Lenin’s Mausoleum stands on Red Square, beside the Kremlin wall, and holds the preserved remains of the Bolshevik leader. The visit offers a direct encounter with a defining figure of Soviet history, in a quiet interior where visitors are expected to remain silent and move along promptly. Stalin and other notable figures are buried nearby. Entry is free, and the mausoleum is open to visitors on selected days; check the current schedule before planning your Red Square walk.
The mausoleum on Red Square
Lenin’s Mausoleum is at the foot of the Kremlin wall on Red Square. Lenin’s preserved remains have been on display there since 1924. The mausoleum is part of a square that also includes St Basil’s Cathedral, the State Historical Museum and GUM.
Paying your respects
The interior is treated as a place for quiet respect. Photography is not allowed inside, and visitors are expected to remain silent and keep moving. Stalin and other notable figures are buried nearby. The mausoleum has free admission.
FAQ
Is entry to Lenin’s Mausoleum free?
Yes. Admission is free, and no ticket is needed.
Can you take photos inside Lenin’s Mausoleum?
No. Photography is prohibited inside, but it is allowed outside.
Where is Lenin’s Mausoleum?
It is on Red Square in Moscow, at the foot of the Kremlin wall. The queue forms near the square’s western corner, by the entrance to Alexander Garden.
When is Lenin’s Mausoleum open?
It is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 1 pm. It is closed on Monday and Friday.
