Kraków Historic Centre
Region: Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship
Cultural Heritage
World Heritage Site preserving medieval streets, Wawel Castle, and cathedral.
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Tourist attractions
Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Region: Oświęcim
History/Memorial
Former concentration camp site conveying the reality of the Holocaust.
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Region: Near Kraków
Industrial Heritage
Salt labyrinth and chapel extending 135m underground.
Białowieża Forest
Region: Podlaskie Voivodeship
Nature
Precious primeval forest inhabited by European bison.
Malbork Castle
Region: Pomeranian Voivodeship
Cultural Heritage
World's largest brick fortress built by the Teutonic Knights.
Warsaw Old Town
Region: Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship
Cultural Heritage
First World Heritage Site recognized for complete post-war reconstruction.
Masuria Lake District
Region: Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship
Nature
Paradise for yachting and canoeing with over 2000 interconnected lakes and canals.
Tatra National Park
Region: Lesser Poland Voivodeship
Nature
Mountain scenic area featuring Rysy Mountain and Morskie Oko lake.
Zamość Old Town
Region: Lublin Voivodeship
Cultural Heritage
Fortress city based on Renaissance ideal urban planning.
Szczecin Port and Oder River Embankment
Region: Szczecin, West Pomeranian Voivodeship
Modern Architecture
Features magnificent 19th-century Wały Chrobrego terraces and Maritime Museum.
Suggested itineraries
Classic Poland 8 Days
Duration (days): 8
Highlights: Warsaw Old Town, Kraków Historic Centre, Wieliczka Salt Mine, Auschwitz Museum
Standard tour connecting capital and southern World Heritage sites by rail. Balanced experience of history and cuisine.
Lakes and Forests Outdoor Journey
Duration (days): 5
Highlights: Masuria Lake Cruise, Białowieża Forest Walk, Słowiński National Park Baltic Sea Dunes
Nature-focused route enjoying kayaking and cycling in northeastern lakes and primeval forests.
Music and Art Weekend in Warsaw
Duration (days): 3
Highlights: Chopin Museum, National Museum, Warsaw Philharmonic
Urban mini-trip concentrating on cultural facilities over the weekend, concluding with a concert.
Travel tips
- High-speed rail EIP is convenient for inter-city travel, with discounts for early online booking.
- Lunch sets (obiad domowy) are a good deal when dining out.
- Many ATMs on street corners, but "Euronet" has high fees, so be careful.
- Tap water is potable but hard, so many people use bottled water.
- Sub-zero temperatures continue in winter, so waterproof boots and slip-resistant soles are essential.
- Most shops are closed on Sundays, only tourist-oriented shops are open.
- For taxis, use officially licensed taxis or Bolt ride-hailing app for safety.
- Public toilets are generally paid, prepare small change.
- Tips at restaurants are 5-10% of the bill in cash as a guideline.
- Museums and shops may close early on Catholic holidays.
- Mountain hiking requires rain gear as weather can change suddenly.
- Baltic Sea dunes and lakeside areas have many mosquitoes, insect repellent is useful.
- Subways and trams have no gates but ticket inspection is strict, so don't forget to validate.
- Old towns are safe at night but avoid alleys with little foot traffic.
- Pharmaceuticals can only be purchased at pharmacies (APTEKA), most closed on Sundays even for over-the-counter drugs.