10 Things to Do in Olsztyn That You Shouldn't Miss

August 15, 2017 Concepcion Newsome

Olsztyn ([ˈɔlʂtɨn] ( listen); English: /ˈɒlʃtɪn/; German: Allenstein ( listen); Old Polish: Holstin; Old Prussian: Alnāsteini or Alnestabs; Lithuanian: Alnaštynas, Alnštynas, Alštynas (historical) and Olštynas (modern)) is a city on the Łyna River in northeastern Poland. Olsztyn is the capital of the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, and is a city with county rights.
Restaurants in Olsztyn

1. Old Town

Olsztyn 11-041, Poland +48 89 521 03 98
Excellent
45%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 254 reviews

Old Town

Reviewed By farmakeros f - Larisa, Greece

We went there with our kids. In the main square there were a concert and we sat and listen for some time. You can find a lot of cafe, restaurants and shops and have fun. We recommend a walk.

2. Copernicus Bench

Okopowa/Zamkowa, Olsztyn, Poland
Excellent
52%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
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4.5 based on 99 reviews

Copernicus Bench

Reviewed By joo31 - London

Lovely sculpture and very interesting. Dont miss it on the way around old town:) obviously its a monument for M Kopernik which the Olsztyn is very proud of hosting. I remember its been there many years ago and seems always fun for kids to clumb.

3. Central Park

City Center, Olsztyn 10-900, Poland
Excellent
66%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 91 reviews

Central Park

Reviewed By cr3ate - Olsztyn, Poland

Good place for walking, jogging or cycling. You can also just lay down on the grass and relax. There is a huge Fountain where children can play during the summer. Public toilets are paid but they are not clean unfortunately. It's very close to the city center and old town. Missing a cafe or restaurant where you coulkd grab a coffee.

4. Lake Dlugie

Warszawska, Olsztyn 10-376, Poland
Excellent
69%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
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4.5 based on 66 reviews

Lake Dlugie

Reviewed By SunnyInes - New York City, New York

Another great place in Olsztyn to visit when you're in town. Come for a walk, take your bike. It's free and beautiful. Well maintained too!

5. The Planetarium in Olsztyn

ul. aleja Marszalka Jozefa Pilsudskiego 38, Olsztyn 10-450, Poland +48 89 533 49 51
Excellent
56%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 106 reviews

The Planetarium in Olsztyn

Reviewed By thommos54 - Buenos Aires, Argentina

Located on the edge of Olsztyn Town Centre and within easy walking distance of the Old Town, The Planetarium is well worth a visit, especially on a rainy day. Entrance fees are reasonable.
Given Mikolaj Kopernik's connection with the town, I was expecting a presentation based on his works in this field. This seemed even more likely, given the displays devoted to him in the foyer. However, after a 12 minute introduction into basic astronomy (unfortunately in Polish and no translation available), the main subject was revealed as The Alma Project in the Atacama Desert of Northern Chile - with English translation available via headphones that can be collected from the operator's desk inside the theatre.
Total viewing time around 45 minutes. A definite 'must' for younger children, when the weather dampens outside activities.

6. Church of St. Jacob Cathedral

Stanislawa Staszica 11, Olsztyn 11-041, Poland +48 89 527 32 80
Excellent
57%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 41 reviews

Church of St. Jacob Cathedral

Reviewed By valkirius - Warsaw

Beautiful 14th century Cathedral is one of the landmarks of Olszty.n.
The place is worth seeing no matter which religion yu follow if any.
Brick walls, massive multi platform front tower, great decoration and a scent of the past will charm almost every visitor.
Take an opportunity to sea unique Christmas crib during the festive season.

7. Lesne Arboretum Warmii i Mazur

Kudypy 4, Olsztyn 11-036, Poland +48 89 527 90 90
Excellent
74%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 43 reviews

Lesne Arboretum Warmii i Mazur

Reviewed By S.E.4 - London, United Kingdom

A good selection of trees but not that large. Unsure if any information in EngIish which would have helped. Suspect would be more impressive when flowers are out, but not quite right season when we went. Actual Forests, albeit less variety, more impressive.

8. Municipal Beach

Kapitanska, Olsztyn, Poland
Excellent
82%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
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5 based on 22 reviews

Municipal Beach

Reviewed By DejanNS72 - Novi Sad, Serbia

Great Promenade on the lake with plenty of new benches, restorants, caffe bars and sandy beach. Really nice place to spend hot summer days. Everything is a well maintained. Great nature also.

9. Castle of Warmian Bishops in Olsztyn

Zamkowa 2, Olsztyn 10-074, Poland +48 89 527 95 96
Excellent
43%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4 based on 43 reviews

Castle of Warmian Bishops in Olsztyn

Reviewed By T0urist7 - Warsaw, Poland

If you interested in history, religions or old design it might be fun for you. Museum is pretty small and it takes you maximum a couple of hours to visit.

10. Park Zamkowy

Podwale 10, Olsztyn 10-076, Poland
Excellent
65%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

Park Zamkowy

Reviewed By T0urist7 - Warsaw, Poland

I found plac zamkowy an interesting place for a walk and for lunch. It takes you half an hour to visit the old city and plac zamkowy.

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