Poland's Heartland

The capital of Poland is also its largest city, functioning as an important political, cultural, and financial center.

The Old Town and New Town make up this historic center, rebuilt post-WWII and now constituting an extraordinary cultural hub.

One of Poland's largest museums houses collections of fine and applied art, by Classical, Polish, and international artists.

Poland's most significant modern art museum exhibits paintings, videos, and art installations by Polish and international artists.

A remarkable boulevard, stretching for 4km and lined with significant historical monuments, palaces, churches, and more.

The second-largest Nazi death camp, Treblinka commemorates the history of almost a million victims slaughtered within its grounds.

Poland's third largest city, Lodz is rich with 19C charm evident in its fascinating architecture, lush parks, and numerous museums.

Centrally located and spanning 76ha, Warsaw's largest park seamlessly combines architectural gems with natural woodland charm.

Formerly a royal bathhouse, this 17C Baroque palace retains a collection of original furniture and fine Flemish paintings.

A 19C palace with lovely adjoined gardens, housing a museum that traces Polish artistic and monarchical heritage.

Poland's tallest building offers theaters, museums, and a stunning view of the city, as well as a fine example of Soviet architecture.

Home to many theaters, clubs, and museums, Lublin styles itself as a thriving cultural hub with vibrant and exciting nightlife.

One of Poland's most picturesque towns, Kazimierz Dolny is full of historical significance and truly unique medieval charm.

The seat of monarchs for centuries, this reconstructed 14C castle now acts as a museum and hosts concerts of classical music.

Carefully reconstructed post-WWII, this district offers architectural wealth, cultural diversity, and charming thoroughfares.

An amazing science museum, rife with interactive exhibitions set over seven vast galleries, that will excite both kids and adults.

A rich 19C library with one of Europe's largest rooftop botanical gardens, which offers a great respite from the city's bustle.

A national park preserving the wild swamps, ponds, and peat bogs of eastern Poland, it's famous for its almost primeval wetlands.

A lush forested area of over 2,000 interconnected lakes, famed for offering an abundance of outdoor activities.

A metropolis of cultural significance, Krakow preserves a multitude of historic and religious remnants dating all the way to the 7C.

Discover the most famous Old Town in Poland - a medieval district rife with religious, cultural, and architectural wealth.

An 19C national museum housing valuable collections of 16C-19C paintings, cultural artifacts, antiquities, and craftsmanship.

A hilltop complex consisting of the 14C Royal Castle, the famed Cathedral, a treasury, an armory, and various excellent exhibits.

A cultural center housing rare 17C-19C Japanese woodblock prints, as well as rotating exhibitions pertaining to Asian heritage.

Poland's smallest national park is remarkably versatile, as it is home to a 1000 flora species, castles, caves, and rock formations.

Operational since the 13C, these extraordinary salt mines feature chapels, statues, and artwork, all carved out of salt rock.

Adjacent to Schindler's Factory, this gallery of contemporary art finely synthesizes works of Polish and international artists.

Famed for its striking facade lined with twelve statues of the disciples, this 17C Baroque Jesuit church holds weekly concerts.

This 14C redbrick basilica contains the world's largest Gothic altarpiece, and is famed for its hourly trumpet call.

The oldest of Krakow's university buildings dates to the 14C and contains professors’ quarters, gardens, lecture rooms, and libraries.

Treat yourself to an adventure in Poland's largest amusement park, offering fun for all with more than 30 exciting rides.

Lying on the Polish border, this mountain range is renowned for its Alp-like beauty, and multitude of hiking routes.

Lined with churches, palaces, boutiques, and cafes, this 13C square hums with the colorful vibrancy of a medieval marketplace.

Found below the Main Square, this hi-tech museum depicts 14C life in Krakow, as well as excavated medieval artifacts and ruins.

Stroll down one of Krakow's oldest streets, lined with fine Renaissance houses and leading to the foot of the Royal Castle hill.

A remnant of the city's formidable medieval fortification system, the barbican now hosts exhibitions and occasional tournaments.

This 11C fortified abbey is the oldest monastery in Poland, brimming with tumultuous history and a wealth of ecclesiastical relics.

Principally known for its exceptionally beautiful mountainous panoramas, this national park is a must visit for nature lovers.

This spectacularly ornate cathedral is part of a 13C religious compound, and is famous for its exquisite stained-glass pieces.

A museum dedicated to the works of Stanislaw Wyspianski, an extraordinary Polish painter and craftsman with a copious legacy.

Nestled within the Pieniny Mountains, this protected area offers breathtaking vistas, such as the limestone Three Crowns massif.

Central to Polish Christianity, this monasterial complex is rife with architectural diversity and religious relics.

