Romanov Palace Chambers in Zaryadye (Palaty Romanovykh v Zaryadye)

Romanov Palace Chambers in Zaryadye (Palaty Romanovykh v Zaryadye) Review

It's believed that Mikhail Romanov (1596-1645), the first tsar of the Romanov dynasty, was born in this house. Today the mansion houses a lovely museum devoted to the boyar lifestyle of the 16th and 17th centuries. Period clothing, furniture, and household items furnish the rooms, illustrating how the boyars lived. During the week the museum is generally open only to groups with advance reservations—these are typically throngs of school children—but if you ask, you may be allowed to join one of the groups. On Sunday the museum is open to the general public. Tours are available in English, but you must make reservations. The entrance is downstairs.