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What to do in Gdansk: The only city guide you’ll need

One of Poland’s oldest cities, packed with colorful, architectural masterpieces, a center for historical treasures, lined by long white sanded beaches, and a symbol of the outbreak of the Second World War. Solidarity was born in Gdansk, the first anti-Soviet labor union. There is no arguing Gdansk is an important city, but it’s also one of the most beautiful cities in Poland. I totally fell in love with this place, and I’m sure you will too, so I put together a list of what to do in Gdansk and all the things you need to know to have a perfect stay.

There is so much to do in this wonderful corner of Poland that you could probably stay a week. But if you don’t have that long, here are the best things to do in Gdansk so you can pick your preferences and get the most of the time there.

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How to get to Gdansk

Gdansk is one of the biggest cities in Poland so it’s well commuted with the rest of the country, but there are also flights from other parts of Europe.

The airport is Gdansk Airport. Getting from the airport to Gdansk city center is easiest by SKM Train from Terminal 2 (departures) to Gdansk Wrzeszcz and change train there to the city center. You can buy tickets at the ticket machines at the train station.

The trains leave frequently and it’s much quicker than taking the bus which often stand in traffic. On the other hand, the bus takes you directly to the old town without change of vehicle.

Alternatively, you can go by taxi or download the FreeNow App which is similar to Uber. This is definitely much cheaper than regular taxis.

The main bus station in Gdansk is Gdańsk Główny (main station), where most national and international buses arrive and leave from. It takes under 10 minutes to walk to the old town, but there are taxis or you can use the FreeNow App to order a car if you have a lot of things to carry to your hotel.

Check buses and prices to Gdansk here .

Gdańsk Główny Railway Station is just behind the bus station. There are trains from all over Europe, as well as national trains going to Gdansk main station.

Check trains and prices to Gdansk here .

If you drive to Gdansk it can be worth noting that there is no such thing as free parking in the city center. It’s worth looking for a hotel with free parking if you plan on staying in the city for a few days.

Red Parking Zone: You have to pay all days between 09:00-20:00. This is the most expensive parking zone.

Blue Parking Zone: This is slightly cheaper than Red Zone and requires payment all days except public holidays from 09:00-17:00.

Green Parking Zone: Outside the city center with paying hours between 09:00-15:00.

Rent a car here .

How to get around in Gdansk

Gdansk is a walkable city and you can easily get around by foot. However, if you want to go to places near Gdansk you can either book a driver for pretty cheap or take the bus or the tram.

You can buy bus/tram tickets on vending machines or directly from the driver. Once on the bus or tram, you need to validate your ticket.

There is also an Android app you can download to buy tickets, which is called Jakdojade. You don’t need to validate your app ticket as it’s accessible through the app. You find the app here .

If you want to travel to Gdynia or Sopot, you can take the SKM Train which leaves frequently throughout the day and every 2 hours at night time.

You can buy train tickets on the machines on the train station. Make sure you validate the tickets on the platform before you board the train. There is also an app for buying train tickets, Skycash .

Best time to go to Gdansk

Gdansk is a wonderful summer escape with its astounding beaches. In June it’s normally not much rain and the Polish tourists usually don’t go before July and August. July is also said to be the rainiest month of the year.

If you don’t care too much about chilling at the beach and go swimming, the shoulder seasons in spring and autumn are beautiful to go sightseeing and not too cold.

But Gdansk also make a great winter city break in Europe as it offers so much sightseeing and is packed with museums. In winter the city usually gets temperatures around -3 to +3 degrees Celsius and occasionally it snows a little. You can read more about visiting in winter here .

Related: Places to go for Poland winter holidays

Best things to do in Gdansk

There are a lot of great things to do in Gdansk, here is a good selection of them so you can pick and choose how to spend your stay. The city you see today is mostly rebuilt after the World War Two, who practically destroyed everything Gdansk once was. That they did an amazing job rebuilding it is an understatement. The Poles turned Gdansk into easily the prettiest city in the country. So whatever you think are the best things to do in Gdansk, I’m sure you’ll enjoy its beauty.

Walk the Royal Way

During Medieval times, the Royal Way was used by kings to enter the city. It was a public event where everyone gathered to welcome the king and his men.

Today, it’s still one of the most important streets in Gdansk old town where you’ll find a lot of the most visited tourist attractions.

Walk along the charming, tall houses in Dutch style, and admire Artus Court and Neptune’s Fountain among other attractions. At the western end of this historical street, you find the Golden Gate.

Golden House

The Golden House is an important building where several of the city’s mayors have lived throughout the years. It’s decorated with statues and it’s said that the ghost of Judyta Speymann walks around the hallways whispering “Act justly”.

The Golden House was destroyed during World War Two and later rebuilt.

Tall ship river cruise

It might seem touristy and clishé, but what I remember as one of the most fun things to do in Gdansk was to ride a tall ship through the Motlawa River. It’s themed as Pirate Ship which makes it an adventure for the whole family.

You can actually take the ship to Westerplatte in the summer months, which can be a nice alternative mode of transport.

You can buy tickets on the dock next to the ships.

Climb the clock tower of the Main Town Hall

Along The Royal Way you find the Main Town Hall, recognized by its green, Gothic clock tower. This is where you’ll find the best views in Gdansk, so make sure you head there to climb up to see for yourself.

History buffs will also love Gdansk History Museum which is in the same building.

St. Mary’s Church

The most prominent landmark in Gdansk is without a doubt St. Mary’s Church, not so surprising, it’s one of the world’s largest brick churches. Located in the heart of Gdansk old town, a visit to the basilica is one of the top things to do in Gdansk.

Climb the more than 400 steps to the top of the bell tower for another spectacular view of the city. Gdansk is unique and beautiful, and it’s hard to get enough of the views of the colorful, charming houses that line up across the old town.

St. Mary’s Street (Mariacki street)

This street goes between St. Mary’s Basilica and the Motlawa River. Unique to Gdansk, when Mariacki street was rebuilt after the World War Two destruction, they used mainly debris found in the area which they puzzled together.

This charming street is packed with restaurants and cafes, and recognized for its stone terraces with broad stone staircases invading the cobblestoned street, and distinctive gargoyle rain gutters.

Prison Tower and Torture House

The Prison Tower was originally built in the 14th century as part of the city fortification. Later, it was rebuilt and used partly as courthouse, torture house, and prison. Until the middle of the 19th century it was even used for executions.

After being harmed in the Second World War, the structure was rebuilt and now houses a museum where you can learn everything about its intriguing history.

Also known as The Crane, Zuraw is a waterfront crane originally from the 15th century, and one of the most prominent landmarks in Gdansk.

The Crane has been used to transfer cargoes, raise masts on ships, and as one of the city gates, even a defense function. This was before it was destroyed under World War Two.

After the war, it was rebuilt and now it belongs to the Polish Maritime Museum.

Artus Court

Artus Court used to be a meeting place for merchants in the 16th and 17th centuries. Today it is part of Gdansk History Museum, full of stunning sculptures and paintings.

The main attraction is the tiled stove in the main hall. With its 10,64 meters, it’s the tallest one in Europe.

As so many other historical buildings in Gdansk, Artus Court was completely destroyed during World War Two and was rebuilt to the beautiful structure you see today.

Neptune’s Fountain

Neptune’s Fountain is right in front of Artus Court along the Royal Way. Originally, it was built in 1549. During World War Two, the fountain was taken apart in pieces and hidden together with other local treasures. This saved it from the massive destruction the city saw. It was returned on its place after the war and later restored in 2011-2012.

The fountain is an astounding masterpiece in a mannerist-rococo style recognized by the statue of Neptune on top.

European Solidarity Center

The European Solidarity Center is a young museum from 2014, nonetheless important to Polish history. It shows the history of the Solidarity Movement that grew in Poland in the 1980s as well as the anti-communist opposition in Europe.

The museum also encourages open discussions and debates about the issues of social justice and other relevant topics.

Sopot beach

Sopot beach is the finest in the Tri-City (Gdansk, Sopot, and Gdynia) and a visit there is without a doubt one of the best things to do in Gdansk.

Not only is it an astounding beach, but it also has Europe’s longest wooden pier with it’s 511,5 meters. This makes Sopot beach worth visiting even if you’re in Gdansk in winter .

Museum of the Second World War

One of the most popular museums in Gdansk, featuring everything on the Second World War. The museum is divided in different rooms showcasing the different stages in the war and the suffering it caused. The rooms are spread over three main sections: Road to war, The horror of war, and The long shadow of war. There is even a children’s section.

This is an extremely impactful museum where you’ll learn a lot about what happened through old photos and videos.

Book tour and tickets here .

Westerplatte

Westerplatte was the Ground Zero of the Second World War and where the first shots of the war took place in 1939. Poles recognize Westerplatte as an extremely important site representing the bravery of defending the city against Hitler.

Today, Westerplatte is memorial site and historical park where you can see ruins and shelled bunkers as well as small museums, usually only open in the high season.

This is without a doubt one of the most important places to visit in Gdansk. You can get to Westerplatte by bus no. 106 or take the tall ship along the Motlawa river.

Golden Gate

At the end of The Royal Way, Dlugi Targ, you get to the Golden Gate, an astounding Renaissance city gate.

During the Second World War, the original gate was destroyed, originally built between 1642-1644. It was restored to what you see today in 1997.

Oliwa Cathedral

Being the longest Medieval cathedral in Poland with its 107 meters, the Oliwa Cathedral is a must visit in Gdansk. The basilica dates back to the 12th century and is often considered the most beautiful in the country.

The interior is beautifully decorated with paintings from the 17th century, baroque and rococo altars, chapels, and tombs.

Yet the church is mostly known for its astounding rococo organ consisting of 7876 reed pipes! There are also 25 small, detailed angel figures decorating this wonderful instrument.

Gradowa Gora Hill

The short hike up to Gradowa Hill is definitely one of the best things to do in Gdansk if you plan to stay a few days. It’s a 46 meter high hill showcasing a 19th century fortress and lovely city views.

Gradowa Gora Hill is only a short walk from the main bus and train station.

Stutthof Concentration Camp

Only 50 kilomters outside the city, in Sztutowo, you find one of the longest active concentration camps in Poland. Not as famous as Auschwitz, the Stutthof Concentration Camp is just as strong an experience and important in both Polish and world history.

You can witness the different camps, the villa of the main commandant, as well as gas chambers and crematoriums. Some 65 000 people lost their lives in Stutthof concentration camp. These were prisoners from 28 countries, mainly people that the German army considered slowing down their takeover of the Pomerania region.

There is a memorial statue of Wiktor Tołkin, a member of the Armia Krajowa resistance that was arrested and imprisoned in Auschwitz between 1942 and 1944.

What to do in Gdansk as a responsible traveler

I hope you’ve got a good idea of what to do in Gdansk. But as always, make sure you travel responsibly and respect the locals wherever you go. Make sure you especially pay respect if you visit the concentration camp as it’s an extremely sensitive and horrific part of Polish (and European) history.

You can also bring a few zero waste items to avoid single use plastic, like a reusable water bottle, reusable coffee cup, and straw.

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Public transport in Gdansk is a convenient way to explore the city. The fares are acceptable, and if there are no traffic jams caused by some roadworks, accidents or extreme weather, it’s pretty punctual. All the buses and most of the trams are modern, with air-conditioning in summer and heating in winter. All buses and most trams are equipped with wheelchair ramps (serviced by the driver after pressing the button). For longer routes, there is the SKM Gdansk – Gdynia train that has stops along Gdansk, Gdynia and Sopot .

Tip: download Jakdojade mobile application for Android or Iphone . You may check schedules, real-time departures, routes, maps, and buy tickets in this app. It also works for public transport in other cities.

The bus and tram network allows you to get to any place in the city – beaches , museums and the Oliwa district , although it sometimes takes time to get there. To find buses and tram maps, look at the official public transport page of Gdansk , but you will find the best routes easier in the Jakdojade App .

Public transport in Gdansk – buses and trams

Where to buy bus and tram tickets.

Tickets for buses and trams are the same . They may be obtained from kiosks, ticket booths (rare), ticket vending machines or from the driver. After entering the bus/tram, you need to validate the ticket . You only need to do it once. It is also possible to buy tickets using the Android App ( Jakdojade , Mobilet), but it is better to do it before you enter the vehicle . Tickets bought in the Apps don’t need to be validated, and they appear in the App.

Tip: if you can choose between tram and bus on your route, choose tram during rush hours, and bus outside rush hours. Trams are fast, but have too many stops. Unless there are traffic jams – buses are faster.

Types of bus and tram tickets in Gdansk

There are one-ride tickets , that are only valid for one ride – after you leave the bus/tram you must buy another one to go further. There are also time tickets, that allow you to change buses and trams until the ticket runs out of time. Unfortunately, there are no tickets valid for more than 72 hours. There are, of course, monthly tickets, but it is highly unlikely that you’ll need them.

To use night buses or trams (those with the letter N in the beginning, for example, N1) you needed to buy a separate ticket , which was a bit more expensive. However, since the 1st of April 2020, there has been no distinction between day and night tickets. Depending on where you buy it, the variety of tickets offered may differ.

Public transport in Gdansk ticket prices

The ticket prices are as shown below:

If you travel without a valid ticket, the fine is 154 PLN if you pay it within 7 days. Otherwise, it rises to 220 PLN

*You are entitled to buy a reduced ticket when you are a student up to 26 years old, and you have an ISIC or EURO26 STUDENT card that was issued outside Poland.

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Public transport in Gdansk – SKM Gdansk – Gdynia train

Gdansk has no metro, but there is SKM train , which is a fast way to travel within the main communication route. It is frequently called Gdansk – Gdynia train, but some trains go further, even beyond Wejherowo. SKM trains stop at every station, so it is also a good way to get from Gdansk to sightsee or party in Sopot. Travelling from Gdansk to Gdynia with SKM train lasts only 33 minutes and costs 6,5 PLN, while to Sopot it’s only 20 minutes and 4,2 PLN. Since 2013 there has also been a second line of SKM (PKM) that goes to the airport and Kaszuby. This is much faster than the bus, and the punctuality is not dependable on traffic. Gdansk – Gdynia train usually leaves every 10–15 minutes until evening, then every 30 minutes until night, and every 2 hours during the night.

There is a variety of tickets to travel on SKM, including one-ride tickets, 24-hour tickets, return tickets, group/family tickets and zone tickets. You need to consult their website to check, which ticket is best for you. Skycash App will automatically hint you with the ticket that best suits your needs.

SKM train tickets

Tickets are sold at the railway stations, automatic ticket machines on the phone (Skycash App) or on the board. If you buy the ticket from the cash desk at the railway station, make sure to validate it before you get on board. Tickets bought in the automatic ticket machine or by Skycash App don’t need to be validated. There are no validators inside the trains .

To buy the ticket on the board (there is an extra fee), you need to get in through the first door . Otherwise, the ticket inspector may stop you on your way to buy a ticket and fine you for not having one.

Unless you are a Polish citizen or have a permanent residence card, you can’t buy SKM reduced tickets.

MZKZG tickets (Metropolitarny ticket)

What is MZKZG? It is an association of cities around Gdansk, that decided to make it more convenient to travel in the area. MZKZG includes Gdansk, Gdynia , Sopot and a couple of smaller cities around Tricity.

If you want to travel both bus/tram and SKM, or you plan to use public transport in Gdansk and other cities within MZKZG, you should consider buying a combined ticket . Using that ticket, it is possible to go by bus/tram and SKM train. One more advantage of this ticket is that one of them is valid for 72 hours ! The types of tickets and their prices are as follows:

*You may buy a reduced MZKZG ticket for buses with your ISIC/EURO26 Student card, but unfortunately, unless you are a Polish citizen or have a permanent residence card, you are not entitled to buy SKM reduced tickets. Combined tickets are difficult to buy. Usually, they are available in the main SKM stations, but the most convenient way is to install the Jakdojade app on your phone and buy it inside the application.

What else should you know about public transport in Gdansk?

On-demand bus stops.

At some bus stops, those marked “Na zadanie” or “NZ” you need to show the driver that you want to get on/off the bus. While inside, you need to press the “Stop” button, while waiting at the bus stop, you have to waive for the bus to stop.

