Shopping guide to Moscow

Since the fall of the Soviet Union, everything has changed in Moscow. And the Russian capital's shopping opportunities are no exception. Just about every major Western firm has an outlet here - from fashion boutiques to electronics giants. Souvenir shoppers are also well catered for, with lots of specialists shops.

This page is still under construction. We will shortly be putting up our own guide to shopping in Moscow, Russia, but in the meantime we recommend these sites as good sources of information about Moscow's shops.

Moscow Shopping - The New York Times Travel Section Guide to shopping in Moscow, Russia, from the travel writers of the New York Times, one of America's most respected newspapers.

Russia.com: Shopping information Short guide to shopping in Moscow, Russia, from a dedicated tourist website. Also some information about souvenirs.

WhereRussia: Shops and service Database of stores in Moscow in various categories, from books and maps to food shops, jewelers stores, fashion boutiques and souvenir sellers.

WayToRussia: Shopping Information about shopping in Moscow in various categories - books, food, etc. - compiled by this dedicated travelers' website.

Shopping - GO! Magazine: Moscow night & day Articles and information about Moscow shopping from this magazine run by Moscow's top English-language newspaper, The Moscow Times.

Wikipedia: State Universal Store Wikipedia entry on Moscow's most famous store - GUM, located opposite the Kremlin on Red Square and now a high-end department store.

How to Shop at GUM in Moscow - eHow.com Guide to what to see, what to buy, and other useful tips for getting the most out of your visit to GUM on Red Square in Moscow, Russia.