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St Olaf's Church and Viewing Platform

Historic church and seasonal tower viewpoint reached by a 258-step spiral staircase, about 60 metres above ground.

Landmarks

Updated October 21, 2026

St Olaf Church tower rising against a blue sky

Overview

Why visit St Olaf's Church and Viewing Platform

Historic church and seasonal tower viewpoint reached by a 258-step spiral staircase, about 60 metres above ground.

What to see

Choose between seeing the historic church and climbing to its seasonal viewpoint. The tower route has 258 spiral-staircase steps and reaches a platform about 60 metres above ground.

Plan your visit

The operator lists an April–October visitor season and winter closure, with possible restrictions during services. The tower climb is physically demanding and has no step-free route. Check current church and tower arrangements separately.

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Sources and photograph

Information checked 2026-10-21. Opening times, programmes and admission details can change.

Map position: Location source. Church/tower destination.

St Olaf Church’s tower viewed from below. Photograph: source by SofiRussia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized to WebP.

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AddressLai 50, Tallinn, Estonia

Coordinates59.441334, 24.747894

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