Bunker-42 on Taganka
About This Museum
Everyone comes to Bunker-42 for the same reason: to feel the spine-tingling thrill of descending 65 meters underground into a once-secret Soviet world. You're not just walking through a museum; you're stepping back into the heart of the Cold War, where the air is cool and the weight of history is palpable. The narrow, echoing corridors and massive blast doors make the paranoia of that era feel incredibly immediate. It’s an utterly unique and slightly unnerving experience that sticks with you long after you've resurfaced into the Moscow sunlight.
Collection Highlights
The absolute must-see is a simulated nuclear missile launch procedure in the main command room—it's both fascinating and chilling. You can also get hands-on with old communication equipment and marvel at the decommissioned engineering machinery that was meant to keep people alive for months.
Visitor Information
Book your tour online ahead of time, as they often sell out, and be prepared for a lot of stairs. It's definitely cool down there year-round, so bring a sweater even in summer.
Architecture & Building
From the outside, it's just an unassuming, almost invisible neoclassical building, but that's the point—the real marvel is the vast, labyrinthine complex hidden deep beneath it, built to withstand a direct hit.
Contact & Location
Address: 115172, Таганский район, Москва, Центральный федеральный округ, Россия
Phone: +7 499 703-44-55
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