Hotels near St Anne's Church Tower

The bell tower of St Anne's Church, at the start of the Royal Route next to Castle Square, has a viewing terrace with one of the best views of the Warsaw Christmas market and the illuminated Old Town. From the top, you can see the Royal Castle, Castle Square and the roofs of the Old Town.

The climb involves around 150 steps, and entry is ticketed. The church itself, with its rich Baroque interior, survived the Second World War largely intact and is worth a look.

The view is especially magical in the early evening, when the Christmas lights come on across the square below.

Pro Tip: Climb the tower just after sunset, which is around 3.25pm in mid-December, to see Castle Square and the Christmas tree lit up. Check opening hours in advance, as they are shorter in winter.