Lenino, after the Lenino-Dachnoye area.
The city then renamed it Tsaritsyno.
Tip: Look for the old name in older guidebooks and maps.
The Moscow skyline panel
A panel by Kuznetsov above the entrance stairs depicts the Moscow skyline.
It is the station's main decorative feature.
Tip: Look up above the stairs as you enter.
Closed the day after it opened
The station opened on 30 December 1984 and was closed the very next day because of flooding.
The same happened to its neighbors in the extension.
Tip: Look at the station as a survivor of a difficult start.
A shallow station
Tsaritsyno is about 8 meters underground, on the section of the line from Kashirskaya to Orekhovo, 6.4 kilometers long.
It lies between Kantemirovskaya and Orekhovo.
Tip: Allow for a short escalator ride, shorter than at the deep central stations.
Two stations, two sides of the park
Orekhovo, the next station toward the south, has its entrances on the east side of Tsaritsyno Park.
The two stations serve different sides of the park.
Tip: Check the gate you need before you choose the station.
Atmosphere
The hall is plain and calm, with the sound of trains arriving and the footsteps of residents of the south of the city. The entrance stairs are marked by a panel of the Moscow skyline.
Residents of the area, commuters and visitors to the park and the palace use the station, and it is busier on weekends in the warm months.
It is busiest at rush hours, and calm in the middle of the morning on weekdays and late in the evening.
History of Tsaritsyno Metro Station
In the 1980s the Moscow Metro extended the Zamoskvoretskaya Line to the south-east, connecting Kashirskaya with the area of Tsaritsyno Park and the housing districts of Orekhovo-Borisovo. The previous branch to Chertanovo became a separate line.
The extension, from Kashirskaya to Orekhovo, 6.4 kilometers long, opened on 30 December 1984. The station in the area of the park opened as Lenino, after the Lenino-Dachnoye area, a shallow station about 8 meters deep.
The stations of the extension were closed the very next day because of flooding, and reopened after repairs; the date of the reopening was not found.
A panel by Kuznetsov above the entrance stairs depicts the Moscow skyline.
In November 1990, as the city restored many old names, the station was renamed Tsaritsyno, after Tsaritsyno Park, which houses a palace once owned by Catherine the Great.
From 12 November 2022 to May 2023 the section of the line between Avtozavodskaya and Orekhovo was closed for tunnel reconstruction.
Today Tsaritsyno is a working stop on Line 2, between Kantemirovskaya and Orekhovo.
Tickets and Booking for Tsaritsyno Metro Station
There is no ticket for the station itself; 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 a lower budget-level fare (₽). 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 station is busiest in the morning and evening on weekdays, and on sunny weekends.
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 Tsaritsyno Metro Station
Tsaritsyno is in the Tsaritsyno District, in the south of Moscow.
- Metro: Tsaritsyno (Line 2, Zamoskvoretskaya, green), between Kantemirovskaya and Orekhovo.
The vestibule and the exits were not verified, and neither were the route and the distance to Tsaritsyno Park and the palace; check a map, and consider a bus or taxi for the last part. Note that Orekhovo, the next station, has entrances on the east side of the park.
Accessibility
Accessibility details were not confirmed. The station is shallow, about 8 meters down, but the availability of lifts and step-free access was not verified. Contact the Metro or check mosmetro.ru before traveling if you need step-free access or assistance.
Food Nearby
The streets around the station have cafes, fast food outlets and shops, and the park has its own cafes. Specific venues were not verified, so check opening hours before you go.
What to Bring
Bring a map or a navigation app for the route to the park, and some rubles in cash for a ticket or a Troika card.
Best Views and Photo Spots of Tsaritsyno Metro Station
The skyline panel
The panel by Kuznetsov above the entrance stairs, showing the Moscow skyline.
Best time: Mid-morning, outside rush hours
Photography Rules
Photography rules in the station were not confirmed. Taking photographs of the hall and the panel 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, and change.
Family Suitability
The station is a practical stop for families heading for Tsaritsyno Park, but the route to the park should be checked, since it can be a long walk for small children. The hall is shallow, and busy at rush hours and on weekends, so keep children close and away from the platform edge. Strollers need a lift, and lift access was not confirmed.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Check the route and the gate you need before you choose between Tsaritsyno and Orekhovo.
- Look up above the entrance stairs for the Moscow skyline panel.
- Look for the old name, Lenino, in older maps and guidebooks.
- Check the park's own site for its entry rules and tickets before you go.
- Come on a weekday morning for the quietest platform; weekends in good weather are busy.
- Check the destination on the front of the train, since Line 2 runs the whole length of the city.
Explore Nearby Tsaritsyno Metro Station
Sights near Tsaritsyno Metro Station
Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve Moscowabout 1.2 km away (~20 min walk) · typical visit: 3–5 hoursMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Moscow Metro · typical visit: 1.5–3 hours for a tour of showcase stationsMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Related guides
Tsaritsyno: Catherine’s Unfinished Palace, Park and Fountain GuideMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Kolomenskoye: UNESCO Ascension Church, Wooden Palace and ParkMain image: AI-generated illustration. It may not show the place exactly as it looks.
Browse more: More in Tsaritsyno · All Metro Stations
FAQ: Tsaritsyno Metro Station
When did Tsaritsyno open?
On 30 December 1984, as Lenino; it was closed the next day because of flooding.
Why was it called Lenino?
After the Lenino-Dachnoye area; it was renamed Tsaritsyno in November 1990.
How deep is it?
About 8 meters, in a shallow station.
Which line is it on?
Line 2, the Zamoskvoretskaya Line, in green, between Kantemirovskaya and Orekhovo.
What is above the entrance stairs?
A panel by Kuznetsov that depicts the Moscow skyline.
Do I need a ticket to see it?
Yes, a Metro fare is needed to enter. See the fares and payment section.
Is the palace next to the station?
The palace is in Tsaritsyno Park, which is nearby; check a map for the route and the distance.
How long do I need?
About 10 minutes to see the hall.
Discover More of Moscow with Our Travel Tips
Get practical Moscow travel tips, new destination guides and useful updates on attractions, opening hours and prices. Plan your visit with clear, helpful information delivered to your inbox.
Moscow Vibes is a one-person project. A coffee keeps it going
Last updated: October 6, 2026. Found an error or something out of date? Report it and we will check and fix it.
How we research and update our guides
About this guide: AI assistance and accuracy
This guide is created with the help of AI and is based on official sources where available. Mistakes can still happen. Opening hours, prices, rules and other details are given to the best of our knowledge as of the date shown and can change without notice. It offers general recommendations only, not professional, legal or travel advice. Please confirm important details with the official source before you travel; you are responsible for your own plans and decisions.
International sanctions affect payments between Russia and many other countries. In practice, cards issued in the EU, the UK, the US and several other countries often do not work in Russia, Russian cards usually do not work abroad, and some booking platforms, airlines and payment providers limit or suspend their services for Russia. The situation changes frequently. We do not give legal or financial advice, and this site does not encourage anyone to break or circumvent sanctions. Whatever you plan, you are responsible for following the laws and regulations that apply to you, including those of your country of residence and citizenship. Many travelers still organise their stay lawfully. It is worth asking your bank or payment provider what is currently permitted, contacting hotels, tour operators and carriers directly about the payment methods they accept, and checking which services are open to customers from your country. Clarify payment, cancellation and refund terms before you commit to a booking, and keep your plans flexible. Partner links on this site may not be available in every country, and prices, availability and rules in our guides can differ from what you see when you book.Paying for your trip: please read
Report an issue on this page
* Affiliate link: as an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Ask Masha