Cosmonauts Alley

Cosmonauts Alley is a pedestrian zone with numerous bronze busts and monuments representing key figures from the Soviet and Russian space programs. It connects various memorials and creates a unified space dedicated to the history of space exploration.

The alley was established in 1967, marking a period of major advances in Soviet space exploration during the Space Race. It was created as a response to the technological achievements of early space research.

The bronze sculptures along the path show Soviet space pioneers like Yuri Gagarin, Valentina Tereshkova, and Sergei Korolyov. They reflect how important space exploration became to Russian identity and culture.

The alley is located near Ostankinsky metro station and is easy to reach on foot, with well-paved pathways that are simple to navigate. The area is accessible year-round and offers several spots to sit and rest.

A Solar System scale model installed in 2008 lets visitors understand the distances and sizes of planets in a tangible way. This educational feature adds a learning dimension to the walk through the space.

Location: Ostankinsky District

Location: Moscow

Inception: 1967

Part of: Monument to the Conquerors of Space

GPS coordinates: 55.82130,37.63948

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:42