Note that during the night, all the bus stops are “Na zadanie”

Time tickets expiry

Theoretically, you have to leave the bus after your ticket runs out of time. But if according to the schedule, the bus was supposed to come to your destination within the validity of your ticket, but is late because of traffic, you can ride with that ticket even after it is void. But beware, that some ticket inspectors will not be willing to apply that rule (even though it’s stated in the terms). Furthermore, if you use the mobile app to buy the ticket, make sure to capture the screen with the ticket, as it may disappear once the ticket validity is over.

Bus stop boards

At some main bus and tram stops, there are electronic boards showing departures from the bus stop. If the information is “ za XY min “, this is the real-time from GPS installed on the bus. If it shows the exact time of departure, this is the time according to the schedule, not the real-time info.

Airport connection

It’s easy and cheap to reach Gdansk airport by public transport. You just need a normal ticket, no extra fee is charged. Check Getting from Gdansk airport to the city centre by bus, train and taxi for more information.

Alternative to public transport?

Car sharing is getting more and more popular. It’s cheaper than taking a taxi and faster than public transport, so many people use it. Moreover, you may use the public bike system  – Mevo – for a short distance.

For more information and a voucher code for some minutes scooter ride, check our article on car motorbike and scooter sharing in Gdansk and Mevo – a public bike system in Tricity and surroundings.

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If you are considering going to other Polish cities, check our articles on public transport in Warsaw , Krakow , Wroclaw, and Poznan .

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What’s the difference between Regular and Reduced prices? Smething to do with age?

Hope to hear from yuo soon.

Best fregards

As foreigner, you are entitled to a reduced ticket for buses (only!) if you are a student up to 26 years old, and you can prove it with an ISIC card or EURO26 “Student” card – those cards must be issued outside Poland.

Cheers Maciek

Thanks Jeff, I’ll update the info. When you purchase the ticket, it’ll appear in the application under “show to control” menu. And yes, you may buy two tickets on a single phone – just need to follow the buying procedure once again. Both tickets will be visible in the app.

We are to people having a holliday in Gdansk. One is 70 years old. For our stay we want to buy 72 hours ticket for bus and tram. Where do we buy this tickets? Can we use this also in our trip from the airport to the city?

Regards Marianne

Hello Mrs Thompson,

If you are over 70 you don’t need to buy tickets for buses and trams within Tricity – just have your ID with you. As for the SKM trains – I would buy one-ride/return tickest (or other depending on where you want to go). 25% discount applies to You.

Have a nice stay in Gdansk!

How old are children free up to on the Gdansk trams please? I have a 4 year old. Thank you.

Children under 4 don’t need tickets on buses and trams.

Dear Sirs, What’s the difference between regular and reduced fared?

Best regards

Thanks for providing this resource. We are currently in Gdansk and are planning to purchase an “24hour ticket (all MZKZG+SKM train)” for each of us. I downloaded the Jakdojade app for Android and can see how to purchase the ticket (BTW – it does come up in English after the “Accept Terms” page). The question is how to use the ticket once it’s purchased and is there a way to buy tickets for two people on a single phone?

Thanks in advance for the help.

We are going to Gdansk on 29 May for 1 week. Which is the best public transport ticket to buy so we can travel by Bus, Tram and Train in Gdansk, Sopot & Gdynia , And which we can use also late evening ?

Hello Marianne If you are 70 years old and have your ID with you, you don’t need tickets for buses and trams – but still you need ticket for PKM and SKM trains!. The best way to buy 72 hour ticket is to use Jakdojade App. But if you want to buy paper ticket, you should ask at the Gdansk Train Station underground passage (look for ZTM Customer Service nr 3 or try at the train tickets cash desk) or at the post office in Dluga Street). The complete list where you can buy this ticket is here: https://mzkzg.org/punkty-sprzedazy-biletow-jednorazowych-24-i-72-godzinnych Yes, this ticket allows you to go to the airport with the bus, and if you buy the 46PLN/23PLN ticket, also with the PKM/SKM Train.

We are going to gdansk for 2 weeks we are over 70 so we need to jump on and off transport what is best ticket to buy for all holiday,thank you

The easiest way is to buy two 72hours MZKZG tickets (46 PLN each) – this is the only ticket that allows you to use Bus, Tram and Train in Gdansk, Sopot & Gdynia and you don’t need to worry about it any more. But of course, it depends on how you plan your stay here. Maybe it is enough for you to buy Bus&Tram tickets and one-ride train ticket when you really need it.

So, there is no reduction for people over 70 on public transportation?

If you are over 60, there is 25% reduction on SKM trains. If you are over 70, you don’t need any ticket for buses or trams . You just need to carry your ID with you.

What is the name of your app on Apple devices for buying tram tickets? What is the cost of monthly Cards for students?

The App I use is Jakdojade and it works perfect. Monthly card for students for trams and buses costs 41-48 PLN, depending on whether you want it to be valid also on night buses.

hello if I buy the ticket MZKZG for 46zloty in the jakdojde app is it valid for all trams, busses and skm trains then? in just one city or in all 3? Gdansk , Gdynia and Sopot? I want to get around a bit so want to buy the best ticket for my reason

and what’s the difference between the 72hour ticket for 30 zloty and 46? on the 30 zloty ticket its say ztmgda+zkmgdy+mzkwej

have a nice evening mattias

Hello Mattias, 46 PLN ticket is valid on buses, trams and trolleys in Gdansk, Sopot and Gdynia, and SKM nad PR (Przewozy regionalne) trains that run in Tricity. The difference between 46 PLN ticket and 30 PLN ticket is that 30 PLN ticket is NOT valid on the trains.

Could you be so kind to link to the time tables for the bus going from and coming to the airport? The public transport website is not in English and translates poorly using google.

Many thanks!

Good idea, I’ll link them in the article. But to be quicker than that:

This is bus 210 going from the opposite Main train station in Gdansk: https://ztm.gda.pl/rozklady/rozklad-210_20191123-8-2-dzien-20200219.html (all of them pass by airport, those with letter “a” end there.

This is the same bus going from the airport: https://ztm.gda.pl/rozklady/rozklad-210_20191123-17-1-dzien-20200219.html

This is the bus going from Gdansk Wrzeszcz train station to the airport: https://ztm.gda.pl/rozklady/rozklad-110_20191215-1-2-dzien-20200219.html

And this is the same bus going from the airport to Gdansk Wrzeszcz https://ztm.gda.pl/rozklady/rozklad-110_20191215-1-1-dzien-20200219.html

I bought a 72 h ticket from the red machine for 28 PLN then I was stopped by a ticket inspector saying this is only a train ticket. How in the hell that is possible that a 72 h from that machine works only on trains and not on trams. These companies need better user interfaces.

I doublechecked on their website as I was afraid that I may have not updated the prices – but I can’t see any 72h ticket that costs 28 PLN. May you upload the picture somewhere? Were you given a fine or just a warning?

Can someone send an official link about the fine charges /price list .I was charged 156zl from the discounted 222zl and I see people say it should be way lesser .Lady at the counter said its standard amount and that I should check it on the website .It seems like the guy just charged me anything he felt like charging me .I can’t seem to find any precise data on all this .Thanks for the help.

Here is the link to official charges: https://ztm.gda.pl/bilety/oplaty-dodatkowe,a,3151 As I can see, you were charged according to that list.

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Visiting Gdansk: 18 Wonderful Things to Do | Ultimate City Guide

Nestled on the Baltic Sea coast, this cute port town boasts rich and complicated history, plenty of exciting sights to see, and one of the mesmerizing museums, to name a few. Visiting Gdansk should be on anyone’s plans when planning a trip to Poland. Therefore, this ultimate guide to visiting Gdansk is packed with all the necessary information, the best things to do in Gdansk, and much more. 

Even though this post is based on my travels to Gdansk in winter, you can enjoy and experience most of the things listed here all year round. 

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Why Visit Gdansk? 

Located in northern Poland, Gdansk is the fourth-largest city. Together with the cities of Sopot and Gdynia, it forms a metropolitan area called Trojmiasto in Polish, or Tricity in English. 

Even though Gdansk is a coastal town, it doesn’t feel like it because the Baltic Sea coast is far away from the city. However, it still brings breeze and cold to Gdansk.

One of the main reasons for visiting Gdansk is that it was the ground zero of World War II. It is here where the first shots were fired. Therefore the city has plenty of exciting and unique sights to explore. 

Throughout its history, Prussia, Germany, and Poland ruled the city of Gdansk. In the middle ages, the area of the current Gdansk was inhabited by mainly German settlers, while in the 17th century, it was home to a large number of Jewish Poles, Poles, Latvians, Dutch, and Flemings. 

In the most recent past, between 1920 and 1939, Gdansk was a semi-autonomous city-state called Free City of Danzig (a German name for Gdansk). The city was formed after World War I, according to the Treaty of Versailles. The Free City of Danzig also incorporated around 200 surrounding towns and villages that Germans primarily inhabited.

According to the Treaty, the Free City of Danzig was supposed to remain detached from the newly independent Polish Republic and the post-war German Republic. League of Nations protected the city. 

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Unfortunately, the obscure political statues of the Free City of Danzig created some tensions and led to World War II. During this tragic era of humanity, 90% of the city center was in ruins. People completely rebuilt it to its original state after the war. 

Frequent border changes, displacement of its citizens, and new settlements have shaped the modern-day Gdansk in and after 1945. 

In the 1980s, Gdansk became the birthplace of the Polish Solidarity movement, which was the main driving force to end Communism in the country. It also helped speed up the processes of breaking the Eastern Bloc, falling the Berlin Wall, and concluding the Warsaw Pact. 

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Best time to visit gdansk.

Gdansk’s climate is gentler than elsewhere in Poland as the city is very close to the Baltic Sea. Summers here are colder than in southern Poland, while temperatures in winter are above zero. Although the wind is relatively common in Gdansk. 

The beginning of spring still feels like winter, with short days, low temperatures, and not much sun. The weather in April is inconsistent, and it can bring sun and snow most of the time. Therefore, late May is the best time to visit Gdansk in spring. At this time, days are warmer, and plants start to turn green. 

Another best time to visit Gdansk is in June to avoid big tourist groups but take advantage of long warm days with almost no rain. Even though the weather is not that warm to swim in the Baltic Sea, it is ideal for seeing the city and making day trips. 

The peak season for Gdansk is July and August, and the hotels get booked far in advance. During these months, many locals also come to Gdansk for their vacation because of its access to the sea. 

September is another best time to visit Gdansk with fewer tourists and still warm days to appreciate long strolls in the city. The real autumn here starts in October, making it ideal to see fall colors in this cute town. However, autumn brings lots of rain too.  

Gdansk in winter brings Christmas markets and festive decorations to the city. The days are shorter, and the temperatures can go below zero, but with fewer crowds and lower prices, consider visiting Gdansk in December. 

How Many Days to Spend in Gdansk

The majority of Gdansk attractions are in the Old Town and within walking distance from each other. Therefore, you can finish the majority of sights in one day. 

The season you plan on visiting Gdansk or what you want to do determines how many days to spend in Gdansk. 

For warmer and longer days in spring, summer, or autumn, 2 full days are enough for city sightseeing. However, for relaxing summer days at Gdansk beaches, add another 2-3 days. 

Visiting Gdansk in winter requires 3 full days because the days are shorter, and the majority of the museums close at 4 pm. We stayed in Gdansk in winter for 2 full days, and even though we managed to see pretty much everything, it still felt a bit rushed. 

How to Get to Gdansk

Visiting Gdansk is easy as it is well-connected to the rest of the country and the European continent. Lech Walesa Airport is the main domestic and international airport in Gdansk. Therefore, you can quickly fly directly from other cities in Poland or Europe. 

→ Get a private transfer from Gdansk airport to your accommodation .  

If you are in Poland already, Gdansk is also well-connected to the country’s main cities like Warsaw , Krakow , Poznan , Wroclaw , with public transport. 

The train is the easiest and fastest public transport in Poland. There are also buses, but they might take longer than trains to get to the destination depending on traffic. Therefore, I advise you to travel via train to the central train station in Gdansk (Gdańsk Główny). 

How to Get Around Gdansk GDANSK

All the places to visit in Gdansk are in the city center, making it a walkable city. When visiting Gdansk, you don’t need to use public transport for the main attractions. Use Gdansk public transport only when traveling to Sopot, Gdynia, Westerplatte, or Zaspa neighborhood, to name a few. 

Tickets for trams and buses are the same. Here are quick ticket prices: 

Single journey for regular, fast, and night lines – 3.80 PLN 60 minutes for all lines – 4.40 PLN 24 Houts for all lines – 14 PLN

You can buy tickets from vending machines at the tram/bus stops, from kiosks, or Jakdojade mobile app. Don’t forget to validate the tickets when you get on the bus/tram. Tickets bought via mobile app don’t need to be validated. You’ll get a fine of 154 PLN for traveling without a valid ticket, which you need to pay within 7 days. Otherwise, the price will increase. 

I recommend downloading the Bolt taxi app if you want to use a taxi in Gdansk (use code YRP76 for a discount). It has relatively reasonable prices and is the best choice if you need to get somewhere in a hurry or arrive at Gdansk airport late at night and don’t feel like using public transport. 

Where to Stay in Gdansk

Gdansk has many accommodation options, including hostels, hotels for various budgets, and apartments. 

Our choice : Apartament Kameralny 11 na Starówce – centrally located behind the St. Mary’s Basilica. This apartment is one of the best places to stay in Gdansk and has everything to make your days here comfortable. The flat is bright with modern furniture, a TV and a full kitchenette to prepare your meals. All the Gdansk sightseeing are within walking distance from here. 

Mid-range apartment : Blue Mandarin Old Town – is another centrally located option with views of the river or Gdansk Old Town. These modern apartments come with dining areas and a fully equipped kitchen. 

Mid-range aparthotel : Dwór Uphagena ARCHE Hotel Gdańsk – a great hotel in Gdansk with reasonable prices and close to the main Gdansk attractions like Green Gate and Long Market street. The rooms are elegant with a minimalist approach and a touch of color in their design. 

Hostel : Bi-Pi Hostel – one of the best places to stay in Gdansk if you are on the budget. Located in the city’s center, unlike many hostels, this one doesn’t have big dorm rooms. Instead, it has double, triple, and quadruple rooms with shared bathrooms. And if you want some privacy, they also have a double room with a private bathroom. 

Boutique hotel : Hotel Impresja – is another alternative to stay in Gdansk for those who’d like to be a fit far away from the hustle and bustle of the town but still be close to the main attractions. This hotel has a cute design and an elegant dining room with gorgeous stained glass windows. 

Luxury hotel : Radisson Hotel & Suites , overlooking the Motława River, is across the Green Gate, offering magnificent views of the riverside backdropped by cute houses. All rooms here have a desk, air-conditioning, a kettle, TV, and safety box, while some rooms even have a kitchen. 

Holiday Inn Gdansk is another alternative if you are looking for a luxury hotel in Gdansk. Located on the shore of Motława River on Spichrzów Island, the hotel also offers views of the Old Town like the Radisson Hotel. Its Sky Bar on the 7th floor offers panoramic views of the city. 

→ Find other apartments and hotels in Gdansk here . 

18 Wonderful Things to Do in Gdansk

There is something for everyone in Gdansk, but it is mainly the city for history lovers due to its complicated past and the starting point of the Second World War. It is fascinating to see how Gdansk rebuilt the destroyed city center as it was pre-war. 

From wandering the cobblestone streets, visiting its magnificent museums, and trying Polish food, here are the best things to do in Gdansk. 

Buy Gdansk Tourist Card for free entrance and discounts

Before I get into the sightseeing, one of the things to do in Gdansk, or even before your visit, is to buy Gdansk Tourist Card and its Sightseeing Package if you plan on visiting Gdansk museums. 

With the card, you have free admission to most museums and reasonable discounts on others. The card also offers various discounts for selected restaurants, services, and landmarks. 

It’s straightforward to use and quite convenient. You can buy it online and pick up at various points throughout the city or buy it once you get to Gdansk. 

→ Check out their website for more information

Stroll down the Dlugi Targ (Long Market street)

Długi Targ is the central pedestrian street of Gdansk Old Town. It was a merchant road that led to the oval market area in the past. The street is between the Golden and Green Gates of the city. 

