White House (Moscow)
Church Russian government building, seat of Moscow city administration
Moscow’s White House (the Russian government building on Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment) is known for its role in post-Soviet politics and the 1993 constitutional crisis; tourists view it from the riverside and nearby parks.
The White House in Moscow is the common name for the House of the Government of the Russian Federation, a principal government office building on the Moskva River embankment in central Moscow. It functions as the administrative seat for the Russian government.
The building is widely known for its central role in the 1993 constitutional crisis, when it was the focal point of an armed confrontation and was heavily damaged by shelling before being repaired and returned to government use.
The White House stands on Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment on the riverfront in Moscow, within the city center and near the Krasnopresnenskaya/Belorusskaya areas of the capital.
- Viewing tip: Public access to the building itself is restricted because it houses government offices; exterior views are best from the opposite Moskva River embankment.
How to Get to White House (Moscow) #
The White House sits on the northern side of the Moskva River near the Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment; the nearest metro stations are Barrikadnaya and Krasnopresnenskaya. Public approach is to the embankment; entry into government premises is restricted.
Tips for Visiting White House (Moscow) #
- Do not attempt to enter the White House grounds without appropriate authorization - security is strict and access is limited to official visitors.
- The building is most famous for the 1993 constitutional crisis; historical photos and accounts can be viewed in Moscow museums for context.
- View the building from the adjacent Krymsky or Prechistenskaya embankments for unobstructed photography.
Best Time to Visit White House (Moscow) #
Best visited from the outside at any time of year; interior access is generally restricted for security reasons.
Weather & Climate near White House (Moscow) #
White House (Moscow)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (682 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 87 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
