The Kaliningrad Amber Plant offers tours of its amber-processing facility, including a view of an amber mill, an observation deck and the chance to see an enormous 'Amber Pyramid', a huge structure made of 800kg of amber. Visits are by guided tour (Russian only), which leave on the hour throughout the day. Tickets can be bought on-site, though it's best to call or email in advance.
Kaliningrad Amber Plant
Kaliningrad Region
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