VAO — Eastern
VAO — Moscow’s Eastern Okrug: Izmaylovo Park, Sokolniki, Preobrazhenskaya Ploshchad, and strong transport links to the centre.
The Eastern Administrative Okrug combines large parks — Izmaylovo and Sokolniki — with dense residential areas and a developing business cluster near Preobrazhenskaya Ploshchad. The Izmaylovsky Kremlin and the Moskvoretsky farmer’s market sit inside the district as well.
Companionship in VAO is most often booked for walking-tourism programmes (Izmaylovsky Kremlin and the park), corporate events at the Izmaylovo hotel complex, and business lunches around Preobrazhenka and Sokolniki. The district is convenient for guests arriving via Kursk or Kazan stations.
It takes around 20 minutes on the metro from Preobrazhenskaya Ploshchad to the Kremlin — which makes VAO a suitable accommodation-and-meeting point for mid-budget guests still close to the business centre.
Companions in VAO — Eastern
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Where events typically take place
- Izmaylovo Park and Izmaylovsky Kremlin
- Izmaylovo Hotel Complex
- Moskvoretsky farmer’s market
- Sokolniki Park — northern section
- Business centres around Preobrazhenskaya Ploshchad
Frequently asked questions
Is VAO suitable for tourism companionship?
Yes — the Izmaylovsky Kremlin, Izmaylovo Park with its ponds and apiary, and the historical souvenir rows make a coherent half-day itinerary. A companion-guide accompanies clients through this route.
Are there suitable hotels in VAO?
The Izmaylovo Hotel Complex is the largest by room count in Moscow, with four buildings of different tiers — convenient for delegations and group arrivals.
How long is the trip from Preobrazhenka to CAO?
Around 20 minutes on the red Sokolnicheskaya line, 25–35 minutes by car depending on the hour.
Can a business lunch be arranged in VAO?
Yes — the restaurant cluster around Preobrazhenskaya Ploshchad and the Izmaylovo Hotel Complex suits meetings with exhibition guests and corporate lunches.