I always admire art, combined by collectors (Frick collection, Tretiakov collection :)) This is a definite must-see if you are in Moscow and love art. It consists entirely of Russian art ranging from 11th to 20th century. I am an absolute Kandinsky fan and always glad to get a chance to see his pieces. Oh, and the Tretyakov Gallery has one of my favorite paintings ever - "Bogatyrs" ("The epic heroes") by Vasnetsov. The painting is huge and I can sit there staring at it for hours! :)

Want to spend a good half day in a world class museum? Go to the Tretykov, and wander through the galleries. You can trace Russian History as you progress through the museum. Something for everyone, from busts, to landscapes, to portraits, to statues to icons. Rennaisance to modern. Very little in English, so either buy a guide book, or the audioguide, although it takes a lot longer to do the museum as you stop and listen to each recitation. A couple of blocks from the museum on 16 Pyatnitskaya (right across from the Novokuznetskaya Metro) is Uncle Vanya's Restaurant. Great Russian food, very reasonably priced. Menus in English, and great service. A local's favorite, save room for the Bliny's. Lunch at Uncle Vanya's and an afternoon at the Tretykov is a wonderful way to spend a day in Moscow.

I loved the art, it's interesting to trace the Russian art history from it's begginings to the recent history. The collection is excellent, take a guided tour if you get a chance, the audio tours are no match for the human interaction. Liked the atmosphere, very refreshing change from the stuffy, commercial establishments that most western museums have turned into. Take a walk to Kremlin through historic streets (will take you about 20 mins). Very neat location, some good eating places around. Loved it!