Kremlin Armoury vs Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts
Quick answer
Kremlin Armoury and Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts are two of Moscow's essential museums — both art museums. Here is how they compare on admission, highlights, and time needed. World Museum Guide compares admission, highlights, and time needed side by side — both Kremlin Armoury and Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts have full visitor guides below.
Moscow, Russia
Kremlin Armoury
1,000 RUB standard admission
⏱ 1.5 hours
Moscow, Russia
Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts
500 RUB standard admission
⏱ 3–4 hours
Side by side
| Kremlin Armoury | Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Moscow, Russia | Moscow, Russia |
| Museum type | Art Museum | Art Museum |
| Admission | 1,000 RUB standard admission | 500 RUB standard admission |
| Free entry | — | — |
| Time needed | 1.5 hours | 3–4 hours |
| Closed | Thursdays | Mondays |
| Standout works | Imperial Coronation Egg; Cap of Monomakh | Blue Dancers; Self-Portrait |
| Good for | History Enthusiasts, Art Lovers | Art Lovers, History Enthusiasts, First-timers |
Facts from our verified data file (last verified 2026-06-30) — confirm on each museum's official site before travelling.
Choose Kremlin Armoury if…
Choose Kremlin Armoury for Imperial Coronation Egg and Cap of Monomakh — admission is 1,000 RUB standard admission. Allow 1.5 hours.
Choose Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts if…
Choose Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts for Blue Dancers and Self-Portrait — admission is 500 RUB standard admission. Allow 3–4 hours.
Visiting both
Both are in Moscow. Their suggested visits (1.5 hours and 3–4 hours) fit into one full day if you start early. Note closures: Kremlin Armoury closes on Thursdays; Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts closes on Mondays.
Kremlin Armoury guide → Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts guide →