Before the 18th century, the street was also called Royal Route; only Polish monarchs used this path to enter the city. Therefore, the richest, prominent, and elite inhabitants lived in these houses. 

Dlugi Targ street was also a place for executions of criminals that were either city’s citizens or the nobles, heretics, and witches. 

Today, the street is home to some of Gdansk’s most charming, colorful, and ornate houses. Each building is a piece of art in its way, adorned with portraits of its inhabitants, statues, stuccos, mosaics, and painted figurative scenes, to name a few. They all have individual characters, and I am sure each has an intriguing story to tell. They are so stunning that I couldn’t help me from taking dozens of photos of every building. 

The ground part of each house is still preserved along the street. Cemented staircases with ornate gargoyle rain gutters covered in a skinny layer of moss are absolutely mesmerizing to admire. 

Apart from architectural marvels, the street has many shops, cute cafes and coffee shops, souvenir shops, convenience stores, exchange offices, etc. 

Places to visit in Gdansk Old Town: 

Złota Brama (Golden Gate): one of the main gates which lead to Long Market street. Famous Flemish architects created the gate adorning it with allegorical statues. The gate, constructed in the mid-17th century, was destroyed entirely during WWII and was not restored until 1997. 

“Small states grow by concord, great ones fall by disagreement,” reads the inscription on it. Unfortunately, during our stay in Gdansk, scaffolds covered the gate due to the renovation. 

Town Hall : this Gothic-Renaissance-styled Town Hall is the second tallest building in the city, which hosted various Polish Kings visiting Gdansk in the past. Today, it’s home to the Gdansk Museum, giving you a glimpse of its past life. 

Lavish ceiling paintings of the Red Hall will leave you speechless before shifting your gaze towards the impressively-sized fireplace. 

Other rooms of the museum showcase vintage furniture of the 16th-17th centuries, around 600 silver china and other pieces, and temporary exhibits in the Pile Gallery. 

During our visit, the Gallery hosted breathtaking works of Tomasz Setowski, a local artist whose pieces showcase the fairy-tale world blended with reality in the most fascinating way. He is recognized as one of the most gifted and original painters of the young generation who created his own unique style. 

The museum’s top floor shows what life was like in Gdańsk before the war. Small displays reveal the everyday lives of Gdansk citizens, home layout, and what items they’ve used. Apart from this, there are displays of businesses, a bank, and a pharmacy, to name a few.  

You can go to the viewing platform to enjoy sweeping views of the Gdansk Old Town from this floor. Unfortunately, it was closed for renovation during our visit. 

Opening Hours: closed on Tuesdays . The rest of the days are from 10 am – 4 pm. Thursday from 10 am – 6 pm.  Entrance Fee: Adults – 16 PLN for the museum and 12 PLN for the viewing platform. Free on Mondays or anytime with Gdansk Tourist Card.  Website: Museum Gdansk

Neptune Fountain: a famous Flemish architect created a bronze statue of Neptune, Roman God of Sea, in 1617. He also designed nearby Artus Court, the Golden House (41 Długi Targ street), and The Royal Granary next to the Central Maritime Museum. The statue was transformed into a fountain in the 1630s. 

Neptune’s statue is the symbol of Gdansk, which was dismantled and hidden during the Second World War. The authorities put back the statue to its rightful spot only in 1954.

Artus Court: this remarkable manor was a meeting site for merchants and a centre of social life. It is named after King Arthur and its famous round table concept. 

In the mid-19th century, it was renovated into a Dutch Mannerism style after a devastating fire, featuring striking sculptures and illustrations of man’s values and sins. 

Inside is the museum now, featuring magnificent paintings of unknown artists, ornamented furniture, ship models, coat of arms, armours, and tapestries, to name a few. 

The central piece of the museum is the 11-meter high heating stove covered in gorgeous 520 individual tiles showcasing the most outstanding leaders of Europe. The heater is said to be the tallest one in Europe. 

Opening Hours: closed on Tuesdays . The rest of the days are from 10 am – 4 pm. Thursday from 10 am – 6 pm.  Entrance Fee: Adults – 16 PLN; Free on Mondays or anytime with Gdansk Tourist Card.  Website: Museum Gdansk

Brama Zielona (Green Gate): four-arched gatehouse on the riverfront used to be a palace for Polish monarchs. Even though none of the Polish Kings lived here, Lech Wałęsa (the driving force of the Solidarity Movement) had an office before the European Solidarity Center. 

The building is now home to the Gdansk Photo Gallery and Modern Art Gallery, hosting various exhibitions. 

From here, you can continue to cross the Green Bridge to Granary Island. 

Opening Hours: closed on Mondays . Tue-Sun from 11 am – 6 pm.  Entrance Fee: Adults – 15 PLN; Free on Fridays.  Website: Nomus

Peek inside Katownia 

Katownia refers to the medieval prison & torture chamber right in front of the Golden Gate. It was originally built as part of Gdansk’s fortification in the 14th century. However, a Flemish fortifications engineer later rebuilt it in the late 16th early 17th centuries. Two small buildings were the torture chambers, while the tall tower was a prison. 

Even today, when you peek inside the yard, you can see heavy metal handcuffs hanging near the cell doors. The government still performed the executions until the mid-19th century. Like many other buildings, it was also destroyed during the war and rebuilt later. 

Travel back in time by visiting the gorgeous house of a merchant 

Johann Uphagen, a historian, art collector, and merchant, purchased this building in 1775 and renovated it to suit the needs of the that-time wealthy merchant. It is one of the few 18th-century merchant city homes in Europe open to the public. 

From 1911 till 1944, Uphagen House was a museum. The war shattered the house to the ground and was rebuilt soon after. However, it didn’t open to the public until 1998. 

Today, you can wander through the lavishly decorated rooms of the house and see how the Uphagen family lived back in the day. The floor made from stone panels and stucco decorations on the ceilings is absolutely stunning. 

When you visit the house, only then do you realize how spacious and vast these narrow houses are.  

Admire one of the oldest astronomical clocks

Considered the largest brick church globally, St. Mary’s Basilica is one of the first places to visit in Gdansk. You can admire 37 glass windows, 31 chapels and see more than 300 tombstones inside the church. 

Like other city sights, the Basilica was also destroyed during the war, and the original frescoes were whitewashed. 

One of the main reasons to visit the Basilica is the gigantic astronomical clock from 1464. Its comprehensive dials indicate the time and date, moon phases, the position of the sun and moon with the zodiac signs, and the calendar of martyrs. 

With sweeping views of the Old Town, climb up 405 steps of the 78-meter-hight tower. 

Opening Hours: varies at the moment, so check the website   Entrance Fee: visiting the church is free. Tower viewing platform – 14 PLN for adults. 

Cross the Green Bridge 

Once you walk down Long Market street, the following places to visit in Gdansk are the Green Bridge leading to Granary Island and Gdansk Marina. 

The island was the epicentre of the Danzig trade for many centuries and the primary source of its wealth. The first building on the island was a slaughterhouse in the 14th century. But as the city developed, new buildings were slowly added, including several manors, carpentry workshops, quality control points, and timber yards, to name a few.  

By the mid-17th century, the island could store more than 250 thousand tons of grain and service more than 200 ships, making Gdansk the biggest harbour on the Baltic Sea and one of the wealthiest cities in Europe. 

Today, the island is home to some international hotel chains, museums, coffee shops, bakeries, and a couple of restaurants offering a fantastic view of the waterfront and the old town. 

Admire the once most giant Crane in the world

Another iconic symbol of Gdansk, this Crane, represents what little has been left from the glorious trading age of the city. For the best views of the Crane against the waterfront, admire it from Granary Island.  

The Crane is one of the defining symbols of Gdańsk and represents what little is left of the city’s lavish trading age. 

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Apart from putting up masts on ships and transferring cargoes, it also had a defensive purpose for the city’s one of the gates. Using two giant, 6 meters in diameter wooden wheels, the Crane could lift 4 tonnes of goods to a height of 11 meters. Men walking inside these wheels powered the Crane to shift the lifting mechanism. The Crane worked till the mid-19th century, and in 1945 80% of the building was obliterated. 

The government rebuilt it after the war and donated it to the Polish Maritime Museum. 

Currently, the Crane is under construction and closed to the public. 

Understand how Gdansk became the ‘city of Amber’

Gdańsk has harvested Amber gemstones for centuries and has been the leading city in the production of Baltic Amber stones. 

The exhibition in the museum dives deep into the history of Baltic Amber, how it got the title of ‘city of Amber’, the differences between gemstones, and gets you up close and personal with various items made solemnly from them. 

The display of insects, bugs, and plants caught inside the stones is fascinating to look at, so is the hall of gorgeous jewellery items made from these stones. 

Opening Hours: closed on Tuesdays . The rest of the days are from 10 am – 4 pm. Thursday from 10 am – 6 pm.  Entrance Fee: Adults – 20 PLN. Free on Mondays or anytime with Gdansk Tourist Card.  Website: Museum Gdansk

Shop for Amber at Mariacka street

Gdansk is also referred to as the ‘capital of Amber’ due to its centuries-old tradition of cultivating Amber stones. Therefore, one of the places to visit in Gdansk is Mariacka street to shop for this ‘Baltic Gold’. 

Although the city has plenty of shops to buy the gem, Mariacka has the most prestigious and authorized Amber sellers in Gdansk. Making fake Amber is pretty easy, and many street stall dealers might sell fake ones. However, this doesn’t mean that shops sell only authentic and natural stones. Be careful, do your research beforehand, and always ask for the certification of authenticity. 

Trusted Amber shops on Mariacka street are Galeria Wydra, Amberstyl, and Salonik Pod Skrzydlatym Aniołem.   

→ Become an amber craftsman in the workshop

Learn more about WWII and how it started

Gdansk is a small heaven for museum and history lovers. Even if you are not a big fan of museums, you should consider them as part of your itinerary when visiting Gdansk better to understand the most recent history of humanity. 

Museum of the Polish Post Office is one of the spots where the Second World War broke out. After the decisions of the Treaty of Versailles came into force in 1920, the Polish post began its service in Gdansk. Nestled in a several-story brick building, the museum tells the story of Gdansk Polish Post Office workers and community in 1920-39. The employees’ heroic defence of the building on September 1, 1939, against Germans went down in history. 

The museum showcases unique manuscripts, prints, and items connected to the battle. You can see the plan of attack on the Post Office made by Germans on July 3, the same year. 

Opening Hours: closed on Tuesdays . The rest of the days are from 10 am – 4 pm. Thursday from 10 am – 6 pm.  Entrance Fee: Adults – 16 PLN. Free on Mondays or anytime with Gdansk Tourist Card.  Website: Museum Gdansk

Museum of the Second World War is one of the best museums in Gdansk, telling the story from the beginning with the uprise of Nazi and Communism movements in Germany, France, Italy, and Russia. Within its intertwined 8 rooms, the museum follows the significant events chronologically with magnificent visual and digital displays. 

It even has war-era military equipment inside, including a tank and naval artillery, personal items of soldiers, items from concentration camps, and many more. 

The Museum of the Second World War is undoubtedly is one of the best museums I have ever visited. Oto and I were both amazed at how well-laid-out it was. The information on the plates was easy to digest and understand, while visual and multimedia equipment made us feel we were part of the history. 

If you want to hear more interesting stories, legends, and consequences of WWII,  join organized tours: 

• Gdansk private WWII tour with Museum of the Second World War ticket
• Private WWII tour with Museum of Second World War and Post Office Museum tickets

Opening Hours: varies according to season. Check the website . Closed on Mondays .  Entrance Fee: Adults – 25 PLN. 16 PLN with Gdansk Tourist Card. 

Find out what role plaid Poland to end Communism in Poland (and maybe elsewhere)

European Solidarity Centre aims to promote awareness of anti-communist opposition in Poland and Europe and the Solidarity movement that played a significant role in ending Communism in the world. 

The five-floor building is not only a museum. It also has a lovely atrium with greenery, library archives, a few conference halls, reading rooms, dining venues, a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the shipyards, and a massive children’s playground, to name a few. 

While the building is free to enter, you still need to pay for the permanent exhibition spread out in seven halls. The museum offers unique documents, artefacts, film footage, and photographs with a mixture of traditional exhibition methods and pretty impressive interactive displays.

Museum tells a long story, starting with Anna Walentynowicz , an activist and co-founder of Solidarity, the first non-communist trade association in the Eastern Bloc, followed by the years of tension and the birth of the Solidarity movement. 

It also covers how Lech Walesa became the leader of the movement and how the activists managed to uprise against the Soviet Union together with other countries of the Communist Bloc to fight for freedom. 

The last two sections present the victory of democratic elections in Poland, which led to the foundation of many independent states in Europe as they broke away from Soviet rule. 

Opening Hours: varies by season. Check the website .  Entrance Fee: Adult – 30 PLN, including a free audio guide. 20% discount with Gdansk Tourist Card. 

Drink hot chocolate

One of the things to do in Gdansk is to drink a delicious hot chocolate from the E. Wedel Company. 

It’s a local confectionery manufacturer producing cakes, chocolates, and snacks since 1851. It basically is the Polish national chocolate company with several cafes in pretty much every city of Poland. 

While you can buy E. Wedel chocolate bars and other candies in the grocery stores, trying their products in one of their cafes is absolutely a must-do when visiting Gdansk. 

They have bitter, milk, and white-hot chocolates to choose from. A small cup costs 16 PLN, a bit expensive for Polish standards and cost of living, but it’s worth every Zloty! 

Try Polish doughnuts

Pączki are local, deep-fried doughnuts filled with various cream or fruit fillings. These doughnuts are covered with icing, glaze, powdered sugar, or orange zest.  

Stewed plum jam and wild rose fillings are traditional, but bakeries also sell Pączki with strawberry, salty caramel, blueberry, raspberry, and custard, to name a few. 

While all bakeries sell Pączki, Dobra Pączkarnia is famous for its tastiest doughnuts in the country.

Visit Gdańsk Christmas market 

You can’t miss the Christmas market when visiting Gdansk in winter. Set nearby the Golden Gate and adjoining streets of Dlugi Targ, wandering through the stalls is one of the best things to do in Gdansk at night. Even though the market opens late morning or afternoon, save the visit after dark to see the charming Christmas decorations at their best. 

Touring around the Christmas market is an excellent way to get into the festive mood and try some local meals explicitly prepared during this time of the year. 

Eat like a local at a Milk Bar

Milk Bar or Bar Mleczny is a local cafeteria that emerged in Communist times. The venue supplied locals with government-funded traditional Polish meals at the lowest cost. Traditionally, the restaurant served food based on dairy products, hence comes the name. But over time, they started providing non-diary local meals as well. 

Even today, they are still the cheapest options providing comfort food to locals and foreigners. 

While some Milk Bars look vintage, as if the time has frozen inside, others have relatively modern yet simple interiors. 

Neptun on Dlugi Targ is one of the best Milk Bars in Gdansk for a cheap local dinner or lunch. 

→ Join 4-hour traditional Polish food tour .

Visit the biggest street art neighborhood

If you like street art even for the slightest, touring the grounds of the Zaspa neighbourhood is one of the must-do when visiting Gdansk. And if you’ve been following my travels, you know that I LOVE street art, and when I found out that there is a whole neighbourhood featuring about 60 gigantic murals on the walls of the Soviet residential complex, I had to see it. 

This open-air gallery is a Monumental Painting Collection in Gdansk that started back in 1997 to commemorate the 1000th anniversary of the city. 

Zaspa area itself has a rich history. This place is even more special because the residents of this complex do tours in Polish and English, telling stories about the art and anecdotes of artists who worked on those mesmerizing murals. 

We had a fantastic time with Jarek Orlowski, a local guide, who showed us the best mural pieces and told us great stories about how artists worked on them, what challenges they faced while painting, or what inspired them to create those pieces. 

However, if you feel adventurous, you can walk around yourself without the guide and follow the PDF guide and a map created by the organization that curates the area. 

Tours in Polish are free and happen three times a week in summer.  English tours are done on individual requests from May to October. Get in touch with them here . Price for English tours : 185 PLN paid to the guide, no matter if you are alone or a group of people. But double-check with the organization. 

