Gdańsk: Olivia Star Sky-High Views, Dinner, and Cocktails

Pizza tastes better 130 meters up. Olivia Star combines the highest viewpoint in Gdańsk with a relaxed meal, a cocktail, and a glass of Prosecco in Olivia Garden. I like the sweeping views across the Tricity, Gdańsk Bay, and Hel Peninsula, and I like that the package gives you more than a quick lookout stop. You get food and drinks as part of the visit.

I also like the change of mood between the warm tropical garden and the open views above the city. The main drawback is its location in the Olivia business district, away from Gdańsk’s Old Town, so the trip makes more sense if you have at least three nights in the city or want to see a different part of the Tricity.

Key points at a glance

• 130 meters above Gdańsk: Enjoy pizza and a cocktail on the 32nd floor of Northern Poland’s tallest building.
• 4,000 tropical plants: Olivia Garden fills more than 800 square meters with plants from four continents.
• Three-part experience: Your package includes the garden, a Prosecco welcome drink, and a meal with a cocktail upstairs.
• Big Tricity views: From the observation floor, you can look across Gdańsk, Sopot, Gdynia, Gdańsk Bay, and toward the Hel Peninsula.
• Good value at $43: The price covers admission, drinks, dinner, and the viewpoint rather than just a lift ride.
• Easy, independent visit: This is not a guided group tour. You visit the included spaces at your own pace.

Olivia Star gives you a different side of Gdańsk

Most first-time visits to Gdańsk focus on the Old Town, the Motława waterfront, and the city’s historic streets. Olivia Star offers a useful change of scene. It takes you to the modern Olivia business district, where the city’s newer identity is easier to see.

The building reaches 32 floors and about 130 meters above ground. From the observation level, you can pick out the broad shape of the Tricity, the connected urban area formed by Gdańsk, Sopot, and Gdynia. On a clear day, the view extends across Gdańsk Bay toward the Hel Peninsula.

I find this especially useful early in a stay. Looking down from above helps you understand how the three cities fit together. You can also get a better sense of the distance between the historic center, the coast, and the northern parts of the metropolitan area.

This is not a walking tour, and nobody leads you from landmark to landmark. Think of it as a self-guided city view paired with dinner and drinks. That distinction matters if you are hoping to meet a group or hear a running commentary. You will instead have a flexible visit centered on scenery, food, and atmosphere.

Start with Prosecco among tropical plants

Your visit begins at the Olivia Star reception. From there, you enter Olivia Garden, an indoor tropical garden covering more than 800 square meters. Around 4,000 plants from four continents create a lush setting with palms and other exotic species.

The garden is not huge, but that is part of its appeal. You are not committing to a long botanical visit. It is a compact, pleasant stop where you can slow down before heading upstairs. The warm plant-filled room also gives the experience a clear sense of occasion, especially compared with the glass, steel, and offices around the building.

The package includes a glass of Prosecco in the garden. This is a simple touch, but it helps turn the visit into an evening out rather than a basic observation-deck ticket. You can sit with your drink, look around the plants, and take your time before the meal.

A small practical point: make sure the welcome drink is offered when you arrive. One booking experience included the garden entry but missed the complimentary Prosecco because no one greeted the customer at the open entrance. Staff generally speak fluent English and have been described as friendly, but it is still sensible to confirm what your package includes at reception.

The 32nd-floor viewpoint is the main event

After Olivia Garden, you head to the 32nd floor for the observation experience. The height is the reason to come, but the view gains value from the setting. You are not looking at one isolated monument. You are seeing the wider Tricity area, the bay, and the peninsula beyond.

The exact quality of the view depends on the weather. On a clear day, you can expect the best chance of recognizing major points across the urban area and coast. Cloud, haze, or rain will naturally reduce the distance you can see, so check the forecast if the view is your top reason for booking.

The observation floor is also a good place to get your bearings before sightseeing elsewhere. Gdańsk can feel like several separate destinations, especially if you are moving between the Old Town, the coast, Sopot, and Gdynia. From Olivia Star, the layout becomes much easier to understand.

The building provides a 360-degree view of the city, according to the package description. The most memorable part for many people is the combination of height and water: the city below, Gdańsk Bay in the distance, and the Hel Peninsula stretching away from the coast.

Allow yourself time at the windows before settling down to eat. The meal is included, but the view is the part you cannot replace with an ordinary restaurant reservation.

Pizza and a cocktail at 130 meters

On the 32nd floor, you receive your choice of an Italian pizza and a cocktail. The pizza is described as a medium size in one account, so it is best understood as a personal dinner rather than a large meal for sharing. The food has earned especially strong praise for taste and quality.

That makes the package a good fit for a casual evening. You get something more substantial than snacks, but the meal remains easy and informal. Pizza also suits the setting. You can enjoy the view without the formality or long pace of a fine-dining meal.

The cocktail is another important part of the package. It is served upstairs, where the view gives the drink its sense of place. The cocktails have been praised for their quality, and some people choose to stay for extra drinks after the included one. Additional cocktails are not part of the stated package, so expect to pay separately if you order more.

The service has generally been described as friendly and efficient. Still, the exact flow can be a little unclear because this is a package linking several venues rather than a standard hosted tour. At reception, confirm where to begin and how the included pizza and cocktail are recorded.

What $43 buys you

At $43 per person, the price is reasonable if you planned to visit a viewpoint, have dinner, and stop for drinks anyway. Your package includes:

• Entry to the observation floor
• Entry to Olivia Garden
• A glass of Prosecco
• Your choice of Italian pizza
• A cocktail on the 32nd floor

If you paid separately for each part, the total could easily become less convenient and less predictable. The included meal is not an elaborate tasting menu, but it is a proper dinner with a quality view. The Prosecco and cocktail add two distinct pauses to the visit.

