Russia is a country where you can enjoy comfortable cool weather (+20…+25°C) in summer while Gulf countries experience temperatures exceeding +45°C. Here your family will discover the world of white nights, majestic oceanariums, and halal-friendly hospitality. We’ve prepared two proven 7-day family itineraries — without fatigue and with maximum impressions.

Route 1: Moscow + Saint Petersburg

Days 1–3: Moscow — Capital of Contrasts

Moscow welcomes guests with the grandeur of the Kremlin and world-class modern entertainment. For families with children, a must-visit is Moskvarium at VDNKh — one of Europe’s largest oceanariums with more than 12,000 marine inhabitants. Water shows featuring orcas and dolphins, interactive master classes for children from 4 years old, and educational quests are held here.

Moscow Zoo — another place where children will spend an unforgettable day. In 2025, the infrastructure for families was modernized: renovated mother and baby rooms with ramps for strollers were opened, and the Children’s Zoo operates with a petting area where little ones can pet animals.

Where to stay: Four Seasons Hotel Moscow — a luxury hotel by the Kremlin walls with an indoor pool, spa center, and spacious family rooms. Staff is ready to arrange children’s menus and babysitting services upon request.

Days 4–7: Saint Petersburg — City of White Nights

Saint Petersburg from June through early July is enveloped in the magic of white nights — the sun doesn’t set below the horizon for almost 19 hours, and the city is immersed in romantic pink twilight. This is a unique experience that doesn’t exist anywhere in the Arab world.
For children, interactive tours are available at the Hermitage with riddles and quests, Saint Petersburg Oceanarium in the Planet Neptune shopping center, and science museums where everything can be touched [web:6]. The science museum GeniumPark offers shows with liquid nitrogen and real lightning — children will be thrilled. For teenagers, excursions to Kronstadt and to the «Island of Forts» are organized.

Where to stay: Grand Hotel Europe — a historic palace hotel on Nevsky Prospekt with suites and impeccable service. The location is ideal for walking with children in the city center.

Route 2: Kazan + Nature of Tatarstan

Days 1–4: Kazan — Heart of Russia’s Halal Hospitality

Kazan is Russia’s sixth-largest city and the country’s main halal tourism center. Most restaurants, cafes, and shops here offer halal products. This is a place where a Muslim family feels at home.

Be sure to visit the Kazan Kremlin — a UNESCO site with the magnificent Kul Sharif Mosque and children’s master classes on the premises. For children, the Kazan Oceanarium operates — an excellent family activity for half a day.

Where to stay: TASIGO Kazan Palace — an elite hotel with an indoor pool, spa, and several restaurants. Also suitable is Shalyapin Palace Hotel in the city center — a convenient base for walks along the pedestrian Bauman Street.

Days 5–7: Bolgar and Volga Nature

The ancient city of Bolgar — a UNESCO World Heritage site and spiritual shrine called the «Northern Mecca.» It was here in 922 that Islam was proclaimed the official religion of Volga Bulgaria — 66 years before the baptism of Rus. The museum «Memorial Sign» houses the world’s largest printed Quran, listed in the Guinness Book of Records.

The snow-white White Mosque of Bolgar amazes with its beauty and grandeur — an ideal place for family photos against the backdrop of Volga expanses.
For outdoor recreation, the halal glamping Halal Resort on the banks of the Kama 60 km from Kazan is suitable — family accommodation to halal standards surrounded by forests and river. There are also countryside clubs on the Volga with children’s playgrounds, beaches, and active recreation: paddleboard, kayak, and bicycle rentals.

Why Russia is Ideal for Families from Gulf Countries

• Cool weather: comfortable summer +20…+25°C instead of exhausting heat
• Halal infrastructure: certified hotels and restaurants, especially in Kazan and Tatarstan
• Unique phenomena: white nights in Petersburg — an experience impossible in southern latitudes
• Safety: developed infrastructure for families, mother and baby rooms, children’s programs
• Luxury: world-class hotels with pools, spas, and personal concierge service

Start Planning Today

The Vizit Russia service will help organize your family trip without stress. Apply for a visa online, book verified family-friendly hotels, and choose a ready-made tour with a Russian-speaking guide — all in one place. Save this itinerary in our app and set off for unforgettable experiences with your children.