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

See Gdańsk from a whole new angle. Olivia Star combines 360-degree Tricity views with Italian pizza, cocktails, and a glass of Prosecco in a tropical indoor garden. I like the easygoing format, since you can arrive during the stated service window rather than follow a fixed sightseeing schedule. I also like the strong value: the package includes the observation floor, tropical garden, welcome drink, pizza, and cocktail for $44 per person. The main catch is location. Olivia Star sits outside the old town, and cloudy or foggy weather can wipe out the view you came to see.

This is not a guided tour or a group activity. It is a relaxed meal and drinks experience spread across two attractive spaces. Service can be uneven, too. Several people found staff friendly and helpful, while others had to ask for the Prosecco or work out where to go next.

Key Points Before You Book

• The view reaches across the entire Tricity: From the 32nd floor, you can look over Gdańsk, Gdynia, Sopot, Gdańsk Bay, and toward the Hel Peninsula.
• The package is built around food and drinks: You receive a glass of Prosecco, one Italian pizza, and a cocktail, all included in the $44 price.
• Olivia Garden adds a calm indoor stop: The 800-square-meter tropical garden contains about 4,000 plants from four continents.
• Sunset and nighttime are especially appealing: The city lights and bay views give the experience a different feel after dark.
• Weather matters: Fog and low cloud can reduce the high-level panorama to almost nothing.
• Allow time for directions: Start at the Olivia Star reception, but you may be sent to another reception or asked to show your voucher on the 32nd floor.

What You Actually Get for $44

At $44 per person, this is best understood as a meal with a view rather than a simple observation deck ticket. You are paying for several linked parts: access to Olivia Garden, a glass of Prosecco, entrance to the observation floor, an Italian pizza, and a cocktail upstairs.

That package compares well with the cost of buying drinks, dinner, and a city viewpoint separately. The pizza portions are described as large, and the cocktails receive especially strong praise. You can also order extra drinks afterward if you want to extend the evening, although those additional purchases are not part of the package.

The price makes the most sense for a couple, a birthday treat, or a relaxed family meal. It also works well as a first look at the Tricity, since the high platform helps you understand the area before exploring it at street level.

One point to keep clear: this is not a social tour with a guide or a planned group itinerary. You will not be introduced to other people or led through the city. You arrive, eat, drink, and take in the view at your own pace.

Starting at Olivia Garden

Your visit begins at Olivia Star reception. The building can feel confusing at first, especially if you arrive through one entrance and are directed to another reception around the corner. Keep your voucher ready and allow a few minutes to get oriented.

Olivia Garden is on the ground floor and covers more than 800 square meters. Around 4,000 tropical plants from four continents fill the space, giving you a green indoor setting before the high-rise portion of the experience begins.

The garden is more than a quick corridor on the way to the lift. You can sit with your Prosecco, look around, and take your time. Some evenings include live music, such as a singer or pianist, which can turn the first part into a pleasant drink stop in its own right.

The included welcome drink is meant to be served in Olivia Garden. In practice, you may need to ask for it. A few people received the Prosecco promptly, while others arrived without a greeting or had to remind staff about the included glass. That does not ruin the visit, but it is useful to know before you assume the drink will simply appear.

I would begin by finding the garden and confirming the Prosecco arrangements. Then enjoy the plants rather than rushing straight to the lift. The garden is smaller than a major botanical attraction, but its indoor setting makes it a welcome break in poor weather and a pleasant start to an evening.

The Lift to the 32nd Floor

The transition from tropical garden to high-rise viewpoint is the experience’s main piece of theater. You move from plants and soft indoor surroundings to the 32nd floor of Olivia Star, where the view opens across the Tricity.

The package includes access to the observation floor, along with a cocktail and pizza served upstairs. You can show your voucher at the 32nd floor if staff direct you there. Directions may not always be explained in detail, so do not be surprised if you need to ask which reception or lift to use.

At the top, the setting is both a restaurant and viewpoint. You can see key parts of the Tricity from above, including Gdańsk, the wider urban area, Gdańsk Bay, and the Hel Peninsula in suitable conditions. This is useful early in a Gdańsk stay because the view gives you a clear sense of how the coastal cities fit together.

The observation platform is especially attractive after dark. City lights spread below you, while sunset can add color across the bay. The view is the main reason to book, so check the weather before you set out. Clear conditions make a major difference. Fog and heavy cloud have left some people unable to see the ground below, let alone the coast.

Pizza and Cocktails Above Gdańsk

The food is simple, but that is part of the appeal. You choose an Italian pizza from the available menu, and the portion is generally described as large. The pizza is not just a token snack added to a viewpoint ticket. It is treated as a proper dinner, and the combination of generous size and good flavor is one of the package’s strongest points.

Choice may be more limited than at a full Italian restaurant. One person felt the restaurant could offer a broader food selection, though the pizza itself was still considered very good. If you want several courses or a wide menu, this is not the right place. If you want pizza, a drink, and a great view, it fits the bill.

The cocktail is served on the 32nd floor. You choose from the available cocktail selection, and the drinks receive consistently warm praise for both taste and presentation. The cocktail is a key part of the value, since you are not left with only a soft drink or basic beverage after paying for the view.