The strongest value comes from the complete combination. A viewpoint ticket alone gives you scenery for a limited period. Here, you can spend time in the garden, have a drink, go upstairs, eat, and enjoy another drink while looking across the city.

The value is less convincing if you only want a quick lookout or if you are staying near the historic center and have little time. The Olivia district is away from the main sightseeing core, and the trip there adds effort. If you are in Gdańsk for only one or two nights, you may prefer to stay close to the Old Town and waterfront.

Timing your visit without rushing

The activity is valid for one day, with starting times based on availability. A booking arrangement described access to the table between 12:00 and 20:00, but you should check the exact time offered when you reserve rather than assume those hours apply to every booking.

The flexible format is useful. You can make this a late lunch, an afternoon drink, or an evening meal. An earlier visit may give you a sharper view of the city, while a later time can bring softer light. The information provided does not promise a sunset visit, so do not book on that assumption without checking the available slot.

Plan enough time for all three elements. Olivia Garden is a place to pause, not merely a doorway to the lift. The viewpoint deserves time for identifying the city below, and the pizza and cocktail are meant to be enjoyed at a relaxed pace.

This is also a good choice for people who dislike rigid group schedules. There is no stated tour group or guide-led route. You go to reception, use the included access, and finish back at the meeting point.

Getting there from central Gdańsk

The main practical weakness is location. Olivia Star is in the Olivia business district rather than the Old Town. If your hotel is near central Gdańsk, you will need to allow extra time to reach the building.

The supplied information does not specify a particular bus, tram, taxi route, or travel time, so check your map and transport app before setting out. The important point is not to treat this as a spontaneous stop between the Golden Gate and the waterfront. It is a separate outing.

That distance can also be a benefit. You get away from the usual historic center and see a modern part of the Tricity. If you have more than three nights, the journey becomes easier to justify because the experience fills a whole part of your day without repeating the usual Old Town sights.

When you arrive, go to Olivia Star reception. Pets are not allowed. The activity is wheelchair accessible, which makes the included viewpoint, garden, and dining experience available to a wider range of visitors, though you should still confirm any personal access needs when booking.

Who will enjoy Olivia Star most

I would recommend this experience to couples, small groups, and anyone looking for a low-pressure evening with a strong view. It works particularly well for a birthday, a date, or a break from museums and historic streets.

It is also a good choice for families who enjoy pizza and a compact indoor attraction. Olivia Garden gives you something to see before dinner, while the viewpoint adds a clear highlight without requiring a long walk.

The experience suits you if:

• You like city views and photography
• You want dinner included rather than arranging several bookings
• You enjoy cocktails and a relaxed setting
• You have enough time to visit the Olivia district
• You prefer independent sightseeing to a guided group
• You want to see Gdańsk from above before exploring the region

It may not suit you if you want detailed historical commentary, a traditional Polish meal, or a social tour with a guide and fellow participants. The food is Italian pizza, and the format is essentially a meal and viewpoint visit rather than a cultural tour.

Small details that affect the experience

The garden entrance can be easy to miss because the package is spread between different parts of the building. When you arrive, show your booking at reception and confirm the Prosecco, garden entry, pizza, cocktail, and observation-floor access.

The experience has a strong food and drink focus, but the views remain its best feature. The pizza has been praised repeatedly, as have the cocktails, yet the scenery is what gives the visit its lasting appeal.

Service is usually friendly, and English communication should not be a problem. Even so, do not be shy about asking staff to explain the next step. The package can feel slightly confusing if you expect a guide to collect you and lead you through each part.

The overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 484 ratings, which fits the experience well. Most of the value comes from the attractive setting, good food, and broad views. The main complaints concern the out-of-town location, occasional confusion on arrival, and the fact that this is not really a tour.

Should you book Olivia Star?

Book it if you want a viewpoint, dinner, and drinks in one outing and have time to travel beyond central Gdańsk. The $43 price is fair for the combination of admission, Prosecco, pizza, and a cocktail, especially for a special occasion.

I would skip it if your stay is very short or if your priority is historic Gdańsk. You will need to leave the Old Town area, and the experience offers no guide or detailed city commentary.

For the best chance of enjoying it, confirm the start time, ask about the welcome drink at reception, and allow time for both Olivia Garden and the 32nd-floor view. If you want a relaxed break with excellent city views and food that is better than typical lookout fare, Olivia Star is a worthwhile addition to a longer Gdańsk visit.

FAQ

Where does the Olivia Star experience begin?

You should go to the Olivia Star reception to begin the activity.

What is included in the package?

The package includes entry to the observation floor, entry to Olivia Garden, a glass of Prosecco, an Italian pizza dinner, and one cocktail on the 32nd floor.

How high is the viewpoint?

The pizza and cocktail are served on the 32nd floor, about 130 meters above the ground.

What can you see from Olivia Star?

You can see the Tricity, Gdańsk Bay, and the Hel Peninsula. The observation floor also allows you to identify key landmarks across Gdańsk, Sopot, and Gdynia.

What is Olivia Garden?

Olivia Garden is an indoor tropical garden covering more than 800 square meters, with about 4,000 tropical plants from four continents.

Is this a guided group tour?

No. The experience is not presented as a guided group tour. It is an independent visit combining the garden, observation floor, meal, and drinks.

Is the activity wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Are pets allowed?

No. Pets are not allowed.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, according to the booking conditions.