Photo: Maxim Koliberdin
Moscow has incredibly beautiful and photogenic places for wedding photography, and in this article you will see it. We have selected seven completely different venues to suit every taste, where you can take the best shots, as well as hold the celebration itself.
The StandArt Hotel Moscow
The modern hotel "Standard" combines progressive global trends and retrofuturistic interior. Excellent photos will be obtained in high-level apartments: “Classic”, “De Luxe”, “Lux”, “Grand Lux”. A bar, a YURA restaurant, a summer terrace overlooking the city - all of these can also become excellent locations for wedding photography.
Photo: Tatyana Bogdan
“I’ll pose in stiletto heels during the wedding walk”
Expectation. In high heels, you will walk past the photographer with a flying gait.
Reality. You will be moving a lot, so after half an hour such shoes will seem like instruments of torture - your feet will get tired, and calluses may also appear. The suffering on your face will remain in the photographs even if you try to hide it.
What should I do? Don't torture yourself. Take a few shots in your dream shoes and then change into comfortable ones. This does not mean that she will be ugly, far from it. Neat ballet flats, shoes with comfortable heels or the latest Converse will look stylish and not cause discomfort.
Modus Restaurant
A majestic three-story neoclassical mansion with stained glass windows that flood the hall with sunlight during the day—sounds like the perfect place for a photo shoot. On the ground floor of the Modus restaurant there is a fireplace and comfortable upholstered furniture. On the second and third there is a two-level banquet hall in light colors with triumphal columns.
Photo: Andrey Baida
“Let’s arrange a magical photo shoot in the snow in winter”
Expectation. You will take fabulous photos in the snowdrifts - no one has ever done this before!
Reality. It’s possible that you can do it, just dress warmly, because it can be cold during a wedding walk in winter. Or, on the contrary, it may be too warm, and only memories will remain from the snow.
What should I do? As mentioned above, you should dress warmly to avoid freezing.
Also think about where you will have your photo shoot if there is no snow. All photos Chris & Ruth
Moscow City Golf Club
An excellent option for those who want their photos to look as if they were not taken in Moscow. In addition, the Moscow City Golf Club is the only place within the capital with a golf course and infrastructure. There is a clubhouse, event rooms, a restaurant, and a tent, which are perfect for the celebration itself.
Photo: Natalia Legend
Selecting a location
Don't overdo it - choose no more than three locations for shooting. If the wedding is scheduled for a weekend, it is advisable that these places are close to each other, otherwise any traffic jam can ruin your plans. Choose places to shoot where you won’t be disturbed by random passers-by.
In winter, instead of a street walk, you can arrange a photo shoot in a studio or other warm room, and in spring, summer or autumn you should pay attention to parks, beautiful streets, and embankments. And don’t forget to take an umbrella, a cape, a jacket or a warmer jacket with you in case of bad weather.
Hotel National Moscow
If you like Art Nouveau, Classicism and Neo-Renaissance, book a room at the National. The interior of this hotel allows you to take unique photographs: marble, stucco, gilding, painting on the ceilings and stained glass create an interesting backdrop. You can also take photographs in the rooms themselves, which are furnished with antique furniture worthy of a museum exhibition. Don't miss the marble staircase - this is one of the most photogenic places in the hotel.
"Let's take a walk in the warm sun"
Expectation. You will have an easy walk under the caressing rays of the sun.
Reality. The weather cheerfully waved its hand at you, bringing down torrential rain or stifling heat on the whole company.
What should I do? Prepare for the fact that the wedding walk may happen in inclement weather - develop a plan B. Where will you go to take photos if it rains? Where can you hide from the scorching sun? How do you adapt your schedule if you have to reduce your walking time?
DoubleTree by Hilton Moscow – Marina
Modern, laconic interiors, designed in calm colors, will become a universal backdrop for the implementation of any ideas. From the hotel rooms you can immediately go to the Piazza courtyard and continue your photo shoot in the open air. The DoubleTree by Hilton Moscow-Marina hotel is located on the territory of the yacht club, so in the warm season you can ride and take photos on a yacht.
“Let’s have a glass of champagne and eat strawberries”
Expectation. Guests will drink some champagne, eat fruit and continue their walk to arrive at the restaurant fresh.
