The collection includes the throne of Boris Godunov, which is embellished with over 2,000 precious stones and pearls.
The Armoury holds the largest collection of 17th-century English silverware in the world.
The ivory throne of Ivan the Terrible is decorated with intricately carved bone plates depicting scenes from the Bible and classical mythology.
The museum houses the carriage used by Empress Elizabeth Petrovna, which is notable for its intricate gilded carvings.
It contains the steel helmet of Prince Yaroslav Vsevolodovich, considered one of the oldest and most significant pieces of early Russian armor.
The collection includes a massive 16th-century iron-clad chest used to transport the Tsar's treasury.
The display includes the actual coronation robes of several Russian monarchs, preserving textiles that are over 300 years old.
The exhibition features a collection of diplomatic gifts from the Swedish and Danish courts given to Russian Tsars.
Several exhibits feature horse harnesses decorated with gold and jewels that were designed for state processions.
The museum showcases the unique 'double' throne created for the young co-tsars Peter I and Ivan V, which features a hidden compartment for a prompter.
The Armoury Chamber is a treasury-museum located within the Moscow Kremlin complex, housing the core collection of the Russian State Regalia. Its extensive displays span the 4th to the early 20th centuries, focusing on items crafted in Kremlin workshops and foreign diplomatic gifts. The collection features over 4,000 items, including the Monomakh Cap, royal thrones, and coronation dresses. It preserves an unrivaled collection of Faberge eggs, silver tableware, and ancient armaments. The museum serves as a repository for historical artifacts reflecting the continuity of Russian statehood. It occupies a 19th-century building designed by architect Konstantin Thon.
The exterior facade of the 1851 Konstantin Thon building facing the Borovitskaya Tower.
Book tickets online well in advance, as visitor numbers are strictly capped for every entry period.
Pick up the provided audio guide upon entry to understand the specific historical context of the royal regalia.
Check your large bags at the mandatory cloakroom before entering the exhibit halls.
Do not attempt to purchase tickets at the entrance on the day of the visit, as they are typically sold out.
Closed on Thursdays.
Photography is strictly prohibited inside the exhibition halls; maintain a quiet demeanor.
