Exhibition of achievements of national economy

When you visit Moscow's Ostankinsky District, you can step into the Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy, commonly known as VDNKh. This expansive permanent trade show and amusement park spans over two million square meters—a footprint larger than Monaco—and forms a united park complex alongside the Moscow Botanical Garden and Ostankino Park. As you explore its network of avenues and roughly 400 buildings, you will uncover Soviet-era history, stunning architecture, and modern attractions.

Walk down the central avenue to marvel at historic landmarks, including the central pavilion and famous features like "The Stone Flower" and "Fraternity of peoples" fountains. Outside the main entrance, you will see Cosmonauts Alley alongside Vera Mukhina's iconic 25-meter Worker and Kolkhoz Woman statue atop a constructivist pavilion. Inside the grounds, head to Industrial Square near the Cosmos hall to view a Vostok rocket alongside a reassembled Russian space shuttle.

You can also enjoy new museum spaces, a Landscape Park, and public electric transport across the grounds. If you visit during the winter months, you can experience the site as it converts into a main Skating Rink, offering a unique seasonal spectacle.

What to see at Exhibition of achievements of national economy

• The 25-meter Worker and Kolkhoz Woman statue near the main entrance
• The Vostok rocket and reassembled Russian space shuttle at Industrial Square
• The restored Stone Flower and Fraternity of Peoples fountains
• The Landscape Park and modern museum exhibition spaces
• The main winter Skating Rink conversion

Visiting tips

You can easily reach and navigate this vast park complex using the VDNKh subway station, the Moscow Monorail, or the on-site public electric transport.

How long: Half to full day · Best time: Winter

How to get there & what’s nearby

Exhibition of achievements of national economy is easy to reach on Moscow’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts and Tsar Cannon. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Moscow travel guide.