Previously, on the site of Lefortovo there was a settlement with foreigners who settled here after the Livonian War. This settlement on the banks of the Yauza River was looted by the Poles during the reign of False Dmitry II. Gradually, it was here that something like an “embassy” suburb of Moscow developed.

The creation of the garden and park ensemble began in the 18th century. All construction was concentrated in the hands of Fyodor Alekseevich Golovin. Thanks to his efforts, the Lefortovo Park was created, which resembles the famous Versailles Ensemble. Since then, alleys and ponds have been preserved, as well as a gazebo of the 20th century in the style of classicism. And Paul I, who ascended the throne in 1796, gave the appearance of Lefortovo a military ceremonial style.

Now the Lefortovo estate is a place where residents and guests of the capital can attend interesting informative lectures. The hosts will be happy to tell their listeners about the stages of the emergence and subsequent development of the Lefortovo Palace and Park Ensemble, the periods of the reign of Peter I and Empress Elizabeth Petrovna, the charitable mission of Lefort himself and his entourage, the history of the emergence and disbandment of the Moscow Cadet Corps, the birth of the Russian Navy and many other fascinating topics, concerning the history of Russia. Among other events, interactive educational classes are held here, which are accompanied by a demonstration of visual materials, exhibits, photographs and videos of historical figures and events related to the estate.

Therefore, if you want to plunge into the coolness of the refreshing forest, without leaving Moscow, enjoy the cleanliness and freshness of the air, take some beautiful photos and walk around the places, where Peter I himself once visited — come here, to the Lefortovo estate, where everything is permeated with history.

In 2017, the park was closed for reconstruction: during this time, new tiles were laid, the stage was renovated and young trees were planted.