TOP 27 best places to visit in Poland

From this article, you will learn which beautiful places in Poland are worth seeing for a tourist. After reading it, you will definitely want to visit them, so we will tell you exactly where they are and how to get there. .

Top 27 best places to visit in Poland

1. Zakopane

The winter capital of Poland. Zakopane is located at the foot of the Tatra Mountains. There are 10 ski resorts with various slopes, skating rinks and thermal pools. Differences in altitude in some places reach 930 meters. Here you can breathe the clean air, admire the snow-covered peaks, a thick coniferous forest and enjoy the convenience of developed infrastructure. It is also worth coming here in summer: horse riding, Adventure Park and Ropes Gold Ridge parks with great recreation areas, and a water park with plenty of attractions.

You can get there from Krakow by bus in 2 hours. You can also take the train from almost any major city in the country.

2. The Tatras

The main attractions of Poland are the Tatra Mountains. This is a mountain system of the Carpathian Mountains, which is located 100 km south of Krakow. Its highest point in Poland reaches, 2499 m (Rysy Top). There are amphitheater-shaped glaciers circuses, many mountain lakes, such as the popular Sea Eye, caves, deep valleys, a ski resort. The entire park territory is over 22,000 hectares. The easiest way to get there is by train from the main station in Krakow. The trip takes 2–4 hours. You can stay in a guest house in Zakopane with a beautiful view from the window. You can walk to the National Park or take a taxi or a bus.

3. The Masuria Lake District

It is a historical and ethnographic area in the northern part of the country, with about 2,000 lakes connected by canals and rivers. Here you can go sailing and kayaking. One of the most beautiful kayak routes in Europe is Krutynia. You can also book an excursion to this famous place in Poland or take a walk along the shores. The lakes are surrounded by huge forests.

You will travel there about 4 hours by bus from Warsaw, and about 3 hours by car.

4. Belovezhskaya Pushcha

A large relict lowland region in the Podlaskie Voivodeship, covering the last primeval forest in Europe. It is included in the UNESCO heritage list. Among the unique broad-leaved and pure coniferous forests, there are many animals, including the red-book ones. It is home to the largest number of bison living in the wild.

The main tourist center is the village of Bialowieza, where groups of tourists start their excursion routes.

It takes 4 hours to get there from Warsaw either by train or by car.

5. Bebzhan National Park

In Podlaskie voivodeship there is the largest nature reserve of the country, with an area of almost 60,000 hectares, more than 25,000 of which are the famous Bebrzanski marshes. The complex of wetlands is a real kingdom of birds. You can explore on tourist trails: by water, by bicycle and on foot. Elk, deer, beavers, badgers, raccoons and muskrats also live here. Therefore, there are special high towers in the park, from which it is convenient to observe the local inhabitants.

There is a fee for admission. Working hours : Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

You can reach the Park in an hour by train from the city of Bialystok.

6. Bieszczady National Park

Beautiful places in Poland also include the Bieszczanski National Park, the third-largest reserve in the rating of national park areas (29,200 hectares).

It is located in the southeastern part of the Podkarpackie Voivodeship. 80% of the park is covered with forests with a huge variety of plants, mosses, about 100 species of mushrooms and about 500 species of lichens, dominated by beech, fir and sycamore. The Park is inhabited by carpathian deer, roe deer, wild boars, bison, moose, wolves, lynx and various species of birds.

The administrative center of the county is the town of Ustrzyki Dolne, from which it takes only 40 minutes by car to get to the park.

7. Wroclaw Zoo

This is the largest (33 hectares) zoo in Poland and the only Africanarium in the country with a modern oceanarium. It is impossible to see everything in one day! The zoo is home to over 14,000 animals of more than 1,100 species. In case of bad weather, there are different pavilions: Aquarium, House of Monkeys, Madagascar area, House of Butterflies, etc.

Paid entrance. Working hours:

• From April till September, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon-Fri and Holidays 9 a.m. to 7 p.m;
• From November till February Mon-Fri from 09:00 to 16:00, Fr-Sun and holidays from 09:00 to 17:00;
• In March and October Mon-Fri from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fr-Sun and holidays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

To save energy, take a tram or bus. In 20 minutes you will be there.

8. Lazienki Park

Top best places to visit in Poland are totally incomplete without Lazienki Park. This ancient palace and park complex from the 17th century with monuments of culture and history is located in the center of Warsaw. There is the Palace on the water — a secluded pavilion with a bathhouse in the Chinese style, the White House, the Roman theater decorated with statues of ancient poets, the Egyptian Castle, the Old and New Orangery, the Myslewicz Palace.

Local inhabitants — squirrels and peacocks, also beautify the place and photos of tourists.

You can get into the park any day. But the buildings are open during the following hours:

• from Tuesday till Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m;
• Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m;
• on Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00.

You need one general ticket to visit the facilities. It takes 20 minutes to get to the park on the bus №131.