Reality. This is a wedding. Be prepared for the fact that some guests will drink more than one glass (and not just champagne).
What should I do? Snacks during a walk should be more substantial than strawberries, otherwise some will be carried away in a few hours. Inelegant meat and potato pies will come in handy in this case. And be sure to prepare a supply of still water.
The St. Regis Moscow Nikolskaya
Hotel St. Regis has many photogenic areas. A ballroom, an open area on the roof overlooking the Kremlin, a courtyard with columns, semicircular balconies, luxurious marble staircases in the hall, rooms, corridors, restaurants and even elevators - all this can turn into an excellent backdrop for photographs.
Photo: Vasily Tserevitinov
Ostankino Park
An important place among the attractions of Moscow is given to Ostankino Park. The well-groomed landscape with shady alleys is conducive to a leisurely walk.
In addition to the fact that the park itself is a natural backdrop for a wedding photo shoot, there are many objects on its territory that will diversify your photographs.
The belvedere is very popular among newlyweds - it makes for interesting pictures against its background and in it itself. The theatrical sculpture park deserves special mention - an excellent setting for cute, funny photos. The shore of the pond located in the park is also a remarkable location for filming.
In winter, the picturesque views of the park are significantly reduced, so the best time for a photo shoot in the park is late spring, summer and early autumn (before the leaves fall).
Turandot
A legendary place for wedding photos. "Turandot" is a historical house, the interiors of which skillfully intertwine the styles of European Baroque, Classicism and Renaissance. Refined painting, masterly carving, precious porcelain vases, antique tapestries, clocks and other interior items create a charming atmosphere of sophistication and luxury.
Photo: Arseny Prusakov, Yulia Burmistrova
What is the right time to spend it?
Based on many photos of a wedding walk, we can say that it is best to spend it outdoors during the daytime. It is advisable to do so before registering the marriage, so that guests do not have to wait for you for several hours later.
In the first half of the day, when both the bride and groom are still full of strength and good mood, these are the ideal conditions for organizing a love-story walk for the newlyweds.
You should first set aside 2 hours or more for a wedding photo shoot in order to be sure that you will get a lot of good shots without fuss or rushing anywhere.
If the bride does not want the groom to see her in a wedding dress before registering the marriage, then you can organize a walking photo shoot after the formal registration of the marriage, but you already need to figure out what to do with your distinguished guests during this time.
In this case, places for a wedding walk should be chosen close to the registry office, or to the restaurant where the second formal part of the wedding, or banquet, will take place.
The best places for a wedding photo shoot in Moscow
A wedding walk after marriage registration has become an integral traditional part of the holiday. At this time, you can take many beautiful and romantic memorable photographs of the newlyweds. So you should approach planning your route and choosing a place for a photo shoot with special attention. We have collected for you the most picturesque Moscow corners of nature and observation decks in the city, where wedding photography will be a win-win.
- Hermitage Garden
The garden is located in the city center and is considered one of the oldest recreational places in Moscow. It beckons with lush greenery, well-groomed flower beds and cozy alleys. The main attraction of the garden, the Hermitage Theater, is a historical monument of the 19th century. At any time of the year, you can hold an unforgettable wedding photo shoot in the garden. In summer this place turns into a flower paradise, and in winter into a romantic skating rink. In autumn, you will get colorful photographs against the backdrop of variegated foliage. To take photos or videos here, you must first agree with the administration.
2. Estate "Kuskovo"
This place is perfect for beautiful wedding photography. The main attraction is the ancient palace building, built in the spirit of Russian classicism. The driveway is decorated with sculptures of Egyptian sphinxes. Along with the palace, the exquisite Dutch house, nestled in a picturesque location near the very shore of the lake, is extremely popular. In case of bad weather and rain, you can take refuge in the palace itself and take luxurious photographs in the magnificent halls.
3. Manezhnaya Square is also very popular among newlyweds, because it is a beautiful architectural complex built back in 1817. Since other attractions are within walking distance from the city center, you can also take photos on Red Square and in the Alexander Garden against the backdrop of ancient architectural monuments, which are ideal for a photo shoot. True, the downside here will be a large number of people and tourists, preventing you from taking a beautiful shot.
