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Walking Tour of Moscow's Street Art
Get to know your city from a different perspective with your loved one as you admire the vibrant hues and themes of Moscow's street art. This walking date provides an opportunity to walk side by side, share insights about the artwork, and take cool photos together for memories.
- Imagine waking up on a beautiful sunny day and planning a unique date that costs nothing. You and your partner step out, holding hands, to stroll the streets of Moscow in your casual, comfortable outfits. You map out a route together that takes you through different neighborhoods, each one revealing a unique piece of vibrant street art. From graffiti walls to intricate murals, each piece of art tells a story that you can share your interpretations of.
- You stop by a mural that particularly captures your fancy, take turns posing with it, and snap photos. It's a playful, enjoyable moment that makes you feel like a pair of adventurous tourists in your own city. The laughter, shared insights, joy, and marvel at the creativity around you, all contribute in knitting your bond stronger.
- As the sun sets, you end your date by relaxing on a park bench, perhaps reminiscing about the day with a soft drink in hand and planning the next leg of your street art exploration date. You go home with not only beautiful pictures but also priceless memories and a greater understanding of each other's aesthetic preferences.
Preparation steps:
- Preparing for this date is pretty simple. First, do a little online research on where you can see some of the best street art in Moscow. There are plenty of blogs and articles for that. Then, plot these locations on your city map to get a visual representation of where you'll be going. This step also helps you plan your walking route efficiently to cover as many artworks as possible.
- Choose an outfit thatโs comfortable and suitable for an outdoor walk. Be sure to check the day's weather forecast to dress appropriately. Since it's summer, you can wear sunglasses and a hat to protect yourselves from the sun. Also, don't forget to carry refillable water bottles to stay hydrated.
- Lastly, ensure your phone or camera has enough battery and space to capture all those colorful surprises that await you. It might also be worth bringing a portable phone charger if you have one.
Some tips:
- Remember, you're not just sightseeing but trying to understand what the artist may have intended to say with the work, so take some time to appreciate and discuss each piece. Itโs okay if you both have different interpretations, that's what art is about. Itโs also what can lead to interesting conversations.
- Since itโs a walking tour, it might be tempting to do it all at once, but donโt rush. Take breaks whenever you notice a cafรฉ or a public park on your route. This helps refresh you both, and such places can sometimes house some hidden gems of street art.
- Street art isn't always in predictable places. Look up and look down. Some of the coolest art can appear on shutters, hidden down side streets or spread across rooftops. Keep your eyes peeled!
Recommended locations:
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Bol'shaya Novodmitrovskaya Ulitsa, 36, Moscow, Russia, 127015
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