Go on a day trip to Sopot

Sopot is the seaside town between Gdansk and Gdynia. Its location at the Baltic Sea makes Sopot a popular destination among locals for summer holidays. 

There is not much to do in Sopot. Relax on the beach on warm days, walk the longest wooden pier in Europe, admire the Krzywy Domek – an unusually shaped building, and walk the main street of the city called Ulica Bohaterów Monte Cassino. 

Wandering the streets of Sopot is a fun way to spend a day or half-day away from Gdansk. We didn’t have much of the plan for Sopot, so we walked aimlessly until we stumbled upon a street full of the most charming houses we’ve seen in the city. 

The long street Jana Jerzego Haffnera is full of charming and adorable private residential houses and apartment blocks. 

MORE PLACES TO VISIT IN GDANSK AND BEYOND

There are plenty of interesting small towns around the city; therefore, you can easily make day trips from Gdansk to visit some cultural and historical sights from here. Weserplatte is a peninsula where the first gunshots were fired that triggered WWII. 

The fairytale-looking Malbork Castle , the world’s largest fortification by land and a UNESCO Site, is only a 50-minute train ride away.  

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21 Best Things To Do in Gdansk, The Coastal town of Poland

Gdansk was one of the first cities that I came across while researching on the best things to do in Poland.

Gdansk is the country’s gateway to the Baltic Sea.

So Gdansk is a favourite among the Polish as well as international travellers, who fly to Gdansk for a beach holiday during summer for its beaches.

In this travel guide, I’ll share with you the best things to do in Gdansk.

This exhaustive Gdansk travel guide includes some great tips, transport, tours, and many more apart from Gdansk’s attractions.

Don’t forget to book this post to plan your Gdansk trip!

BEST THINGS TO DO IN GDANSK

Wander around the old town of gdansk.

When you are in a European city, checking out the old town is obviously one of the top things to do.

What’s different in the case of the old town of Gdansk is that the old town is not really old.

Gdansk was almost entirely wiped out in World War II.

So the old town was actually reconstructed to resemble the earlier buildings, which were all built in the Dutch Renaissance style because the earlier architects were from the Netherlands.

Did you know? Most of the street names in the old town of Gdansk haven’t been changed in the last 500 years or so.

Also, unlike the old towns in other cities, you’ll not find a square.

Instead, the old town area is spread between the streets, beginning at Dluga street or Long street, and extends up to Dlugi Targ or the Long Market.

On the way, you’ll pass through the majestic Town Hall and Arthur’s Hall.

I had joined a free walking tour of the old town, and the guide told us about the Royal route, which includes the Dluga street.

Encompassing many prominent buildings, it starts at Wyznna street and passes through Dlugi Targ, which ends at Brama Zielon.

I just navigated using Google maps to find the others not covered in the tour.

All the places are well-marked on the maps and you should be able to find them easily.

Here are some of the guided walking tours that you can try. There are different types of tours to explore Gdansk old town, with some including audioguides.

• Gdansk Old Town 2 Hour Walking tour
• Gdansk Old Town Private Walking Tour

Head to Stocznia Gdansk or Gdansk Shipyards

As I mentioned earlier, Gdansk was a prominent port city for more than 7 to 8 centuries.

So its legacy with shipbuilding dates back to these times when the city was just granted the privilege to trade.

Once home to more than 20,000 workers who built round the clock to build ships, Gdansk shipyards became a meeting point for those who led the Solidarity movement against communism in the late ’70s. This is really a great place to capture through your lens.

While here, don’t miss the Crane

As you pass by the shipyards, you can’t help feeling as if you have arrived in a Dutch city like Amsterdam.

With canals and Dutch-styled buildings, I instantly remembered my travels in Amsterdam a few weeks ago.

What you can’t miss amidst these elegant uniform buildings is the Crane, which sits on the Motlawa River. It stands out today due to its antique appearance.

The crane hoisted the masts of ships, along with loading them with goods.

Our guide explained the mechanism of how it worked, and I couldn’t stop being amazed by the engineering feat of medieval times.

Travel Through Time on Mariacka street

Mariacka Street is unique and special because of its layout.

As soon as you enter, you notice that all the buildings on the street are above the ground level.

The narrow, cobbled street consists of stairs consisting of 3 to 4 steps leading you into the buildings.

This elevation is an example of how the streets in Gdansk earlier existed.

Due to its damp nature and close proximity to the waterfront, much of the streets would be submerged, and hence all the buildings would be built at an elevation.

The traditional buildings stand elegantly in different bright colours, and it’s just a treat to watch such cuteness.

And if you are traveling with your partner, this is surely one of the romantic places to be in Gdansk.

Mariacka Street is known just for this. It is the centre for modern-day Amber shopping.

You’ll see shops selling amber jewellery in all shapes and sizes.

The basements of these buildings today house beautiful cafes, boutique shops and places to shop for souvenirs in Gdansk.

At the other end of the street is the impressive Mariacki Church.

Visit the Amber Museum

Called the Baltic’s Gold, Amber is a favourite among the precious stones for many. Did you know? Poland is the largest exporter of Amber in the world.

Much of the Amber comes from the Gdansk area, so obviously Gdansk Amber is too popular.

So while you are here, head to the Amber Museum to know all about it.

From furniture adorned with Amber to the antique collection, this Museum is a compact place to know about Amber. Plus, you get some pretty views of the old town from its top floor.

Amber Museum timings: 9 AM to 8 PM. Closed on Mondays Entry fee: 12 PLN

Head to St. Catherine’s Church Tower for Gdansk’s views

St. Catherine’s church is not hard to miss while you are in the old town area.

To get some fabulous views of Gdansk, climb the tower to the top. All the climb is worth it, totally.

Check out the old post office

Located next to the harbour area in central Gdansk, The old post office has a special place in History.

Officially, this is where World War II kicked off when the German troops attacked the post office in the wee hours. More than 50 Polish employees fought to protect the attack.

The building also includes a museum, which showcases the events leading up during the war and also the history of the postal service.

There is a square consisting of a statue commemorating the defenders of the post office.

Visit the World War II Museum

Opened in 2014, World War II Museum is one of the best Museums that I have visited.

I love history and hence Museums are enchanting to me, but I must say that I loved this place impartially.

You’ll be taken through the entire war period, starting from the events before the war until the many decades, where you’ll see how the World War II shaped and rewrote history for millions of people across many countries in the world forever.

There are lockers and if you have a backpack with you, you’ll need to put it in a locker.

Only small handbags are allowed. 2 PLN deposit is required for a locker.

You can keep your coats in the coat racks for free. The museum is closed on Mondays, and if you want to save some bucks, the Museum is free to visit on Tuesdays.

So it’s crowded on Tuesdays. Try to be early to collect your free pass on Tuesdays.

World War II Museum timings: Closed on Mondays. Tue-Fri: 10 AM to 7 PM; Sat-Sun: 10 AM to 8 PM. World War II Museum entry fees: Free entry on Tuesdays. Normal ticket – 23 PLN; Reduced ticket – 16 PLN; Family ticket – 55 PLN; Temporary exhibition – 1 PLN

Check out the Solidarity Museum

The people of Poland fought against communism much like their neighbours for more than 2 decades.

The Solidarity centre was built to commemorate the heroes that were responsible.

The building houses a museum, statues outside, and you can easily spend half a day here.

Solidarity Museum timings: Mon–Fri – 10 AM to 7 PM; Sat-Sun – 10 AM to 8 PM Solidarity Museum entry fees: Regular 20 PLN

Unusual Things to do in Gdansk

If you are still wondering what to see in Gdansk, here are few more Gdansk attractions that you can explore.

Visit the Library in the Solidarity Museum

If you are a bookworm like me, you could check out the library that’s present in the same building where the Solidarity Museum is located.

There aren’t many books in English, but if you speak any of the European languages, you could end up finding a good read.

Check out the Antique Gdansk Railway Station

If you don’t have detail for an eye, you could possibly pass off Gdansk railway station. But if you take a moment, you’ll notice a lot happening around this area.

First of all, the railway station is an example of ancient European architecture. Opposite it stands the bus station.

If you walk below crossing the bus station to the other extreme end, you’ll enter a local market, where you could find some old traditional eateries and cheap places to shop in Gdansk.

I enjoyed strolling around in this area, where I managed to grab something cheap to eat as well as do some shopping in Gdansk on a budget.

A quick tip: If you are traveling during Autumn or Winter, make sure to check out this neighbourhood early as many shops close around 6 PM.

Discover the vibrant murals in Zaspa

Zaspa is home to the largest outdoor art gallery in Europe, consisting of vibrant wall murals.

All of them free to see! If you want to know the legends and local stories of these murals, you can take guided tours of Zaspa neighbourhood.

Sign up for Gdansk food tour

I am sure that after spending a good time in Poland, you would most likely develop a taste for Polish food.

The best way to get into the heart of Polish food is to enroll yourself for a food tour in Gdansk.

On this guided license tour, you’ll get to savour Polish drinks, appetizers, main courses as well as desserts.

Book Gdansk Food Tour With Authentic Polish Cuisine

Eat at a Milk Bar

One of the fun things to do in Gdansk is to go Milk Bar hunting. Milk Bars are local restaurants serving delicious Polish food at very cheap prices.

The portions are massive, the taste is delicious and you pay by the weight of the food. Plus, they are home-cooked.

So basically for backpackers and budget traveler, it’s like a jackpot! And yes, there are decent options for vegetarians.

So In Gdansk, there are many Milk Bars that are worth visiting.

Some of the popular ones to try are Bar Turystyczny, Pijalnia Wódki I Piwa, Kmar Bar Mleczny, Academic Milk Bar, Syrena and Bar Mleczny Neptune.

Google them to read the reviews and locate them and start your Milk Bar hunt!

Explore the Market Hall

The Market Hall is the local market of Gdansk consisting of three levels.

Built in the 19th century, it looks anything but as an actual market.

From meat to fresh veggies, you can have a look at what the people of Gdansk eat! Visit this market for its unique build and the charm of local markets.

Enjoy the laid back Gdansk Nightlife

Gdansk is a popular destination for stags, and this came to me as a surprise.

I mean, I was expecting more happening things would lure stags, but there are quite a few things in Gdansk for stags.

One of them definitely is making the most of Gdansk’s nightlife.

Sure, it might not be loud and out as in bigger cities, but there are plenty of beer bars, pubs and restaurants for enjoying good Polish Vodka along with excellent food.

Obviously, if you are traveling alone, these places are great to find people to tag along!

Climb the Gradowa Hill

Located just outside the city walls of Gdansk, Gora Gradowa is a small hill offering different views of Gdansk.

If the weather is great, climbing this hill is a perfect thing to do in Gdansk in the evening.  

The Hewelianum Centre, a science centre is also close by.

Gdansk Itinerary

Now you got an idea about the top things to see in Gdansk, let’s look at how you can plan your itineraries to help you visit Gdansk.

How many days in Gdansk should you plan?

Ideally, I would recommend spending 3 days in Gdansk itself, excluding any day trips that is.

I mean with 2 days, you can cover the sights, but you’ll have to rush a bit. Here’s how you can plan Gdansk sightseeing on your own.

1 day in Gdansk

If you have just one day in Gdansk, you should spend the first half exploring the old town.

Try to cover these streets, all part of the Royal Route. Upland Gate (Brama Wyzynna), Golden Gate (Zlota Brama), Prison Tower and Torture Chamber (Wieza Wiezienna), Gdansk Town Hall (Rathaus), Arthur’s Court (Dwor Artusa), Long Street (Dluga), Long Market (Dlugi Targ), Neptune Fountain (Fontanna Neptuna), Green Gate.

Then you can make your way up to the shipyard, checking the crane.

End your old town tour on Mariacka street.

You could then head to the Solidarity Museum or the World War II Museum if Museums are your thing.

If you prefer going to only one, I would suggest WW II Museum.

Alternatively, you could go to Westerplatte, although you’ll have to rush if you are pressed on time.

2 days in Gdansk

Day 1: You could check out the old town and visit either of the museums.

Day 2: Take a day trip to Malbork Castle or head to Sopot for a beach day.

No matter which one you take, you’d be left with some time. You can head to the market hall or the post office in town ending your Gdansk trip.

3 days in Gdansk

Follow the above for the first 2 days.

You could use the third day to do another day trip to Gdynia, Westerplatte, Malbork or head to Oliwa, or take a Gdansk cruise.

How to get to Gdansk?

Trains : The best way to travel in Poland is through trains.

The country has good connectivity through different types of trains, which are also the cheapest way to travel within the country.

You can book the train tickets on this website .

There are four types of trains – EIP, EIC, IC and TLK, with TLK being the cheapest and also the slowest among all.

Sometimes, they do offer promotional tickets or highly discounted tickets, which are easier to get if you buy directly from the ticket office.

So if you find them online, do head to the ticket office right away to get the cheapest tickets(if you are unable to book online).

You can check for buses as well. There are a few private operators running buses between cities.

You can also fly any major city to Gdansk Airport. 

The Lech Walesa Airport in Gdansk is located about 10 km. You can take the public bus to the city from there or the local train to Gdansk Glowny.

Getting around Gdansk

Public transport is very good in Gdansk and is a very convenient way to travel.

Wishing the Tricity of Sopot, Gdynia and Gdansk, you can travel using the SKM trains.

Trams connect the main areas in Gdansk including the old town and the railway station.

There is a 60-minute ticket at 3.20 PLN regular price, which can be used in trams and buses. A 24-hour ticket costs 13 PLN.

Tickets can be bought in kiosks and ticket offices, and you need to validate them in a small yellow machine in trams, buses and before you board the train on platforms.

Note that you can’t buy a ticket from the driver in trams.

There is Uber and local cabs ply as well, within as well as around the city.

Gdansk Travel Card

If you plan to visit Gdansk for a longer duration intending to move around covering many attractions, it’s ideal to buy Gdansk travel card by Gdansk tourism.

You can get them in the central stations or sometimes in big kiosks. Gdansk tourist card offers free/discounted entry to many museums, attractions and shops.

You can top it up with transportation ticket and travel freely all over Tricity using public transportation. The cards come with a validity of 24, 72 and 120 hours.

Where to stay in Gdansk?

Where to stay in Gdansk depends on how far or close you would like to stay from the centre and of course, the budget.

The central area is near the old town, and there are many hotels in Gdansk Old town.

There are some hostels and guesthouses around Gdansk Glowny Central, which is known as Centrum. Being a compact town, it shouldn’t matter much where you stay as the connectivity is good as well.

I stayed at Old Town Hostel, which was actually not in the old town but close to it. It was cheap and clean, with a kitchen that I used to cook something basic for myself.

So If you are looking for a budget hostel, I would recommend the  Old Town Hostel .

Other good hostels in Gdansk old town are Midtown Hoste l ,  Elewator Gdańsk Hostel ,  La Guitarra Hostel,   Hostel Universus i Apartament , Grand Hoste l , World Hostel ,  4-friend Hostel , 5 Point Hostel   and High Five Hostel

Some good mid-range hotels in Gdansk are Vintage Apartment in the heart of Gdansk old town,  Motlawa Premium Apartment , Stare Miasto Gdansk ,  Awiator Modern 83, Apartment Adalbert     Euro Apartment Piwna , and Seaside

And here are some hotels with excellent location and reviews that you can check if budget is of no constraint – Loft in Old Town Gdansk ,   Alpaca Apartment Old Town with Hall,   Apartament Chleb I Wino ,  Apartment Spirit of Gdansk   and Apartment Zuraw.

So if you are still reading this, it means that you’ll be planning your trip soon. Hope this guide helps you to enjoy Gdansk!

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An Itinerary for Visiting Gdansk for Three Days

Europe , Poland | January 11, 2023

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We recently spent three days in Gdansk after I found some cheap flights from Newcastle . It wasn’t really on my ‘must-visit’ list before I booked the trip, but Gdansk quickly jumped to the top of my European city break list after our visit.

I had a flurry of DMs over on Instagram from people asking me to share our Gdansk itinerary so they could plan their own trip, so here goes!

