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Economy car rental in Moscow

The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Moscow are: Chevrolet Matiz, Hyundai Accent, Renault Modus, Suzuki Swift, Toyota Yaris, Toyota Auris and others.

When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Russia vary from 100 to 1.000 euro/dollars. Check the rental conditions of each car in your selection to find a vehicle with a minimum deposit.

If your routes in Russia are foreseen to pass through hilly areas or mountains, it is not recommended to consider very small cars for rental. Their engines are usually insufficient for a confident driving on the roads with long or steep climbs.

At the rental office in Moscow, consider to take a 'Breakdown Assistance' package or ask an officer for a contact data to use in case of a vehicle breakdown. Cheap cars are sometimes unpredictable in operation.

Upon receipt of the rental invoice, please check that all the information, as well as the final payment amount do match the data in your voucher.

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Driving Advices for Russia – Traffic Regulations and Road Usage Peculiarities

Despite an impressive number of cyclists, there are no special lanes for this type of transport in Russia. There are rather wide sidewalks along some roads, so these sidewalks are used by both cyclists and pedestrians. In places with no sidewalks, cyclists have to move on the same road with public transport, trucks, and cars.

Don’t forget to be particularly careful when driving on the road with public transport. You should not overtake buses and trolley buses, if they have stopped to load and unload passengers. While driving, it is better to stay as far away from the fixed-run taxis as possible as they can load and unload passengers in the most unexpected places.

By default, the extreme right lane is intended for public transport, but this rule is widely neglected by ordinary motorists and bus drivers. The extreme left lane is usually reserved for special service vehicles, and it may be used only for overtaking purposes, but this rule is also neglected by many vehicles.

Rental, parking and other info on Moscow - Airport Domodedovo

Such major international companies as Avis, Sixt and Hertz provide their vehicle rental services at the airport. The car rental counters are open from 9 a.m. to 9 (or 10) p.m. On weekends, they start working at 10 a.m. A rental car can be returned at any time. The companies have numbers for service pre-appointment, so that their clients may collect a car after hours at night. Moreover, the hotline numbers of the firms are given on the website of the airport and at the information desks. The companies offer unlimited mileage to their customers.

The information desks of the car rental firms are placed in the international arrival area, on the first floor of the passenger terminal. In order to get to the car rental counters, one should leave the baggage claim hall and turn right. The counters are positioned at Exit 1 from the terminal. Passengers arriving at the domestic arrival area should proceed to the international arrival area so as to hire a vehicle.

There are also the representative offices of such regional companies as Rent Motors and Tis Car at the airport. The companies operate from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., without days off. The firms limit daily mileage. When concluding a rental agreement, the car rental companies will charge a registration fee, an insurance fee, local taxes, and an airport fee. Besides, a deposit will be frozen on the client's card. The driver should be aged 21 or over. To register a rental agreement, such standard documents as an identity card and a driver's license as well as a bank card will be required.

There are several car parks of various types at the airport. These include the VIP car park next to the terminal (P-VIP); car parks P1, P2 and P3, which are the closest ones to the terminal; car parks P3-P5 and P8, situated within walking distance. A bus transports travellers to car parks P6 and P7. These distant car parks are the economy ones. The first 15 minutes of parking are free in car parks P1, P3, P5, P6, and P7.

The number of hotels is nestled in the vicinity of the airport. They are the Airhotel Domodedovo (provides a transfer service to the airport), the Airhotel Express, the Hotel Planernaya, and the Assorti (provides a transfer service to the airport). Read all...

Sightseeing of Moscow, Russia

Moscow: topics

The Moscow Kremlin and the Red Square remain the main symbols of the Russian capital. The Kremlin building was constructed in the 12th century and served as the main defensive structure. For several hundred years, it was repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt, while the Red Square witnessed a number of important historical events. Since the construction of the Kremlin, important public gatherings, fairs, and celebrations have been held here. Today the capital's main square is a favorite walking place among local residents and guests of Moscow.

The capital is famous for its modern architectural monuments, including the famous "Moscow City" Business Center. It is a complex of skyscrapers featuring the original futuristic design. The height of the main building reaches 235 meters. It's nice to admire the high-rise buildings on a sunny day when their mirror facades reflect the sun's rays.

One of the capital's most recognizable religious sights is the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. It was built at the beginning of the 19th century soon after the end of the Patriotic War of 1812. The construction of the temple lasted more than forty years. In the post-revolutionary period, the cathedral was completely destroyed, and it was decided to erect the Palace of Soviets on its site. The city authorities began the reconstruction of the religious monument in 1994, and in three years the cathedral was finally open to the public.
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