All Moscow City towers: names, heights, floors, and what's inside

Moscow City is one of the most recognizable business districts in the world. The towers of Moscow City rise above Presnenskaya Embankment and form the unique skyline of the Russian capital. Today, more than ten towers and complexes have been built in Moscow City — each with its own history, architecture, and infrastructure. This article provides a complete list of all Moscow City towers with names, heights, floor counts, and descriptions of what is inside.

How many towers are there in Moscow City

Construction of the Moscow International Business Center “Moscow City” began in 1998. A total of 23 buildings were planned for the district. As of today, 11 towers and complexes have been completed and put into operation. All Moscow City towers are located along Presnenskaya and Krasnopresnenskaya embankments, just a few minutes from the Kremlin.

The towers of Moscow City house offices for large and medium-sized businesses, residential apartments, hotels, restaurants, retail stores, and entertainment venues. Each tower in the district is a self-contained vertical city with its own infrastructure.

List of all Moscow City towers: from tallest to shortest

1. Federation Complex — the tallest tower in Moscow City

Address: Presnenskaya Embankment, 12 Construction 2003–2017 East Tower height 374 m | West Tower height 242 m East Tower floors 95 above ground | West Tower height 62 above ground Total area 443,000 m² Elevators 67 | Parking spaces 874 Architects Sergey Choban and Peter Schweger

Federation Tower is the main skyscraper of Moscow City and the second-tallest building in Europe. The complex consists of two towers built on a shared podium: the tall East Tower and the West Tower. From 2014 to 2017, Federation Tower was the tallest skyscraper in Europe — this status was officially confirmed by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH).

At the foundation of Federation Tower lies a unique concrete slab — the record for the largest continuous concrete pour was entered into the Guinness Book of Records. The complex also became the first in Russia to implement the TWIN elevator system: two cabins in one shaft, with speeds up to 6–8 m/s. Federation Tower has 67 elevators — more than Dubai’s Burj Khalifa.

The East Tower houses offices, the PANORAMA360 observation deck on the 89th floor (327 meters), and the F-375 office penthouseon floors 93–95: a three-level space of 2,642 m² beneath a 14-meter glass dome. the highest office in Europe — located at a height of 360–370 meters above ground. The West Tower contains apartments, the “NEBO” fitness club with the highest swimming pool in Europe on the 61st floor, and the Sixty restaurant on the 62nd floor.

Federation Tower is the Grand Prix winner of the International Property Awards in the category “Best Property in the World” (2019).

2. OKO Tower — the highest skating rink in Europe

Address: 1st Krasnogvardeysky Passage, 21/2 Construction 2011–2016 South Tower height 354 m | North Tower height 254 m South Tower floors 85 | North Tower height 49 Total area 249,600 m² Elevators 30 | Parking spaces 3 740 Architect Skidmore, Owings & Merrill

OKO Tower is one of the most modern complexes in Moscow City. The name stands for “United by Crystal Foundations.” The complex includes South and North towers, each offering premium offices and apartments.

On the roof of the South Tower is the highest skating rink in Europe. The tower also contains one of the highest restaurants in Europe and the largest conference hall in Moscow. OKO Tower is chosen by companies that value modern infrastructure and record-breaking features within one building.

3. Mercury City Tower — the golden skyscraper of Moscow City

Address: 1st Krasnogvardeysky Passage, 15 Construction 2009–2013 Height 340 m Elevators: 75 above ground, 5 underground Total area 173,960 m² Elevators 29 | Parking spaces 437 Architects Frank Williams, Mikhail Posokhin, Gennady Sirota

Mercury Tower is one of the most recognizable skyscrapers in Moscow City. Its golden-orange façade and architectural form resembling an intergalactic spaceship make Mercury a signature landmark of the district. The tower is among the tallest buildings in Europe.

A distinctive technical feature of Mercury Tower is its double independent reinforced concrete frame, providing additional earthquake resistance. The building is known for its high structural reliability and advanced engineering systems.

4. Eurasia Tower — East and West in one skyscraper

Address: Presnenskaya Embankment, 2 Construction 2007–2014 Height 309 m Elevators: 72 above ground, 5 underground Total area 207,542 m² Parking spaces 1 000 Investment 250 000 000 $

Eurasia Tower is located on Plot 12 of Moscow City. The concept of the tower reflects a synthesis of Western prestige and Eastern sophistication — hence the name. The skyscraper is equipped with a “smart building” system that ensures uninterrupted automatic operation of all engineering systems.

5. Evolution Tower — the spiral skyscraper

Address: Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment, 12, Building 2 Construction 2011–2015 Height 255 m Elevators: 53 Total area 153,891 m² Elevators 22 | Parking spaces 1 292 Architect Tony Kettle

Evolution Tower is one of the most visually striking towers in Moscow City. Architect Tony Kettle was inspired by Auguste Rodin’s sculpture “The Kiss” when creating the twisted silhouette of the tower. The façade reflects the sky and clouds — on sunny days the building resembles a giant LCD screen broadcasting the living sky of Moscow.

6. City of Capitals Complex — two capitals in one project

Address: Presnenskaya Embankment, 8, Building 1 Construction 2005–2009 Moscow Tower height 275 m | Saint Petersburg 235 m Moscow Tower floors 73 | Saint Petersburg 62 Total area 286,680 m² Architect Erick van Egeraat

The City of Capitals complex is a multifunctional project consisting of two towers: Moscow and Saint Petersburg, connected by an 18-story podium and dome structure. The Moscow Tower entered the world’s top ten skyscrapers according to Emporis Standards, and in 2012 the complex ranked first among Europe’s most popular skyscrapers according to SkyscraperCity.

