Oliwa, Gdańsk

Name: Oliwa
Address: Gdańsk, Poland

#32 among attractions in Gdańsk

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Oliwa, also Oliva, is one of the quarters of Gdańsk, Poland. From east it borders Przymorze and Żabianka, from the north Sopot and from the south with the districts of Strzyża, VII Dwór and Brętowo, while from the west with Matarnia and Osowa. It is known for its medieval monastery, the 1627 Battle of Oliva and the 1660 Peace of Oliva. ()

Alternative names: Area: 7.21 mi²Coordinates: 54°24'32"N, 18°33'25"E

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Oliwa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Oliwa Cathedral, Ergo Arena, Abbot's Palace, Oliwa Park.

~910 ftNE
Historic cathedral with a giant organ
Oliwa Cathedral, Gdańsk
5 min walk • Nestled in the verdant heart of Gdańsk, Poland, the Oliwa Cathedral serves as a beacon of historical and architectural splendor. Officially known as the Cathedral Basilica of The Holy Trinity, Blessed Virgin Mary and St.
1.5 miNE
Contemporary sports and concert venue
Ergo Arena, Gdańsk
40 min walk • Ergo Arena, a state-of-the-art sports venue, stands as a modern coliseum in the city of Gdańsk, Poland. This multifunctional arena, with its cutting-edge design, was officially opened in 2010 and has since become a premier destination for sports enthusiasts...
~1100 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Abbot's Palace, Gdańsk
6 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Gdańsk, Poland, the Abbot's Palace (Pałac Opatów in Polish) stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. This opulent mansion, now functioning as a museum, is an exemplar of the Rococo style, with its intricate...
~1410 ftNE
Park
Oliwa Park, Gdańsk
7 min walk • Adam Mickiewicz Oliwski Park - a historic park in the Oliwa district of Gdańsk, on the Oliwa Stream. The park area is 11.3 ha.
~1870 ftNE
Botanical garden
Orle Botanical Garden, Gdańsk
10 min walk • Orle Botanical Garden – was founded in 1995 is located around Orle village. It was established as a botanical garden in 2010 by the Director-General for the Environment Protection.
1 miNW
Park
Tricity Landscape Park, Gdańsk
27 min walk • Tricity Landscape Park is a protected area in northern Poland, established in 1979, and covering the area of 199.3 square kilometres. The Park lies within the Pomeranian Voivodeship, in Wejherowo County.
1 miW
54°24'48"N • 18°32'3"E
Gdańsk Zoo, Gdańsk
25 min walk • Park, Outdoor activities, Zoo
0.9 miW
Zoo, Aquarium
Gdański Ogród Zoologiczny, Gdańsk
24 min walk • The Gdańsk Zoo is a zoological garden located in Gdańsk, Pomeranian Voivodship, Poland. It was opened in the district of Oliwa in 1954 and covers 123,76 hectares, which makes it the largest zoological garden in Poland in terms of area.
~620 ftE
54°24'30"N • 18°33'35"E
Targowisko w Oliwie, Gdańsk
4 min walk • Market, Shopping, Farmer's market
1 miSE
Universities and schools
University of Gdańsk, Gdańsk
26 min walk • The University of Gdańsk is a prestigious public research university located in Gdańsk, Poland. It is one of the top 10 universities in Poland and is also an important centre for the studies of the Kashubian language.
1.6 miSE
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Gdański Stadion Lekkoatletyczny i Rugby, Gdańsk
41 min walk • Gdańsk Athletics and Rugby Stadium is a rugby and athletics stadium in Gdańsk, Poland. Formerly known as the Gdańsk Physical Culture Center it was often abbreviated to and known as the GOKF Stadion until the stadiums renovation in 2016.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Oliwa?

Nearby attractions include Targowisko w Oliwie, Gdańsk (4 min walk), Oliwa Cathedral, Gdańsk (5 min walk), Abbot's Palace, Gdańsk (6 min walk), Oliwa Park, Gdańsk (7 min walk).

How to get to Oliwa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Oliwa:

Bus

Cystersów • Lines: 171 (1 min walk)
Spacerowa • Lines: 171 (11 min walk)

Tram

Obrońców Westerplatte • Lines: 12, 6, N0 (7 min walk)
Derdowskiego • Lines: 12, 6, N0 (10 min walk)

Train

Gdańsk Żabianka - AWFiS (25 min walk)
Gdańsk Przymorze - Uniwersytet (25 min walk)