St. Mary's Church

Beautiful church in the city centre. It definitely worth the money and energy to go up to the tower where you can see the full view of the city. You can pay for the entrance fee for the observatory deck by cards (contactless) or cash. First you walk past some very narrow spiral stairs, then another few floors of well built stairs to the top. I went on a weekend in Feb. It wasn’t very busy. We saw the city in snow which was fabulous.

A must visit in Gdansk. Beautiful church. We did the climb to the viewing platform on the roof. The views are breathtaking. The climb up and down, especially within the turrets (circa 120 steps of a tight spiral climb). The climb thereafter within the square steeple is easier, just pace yourself. It takes patience and stamina. Not recommended if you struggle with mobility. I have also included the final staircase to the platform itself. It was 20 zloty per person to get up to the viewing tower. Church is free to access.

Walking into St. Mary’s Church feels like entering a cathedral of light. The soaring white arches draw your eyes upward, while the vibrant stained-glass windows fill the interior with deep blues and warm reds. The atmosphere is calm and surprisingly intimate despite the impressive scale. The golden altarpiece and the astronomical clock were the highlights of my visit. Both are beautifully preserved and full of intricate details that you can admire up close. Several side chapels display sculptures, marble monuments and religious artifacts, making the whole space feel like an open-air museum. During my visit the floors were still slightly wet from melted ice outside, so I walked carefully, but it didn’t affect the experience. The church was quiet, and it was easy to appreciate each section without crowds. A must-see landmark in Gdańsk for anyone interested in architecture, history, or sacred art.

A lovely church, worth a visit. Some videos of the inside and a couple of photos from the viewing platform outside. Dropped a star as the middle of the church was roped off, and they allowed too many people onto the viewing platform which was quite small, but aside from this, we enjoyed our visit. It's was PLN 20 to walk up to the viewing platform which is very reasonable, it's 400 steps up, sometimes narrow and steep.

Visiting St. Mary’s Church in Gdańsk was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I approached the basilica, I was struck by its massive size and the grandeur of its Gothic architecture. Stepping inside, the sheer scale of the interior is overwhelming—in the best way. The vaulted ceilings stretch high above, and the detailed craftsmanship of every altar, pulpit, and sculpture is truly astonishing. The stained-glass windows fill the space with a soft, colorful light, giving the church a serene and almost ethereal atmosphere. Walking through, I felt a strong sense of history—this place has witnessed centuries of life, events, and devotion, and you can feel that weight and beauty in every corner. One of the highlights for me was exploring the intricately carved wooden altars and the astronomical clock, both of which are masterpieces of art and engineering. Even if you aren’t particularly religious, the artistry and history alone make it a must-see. The quietness inside contrasts sharply with the bustling city outside, offering a moment to pause, reflect, and appreciate the skill and dedication that went into building this incredible structure. I spent hours just wandering, observing details, and taking in the atmosphere. Overall, St. Mary’s Church is not just a place of worship—it’s a cultural and historical treasure. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Gdańsk, whether you’re interested in architecture, history, or simply looking for a place to experience awe and inspiration. I left feeling both humbled and deeply impressed.

Amazing church. We’ve been blessed to participate in two masses with my mother, the christmas mass and the Sunday one. It’s a spectacular cathedral located in Gdansk city center near the port. The altar is great, and the suspended cross of Jesus is just mindblowing spectacular. Nothing short of sensational. I liked also the harmonics in voices of the two priests during Christmas mass, one had a very bass voice with the other one topped him with christal clear harmonics. The musician I am had a great mass singing along and listening to them. It was so beautiful I’m just out of words. Just sit, relax, and enjoy these pictures if you are not fortunate enough to visit this gothic artwork. Amen

What a place. There are artifacts here I have never seen before, like the incredible calendar and the apocalyptic Hans Memling triptych. Well worth the visit. Just one note: it was -7⁰ outside and slightly colder in the basilica. And men have to remove their hats!

Not the most ornate but a truly worthwhile visit. The climb to the viewing point in the roof (400 steps) is well worth it. The main reason i liked it was not so much for the view, which was fantastic, but for the rough and ready (authentic) steps and scaffold walkways which i much prefer to the sanitized/safe "tourist friendly" experiences that are the norm nowadays. Highly recommended.

AKA - Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary This is a gorgeous Church and an exception to my sometimes "Oh Wow - Another Pretty Church" sarcasm while Gayle and I are on vacation in a foreign land. There's couple interesting factoids about this place: - It's one of the 2 or 3 largest brick churches in the world. - From the 16th Century until 1945, it was the largest LUTHERAN church in the world. Gdansk used to be the German city of Danzig and my guess is that the Lutheran-faith Germans were expelled after WWII Gayle and wandered in here as part of a tour and were quite struck by its beauty inside. A was particularly stuck by the astronomical clock and the altar.

Beautiful church. So many of the churches in Poland are just breathtaking. I tried to stop in and see as many as possible. Fairly quick to see all of this one. I actually stumbled onto this church and I'm glad I did. It is absolutely massive. It's also one of the key churches in the city to see. You'll see it on all the postcards and souvenirs throughout the city. So I'm glad I found it. The Pope is also scheduled to attend the church in 2023!

This Roman Catholic church was built between 1343 and 1502, it's one of the largest brick churches in the world. It's totally worth the visit and I highly recommend to go on the top of the belltower. After climbing many stairs, you will reach on the top, a small observatory deck (10 złoty fee ), the view is just amazing on Gdansk ! 5/5 visited in May 2018

The Gothic Church of St. Mary is the largest church in Poland (105 metres long) - an aisled hall with a transept (66 metres wide) and square tower (78 metres high) - and the world's largest brick church, with a cubic capacity equal to that of Notre-Dame in Paris.