Landmark
Vysotsky (skyscraper)
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The Vysotsky skyscraper, standing 54 stories tall, is a modern landmark in Yekaterinburg's business district. Its observation deck on the 52nd floor provides panoramic vistas of the city's skyline, the Iset River, and distant Ural Mountains. Visitors can also enjoy a restaurant and café on the upper levels, making it a popular spot for both daytime sightseeing and evening city lights. The building's sleek glass design contrasts with the surrounding historic architecture, symbolizing the city's rapid development.
Don't miss
- Take in 360-degree views from the 52nd-floor observation deck.
- Dine at the restaurant on the 52nd floor with city views.
- Photograph the contrast between modern skyscrapers and historic buildings.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Vysotsky (skyscraper)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inTashkent Soviet Architecture (Modernism) and Subway station tour.5★ · 22 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$50 per personSee dates →
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