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Cathedral of Christ the Savior
This place has long been popular among lovers and newlyweds. It was on this bridge that a new phenomenon was first noticed in Moscow - “love locks” began to appear on its fence: large barn ones, small and elegant ones, with or without names. Stunningly beautiful view of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Kremlin and the embankment.
5. Kuzminki Park is one of the greenest and most well-groomed parks in the capital. Its main part consists of picturesque forest areas with ponds, so photographs here will turn out to be extremely romantic. The main attraction of the park is the Golitsyn estate. In the central part of the park there is the most popular place among all newlyweds - the lovers' square. It represents a composition with two burning hearts, a bench with swan wings and a tree on which the newlyweds place locks as a sign of their love and fidelity.
6. Gorky Park is one of the best Moscow parks. After its reconstruction, one of the most colorful places was the pond where a rare species of black-necked swans swims. You can rent a boat or catamaran to get a beautiful shot. Among other assets, a figurative illuminated fountain deserves special attention, against which very impressive wedding photographs are obtained.
7. Boring Garden
Preserved from a noble estate with the name “Neskuchnoe”. It is located on the right bank of the Moscow River and is often considered as part of the cultural park named after. Gorky. The garden has a huge number of interesting places for a photo shoot. One of them, for example, is a huge wooden arch.
8. Bagration Bridge
A modern and youthful place, characterized by the absence of people and a beautiful hi-tech view of Moscow City. By the way, in winter the bridge is heated, so you can take photos here without outerwear. You can also take interesting photos on the territory of the center itself; the abundance of glass and glare will allow you to make your photos as creative as possible.
9. The Ostankino Estate Museum - a delightful palace that once belonged to Count Sheremetyev, was built back in the 18th century, but was able to preserve all the beauty and unique decoration of those times. On the territory of the estate there is a theater, the stage of which is an ideal place for a photo shoot of the newlyweds. Around the palace there is a small picturesque park area with linden alleys. In the park, be sure to take a photo against the backdrop of ancient decorative marble vases and statues.
10. Sparrow Hills
One of the most beautiful and picturesque places in the capital, offering a stunning panorama of the city. According to ancient legends, the Vorobyovy Gory is one of the “Seven Hills” on which Moscow stands. The vast territory of the park allows you to take beautiful and unusual pictures.
11. Reserve "Tsaritsyno"
The Tsaritsyn Palace is incredibly lush and atmospheric; after its reconstruction, the estate hosts theatrical on-site registrations with the possibility of organizing a photo shoot and a wedding walk. The interiors of the palace, made in red, white and gold colors, look organic in photographs and fit into the style of any traditional wedding. A large park with ponds and fountains gives the photographer even more opportunities to create original photographs.
12. VDNH
It is especially beautiful at the All-Russian Exhibition Center in the summer and spring - the time of flower beds and exhibitions. You should definitely visit distant corners, such as the Michurinsky Garden and the cascade of ponds. In addition, at the entrance to VDNH, on the left and right there are two amusement parks, the pearl of which remains the largest Ferris wheel in Moscow.
13. Sokolniki Park
From the point of view of a photo shoot in nature, there are quite a lot of options to choose from: various paths and paths in the shade of trees, benches, fountains. Large and small rose gardens can serve as interesting photo opportunities.
14. Vorontsovsky Park
The estate, which is located in the park, is one of the most valuable architectural monuments of the 18-19th century. The most picturesque place in the park is considered to be a unique cascade of ponds from which the Ramenka River flows. In summer and autumn, you can rent boats here and arrange an unforgettable wedding photo shoot against the backdrop of trees reflected in the water. The estate takes on an equally colorful appearance in winter.
15. Kolomenskoye is an ideal place for fans of Old Russian themes. The central alleys are always crowded, but a little away from the central part you can find a suitable place for a photo shoot at any time. Wooden log houses, wickerwork and beehives will add color.
16. Botanical Garden of Moscow State University "Apothecary Garden"
The largest botanical garden in Europe has the richest collections of plants representing the diverse flora of almost all continents and climatic zones of the globe. This is one of the most beautiful places in Moscow, which will become an amazing backdrop for romantic photos.
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