Our city break in Gdansk was our third visit to Poland . We’ve previously visited Warsaw and Krakow and we loved both places, but thanks to its colourful buildings and generally chilled vibe, Gdansk has become our favourite Polish city yet!

We loved the destination’s spotless streets, marvellous colorful buildings and cool cocktail bars.

I’ve included our favourite Gdansk bars in this itinerary, as well as the lowdown and booking link for the excellent vodka-tasting tour we did. I’ve also woven in some other popular tours and activities you can book ahead of your trip.

Though we spent the weekend in Gdansk, I was glad to find that the city wasn’t overrun with rowdy groups of stag dos. Instead, we enjoyed strolling relatively quiet streets and sipping drinks in ambient bars.

Visiting Gdansk in October meant we got to experience the very best of Autumn in Poland. It was cool but not freezing, and the low afternoon sun and golden leaves created the most glorious colour palette.

We even took advantage of Gdansk’s position near the Baltic coast to squeeze in a trip to a Polish beach. I had no idea this was something that was possible in Gdansk!

Don’t you just love cities that offer the best of both worlds?

Read on for my day-by-day itinerary for lots of ideas for what to do if you have three days in Gdansk. If this is your first trip to Poland, check out the FAQs at the bottom of this Gdansk three day guide.

My Gdansk Three Day Itinerary

Here’s my suggested three-day itinerary for Gdansk. It’s almost exactly how we did our trip, so it’s a tried-and-tested guide to the Polish city. I promise it’s absolutely do-able in three days — unlike some overambitious city break guides on the internet.

Like seriously, haven’t some travel bloggers heard of cocktail hour ?

If you decide to follow this Gdansk itinerary on your own Polish city break, please let me know which parts you enjoyed most!

You might also find it helpful to look at the Gdansk highlight on my Instagram account , where I’ve saved all of my stories from our trip.

Six-drinks-deep stories included…

Day one in Gdansk: seeing the city

Only got one day in Gdansk? Follow my day one Gdansk itinerary, but try not to dawdle and instead factor in a quick visit to the museum that most interests you.

Our Ryanair flight got into Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport bright and early, and we hopped in an uber for the twenty-minute drive to our aparthotel.

We stayed at ApartHotel Baltic Gdansk , which is in a perfect location on a quiet street near the riverside in the Main Town . It was clean and comfortable and had one of the better interior decor options based on my research. Some of the places I looked at were a bit depressing!

You can search for accommodation in Gdansk on booking.com here .

I’d recommend booking a private transfer from Gdansk airport to your accommodation if your flight arrives at night.

After freshening up, we hit the cobbled streets to get our bearings. The main tourist stretches in Gdansk are pedestrianised, which is another of the lovely things about this city.

A walk around the Main Town is a brilliant way to start your weekend in Gdansk. If you want to learn as you explore, you can book a Gdansk walking tour around this area.

If you’re a bit more adventurous, check out this e-scooter tour instead.

Our first stop was St Mary’s Basilica . This vast church can hold up to 25,000 people and its most fascinating attraction is an astronomical clock, which is best visited at noon.

It costs 14 zloty to climb up the 405 stairs to the top of St Mary’s Basilica to take in one of the best views in Gdansk, at 78 metres high.

The viewing tower is open Mon-Fri 11:00-16:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-18:00.

We actually skipped the climb to the top in favour of a different view that I’d read was more impressive, which I’ll tell you about below!

After visiting St Mary’s Basilica, head along Mariacka , which is one of the most beautiful streets in Gdansk. Cobblestoned and lined with gargoyles guarding ramshackle gabled buildings, the place is so full of character.

The stone steps put me in mind of New York’s brownstones.

Mariacka Street is the place to pick up Gdansk’s most famous souvenir: amber. There are little artisan shops lining the short stretch that sell amber jewellery and all sorts of other amber-themed trinkets.

Next, reserve a good chunk of time for a lap of Long Street , or Ulica Długa as it’s known in Polish. Start from the Golden Gate , one of the imposing gates that stand stoically at each end of the street.

The Golden Gate sits to the west, and walking from there allows you to enjoy a pleasant stroll down to the river.

Be sure to stop and appreciate the 18th-century-style buildings. We kept going back for another glimpse!

Are you wondering how Gdansk has managed to keep its architecture so remarkably unspoiled? It hasn’t. These buildings were constructed after most of the city was damaged during the second world war.

Warning: you may come back from a weekend in Gdansk with a sore neck. I spend the entire trip gazing at the fairytale-like facades adorning the buildings everywhere.

You’ll find some of Gdansk’s main points of interest clustered together in Long Market . The most striking of these is Neptune’s Fountain .

This magnificent 17th-century sculpture was moved and hidden in a safe place during the war and only restored to its original glory in recent years.

Neptune’s Fountain is right outside the Artus Court , which gleams in the sunlight. Once upon a time it was a meeting place for aristocracy, but today it houses part of the Gdańsk History Museum .

The Main Town Hall is also located in Long Market. You can’t miss its Gothic and Renaissance outline, which dominates the city’s skyline.

The Main Town Hall houses the Gdansk History Museum . You can spend about an hour exploring this attraction. The highlight is the ‘red room’, with its elaborately decorated ceiling.

We didn’t go to the Town Hall for the exhibitions. This is where I’d heard you get the best panoramic views of Gdansk.

The entrance fee to the museum in the Main Town Hall is 16 zł, and if you want to go to the tower as well, you have to buy a ticket separately (12 zł).

We counted 412 steps to the top, and they were all worth it!

Back at street level, pass under the Green Gate and you’ll find yourself on a bridge over the Motława River .

The bridge is a great spot to take photos of Gdansk at sunset.

For a new perspective of the city, take a boat trip along the river. There’s a vessel for every type of traveller: from pirate ship to luxury yacht !

Next, stay on the river’s west bank and walk along to the Gdansk Crane .

Unfortunately, it was closed as there was restoration work taking place during our visit, but this is one of the top attractions in Gdansk.

After visiting the crane, cross the bridge and visit another of the best photo spots in Gdansk: the sign!

If you’re visiting Gdansk with kids or just want to see the city from a different perspective, hope on the ferris wheel just behind the sign.

Next, make your way over to Granary Island , an area that’s recently been regenerated. As you walk along the pristine wooden boardwalk over the river, you’ll come to an imposing large ship.

The SS Sołdek holds an important place in the country’s history. It was the first ship to be built in Poland after the second world war.

Today, you can visit a museum onboard the retired coal and ore freighter for just 15 PLN.

The ship forms part of the nearby Maritime Museum in Gdansk, which is spread across four venues.

We could have been good travellers and got something local for dinner after our day of sightseeing in Gdansk, but instead we ate Italian at a riverside restaurant called Sempre .

If you’d prefer a more local experience, you can book a tour to taste traditional Polish food during your stay in Gdansk.

To put the cherry on top of our first day in Gdansk, we sipped wildly creative cocktails at a bar called Flisak ’76 . Their menu is made to look like a kid’s fairytale book and I highly recommend a drink there!

Day two in Gdansk: culture and vodka

On our second day in Gdansk, the weather wasn’t quite as good so we dedicated the majority of our time to Gdansk’s indoor attractions.

I recommend looking at the weather forecast before your weekend in Gdansk and planning accordingly.

First, we fuelled up with brunch at ducha66 .

Once you’ve eaten, head to the Museum of the Second World War . In addition to the enlightening permanent and temporary exhibitions, there are things to intrigue children.

The museum is open Tuesday – Sunday and you can spend about four hours there.

We grabbed lunch at a place called Woosabi , where the menu is made up of healthy buddha bowls, bao buns and fragrant curries.

You can spend a rainy afternoon in Gdansk at the European Solidarity Centre . This attraction is dedicated to the history of solidarity and opposition movements of Communist Eastern Europe. It’s open every day.

After all that history and culture, it’s time to let loose. And what better way to unwind when in Poland than with a vodka tour ?

We booked this two-hour GetYourGuide tour . Our guide was fantastic, showing us bars we’d probably never have found ourselves, and supplying six different shots of vodka for us to taste.

We learned all about the spirit’s place in Polish culture and even got to taste some Polish delicacies as we sipped.

When the vodka tasting had come to an end we weren’t ready to go home, so we joined a bar crawl, also booked via GetYourGuide .

The night ended at Bunkier , a cool nightclub housed in an old war bunker / air raid shelter. From the outside, it just looks like a windowless concrete block but inside, there are four floors of music.

I was surprised to find mainstream pop music playing because I was expecting the club to be a bit edgier, but it was still a lot of fun!

Day three in Gdansk: The Tri-City area

After two days in Gdansk, it’s time to escape to the Baltic coast.

One of the best things about Gdansk is that it’s part of a Tri-City. The other two cities that comprise this area are Gydnia and Sopot.

We chose to visit only Sopot, but you can easily fit both of the ‘other’ cities into one day.

To save yourself the hassle of planning and organising transport between each place, check out this one-day private tour of Gdansk, Gydnia and Sopot .

Though well-connected by public transport, we took the easy option of getting an uber and hopping out at the top of ul. Monte Cassino near the Garrison Church of St. George .

We headed down this busy street, which is lined with shops and restaurants, towards the beach.

I had to pause in front of the ‘crooked house’, Krzywy Domek . It’s a bit of a shame it’s just used as a shopping centre, because the architecture is so unique!

Once the playground of Europe’s aristocracy, Sopot has retained the spa resort vibe it became famous for in the 19th century.

Sopot Pier is the longest wooden pier in Europe at over 500m. Complete with pergolas and beautifully tended gardens, its well-maintained boardwalk made me feel like I was in Brighton !

The best time to go to Sopot is in the summer months, when you can truly enjoy the coast, but we enjoyed our Autumn visit to our first Polish beach.

Plus, there’s no entrance fee to Sopot pier at this time of year.

I envy you if you’re visiting the Tri-city area in summer, when you could easily spend a whole day at the beach in Sopot during a long weekend in Gdansk.

This sunset yacht experience would be the perfect romantic activity there!

Once we’d walked the length of the pier and enjoyed looking out to sea, we headed back to Sopot’s main thoroughfare.

On our third day of our trip to Poland, it was finally time for some local cuisine! (For me at least, Tom got a burger.)

We were drawn in to the most peculiar pub called Błękitny Pudel .

The decor made me feel like I was dining in a wacky great-aunt’s house, but I found it really charming and the place was packed, which is always a good sign.

I ordered pierogi filled with goose meat and served with a currant jam. Proper Polish comfort food!

I’d only tasted pierogi once before in Warsaw and it wasn’t a very positive experience, so I’m glad I took a chance on ordering the dumplings in Sopot and got over my wobbly introduction to Polish delicacies.

Back in Gdansk that night, we chanced upon a fantastic little cocktail bar called Winston Bar . It was the perfect place to raise a glass the end of our final day in Gdansk.

Gdansk FAQs

How many days do you need in gdansk.

I’d say that three days is the perfect amount of time in Gdansk if you’re visiting in the cooler months.

You can spend one day just walking around and taking it all in, another visiting the museums that most appeal to you, and a third either exploring the rest of the Tri-state area, or enjoying a day trip to Stutthof Concentration Camp or Malbork Castle .

If you’re visiting Gdansk in summer, you could stay for slightly longer and spend more time at the coast.

When is the best time of year to go to Gdansk?

We visited in October, when the temperature wasn’t so low that sightseeing wasn’t enjoyable. It’s generally cheaper to travel to Poland outside of peak summer dates. Of course, the sun sets earlier then, so you’d have less time to explore.

Though the city wasn’t busy and we didn’t have to queue for any attractions during our Autumn weekend in Gdansk, there were long queues for some of the more popular restaurants each night.

Is Gdansk expensive?

We found the prices in Gdansk on par with those in Krakow, but perhaps a little more expensive than Warsaw. Poland is a cheap travel destination for travellers from the UK or the States.

We tend to treat ourselves to more high-end experiences when we’re in places like Gdansk because they’re more affordable than they are at home, but you can absolutely visit Gdansk on a budget.

What currency is used in Gdansk?

Poland uses Polish Zloty. We had no issues finding a currency exchange place on the main street when we arrived.

I hope you find my guide to spending the best three days in Gdansk useful!

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Things To Do in Gdansk, Poland: A Perfect 3-Day Gdansk Itinerary

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When we started planning our trip to Gdansk, Poland, we were surprised by the number of attractions and sights in the city. Stunning architecture, fascinating history, day trip destinations and savory cuisine all made their way onto our Gdansk To-Do list.  In order to fit all of the top things to do in Gdansk into our trip timeline, we designed a perfect Gdansk Itinerary – and are happy to share it with fellow travelers!

Why Travel To Gdansk, Poland?

Many people ask us, “ Why visit Gdansk, Poland? ” Well, after visiting Warsaw and Krakow, we were in on the secret: Poland is incredible . Our time in Gdansk, Poland solidified the fact – the country is completely underrated as a travel destination!

Just like Warsaw and Krakow , what to see in Gdansk, Poland revolves around the city’s storied past, amazing architecture and fabulous museums. Unlike the two other Polish cities we have visited, there are unique Gdansk things to do; namely, visit the coastline on the Baltic Sea featuring miles of sandy beaches.

In our time exploring the city, we filled our days with the best things to do in Gdansk and created a 3-day Gdansk Itinerary to help other travelers experience the highlights as well.

About Our 3-Day Gdansk Itinerary

Our Gdansk 3 Day Itinerary includes the top things to see in Gdansk and the greater region. For each sight, we include a brief description and a link to more information.

At the end of the article, there are Gdansk tips for your trip, like how to get there, where to stay and options for the best Gdansk day trips. We also offer advice on how many days in Gdansk and what to pack for Gdansk trips.

Day-by-Day Itinerary Of Things To Do in Gdansk

Our list of the best things to do in Gdansk is organized in a day-by-day 3-day itinerary. This Gdansk travel blog post includes everything you need to plan your Gdansk vacation!

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DAY 1 – Must-See Gdansk: Old Town and WWII Museum

On the first day of your 3 days in Gdansk, start by seeing Gdansk highlights in the Old Town then delve into the history of World War II at a state-of-the-art museum. End the first day of your Gdansk trip with a scenic view and a classic Polish meal.

Gdansk Walking Tour: The Royal Route

Kick off your trip with one of the Gdansk top things to do: Walk the Royal Route. Not only will it help get you acquainted with the city, but many of the tourist attractions in Gdansk are located along the route.

The Royal Route through the heart of Gdansk Old Town was once the path taken by kings. Today, the Royal Way is still the route for ceremonies and parades. We’ve outlined a Gdansk city tour that extends from Upland Gate to Green Gate – and we note the Gdansk tourist attractions that are found on along the way.

High Gate (Brama Wyzynna)

Start your walk at Upland High Gate, which was built in the 16th century as part of Gdansk’s fortifications. The Upland Gate now houses the Gdansk Tourist Information Office.

Prison Tower and Torture Chamber (Wieza Wiezienna)

Built in the 14th century, the Prison Tower and Torture Chamber were part of the original Gdansk city walls. When new walls were constructed in the 16th century, the building became the prison, court and torture chamber. Today, it houses the much more pleasant Amber Museum.

Golden Gate (Zlota Brama)

The 17th century Golden Gate leads directly onto Gdansk’s most popular street: Ulica Dluga. The gate features 8 figures representing Peace, Freedom, Wealth, Fame, Agreement, Justice, Piety and Prudency.

Long Street (Dluga)

The picturesque Long Street is the main thoroughfare through Gdansk Old Town. The pedestrian-only street, which had to be almost completely rebuilt after World War II, features colorful and ornately decorated facades.

Tall, slender buildings are found throughout the city, but the ones on Long Street are the most beautiful. Numerous cafes, bars, restaurants and ice cream shops line Long Street; strolling up and down Long Street with an ice cream cone in hand is one of the top Gdansk activities in the summertime.

Gdansk Town Hall (Rathaus)

On Long Street, at the opposite end from Golden Gate is the unmissable Gdansk Main Town Hall and its rising spire. The building dates to the 14th century and today houses the Gdansk History Museum. Visitors can climb to the top of the Town Hall Bell Tower for stunning views of the Old Town.

