Zamość Town Hall
Ratusz w Zamościu
The landmark on the north side of the Great Market Square. The fan-shaped double staircase and 52-meter bell tower make up Zamość's most classic view.
The Town Hall was begun in 1591 and expanded to its present form in the 17th century. In the 18th century, a Baroque fan-shaped double staircase was added to the facade. The tower, about 52 meters tall, is the highest point in the city and the symbol on Zamość postcards. Every day at noon, a horn tune called the hejnał is played from the tower, sounded once toward each of the four directions. The building houses municipal offices, and the ground floor has a tourist information center where you can ask about tower opening hours and guided tours. The foot of the staircase is the best spot for a panoramic photo of the square, and the facade is lit up at night.
Opening hours
Exterior visible all day; interior hours per the visitor center
Nearby sights
- Armenian Houses & Zamość Museum
- Great Market Square
- Zamość Synagogue
- Zamoyski Academy
- Zamość Cathedral
- Church of the Annunciation (Franciscan Church)
- Bastion VII & Fortress Underground Route
- Zamoyski Palace