The skyscraper is named after Vladimir Vysotsky, though he never visited Yekaterinburg during his lifetime.
The Mercedes-Benz displayed in the museum was reportedly the last car owned by Vysotsky before his death in 1980.
The building's construction was completed in 2011, briefly holding the title of the tallest building in Russia outside of Moscow.
The viewing deck features an open-air design, which is rare for skyscrapers in regions with cold winter climates.
The complex houses a dedicated wax figure museum featuring replicas of historical and cultural figures.
During the construction of the building, a time capsule was placed in the foundation to be opened in 2045.
The Vysotsky Observation Deck is located on the 52nd floor of the Vysotsky skyscraper in central Yekaterinburg, reaching an altitude of 186 meters. It is an open-air viewing platform offering 360-degree panoramic views of the city and the Ural landscape. The building itself is a mixed-use skyscraper named after the Soviet poet and actor Vladimir Vysotsky. The deck features protective glass barriers and high-powered stationary binoculars for detailed observation. A museum dedicated to Vladimir Vysotsky is integrated into the complex, displaying personal items including his Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL. The site remains the highest vantage point accessible to the public in the Yekaterinburg city center.
The corners of the observation deck provide the widest angles for panoramic city shots without frame obstruction.
Dress in layers as wind speeds and temperatures are significantly lower on the 52nd floor compared to street level.
Bring a pair of binoculars if you plan to identify specific architectural landmarks in the distance.
Visit on a clear day, as low cloud cover can completely obscure visibility from the observation deck.
Do not rely on indoor viewing if you wish to capture photographs without reflections, as the glass panes can produce glare.