Long Market (Dlugi Targ)

Where Long Street ends, Long Market begins. The wider street dates to the 13th century and once was home to Gdansk’s most affluent citizens. Today, Long Market Gdansk is largely occupied by gossiping locals, gawking tourist and aspiring musicians.

Neptune Fountain (Fontanna Neptuna)

The historic Neptune Fountain dates to the early 17th century and stands proudly in front of the Artus Court. It’s an absolute must-see in Gdansk!

Artus Court (Dwor Artusa)

At Dlugi Targ 44 is the Artus Court (named after the legendary King Arthur). The building, which dates to the 14th century, was a place of meeting, socializing and entertainment for the noble and wealthy. Now, as part of the Gdansk History Museum, visitors can take a peek inside.

The Golden House

Just a few doors down from Artus Court is The Golden House at Dlugi Targ #41. Decorated with five statues – representing prudence, justice, strength, temperance and fortune (the one on the top of the building), the Golden House dates to the early 1600s and has been the residence of several mayors of Gdansk.

Green Gate (Brama Zielona)

The end of the Royal Route, the Green Gate marks the passage from Long Market to the Motlawa River. The gate was built in the 16th century as a royal residence, but no royalty ever lived there. Today, the National Museum resides in the Green Gate – activist and Polish President Lech Walesa used to have an office in the building, as well.

More Old Town Gdansk Sights

The Royal Route is the perfect place to begin sightseeing Gdansk, but there are other places to see in Gdansk Old Town. Continue your discovery using this list of places to visit in Gdansk, Poland.

St. Mary’s Basilica

Officially the Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the church is one of the top things to see in Gdansk, Poland.

Construction of the Catholic church began in the year 1343 and, today, it ranks as one of the largest brick churches in the world (it can accommodate 25,000 people!). The 15th century Gdansk Astronomical Clock stands inside the church. Rising as the tallest bell tower in Gdansk, the view from the top is truly remarkable!

Basilica of St. Nicholas

With a history that dates to the 12th century, the Basilica of St. Nicholas is one of the oldest churches in Gdansk. It is also one of the only churches not to sustain damage during WWII. Inside, beautiful baroque altars decorate the cavernous church.

The Crane (Zuraw)

As a symbol of the city, The Crane is one of the top Gdansk things to see. A port crane has existed on the same site as The Crane since as early as 1367. At a time, it ranked as the largest crane in the world. Suffering major damage during WWII, The Crane was reconstructed and became part of the Maritime Museum. Getting a look at The Crane is a must do in Gdansk.

Motlawa River Promenade (Dlugie Pobrzeze)

The promenade that follows the river at the edge of the Old Town, called Dlugie Pobrzeze, is one of the top Gdansk places to visit. Lined with restaurants and shops, the walkway provides views over the river and harbor. Several Gdansk boat tour operators dock along the promenade.

Mariacka Street

The pleasant Mariacka Street runs from St. Mary’s Basilica to St. Mary’s Gate, which leads to the river. The charming lane is lined with houses that have raised entrances and carved stonework. Many amber shops are located on Mariacka Street. If you are searching for where to go in Gdansk to buy amber products, this is your street!

Piwna Street

Running parallel to Long Street is Piwna Street. Once home to a local brewery, there are several bars and cafes located on the street that is home to some of the best Gdansk nightlife (more on Gdansk bars later in the article).

Gdansk Monuments

Throughout the Old Town there are several monuments and statues that decorate and commemorate events in Gdansk. While we wouldn’t recommend going out of your way to locate all the specific monuments, keep your eye out for these interesting monuments while exploring Gdansk.

• Four Quarters Fountain: The city of Gdansk was once divided into four quarters – Wide (Szeroki), High (Wysoki), Fish (Rybacki) and Ship (Kogi) – and the Four Quarters Fountain is located at the point where those districts came together (at the corner of Gwietego Ducha and Grobla I streets). Each quarter is represented by an impressive lion statue.
• Fahrenheit Monument: Daniel Fahrenheit, creator of the Fahrenheit temperature scale, was born in Gdansk in 1686. To honor him, a glass-encased thermometer sits on Dlugi Targ (opposite the Neptune Fountain).

Best Ice Cream Gdansk

Ice cream shops (called Lody) are found on every street in Gdansk – but not all ice creams are equal. We think there are two places that serve the best ice cream in Gdansk.

Paulo Gelateria uses recipes from the 2015 Polish Champion of Ice Cream to make unique flavored ice cream (try the creamy and delicious avocado ice cream). Another must try – and a place we actually prefer for both the ice cream and the cones – is Slony Karmel, where they make ice cream from natural ingredients. 

Lunch: Milk Bar Gdansk (Bar Mleczny)

After spending the morning discovering the best things to see in Gdansk Old Town, get your first taste of true Polish cuisine by eating lunch at a classic Milk Bar. 

Known to be inexpensive, the generous portions of ‘home cooked’ Polish dishes are served to the masses at cafeteria-style Milk Bars. Popular during the communist era, most Milk Bars have a daily menu (usually written on a chalkboard, no translations) and little decor. The two best Milk Bars in Gdansk are Bar Turystyczny and Bar Mleczny Neptun.

Bar Turystyczny is located in the northwest section of the Old Town and has an authentic feel to it. We waited in a line that stretched out the door for platters of schawoby (fried pork chop) and placek po cygansku (an omelet filled with tender beef and covered in sauce).

Located in the heart of the Old Town in the middle of Long Street, Bar Mleczny Neptun attracts a few more tourists and charges a bit more for their meals, but the establishment still retains the classic Milk Bar appeal. In fact, we think it is one of the best restaurants in Gdansk Old Town because there is outdoor seating right on Long Street, which is fantastic for people watching.

Granary Island

After lunch, continue your exploration of Gdansk must-see places and head to Granary Island. Located on the opposite side of the Motlawa River east of Green Gate, Granary Island was once the commercial center of Gdansk. An entire complex of granaries were built on the island to store goods brought in from afar by ships.

By the 17th century, Gdansk had more than 300 granaries – and boasted the largest harbor on the Baltic Sea. However, only three buildings survived WWII and the island was left in shambles for decades, only recently getting a facelift and now attracting tourists and locals alike. 

Olowianka Island and Soldek

Next up on our list of Gdansk attractions is Olowianka Island. Located just north of Granary Island, Olowianka Island is home to the Central Maritime Museum, the Royal Granary and the Philharmonic building.

Docked in front of the National Maritime Museum is the gargantuan Soldek, the first steamship built in the Lenin Shipyards after the war. Converted into a museum, visitors a welcome to explore the ship’s interior.

Pro Tip: Let a Gdansk Tourist Guide Lead the Way

Above we outlined what to do in Gdansk for sightseeing in the city center. However, visitors can get a personal introduction on a tour with a local Gdansk tour guide. 

Private Walking Tour

Tour the Royal Route on a private tour with a knowledgeable guide – Book it here!  

Sightsee Gdansk on two wheels on a popular city biking tour – Find out more!  

Tour Gdansk at your own pace – but with an Audio Guide Tour that delivers more Gdansk facts and information – Get it here!

Free Walking Tour Gdansk

Visitors can join a Free Gdansk Walking Tour – just keep in mind that these are tip-based tours in Gdansk.

Museum of the Second World War

Visiting the Museum of the Second World War is one of the top Gdansk, Poland things to do. The state-of-the-art museum details the events of World War II, which began on September 1, 1939 when Germany invaded Poland at Westerplatte (less than 6 miles from Gdansk Old Town).

Both interactive displays and personal items are featured in the museum that tells the story of the horrific war. The exhibits are educational and gripping.

We highly recommend renting an audio guide during your visit to the museum – as the information presented can be slightly overwhelming. We spent four hours at the museum (and could have stayed longer) and think it is one of the best things to do in Gdansk.

Information on opening hours and tickets can be found on the Museum of the Second World War official website .

Polish Post Office and Memorial

Continue learning about the impact of the war on Gdansk with a trip to the Post Office. Although some people may think this is one of the unusual things to do in Gdansk, WWII buffs will appreciate its place in history. 

At the same time Westerplatte was being attacked, German troops were also targeting the Polish Post Office near the Gdansk Old Town. The workers held off the Nazis for 17 hours before surrendering. In front of the post office there is a large memorial – and behind the post office is a moving display of the postal workers who were captured and shot to death on site. 

Gradowa Hill

After a full day of history, climb up to Gradowa Hill to have some time to reflect…and to take in the great views over Gdansk.

West of the Old Town, across the railroad tracks, Gradowa Hill is part of an old fort complex. Buildings half-covered in earth display exhibits that are part of the Hewelianum Center Museum and at the north end of the park is the 50-foot-tall Millennium Cross.

Following one of the trails to the top of Gradowa provides panoramic views of Gdansk and the shipyards – and is a fabulous place to watch the sun set on the Old Town.

Dinner: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum

For dinner on your first of 3 days in Gdansk, eat at one of the best pierogi restaurants in Gdasnk, Pierogarnia Mandu . We liked the pierogis so much, we ate here twice! The large variety of pasta dumplings (which are created by hand) can be served boiled or baked. We tried – and loved – both.

Pro Tip : Try the craft beer (bottled) made special for Mandu by Brewery Bytow.

Polish Craft Beer in Gdansk

With your belly full of delicious pierogis, it is time to sample some locally produced craft beer – it’s one of the best things to do in Gdansk at night.

Among the many reasons we have fallen head-over-heels for Poland is their superb production of craft beer. Gdansk has a hefty number of multitaps – aka craft beer bars – that boast excellent Polish craft beer on draft. 

Bar Guide Gdansk

Use our Gdansk pub guide to help navigate your way to the best craft beer – and the best bars in Gdansk!

Café Lamus, Lawendowa 8 and Pulapka: These three bars, located at the east end of the Market Hall, are what we called “Craft Beer Corner.” With sidewalk seating in front of each bar, it was clear this is a top-spot for craft beer lovers to enjoy a pint in the late afternoon or well into the evening. The atmosphere is similar in each of the small bars, but we found the staff to be especially friendly and helpful with recommendations at Café Lamus .

Labeerynt Multitap Bar Gdansk Old Town: The subterranean Labeerynt Mulitap sits inconspicuously beneath Polskie Kino Pub on Szeroka Street in the Gdansk Old Town. While the dimly lit space would be inviting in too hot or too cold weather, we enjoyed our beers outdoors at one of the patio tables.

Local Gdansk Breweries : There are a few local breweries in Gdansk, like Brovarnia and Browar PG4 , which brew beer on-site, but (from what we could tell) stick to the traditional beers of the region – light, dark and wheat – rather than the IPAs and other hop-forward beers we found at the multitaps. 

Old Town Gdansk Map: Day 1 of Things To Do in Gdansk

Use this link to our Gdansk Old Town Map to find locations of our recommend sights!  

DAY 2 – Day Trip to Sopot from Gdansk

On Day 2 of your 3-day Gdansk itinerary, travel north to the resort town of Sopot on a day trip from Gdansk for some seaside fun!

Visit Sopot, Poland

The quaint seaside town of Sopot is one of Poland’s top tourist destinations. Sopot, along with Gdansk and Gdynia, are part of the Tri-City Region. With only a few ‘sights’ the real reason to visit Sopot is for the sandy beaches and laid-back atmosphere. That said, in addition to the beach, we are highlighting what to see in Sopot, Poland in one day.

Getting to Sopot

How to get to Sopot from Gdansk is easy! Visitors can take a Gdansk to Sopot Train from the Gdansk Main Train Station or use the Gdansk-Sopot Ferry.

Gdansk-Sopot Train

Hop on an SKM train bound for Sopot and arrive in the city in 20 minutes flat. Trains run frequently, but check the Gdansk-Sopot train timetable at the station. Tickets for the train from Gdansk to Sopot (one-way) cost about 5.50zl ($1.25 USD).

Boat Trip Gdansk-Sopot

Alternatively, take the Gdasnk-Sopot boat. Find the Gdansk to Sopot ferry schedule here . They only run a few of boats a day and tickets cost 70zl.

What To Do in Sopot, Poland

Once you arrive in Sopot, set off on to explore the city, then relax on the beach. Our list of Sopot attractions are listed in order of a 1-Day Sopot Itinerary to help you best plan your time.

Monciak Street

There is no Sopot Old Town, but the main pedestrian street in Sopot is Ulica Bohaterow Monte Cassino – although the locals refer to it by its former name, Monciak. Strolling the length of Monciak is a must on your Sopot to-do list. Lined with restaurants, cafes and pubs, the street leads directly to Sopot’s famous pier.

Crooked House (Krzywy Domek)

Built in 2004, the Crooked House on Monciak can’t be missed. The design was inspired by a fairytale and the building is part of a shopping center – and is an interesting Sopot sightseeing attraction.

Sopot Pier (Molo)

Hands down, one of the best things to do in Sopot, Poland is walk on the pier. The Sopot Pier, which dates to 1827, ranks as the longest wooden pier in Europe – and extends a quarter of a mile into the Bay of Gdansk on the Baltic Sea. At the end of the pier there is a restaurant and marina, as well as the departure points for entertaining bay cruises. During the peak summer season, a ticket is required to enter the pier.

Lunch: Fishing Harbor

Located three-quarters of a mile south of the pier on the Karlikowo Shore is the Sopot Fishing Harbor. Fishermen sail out each day in traditional Kashubian boats and return mid-day, ‘beaching’ their boats right in the sand…hopefully with a fresh catch!

Hungry visitors can order platters of fresh or smoked fish for lunch at Bar Przystań. Alternatively, walk north from the Sopot Pier to Bulaj , a popular Slow Food restaurant right on the beach.

Sopot Beaches

Topping the list of Things To Do Sopot is visiting the beaches. To the north and south of Sopot pier are miles of wide, sandy beaches. Kick off your shoes and walk with the sand between your toes, take a dip or catch some rays. The sandy beach in Sopot is a place to relax and enjoy!

Dinner: Burgers or Pizza

When it is time for dinner, take a break from traditional Polish cuisine and join the local youth for a burger or pizza.

SurfBurger is a small Polish chain serving real beef burgers made of natural and fresh ingredients – and they are seriously good!

For pizza, try Prosto (Pizza i Piwo) , where they crank out delicious pizza pies in an easy-going atmosphere.

However, for an inexpensive ‘pizza’ (or after bar snack), get a zapiekanki (a half baguette with ham, mushrooms, cheese and ketchup). Our favorite zapiekanki stand is at the corner of Monciak and Jana Jerzego Haffnera.

Top Tip : Not in the mood for burgers or pizza? There are plenty of restaurants in Sopot on Monciak. Read reviews on the top-rated restaurants on TripAdvisor .

Polish Craft Beer in Sopot

Having a cold drink at the end of the day is naturally one of the top Sopot things to do. For us, that meant seeking out Polish craft beer. 

There are a few places along Monciak that offer craft beer, but beer aficionados will want to make the effort to find Konsulat Dobrego Piwa , a craft beer bar just outside the Sopot town center. The small, cozy bar features eight taps of craft beer and a fun beer garden.

Sopot Map: Day 2 – Gdansk Day Trip to Sopot Activities

Use this link to our Sopot, Poland Map to locate our recommended activities for Day 2.

Day 3 – Westerplatte and/or Oliwa and Solidarity Museum

On Day 3 of your 3 Days in Gdansk, shop, take a short day trip and then spend the afternoon at the Solidarity Museum.

Gdansk Market Hall

Start your shopping at the Market Hall – one of the top Gdansk things to see and do. Built in the late 1800s, there are three levels inside the Market Hall in Gdansk – along with unearthed discovery of a Romanesque church.

The Green Market (fresh produce) stalls overflow onto the plaza to the south of the Market Hall (where you will also find an underground archeological museum).

The market is a great place to sample local food – and to purchase items for an afternoon picnic lunch. The kabanos (Polish smoked sausages) and fresh fruit are popular picks! 

Pro Tip : Paczki, Polish donuts, are a must-eat when in Gdansk! Eat a sugary breakfast of Gdansk donuts from Stara Paczkarnia. Located on the north side of the market, the fresh donuts at the corner kiosk and cost less than $1 USD. We recommend the chocolate cream-filled paczki (czekolada).