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9. Słowiński National Park

Can you imagine a place in Europe that looks like the Sahara in summer and the Arctic in winter? The sand dunes in northern Poland, along the Baltic coast, cover 500 hectares and reach a height of more than 30 meters above sea level! The masses move at a rate of 3–10 meters per year. Only here you can see how the dunes border lakes and forests so close. The sea, lakes, rivers, dunes, peatlands and meadows make a diverse landscape and form a unique ecosystem that has no analogues in Europe. There is a place to see in Poland — the park that can be seen even from Space!

Get to the nearby town of Leba, which is only 8 km from the dunes. And to make the trip less boring, rent a bicycle.

10. Wilanów Palace

This Baroque architectural masterpiece, located on the southeastern outskirts of Warsaw, is on our list of top attractions in Poland. The palace was built in the 17th century as a country residence for King Jan III Sobieski. It combines principles of European art and traditions of Polish building architecture. The facade is decorated with sculptures and sophisticated decorations. In 1805 one of the first art museums in the country was opened in the palace. The building is surrounded by the picturesque Wilanów Park, which Poles are very proud of. You need a ticket to enter the Palace. And if you come on Thursday, you can visit it for free.

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11. Wawel Castle

If you are looking for interesting sights in Poland, visit Krakow. Wawel Castle is one of the best places to see in Poland, with a large pedestrian zone. Polish kings lived and were crowned here and contains the most valuable exhibits of culture, religion and history of the country. The castle rises on a hill overlooking the Vistula River. The abundance of flowers on the territory will attract your attention, as well as the dragon-shaped sculpture installed in 1972.

Anyone can take a walk there, but you have to pay to enter the buildings.

The nearest bus stop is Jubilee and the nearest tram stop is Wawel.

12. The salt mine in Wieliczka

Do you want to see a medieval salt mine? This place is a 30-minute drive from Krakow. The entire underground kingdom reaches a depth of 327 m, but tourists are allowed to see only the top 3 levels at a depth of 135 m. On the 3 km route you can admire salt sculptures, salt lakes, visit the chambers of Casimir the Great and Nicholas Copernicus, the underground chapel of St. Anthony and the mine shaft of Danilovich of the 17th century. This natural landmark of Poland is protected by UNESCO.

Open for visits from 8:30 to 17:30. Paid entrance.

You can get there by train from the central station in Krakow or take the bus 304

13. Xiong Castle

If you want to see one of the largest castles in Europe, go to the rocky cape near the town of Wałbrzych. This architectural complex is located amidst beech forests and thickets of rhododendrons. In the Middle Ages, it served as the residence of the Piast princes of Svidnicko-Javorsky. Walking through the garden, you can enjoy the exhibition of flowers and shrubs, and in the halls of the castle you can see the exhibition of porcelain and pottery.

Opening hours are from April to September:

• Mon-Fri from 09:00 to 18:00
• Sat-Sat from 09:00 to 19:00

You need to buy a ticket to enter. It will take 2-2.5 hours to get there by train or by bus from Wroclaw and it will take an hour by car.

14. Castle Marienburg

Marienburg Castle is one of the top attractions in Poland. You can find this chic example of Gothic brick art on the banks of the Nogat River in the town of Malbork. It was founded by Teutonic Knights in the 13th century, and from the 15th to the 18th century it served as the residence of Kings of Poland. During World War II it had been almost destroyed, but after the war it was renewed. Since 1997 the castle has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the local museum to see its weapons collections, amber jewelry, and armor.

The area is open daily from 10:00 to 16:00. And you can go inside from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 15:00 with a ticket.

You can reach the Castle in less than an hour by train or by car from Gdańsk.

15. Moshnen castle

Feel like the hero of a fairy tale about a knight and a princess! This 17th-century structure includes 99 towers. During its history, the castle did not arouse the interest of foreign conquerors, so it has never performed a defensive function and has remained intact till the present days. The building combines Baroque, Neo-Gothic and Neo-Renaissance styles. On the east side there is a glass greenhouse with unique plants.

On weekdays, you can see the castle from 11:00 to 16:00, and on weekends from 10:00 to 16:00. There is a fee to enter the territory.

The nearest large city is Opole. Half an hour by car and you're there!

16. The Old Town of Zamosc

It is located in the Lublin voivodeship. It was built in the 16th century as an Italian Renaissance fortress town. The historic city center with its Renaissance buildings is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among the best places to go in Poland are the local Market Square, the City Hall with its white front staircase with smooth arches, the Zamoyski Palace, and the Cathedral. In one day you will have time to see the whole city, taste the local food, visit a brewery and take a leisurely walk in the park.

It takes 1.5 hours by bus from Lublin and 2 hours by train.

17. Wroclaw Town Hall and Market Square

The top attractions in Poland include the beautiful places of Wroclaw. The square was founded in the 12th century, but later buildings of different architectural styles were built there. In the center of it you'll see a whole quarter of mansions decorated with elements of Gothic and Art Nouveau. It took nearly 300 years to build the Town Hall and now this is a museum space, housing the Hall of the Bürgers, the Court Hall, the Chancellery and the Great Hall. Near the walls of this historic building, you may see street musicians and artists who harmoniously complement the romantic atmosphere of the old town.

