# State Tretyakov Gallery — Moscow, Russia

> Pavel Tretyakov began collecting Russian art in 1856 with the dream of a national gallery; he donated the entire collection to the city of Moscow in 1892.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
- Admission: 700 RUB standard admission
- Address: Lavrushinsky Lane, 10, Moscow, 119017
- Time needed: 2–3 hours
- Official website: https://www.tretyakovgallery.ru/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- The Trinity — Andrei Rublev · c. 1410–1420
- Boyarynya Morozova — Vasily Surikov · 1887
- The Appearance of Christ Before the People — Alexander Ivanov · 1837–1857
- Morning in a Pine Forest — Ivan Shishkin and Konstantin Savitsky · 1889

## FAQ
**Is there a separate building for twentieth-century art?**
Yes, the New Tretyakov on Krymsky Val displays Soviet and contemporary Russian art.

**How long does a visit take?**
Plan two to three hours for the main building.

**How long should I spend at State Tretyakov Gallery?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is State Tretyakov Gallery best known for?**
Pavel Tretyakov began collecting Russian art in 1856 with the dream of a national gallery; he donated the entire collection to the city of Moscow in 1892. Key highlights include The Trinity by Andrei Rublev, Boyarynya Morozova by Surikov, The Apparition of Christ Before the People by Ivanov.

**How do I get tickets for State Tretyakov Gallery?**
700 RUB standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.tretyakovgallery.ru/en/

**Is Rublev's Trinity always on display?**
Yes — it is permanently displayed in a dedicated case in the icon gallery. Viewing may be briefly interrupted during conservation checks.

**How does Tretyakov compare to the Russian Museum in St Petersburg?**
Both are essential — Tretyakov is Moscow's equivalent, with overlapping but distinct collections. Tretyakov is stronger on icons and the Itinerants.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/tretyakov-gallery/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.