Architecture

Round Tower

Address: Рыночной площадь 1
Area: Vyborg, Russia

Mon: 12:00–00:00
Tue: 12:00–00:00
Wed: 12:00–00:00
Thu: 12:00–00:00
Fri: 12:00–00:00
Sat: 12:00–00:00
Sun: 12:00–00:00
Hours: These are the restaurant hours inside the tower; the square can be viewed around the clock.
Price: Exterior viewing is free; the restaurant is à la carte, with prices depending on the order.
How to visit: The tower can be viewed freely from Market Square. A restaurant operates inside, with no permanent museum exhibition for casual visits; use the restaurant’s opening hours for interior access.
Hours: Free entry
Hours: Good with children
Hours: Good after dark
Hours: About 10–20 min

Why it is worth the detour

A historic fortification turned restaurant in Vyborg.

The Round Tower in Vyborg is a historic fortification built in the 16th century, now serving as a popular restaurant. It offers a glimpse into the city's medieval past and architectural evolution.

What else is close by

The nearest places we have written up, with straight-line distance from here.

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Vyborg Tram Monument
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