Half-Day Trips from Gdansk: Westerplatte or Oliwa

The rest of your morning will be spent on what to see around Gdansk on a quick trip. Choose between one of these trips from Gdansk: Westerplatte or Oliwa.

Why Visit Westerplatte from Gdansk?

If you are visiting Gdansk to learn more about the history of WWII, then Westerplatte is where you should spend your morning. The Westerplatte peninsula is known the world over as the site where World War II officially began on September 1, 1939.

When the Polish military fort on Westerplatte came under attack by Nazis, a battle ensued that lasted seven days. Although they surrendered, the 7-day resistance of the Polish soldiers, who were severely outnumbered and under-armed, gave hope and inspiration to the people of Poland.

Today, the Polish Coast Guard occupies part of the peninsula, but visitors can learn more about the events that transpired on Westerplatte in a small museum (Guardhouse Number 1), as well as on informational plaques located along the well-marked route.

Getting to Westerplatte

Without a car, there are three options to get from Gdansk to Westerplatte: boat, bus, bike.

• Gdansk Boat Trip to Westerplatte:  Cruise from Gdansk on a ferry or tourist boat to Westerplatte. Check timetables at the docks, as they vary by season. Note: The Gdansk to Westerplatte boat was our first choice of transport, but a lost-in-translation of the ferry boat schedule had us using the bus instead. If you intend on taking the Gdansk-Westerplatte boat, we recommend confirming the schedule in advance. 
• Bus from Gdansk to Westerplatte:  Bus 106 transports passengers from Gdansk to Westerplatte in about 30 minutes.
• Bike from Gdansk to Westerplatte:  There are a few bike rental shops in Gdansk. Rent a bike and pedal your way to Westerplatte following this route.
• Private Tour to Westerplatte: Visitors who want door-to-door transport and the expertise of a local guide should book a tour from Gdansk to Westerplatte. Find out what’s included.

Sights at Westerplatte

If you make the day trip from Gdansk to Westerplatte, there are a handful of must-see sights you won’t want to miss.

Monument to the Defenders of Westerplatte: The 82-foot-tall granite Monument to the Defenders of Westerplatte stands on a 72-foot hill, making it visible from afar and nearly impossible to miss.

Nowy Port Lighthouse: Dating to the late 1800s, the lighthouse (which was modeled after a lighthouse on Lake Erie in Cleveland, Ohio ) was fitted with a Time Ball to aid in sailors’ navigation. However, what puts the lighthouse in the history books is the fact that at 4:45am on September 1, 1939, Nazi Germans (who had overtaken the lighthouse the previous night) fired the first shots at Westerplatte from the Nowy Port Lighthouse, thus beginning World War II.

Why Visit Oliwa?

Oliwa, a suburb that lies between Gdansk and Sopot, has its own fascinating history of a monastery, battles and peace treaties. Although rich in historic facts, the reason we visited Oliwa was simply to enjoy a hike in nature.

Getting to Oliwa

How to get to Oliwa from Gdansk is just as easy as getting to Sopot. Simply hop on a train from the Gdansk Main Station. The short train ride will get you to Oliwa in about 10 minutes. 

Sights at Oliwa

There are not an abundance of Oliwa attractions – but just enough to fill a few hours of sightseeing and relaxing in nature. 

Oliwa Park features tree-canopied walkways, pristinely manicured hedges, streaming water, hidden gardens and colorful flowerbeds. A few museums and the Oliwa Cathedral are also part of the Oliwa Park complex.

Oliwa Cathedral

Consecrated in 1594, the Oliwa Cathedral is striking both inside and out. Upon entering, visitors can see the entire length of the church and the decorative high altar, which is made to look like heaven with angels hovering above it.

However, it is for the organ which sits over the entrance, that many people visit Oliwa Cathedral. Built in the 1700s (over a period of 30 years), the organ has more than 7,800 pipes. Short 20-minute concerts are played several times daily.

Pacholek Hill

Rising to the west of Oliwa Park is Pacholek Hill. The forested area has several walking/biking trails, a few of which lead to a hill-top viewing platform that provides 360-degree views over Oliwa and to the sea.

Lunch: Picnic

Whether you decided to go to Westerplatte or Oliwa, find a spot with a view to enjoy the picnic you assembled at the Market Hall in the morning. Alternatively: there is a fast-food kiosk at Westerplatte and a restaurant in Oliwa Park.

After your leisurely lunch, make your way back to Gdansk to spend the afternoon at the Solidarity Museum. 

Westerplatte or Oliwa…or Both?

We recommend the leisurely traveler choose between visiting Westerplatte or Oliwa. However, ambitious visitors could squeeze both into one day.

To do so, take the first 106 bus to Westerplatte (or the first ferry, both should depart about 09:30am, but check). Spend an hour at Westerplatte and be on the 11:20am bus to the Gdansk Main Station (Gdańsk Główny). From there, catch the next train to Oliwa and spend 2-3 hours in Oliwa.

This trip plan should allow for enough time when you return to Gdansk to visit the Solidarity Museum in the afternoon (hours vary by season, but in the summer, the museum stays open until 7pm on weekdays and 8pm on weekends).

Solidarity Museum at the European Solidarity Centre

The Solidarity Museum is one of the Gdansk top attractions – and, in our opinion, a Gdansk must see sight. The permanent exhibition at the European Solidarity Center details what led to the formation of Solidarity and its impact on Poland. 

Solidarity – or Solidarnosc – is a Polish trade union that formed in August 1980 in opposition to the working conditions at the Lenin Shipyards. The name, Solidarity became a social movement and many people attribute the movement to be the beginning of the fall of communism in 1989. 

Sitting in front of the museum is the Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970. The three soaring steel crosses stand in memory of the workers who lost their lives in the riots. 

Dinner: Pyra Bar

Load up on more Polish carbs with a final meal at Pyra Bar, a restaurant featuring incredible potato dishes. With every dish dedicated to the tuberous, starchy vegetable (in the form of casserole, potato pancake or baked potato), it might sound bland – but we can assure you, it’s not! Glorious, caloric amounts of cheese and meat are combined with potato in perfect platters of comfort food!

Piwna Street Bars

After three days of sightseeing in Gdansk, end your time at the popular Old Town bars on Piwna Street, which is a hot spot for Gdansk nightlife. You could even create your own pub tour in Gdansk, using our recommendations below. 

• Jozef K – a unique, retro-themed bar with a nice variety of beer.
• Pub Red Light – quirky and cozy bar with unique cocktails and craft beer.
• Flisak 76 – a cellar bar serving up hand-crafted cocktails.
• Wiśniewsk  – if you’ve been to Piana Vyshnia in Lviv , Budapest or Brasov …this cherry liquor is likely familiar to you already!

Gdansk Tourist Map: Day 3 Gdansk Sightseeing

Use this link to our Gdansk City Map to find the sights recommended for Day 3.

Gdansk: What To Do – More Tips for your Trip

Above we outlined what to visit in Gdansk in 3 days. However, if you are still looking for ideas of things to do in Gdansk, we have a few more tips! 

Gdansk Cruise

One of the top things to do in Gdansk is to set sail on a Gdansk river cruise for an afternoon of fun. There are a few boats to choose from, but one of the top fun things to do in Gdansk is to spend an afternoon on the Pirate Ship Cruise.

More Day Trips from Gdansk

Want to know what to do around Gdansk? We’ve already listed our favorite day trips from Gdansk, but there are more things to do near Gdansk. 

Visit Gdynia, Poland

Gdynia is the northern outpost of the Tri-City Region. Originating as a modest fishing village, Gdynia is now a modern seaport town. Search for things to do in Gdynia on TripAdvisor . Another one of the fun things to do in Tricity Poland is to join a tour of the Region and see the highlights of Gdasnk, Sopot and Gdynia in one day! 

Malbork Castle

Just a train ride from Gdansk is the town of Malbork and the famous Malbork Castle. Built in the 13th century by Teutonic Knights, the Medieval castle is the largest brick castle in the world. Private tours to Malbork Castle can also be arranged. 

Gdansk: How Many Days

Determining how many days to spend in Gdansk will depend on your interests, budget and overall trip plans. Personally, we found the city to be fascinating and beautiful – and easily filled our Gdansk vacation with sightseeing, feasting and exploring. We think 3 days in Gdansk is just enough time to get a feel for the city. 

Above, we detailed what to do in Gdansk, Poland in three days. But what if you have more or less time? No worries! We have outlines for where to go in Gdansk Poland in 1 day, what to do on a weekend in Gdansk and how to visit Gdansk, Poland in 5 days. 

What to See in Gdansk in One Day

Trying to see Gdasnk in one day is tough! In fact, some travelers may wonder, “Is Gdansk worth visiting for just one day?” – and we absolutely think it is! 

While 3 days in Gdansk is best, if one day in Gdansk is all you have, then we recommend making the most of it! To create an ideal 1-Day Gdansk Itinerary, we think it is best to simply follow Day 1 of our Gdansk, Poland things to do.

2 Days in Gdansk: Things To See and Do

While two days in Gdansk is still not enough time to see all of the highlights, it allows plenty of time to explore Gdansk. To plan a Gdansk weekend trip, we recommend following Day 1 of our Things to do Gdansk outline, then combining the best of Gdansk attractions from Days 2 and 3 into a single day. 

For example, we would take a half day trip to Sopot, Westerplatte or Oliwa (depending on interests) and then spend the afternoon of Day 2 at the Solidarity Museum. 

4 Days in Gdansk: What To Do

We’ve already outlined an ideal trip for three days in Gdansk. So, on the last day, we recommend taking a day trip to Malbork. However, visitors could also opt to split their time between Gdansk and Sopot. Rearrange your 4 day Gdansk Itinerary so that you visit Gdansk in 2 days and then spend 2 full days in Sopot. 

5-Day Gdansk Itinerary

With 5 days in Gdansk, you can partake in many of the top activities in Gdansk. Create a Gdansk 5-Day Itinerary by including all of the best places to visit in Gdansk!

We recommend using our 3-Day Itinerary for Gdansk as written, then on Day 4 take a day trip to Malbork and on Day 5 go to either Westerplatte or Oliwa (which ever you skipped on Day 3) and end your visit with an afternoon Pirate Ship cruise. 

Alternatively, you could spend two days in Sopot with an overnight stay…and three days in Gdansk. 

One-Week Poland Itinerary: Visit Gdansk, Krakow and Warsaw

Create an epic itinerary for one week in Poland by visiting Gdansk, Krakow and Warsaw! In addition to our detailed Gdansk travel guide that outlines the places to visit in Gdansk, we have complete Poland itineraries for 3 Days in Krakow and 3 Days in Warsaw.  

Gdansk on a Budget

In general terms, Gdansk is an affordable city to visit. Many museums offer free days to visit (check online prior to your trip). Additionally, the Gdansk Tourist Card covers entry into many sights.

Gdansk Tourist Card

The Gdansk Tourist Office offers three money-saving cards for attractions in Gdansk: Family, Sightseeing and Active. The cards offer entry into some of the best things to do in Gdansk, Poland! Go to the Gdansk Tourist Card website for more information. 

Self Guided Gdansk Walking Tour

When you visit Gdansk city center, use our outline of what to see in Gdansk as a self-guided walking tour – we think it is one of the best free things to do in Gdansk. We highlight all of the top attractions for you in Day 1 of our Gdansk, Poland: What To Do Itinerary!

Budget Gdansk Restaurants

The cost of eating out in Gdansk can be incredibly inexpensive – and we’ve included affordable dining recommendations in our day-by-day Gdansk guide.

Best Restaurants in Gdansk, Poland

Eating traditional Polish fare should definitely be on your Gdansk to do list – and we have highlighted some of the best places to get a taste of the local cuisine. 

Visitors who want a local guide to lead the way to the best tastes should join a Gdansk Food Tour. Participants get to taste local dishes at multiple restaurants. Reserve your space!

That said, in addition to milk bars and pierogi feasts, there are Gdansk fine dining establishments; see Gdansk restaurant reviews on TripAdvsior for top-rated places to eat.

Getting To Gdansk, Poland

Gdansk can be reached by plane, train, bus, ferry or car. How to get to Gdansk will depend on where you are coming from and your budget. 

For our Gdansk visit, we flew into the Gdansk Airport from Basel via Frankfurt and departed to Helsinki , and then on to Singapore (we are JetSetting Fools, after all!).

The official name of the Gdansk Airport (GDN) is the Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport and it is located 7.5 miles from Gdansk.

Start your search for Gdansk flights and the best deals on airline tickets on Skyscanner .

Gdansk Airport to City

There are a few ways to get from Gdansk Airport to Gdansk: Taxi, uber , private transfer , train or bus. We used the Gdansk airport train, which was quite convenient. The bus from Gdansk airport to Old Town is the cheapest way to travel to Gdansk from the airport. 

For information on using public transportation (including best routes and timetables), visit the Gdansk Tourist Office in the Gdansk Airport.

Gdansk Travel to nearby Destinations

Gdansk Poland is well-connected to other nearby destinations. That said, how to get between the cities will depend on your budget and the overall time and route for your trip.

Gdansk to Warsaw

There are inexpensive direct flights between Warsaw and Gdansk, which we think is the best way to get between the two cities. However, there are also trains from Gdansk to Warsaw and as well as buses.

Gdansk to Krakow

The best way to travel from Krakow to Gdansk (and vice versa) is via plane. There is a Krakow-Gdansk train, but – on average – the train from Gdansk to Krakow takes about 6 hours (which can really cut into your Gdansk vacation). Due to the long travel time, we would not recommend the Gdansk to Krakow bus. 

Gdansk-Stockholm Ferry

Visitors wishing to travel from Gdansk to Stockholm will want to check overnight ferry schedules for Gdansk-Nynashamn (and then organize travel to Stockholm from Nynashamn).

Where To Stay in Gdansk, Poland

The best area to stay in Gdansk is in or near the Old Town – especially if you are planning a short trip to Gdansk. 

Gdansk Holiday Apartments

During our visit to Gdansk, we stayed slightly outside of Old Town Gdansk, Poland in a great Airbnb Apartment . For us, it was the best place to stay in Gdansk because it had more space than a hotel room and a full kitchen where we could prepare simple meals. 

Gdansk Hotels

In addition to holiday apartments, there are also many hotels in Gdansk or close to the city center. We have rounded up a list of some of the best places to stay in Gdansk Old Town (based on customer reviews).

PURO Gdansk Stare Miasto

Located in the heart of the city, PURO is the best hotel in Gdansk for a stylish stay. The hip hotel gets rave reviews for the chic design and comfortable rooms. Check rates and rooms for your stay!

Marina Club Hotel

A modern Gdansk hotel in the middle of the Old Town, Marina Club features clean, comfortable rooms (many with stellar city views) and rooms with kitchenettes, too. Check rates for your stay!

Stay Inn Hotel Gdansk

Stay Inn has an excellent location in the center of Gdansk Old Town. The hotel gets great reviews for the excellent staff and hot breakfast. Reserve your room!

Hotel Gdansk Boutique

An elegant, modern hotel in a historic building in the Old Town, Hotel Gdansk Boutique gets rave reviews for the exceptional breakfast and luxurious features. Check availability!

Start your search for the perfect hotel for your city sightseeing Gdansk trip on Booking.com !

Where to Stay in Sopot

We highly recommend staying in Sopot if it fits into your Gdansk itinerary. We spent 2 nights in Sopot at the charming Villa Sedan Hotel , which was ideally located near the main pedestrian street and pier. The affordable room was clean and comfortable and the staff was super!

That said, the poshest place in town is the beachfront Sofitel Grand Hotel . Check Booking.com for availability at the Sofitel and other hotels in Sopot. 

Visit Gdansk, Poland: What To Pack

Our final packing hacks and travel tips for your Gdansk city guide!

Walking Shoes

Gdansk is a walkable city…but only if you have the right shoes! Don’t forget to pack a pair of lightweight and comfortable walking shoes for your trip – and keep in mind that we cover some ground in our Gdansk itinerary.

I always pack comfortable shoes – these are my current favorites ! Kris prefers wearing these trail shoes by Merrell for all types of walks. Read more of our tips for the Best Traveling Shoes . 

