St Anne's Viewing Tower: 150 Steps Above Warsaw's Old Town
The essentials: The viewing terrace on the bell tower of St Anne's Church at Krakowskie Przedmiescie 68 is reached by climbing 150 stone steps. Per the tower's official website, it opens daily with seasonal hours - longer in the May-October season - and tickets cost 15 zł normal and 10 zł reduced, with free entry for children under 4.
Photo: Scotch Mist, Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0). the bell tower of St Anne's Church; the banner advertises the viewing terrace.
The climb
The terrace sits atop the historic bell tower of St Anne's Church, at Krakowskie Przedmiescie 68 beside Castle Square. Reaching it means climbing 150 stone steps - the operator bills the view from the top as the most beautiful in Warsaw. The panorama takes in the Old Town, Castle Square and the Royal Route.
Opening hours
Per the tower's official website, hours depend on the season. From May to October the terrace opens Monday to Friday 10:00-21:00 and Saturday to Sunday 11:00-22:00. From October to May it opens Monday to Friday 10:00-18:00 and Saturday to Sunday 11:00-21:00.
Tickets
A normal ticket costs 15 zł and a reduced ticket 10 zł. The reduced rate covers children, pupils and students up to age 26 (students studying abroad with an ISIC card), and pensioners, against a valid document. Children under 4 enter free. There is no ticket presale; entries not listed in the price list are priced individually, and film crews need the owner's prior consent.
FAQ
How many steps are there to the St Anne's viewing tower in Warsaw?
150 stone steps, per the tower's official website.
How much is the St Anne's viewing terrace in Warsaw?
Per the official price list: 15 zł normal, 10 zł reduced (children, pupils, students to 26, pensioners), free for children under 4. No presale is offered.
What are the opening hours of the St Anne's viewing tower?
Seasonal. May-October: Mon-Fri 10:00-21:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-22:00. October-May: Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-21:00.
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