Poland
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Overview
Picturesque cities such as Kraków and Gdańsk vie with energetic Warsaw for your urban attention. Elsewhere, woods, rivers, lakes and hills beckon for some fresh-air fun.
01 / Attractions
Must-see attractions
Gdańsk & Pomerania
Malbork’s blockbuster attraction is its show-stoppingly massive castle sitting on the banks of the sluggish Nogat River, an eastern arm of the Vistula…
The Great Masurian Lakes
Hidden in thick forest near the hamlet of Gierłoż, 8km east of Kętrzyn, is one of Poland’s eeriest historical relics – 18 overgrown hectares of huge,…
Kraków
Wawel Cathedral has witnessed many coronations, funerals and burials of Poland’s monarchs and nobles. The present cathedral is basically a Gothic, but…
Kraków
Some 14km southeast of Kraków, the Wieliczka (vyeh-leech-kah) salt mine has been welcoming tourists since 1722 and today is one of Poland's most popular…
Kraków
This striking brick church, best known simply as St Mary’s, is dominated by two towers of different heights. The first church here was built in the 1220s…
Gdańsk
Opened in 2016, this striking piece of modern architecture is a bold addition to the northern end of Gdańsk's waterfront. It has rapidly become one of…
Kraków
As the political and cultural heart of Poland through the 16th century, Wawel Royal Castle is a potent symbol of national identity. It's now a museum…
Warsaw
Warsaw’s top palace, 10km south of the city centre, was commissioned by King Jan III Sobieski in 1677. It has changed hands several times over the…
02 / Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Best Things to Do
This European gem delivers, with castles and museums packing its cities, and outdoor adventures galore. Here are some of the best things to do in Poland.
Read articleBest Places to Visit
From the elegant churches of Kraków to the timber villages of the Tatra Mountains and the Baltic beaches, here are the best places to visit in Poland.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Discover the best time to visit Poland, from the warm Baltic beaches in the summer to the ski slopes of the Tatra Mountains in the winter.
Read article03 / Articles
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