Travel Camera

We think Gdansk is an incredibly photogenic destination – and if you are anything like us, you will be snapping tons of photos during your trip. Rather than relying on your mobile phone to capture the sights, upgrade to an actual travel camera for higher quality photos. We travel with a Canon Rebel and use an everyday 18-135mm lens .

Weather Appropriate Wear

Gdansk weather is quite variable – with four distinct seasons. Be sure to bring sunscreen and sunglasses in the summertime – a wide-brimmed hat is a good idea, too. Because summers are also the rainiest season, pack a travel umbrella and lightweight raincoat , too.

Day Pack for Travel

Whether you travel with a backpack or suitcase , with long days of sightseeing in Gdansk, you will want a travel day pack as well. It’s an ideal way to carry your camera and other essential travel items in! 

Poland Travel Insurance

If you haven’t already obtained travel insurance for your trip to Poland, consider traveling protected with World Nomads .

Organizing your Gdansk Itinerary 3 Days

We have shared our top tips for the top things to do in Gdansk, Poland, the best places to eat and even advice on how long to spend in Gdansk. Now it’s time to start planning the particulars of your trip! 

As you begin to make your plans for a European Vacation , use a Travel Planner to stay organized. Our Printable Travel Planner is perfect for organizing your trip and keeping track of the best places in Gdansk to see! 

Start planning your trip to Poland ! Search for the lowest airfares , the best accommodations and fun things to do …then start packing !   Want more travel planning tips? Head over to our Travel Planning page for more information and tips on traveling – and for country-specific information, take a look at our Travel Guides page !

We want to know:  What do you think of our list of things to do in Gdansk, Poland? What would you add to our Gdansk itinerary? Give us your best tips and advice in the comments below! 

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There are numerous bus and tram lines offering access to any part of Gdansk, while the SKM city trains connect the city to other parts of the Tri-City - Sopot, Gdynia and beyond. In order to make getting around extra easy for you, we’ve put together the basic information about tickets, as well as a list of popular routes with simple and clear advice on how to get there and back.

Bus and tram tickets in Gdansk - costs and availability

A ticket for one journey with one bus or tram line costs 3,80 PLN. A ticket valid for one hour in multiple bus and tram lines costs 4,40 PLN. This ticket (and its discounted equivalent) is also the only one available from bus drivers.

Nightline tickets (N lines, f.e. N3 from the airport) now also have the exact same prices.

Tip - when you buy the ticket from the bus driver, make sure you have the exact amount to pay for the ticket(s); it will facilitate the process, as the drivers often don't have change or the time to give it to you

A 24 hour ticket costs 14 PLN.

A 50% discount applies to children and students up to 26 years old, university students (with no age limit) and pensioners. Valid documents are necessary.

Tickets are available in the ticket machines (with English and German language options) at bus and tram stops, as well as in virtually all press kiosks around town. Tickets need to be validated immediately after entering the bus or tram.

Bus line 110 and 210 busses (going to and from the airport ) have ticket machines installed inside. You can purchase the ticket with your credit card. Note: the ticket will not be printed. Instead, the information will be stored on your card and checked in case of a ticket control.

You can travel with your bicycle in trams and buses in Gdansk without any additional fees. A ticket for yourself will be sufficient. However, if the driver decides that the bus or tram is too crowded, he has the right to refuse to take your bike, so keep this in mind.

SKM train tickets in Gdansk and the Tri-City area - costs and availability

Ticket prices depend on the distance measured in km and range approximately from 3 - 6 PLN for any distance between Gdansk and Gdynia (more for further destinations).

Children up to 4 years old travel for free, yet you need to obtain a 0 PLN ticket. A 37% discount applies to children and young people up to 24 years old. A 51% discount applies to university students up to 26 years old.

Tickets are available in ticket machines (with multiple language options), at the train stations and at some press kiosks around the stations. Tickets (apart those from ticket machines) need to be validated before the journey in the yellow boxes, usually located below or on the platform.

The SKM trains have designated wagons for passengers with bicycles. No additional fees apply here either.

POPULAR ROUTES

How to get from the Gdansk Main/Old Town to the beach?

To Brzeźno beach   From stop Dworzec Główny take tram line 3 direction Brzeźno and get off at the last stop (25 minutes).

To Jelitkowo beach From stop Dworzec Główny  take tram line 6 or 8 direction Jelitkowo and get off at the last stop (40 minutes)

To Stogi beach From stop Dworzec Główny  take tram line 8 direction Stogi Plaża and get off at the last stop (35 minutes).

To Sopot beach From the Main Train Station ( Gdańsk Główny ) in Gdansk take SKM train to Sopot station (20 minutes). When in Sopot, walk west for appoximately 15 minutes.

How to get from the Gdansk Main/Old Town to Wrzeszcz?

From the Main Train Station ( Gdańsk Główny ) take SKM train to Gdańsk Wrzeszcz station (6 minutes).

Alternatively, in front of the train station (or one stop earlier in front of the Forum shopping centre) take tram line 6 direction Jelitkowo or line 12 direction Oliwa . Get off at stop Jaśkowa Dolina , if you want to explore the trendy Lower Wrzeszcz area, or at stop Galeria Bałtycka , if you’re in the mood to shop in one of Gdansk’s biggest shopping malls .

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How to get from Wrzeszcz to the Gdansk Main/Old Town.

From the Gdansk Wrzeszcz train station take SKM train to Gdansk Główny station (6 minutes).

Alternatively, take tram line 6 direction Łostowice Świętokrzyska or line 12 direction Migowo . Get off at stop Dworzec Główny or Hucisko (closer to Długa Street).

How to get from the Gdansk Main/Old Town to Oliwa?

From the Main Train Station ( Gdańsk Główny ) take SKM train to Gdańsk Oliwa station (14 minutes).

Alternatively, in front of the train station (or one stop earlier in front of the Forum shopping centre) take tram line 6 direction Jelitkowo or line 12 direction Oliwa . Get off at stop Oliwa .

How to get from Gdansk to Sopot?

From the Main Train Station ( Gdańsk Główny ) take SKM train to Sopot station (20 minutes).

How To Plan A Daytrip From Gdansk To Sopot

How to get from Gdansk to Gdynia?

From the Main Train Station ( Gdańsk Główny ) take SKM train to Gdynia Główna station (34 minutes).

How To Plan A Daytrip From Gdansk To Gdynia

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• Layla, Wonderplan, and PLAN by ixigo are AI travel planning apps with customizable itineraries.
• iplan.ai offers detailed itineraries for popular tourist cities based on interests and budget.
• Curiosio plans road trips on all continents, while Trip Planner AI helps with activity selection and cost estimation.

You can tell a travel agent your preferred dates, the place you want to visit, and your budget, and expect a full itinerary of what to do there based on your preferences. But can AI do the same job?

These free travel planning apps use AI and machine-learning tools like ChatGPT to prepare an itinerary for you in a few seconds, and we took them for a spin.

Layla describes itself as an AI trip planner, meaning you can use it to decide your vacation destination, create itineraries, and find suitable hotels and flights.

If you are uncertain about your destination or would like suggestions, you can ask Layla for advice regarding your trip. Otherwise, enter your destination and ask Layla to create your itinerary. Within a few seconds, you'll get a detailed plan for your trip.

As Layla is a chatbot, you can enter a prompt to ask it to change your itinerary. For instance, ask it to focus more on outdoor activities or include local restaurants. If you're unsatisfied with the activities planned on any particular day, you can give instructions and ask Layla to regenerate that part only.

Once you've perfected your itinerary, you can share it with your friends via a URL or add it to your bucket list.

2. Wonderplan

Wonderplan is a wonderful AI tool for planning your trip. To create your itinerary, Wonderplan first asks you to enter your destination country and city, your budget, the number of days you'll be staying, and your interests.

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PLAN by ixigo starts by asking you about your dream destination. Then, it provides an option to describe the type of experience you want to have. This is just like a ChatGPT prompt, so you can enter anything you wish.

For example, you can specify the duration of your stay, your interests, the kinds of activities you're looking for, whether you have a family with you, and so on.

But if you can't think of any prompts, PLAN by ixigo provides a few trip ideas, so you can always select those. PLAN by ixigo then shows a day-wise plan, showing what you can do in the morning, afternoon, and evening.

However, if the suggested itinerary doesn't sound appealing, you can again enter a prompt to edit it.

4. iplan.ai

While iplan.ai doesn't mention which AI or machine-learning algorithm it uses, the results are fantastic enough to gloss over that. The app works beautifully on phones to give you a full itinerary for any one city at a time, depending on how many days you have there.

The app first asks you to name the destination city. As far as we checked, iplan.ai works best for popular tourist cities, not offbeat or obscure travel. Next, note how many days you will be there, and then choose your free time each day—a cool step to ensure a better itinerary if you already have some plans, but not a whole days worth.

Tell iplan.ai if you're traveling solo, as a couple, with family, or with friends, and then choose your interest among topics like history, art and culture, nature, entertainment, shopping, food, sports, relaxing, etc. Finally, choose between an economy, normal, or luxury budget.

After a few minutes, iplan.ai gives you a day-wise itinerary for your trip. It's plotted on a map so you can see all the locations, and each point of interest has a brief description along with estimated travel time.

The app has both free and paid plans. With a paid account, you can share the trip plan with your friends and access it offline. Another limitation of iplan.ai is that you can't get an itinerary for a multi-city trip. For now, you'll need to make a plan for each city you're visiting, one at a time.

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The easiest last-minute travel plan is to get into a car and drive. Curiosio specializes in helping you plan an itinerary for a road trip to several major countries on all continents. It doesn't cover every single place, but the existing collection is impressive enough.

Curiosio uses its own AI engine, Ingeenee, which is trained on several crowdsourced travel-based resources, such as Wikivoyage, Wikipedia, Wikidata, Freebase, DBpedia, GeoNames, OSMNames, and OpenStreetMap. Through this dataset, it can chart an itinerary that meets your requirements across various parameters.

You can set options for a round trip or a one-way trip with starting and finishing points. If there are any places you want to visit on the way, add them in. Then set the number of travelers, dates of the journey, what vehicle you're using, total budget, and whether you want to visit places that spark curiosity or are obscure. The AI will usually give you multiple plans and routes for these options.

The itinerary includes a map of your route and a day-wise breakdown of where you'll be going and what you'll be seeing. Each point of interest is clickable to find more information about it. There are easy ways to share your itinerary with co-travelers, print it out, or even export it to Google Maps. Curiosio is one of the best road trip planners for your next adventure .

6. Trip Planner AI

Trip Planner AI plans a perfect trip to your dream destination. Begin creating your itinerary by entering the city you wish to visit and traveling dates. You can add multiple destinations here.

Then, select the kinds of activities you prefer, the number of people, and whether you're traveling with friends or family. Trip Planner AI asks you about your dietary preferences and budget.

As an optional step, you can specify the place where you'll be staying so that it creates an itinerary accordingly. If you haven't decided on your lodging yet, you can explore hotels suggested by Trip Planner AI.

Finally, Trip Planner AI generates a detailed itinerary, a map, and basic information about the city you're visiting. For each destination, it provides the details of the place, expected traveling time, and cost. Though it provides a complete plan for your trip, you can manually add or remove activities from your itinerary. You can also invite your friends to edit the itinerary and download it as a PDF.

7. Vacay Chatbot

Vacay Chatbot is not a dedicated itinerary maker but an AI chatbot that acts like your travel advisor. So, you can ask it to give travel recommendations, compare different destinations, and, of course, create an itinerary. If you've previously used AI chatbots like ChatGPT, you'll find this trip planner easy to use.

Just enter a prompt specifying your destination and trip details and ask Vacay Chatbot to create an itinerary. You can include details like your trip duration, budget, preferences, number of travelers, etc. The more details you provide, the better your itinerary will be.

One of the downsides of using Vacay Chatbot is that it doesn't provide a map for your trip. However, you can use these apps to plot your itinerary on a map .

All these travel planning AI apps urge you not to use the itinerary as-is and only treat it as a template or guide to begin planning your trip. This is because they currently have several limitations, like databases that aren't recently updated or require specific prompts from the user.

A real human travel agent will still give you a more customized itinerary, but it will cost you a few bucks. If you want a free base guide, more basic travel planning apps are a good starting point.

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I watched Apple's newest Immersive Video on the Vision Pro, and it was my 'aha' moment

One minute into Apple's 2023 MLS Cup Highlights Immersive Video for the  Vision Pro , I thought to myself, "Maybe I don't need to buy tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup that's taking place just 30 minutes away from my house."

That's how real, spirited, and stimulating it was to watch some of the world's best athletes compete for the coveted Anschutz Trophy, awarded to the winning team in Major League Soccer, as fans cheered from the stands, rain or shine.

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There's even a scene in the montage when, spoiler alert, the Columbus Crew are celebrating in the locker room with champagne. Even the most VIP of tickets won't get you a seat that good.

All of these moments were captured in 8K, 3D, 180-degree video; wide enough to span from one side of your peripheral vision to the other, but not so grand as to make you afraid you'll miss a beat if you look the wrong way. Those specifications qualify content like the  2023 MLS Cup Highlights  as " Immersive Video ," a format exclusive to the Apple Vision Pro, and one of the features that has slowly crept up to the top for me.

When I first tried the Vision Pro at the Apple store, I got a sneak peek at how Immersive Videos might transform sports viewing in VR. Watching a baseball home run from the dugout, a soccer goal from behind the net, or even something as simple as someone walking on a tightrope feels more lively on the headset than on a flat-screen TV. Spatial audio, the Vision Pro's ability to emulate sounds based on location, certainly helped.

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The level of detail I saw last night when Apple released the MLS montage -- its first Immersive Video since the initial launch day batch -- was better than any other sports content on competing  VR headsets . The five-minute compilation, available for free on the Apple TV app, cycles between various camera angles, some of which make it easier to focus on the ball than others. While some jump cuts were disorienting, they gave me a sense of what camera angles work best for watching sports in VR.

The recent NBA Slam Dunk Contest was also captured with a spatial video camera, potentially for a future Immersive Video.

One angle I particularly enjoyed was the bird's-eye view, captured by a "floating" highwire camera as players were passing the ball from one end of the field to the other. The panning was natural, and it felt like I was flying above the field. Another shot, captured from behind the goalpost, was creative, but the 3D effects of the camera made the net appear more pixelated.

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While short, the five-minute Immersive Video exposed me to the Vision Pro's biggest strengths and weaknesses when it comes to sports viewing. On one end, the Vision Pro can only stream the 8K footage through 4K-resolution lenses, so the compression (read: blurriness) of finer things like confetti and players' faces is apparent. On the other end, the experience was so immersive that I could see myself watching just about any sport on the Vision Pro, putting any intentions to attend a live event on hold.

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Passengers injured after United Airlines flight from Israel diverted to NY over turbulence

A United Airlines flight from Israel made an emergency landing in New York on Friday after the plane experienced severe turbulence that required several passengers to seek medical attention.

The flight, that was over 10 hours from Tel Aviv to New Jersey, landed in New York Stewart International Airport after experiencing high winds that caused a disturbance on board, according to United Airlines.

“United Airlines Flight 85 landed safely at New York Stewart International Airport around 6:45 p.m. local time on Friday, March 29, after the crew reported a passenger medical emergency,” the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) told USA TODAY. “The Boeing 787 departed from Tel Aviv and was en route to Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey.”

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Several passengers impacted by severe turbulence

While there are several reports that between seven to 22 people were taken off the United Airlines flight because of injuries, the airline did not confirm the exact number of people that needed medical attention.

“One passenger deplaned due to a medical incident, and a few other customers were seen by medical personnel for possible motion sickness,” United Airlines told USA TODAY.

United Airlines Flight 85 was able to refuel and continue their journey to Newark Liberty International Airport .

The FAA has opened an investigation regarding the incident.

United Airlines Paris flight diverted to Denver over engine issue

Another United Airlines flight had to be diverted this week.

Flight 990, which was headed to Paris from San Francisco International Airport , was diverted to Denver on Thursday evening after the crew reported an issue with the engine, according to the statement United Airlines emailed to USA TODAY on Friday. After it landed safely, passengers deplaned normally, and the flight was canceled.

A representative from United said the airline was looking to provide flight options for the 273 passengers who were on board.

Contributing: Julia Go m ez , USA TODAY

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