If you have a spare day or two and you’re happy to travel 30 miles, check out Sergiyev Posad. This happening destination offers up plenty of things to see and do. Among your first stops here should be Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, Refectory Church of St Sergius and Gefsimansky Chernigovsky Skit. Situated 60 miles away, Vladimir is another popular tourist destination. If you swing by, make sure you check out Vladimir Central Prison, Roman Catholic Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Rosary and Golden Gates of Vladimir.