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Oliwa Park

Gdańsk, Poland

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Oliwa Park

A compact historic park in Gdańsk's Oliwa district, set around the former Cistercian complex, with linden avenues, ponds, a small waterfall, wooden bridges and mature shade trees. Visitors stroll the paths, see the Japanese garden and Palm House, watch ducks and swans, and visit the adjacent cathedral.

Highlights

  • Palm House
  • Japanese garden
  • Oliwa Cathedral and Abbot's Palace

Good to know

  • Free entry, including the Palm House
  • Café by the Palm House
  • Tram or train from central Gdańsk

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