The staff generally allow you to enjoy the meal without rushing. That makes the package feel more like a relaxed date night than a timed attraction. Some people stayed for additional cocktails, and the atmosphere accommodated that comfortably when the restaurant was not busy.

Service, however, is the uncertain part. You might receive a warm welcome and attentive help from a waiter such as Maks, who has been singled out for friendly service. On another visit, staff may simply point you in the right direction and leave you to work things out. The food and view remain strong, but the experience would feel more polished with a clear greeting and short explanation at the start.

Why Timing Matters More Than You Might Expect

The experience is valid for one day, and availability determines the starting times. Information provided for the package indicates that you can attend during the stated operating window, with one booking description giving a flexible period from 12:00 to 20:00.

That flexibility is useful. You can plan the visit around your sightseeing rather than build the whole day around a fixed departure. It also lets you choose between daylight, sunset, and city lights, though the exact timing depends on the operating schedule and season.

For the best chance of a broad view, I would choose a clear day and aim for late afternoon if sunset is important to you. For nighttime photography and glowing city views, go later. If the sky is covered in cloud, the meal and garden can still be worthwhile, but the main attraction will be missing.

Do not treat the activity as a quick photo stop. The package includes two drinks, dinner, a garden visit, and time at the viewpoint. You will get more from it if you allow a relaxed afternoon or evening rather than trying to squeeze it between tightly scheduled sights.

Getting There From Gdańsk’s Old Town

Olivia Star is not in the historic center. That is the most common practical objection, especially if you are staying near the old town and prefer to walk between sights.

A taxi or Bolt ride is one option. One recent estimate put an Uber at about $8 each way from the old town, though prices can change. Public transport is also possible. A train to Gdańsk Oliwa followed by a short walk has been described as straightforward, and a tram can bring you close enough for a short walk.

The setting around the building is more business district than old-world Gdańsk. That matters because the experience does not begin with a stroll through historic streets. You are making a specific trip for the building, the garden, and the view.

For a short stay of one or two nights, the distance may feel like a nuisance. If you have three or more nights, it becomes easier to justify the outing as a separate half-day or evening plan. I would not book it simply because it is near the old town. I would book it because you specifically want a high view, a pleasant meal, and a change from the center.

Who Will Enjoy Olivia Star Most

This package suits you if you want a low-pressure evening with a memorable setting. It is particularly good for:

• Couples looking for a date-night meal
• Families who prefer food and views over a formal guided tour
• First-time visitors who want to understand the shape of the Tricity
• Anyone who enjoys cocktails and panoramic city views
• Visitors with enough time to travel beyond the old town
• People who want an indoor plan that still feels special in colder weather

It may be less suitable if you want a detailed explanation of Gdańsk’s landmarks. There is no guide providing history or pointing out every building. You get the view, but you will need to identify much of what you see yourself.

It is also a poor choice for anyone who dislikes uncertainty around weather. The food and drinks remain available in cloudy conditions, but the view can fade badly in fog. Check the forecast as close to the visit as possible, especially if the panorama is your main reason for booking.

The building and garden are wheelchair accessible, which makes this a practical option for many visitors. Pets are not allowed.

Small Details That Can Improve the Visit

Bring your booking voucher and show it at reception. If the first desk sends you elsewhere, follow the directions to the second reception and ask exactly where the lift access begins.

Confirm the included Prosecco early. It should be part of the package, but several people found that it was not offered without a prompt. A polite reminder is easier than discovering at the end of the visit that you missed one of the inclusions.

If you are celebrating something, tell the staff when you arrive. The package has been used for birthdays and special evenings, though no special celebration arrangement is promised.

Give yourself time in Olivia Garden. It is easy to focus on reaching the 32nd floor, but the tropical plants and occasional live music can make the lower level a worthwhile part of the evening.

Finally, do not judge the outing by the first five minutes. The reception process can be unclear, and staff engagement may vary. Once you reach the restaurant, the pizza, cocktails, and views are the parts that make the visit memorable.

Is Olivia Star Worth Booking?

I would book Olivia Star if you want a relaxed dinner with a strong view and do not mind leaving central Gdańsk. The $44 price is fair because it combines a large pizza, cocktail, Prosecco, tropical garden, and observation access. The best moments are simple: a drink among the plants, the sudden coastal panorama from the lift, and pizza with the city lights below.

I would skip it if you are visiting during very poor weather, have almost no time beyond the old town, or want a guided sightseeing experience. For everyone else, especially couples and first-time visitors with a clear evening available, this is a good-value change of pace. Just confirm the welcome drink, allow time to find the right reception, and check the forecast before setting off.

FAQ

Where do I meet for the Olivia Star experience?

Go to the Olivia Star reception. You may be directed to a second reception nearby, and the voucher may need to be shown on the 32nd floor.

What is included in the $44 package?

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

How high is the viewpoint?

The pizza and cocktail experience takes place 130 meters above the ground on the 32nd floor.

Can I visit Olivia Garden as part of the package?

Yes. The package includes access to Olivia Garden, an indoor tropical garden covering more than 800 square meters with about 4,000 plants from four continents.

Is Olivia Star wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is wheelchair accessible.

What happens if the weather is foggy or cloudy?

The meal, drinks, and garden visit can still go ahead, but fog or heavy cloud may block the city and coastal views from the observation floor.