The towers contain both office premises and residential apartments with panoramic views of Moscow.

7. Imperia Business Complex

Address: Presnenskaya Embankment, 6, Building 2 Construction 2006–2011 Height 239 m Elevators: 60 Total area 203,191 m² Elevators 30 | Parking spaces 349 Architect NBBJ

Imperia Tower is a multifunctional business complex with a unique architectural design that organically fits into the overall appearance of Moscow City. The complex is oriented toward medium-sized businesses, offering office spaces at relatively moderate prices for a business center of this level.

All premises in Imperia Tower feature large panoramic windows with city views. On the 58th floor there is the Imperia observation deck.

8. Naberezhnaya Tower Complex — the pioneer of Moscow City

Address: Presnenskaya Embankment, 10 Construction 2003–2007 Height of Tower C: 268 m Tower B 127 m Tower A 85 m Tower C floors 60 | Tower B 27 | Tower A 17 Architects Vekhbi Inan, Oldzhay Ostyurk

Naberezhnaya Tower Complex was one of the first completed projects in Moscow City. Despite the name, the complex consists not of one tower but of three, designed in a high-tech style. Due to the unusual triangular shape, the towers appear flat from certain angles — without visible volume or thickness.

Tower C was the tallest building in Europe before the construction of the City of Capitals complex. Investments in the project reached $200,000,000. Today, almost all spaces in the complex are sold or leased.

9. IQ Quarter Multifunctional Complex

Address: Presnenskaya Embankment, 10, Building 2 Construction 2010–2016 Tower 3 height 169 m Tower 2 height 135 m Tower 1 height 85 m Elevators: 42 / 33 / 21 Total area 228,000 m² Elevators 45 | Parking spaces 716 Architects G.L. Sirota, Michael de Bernardi

IQ Quarter is a multifunctional complex consisting of three buildings with a shared ground floor, located on Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment. The panoramic windows use soundproofing technologies. The complex has convenient access to major transport routes and is within walking distance of three metro stations: Mezhdunarodnaya, Delovoy Tsentr, and Vystavochnaya.

10. Northern Tower — the cruise liner of Moscow City

Address: 10 Testovskaya Street Construction 2005–2008 Height 108 m Elevators: 27 Total area 135,000 m² Elevators 23 | Parking spaces 674

Northern Tower is recognizable by its decorative P-shaped metal structures on the façade. The appearance of the building resembles a cruise liner. The main feature of the tower is its atrium, recognized as the tallest in Europe. The glass dome above the atrium provides natural sunlight throughout the interior space. The exterior is finished with natural granite and colored glass.

11. Tower 2000 — the first skyscraper of Moscow City

Address: Tarasa Shevchenko Embankment, 23A Construction 1998–2001 Height 104 m Elevators: 34 Total area 61,057 m² Elevators 10 | Parking spaces 401 Architect Boris Tkhor

Tower 2000 is historically the first skyscraper built on the territory of the modern Moscow International Business Center. Unlike the other City towers, it stands on the right bank of the Moskva River, near the Kremlin. The futuristic Bagration Bridge connects the tower to the main part of the business district. The façade is clad with structured granite, giving the building a distinctive sky-blue оттенок.

FAQ about Moscow City towers

How many towers are there in Moscow City?

As of today, 11 towers and complexes have been completed and put into operation in Moscow City. A total of 23 buildings are planned — construction of the business district is still ongoing.

Which is the tallest tower in Moscow City?

The tallest tower in Moscow City is the East Tower of the Federation Complex: 95 floors, height 374 meters. It is the second-tallest building in Europe after Lakhta Center in Saint Petersburg.

What are all the Moscow City towers called?

The Moscow City towers are: Federation (East and West), OKO (South and North), Mercury, Eurasia, Evolution, City of Capitals (Moscow and Saint Petersburg), Imperia, Naberezhnaya Tower, IQ Quarter, Northern Tower, and Tower 2000.

Which tower in Moscow City is the most beautiful?

According to international architectural rankings, Evolution Tower with its twisted spiral façade, Federation Tower — winner of the International Property Awards 2019, and Mercury Tower with its golden façade receive particularly high praise. Each tower in Moscow City is unique in its architectural design.

Is there residential property in Moscow City?

Yes, residential apartments are available in several Moscow City towers: the West Tower of Federation Complex, City of Capitals, and OKO. This is considered one of the most prestigious residential formats in Moscow.

Where is the highest office in Moscow-City located?

The highest office in Moscow-City—and in all of Europe—is located in the Federation Tower East: the F-375 office penthouse, situated on floors 93–95 at an altitude of 360–370 meters.

How to get to Moscow City towers

All towers in Moscow City are accessible by metro:

• Delovoy Tsentr station (MCC and Big Circle Line) — direct exit to the center of the district
• Vystavochnaya and Mezhdunarodnaya (Filyovskaya Line) — 5–7 minutes on foot to the towers

All Moscow City towers also have underground parking. The largest parking facility belongs to OKO Tower (3,740 spaces).

Briefly: what is important to know about Moscow City towers

• 11 towers and complexes have been completed in Moscow City, with 23 projects planned in total
• The tallest tower in the district is Federation East: 374 meters, 95 floors
• The towers contain offices, apartments, restaurants, observation decks, skating rinks, and swimming pools
• Three metro stations provide convenient access to all towers in the complex
• The flagship office property of the entire business district is the is the F-375 office penthouse in Federation East: the highest office in Europe located on the 95th floor beneath a glass dome

Learn more about the F-375 office penthouse in Federation Tower East — on the F-375.ru