The market square is not far from the station. You can get there by public transport, or you can walk for about 20 minutes.

18. Warsaw Old Town

The historic district of the capital, founded in the 13th century, connects the market square with a variety of cafes, stores, souvenir shops, restaurants and monuments of medieval architecture. Start your tour at the Palace Square and the Royal Palace. If you want to see preserved old buildings, go to the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and the Barbican of Warsaw. The Church of Our Lady of Grace is another beautiful piece of architecture. Each building is a true work of art.

From the center of Warsaw to the Old Town. There are buses and trams from the center of Warsaw to the Old Town. It will take you 10–15 minutes to get there.

19. The Old Town in Gdańsk

The Old Town has numerous historical monuments. Walk through the Golden Gate to the main streets. Here you will see many colorful gingerbread houses decorated with drawings, carvings and sculptural decorations.

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There is the famous marine themed Neptune Fountain in the center of the square. When walking, be sure to visit the Amber Museum and the country's only Shakespeare Theater with a sliding roof. It is easy to get there as the Old Town is located in the center of Gdansk.

20. Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw

Poland's main landmarks also include more modern sites, such as the Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw. The 42-story skyscraper is 234.5 meters high, so it can be seen from almost anywhere in the city. Inside there are museums and exhibitions, as well as offices of private companies, stores, a swimming pool, theaters, conference halls. On the 30th floor, you can get to the observation deck, which offers a gorgeous panoramic view of the entire city. But first you have to buy a ticket on the first floor.

The skyscraper is not far from the train station — you can walk there in 5 minutes or take bus №109.

21. Museum of Polish Aviation

The largest museum of the history of aviation technology development in Poland, which was founded in 1964 in Krakow. It is located on the site of one of the oldest airports in Europe. More than 150 airplanes, gliders and helicopters, as well as an impressive collection of engines, are stored there. Some exhibits are the only ones in the world. It is unique and one of the best places to see in Poland.

You can visit the museum from Tuesday till Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Paid entrance all days except Tuesday.

You can get there in 20–30 minutes by tram or by bus.

22. The Centennial Hall and the Wroclaw Fountain

The monumental building, founded in 1913, is used for various events. Here you can listen to an opera, watch a musical, attend a music festival or a theme fair. One of the world's first concrete structures is an excellent example of early modernism. It is also protected by UNESCO.

The building is located in a quiet park and old trams go to it, which creates a nostalgic atmosphere. Nearby there is a multimedia fountain with 800 points of illumination. It works from April to October, and in winter there is an ice skating rink.

Working hours in summer: from 10:00 to 18:00, it’s closed on Mondays. It takes 17 minutes by tram or bus.

23. Wooden churches

A complex of historically valuable architectural buildings, included into UNESCO list, is located in the south and east of the Małopolska province. Renaissance, Baroque and Gothic buildings perfectly fit the picturesque mountainous area. They were built mostly of solid larch trunks, which were connected by carpenter's locks, without nails, and the roofs were made of shingles.

The train journey from Krakow takes 2.5 hours.

24. Wroclaw Cathedral

Do you like Gothic architecture? Take a look at the Catholic Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Wroclaw. The building looks like a three-nave basilica with several entrances, the spires are 98 meters high. There is the largest organ in Poland inside.

You will find this cathedral in the central part of the city, between the botanical garden and the river.

25. Paradise Cave

If you plan to see the most beautiful places in Poland, go to the cave "Paradise". It is located in the Świętokrzyskie Mountains and hides tens of thousands of amazing stalactites, stalagmites and other formations. Tourists can only access the 180-meter tunnel. Dress warmer, because it is only +9 °C there and the humidity is very high. You can visit the cave from January 15 till November 15 (closed on Mondays and holidays). Only guided tours of the tunnels.

Paid entrance. The nearest town is Kielce. You can get to the cave by car or by bus 31.

26. Deceiving Rocks

This is the nature reserve, in the Table Mountains in southwestern Poland, where the part of the cult movie "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian"was partially filmed. The area of 21 hectares is a real maze of intricately shaped rocks, narrow passages, tunnels and huge corridors. There are also boulders that almost do not touch the ground.

The best way to get there is by car from the small town of Duszniki Zdrój. It takes about 40 minutes to drive, enjoying the scenery on the way. Entering the reserve is strictly on time, every hour, because the road there is one-way traffic. Parking and entrance to the maze is paid.

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27. Beaches of Sopot

If you dream of a seaside vacation, go to the resort town of Sopot, which is located on the Baltic Sea coast in the Gulf of Gdańsk. It is one of the most prestigious resorts in Poland.

There is a wide sandy beach of 4 km long. There is all the necessary infrastructure — cabins, lifeguard towers, showers, cafes and sports grounds. The historical landmark of the famous place in Poland is a wooden 55-meter pier, where concerts are held from time to time. The local beaches are considered the most organized and safest resorts in the Pomeranian Voivodeship for several years.

It takes about 30 minutes by train From Gdańsk to Sopot. Read also: What to take with you on a trip: a checklist of necessary things

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