One of Poland's most colorful cities, Wroclaw is strewn with bridges, historic monuments, and plenty of multicultural charm.

A treasure of brilliant architecture and vibrant spirit, this historic center offers a uniquely rich experience of Polish culture.

Housing one of Poland's largest collections of 20C art, this museum also traces the history and artistic wealth of the Silesian region.

An enormous 19C cycloramic painting depicting the infamous 18C Battle of Raclawice, a significant triumph in Polish history.

An 18C Baroque palace, housing the Wroclaw City Museum and its exceptional exhibits on history, interior design, and art.

Located not far from the Ksiaz Castle, this recreational complex is home to several rich greenhouses and 80 species of plants.

Poland's third largest castle is a gorgeous 13C structure, set on a cliff in a forest and houses museums, restaurants, and hotels.

The only museum of its kind in Poland, it traces the evolution of architecture, and houses an extensive collection of stained glass.

The tallest building in Poland offers marvelous views of the city from the 49th floor, which is open for visitors.

Poland's third largest university is housed in a grand Baroque building, and is famed for the lavishly ornate Leopold auditorium.

Visit one of Europe's largest operating fountains to enjoy a dazzling water show, accompanied by music and colorful lights.

Famous for its gorgeous glacier-carved cirques and 1600m Sniezka peak, this national park is a popular destination for hikers.

A mountainous national park near the Czech Republic border, known for remarkable rock labyrinths, and splendidly shaped formations.

Poland's second oldest botanical garden is set on the Tumski Isle, home to richly varied plant life and picturesque scenery.

An architectural curiosity, this 13C Town Hall boasts remarkable Gothic ornamentation, and houses the Museum of Burgher Art.

The oldest and largest zoological garden in Poland, it is home to a multifaceted selection of nearly 1,100 animal species.

Step away from the bustling streets and take in the calm of the city's oldest and largest recreational wooded area.

Step into the magical world of the mountain spirit, and learn about local legends in a brilliant interactive exhibition.

A vast park stretching between the lovely Bobr River and the Jelenia Mountain, offering hiking and great kayaking opportunities.

Criss-crossed with two rivers and a canal, Bydgoszcz offers great picturesque views, architectural variety, and many attractions.

Whether you linger in a square or stroll through quaint streets towards a river, your time will be well spent in this city center.

Framed by waterways and located in the heart of the city, this islet is a thriving leisure area offering lush parkland and museums.

One of Poland's largest churches, this 20C basilica is famed for its monumental Neoclassical dome, as well as lavish interior.

A perfect woodland awaits you north of the center, where the forest offers a zoo, botanical gardens, and opulent natural beauty.

Tracing its origins to a 13C Teutonic fort, this great riverside town boasts ample medieval architecture and a vibrant ambiance.

Featuring a fossil museum and an amusement park, this Jurassic complex houses 100 dinosaur models and is one of Europe's largest.

Dating to the 16C, this church is known for its architectural collage, including Gothic, Baroque, Rococo, and Renaissance elements.

Bydgoszcz's oldest church dates to the 15C, boasting remarkable Gothic architecture and a unique brilliantly colored interior.

A lively city serving as the region's capital, famous for its hectic history, opulent marketplaces, and thriving nightlife.

Situated on the site of a former Nazi extermination camp, this museum memorializes the 200,000 victims massacred here.

Ingeniously constructed by Teutonic Knights, this vast 15C redbrick fortress is one of the largest in the world.

This national park preserves the rich variety of birds, mammals, and plants along the banks of the Drawa and Plocziczna rivers.

Saturated with a millennium of seafaring history, this port city is famous for its beaches, cultural life, and medieval charm.

Wander through this lovely port city, enjoying the Flemish and Renaissance architecture, as well as the ever-present sea breeze.

One of Gdansk's main attractions, this historic square boasts the 17C bronze Neptune fountain as well as several shops and restaurants.

A neighborhood in Gdansk, known for its 12C Cistercian abbey as well as its 15C Rococo palace and lovely gardens.

Once the route taken by monarchs on their rare visits, this pedestrian thoroughfare boasts houses with remarkably elegant facades.

Once a resort for the wealthy, this seaside town is famed for its lovely beaches, complemented by a thriving nightlife.

Ingeniously constructed by Teutonic Knights, this vast 15C redbrick fortress is one of the largest in the world.

Situated in a 15C Franciscan monastery, this museum is a branch of Poland's National Museum, and houses several art exhibits.

Visit one of the loveliest beaches in the area, walk the white sands stretching away, or simply relax and enjoy the sun.

This 15C lighthouse, reinforced over the centuries with Gothic fortifications, is now a part of the Gdansk History Museum.

Enjoy a cup of coffee and admire the charming Old Town street, wonderfully reconstructed to retain traditional local architecture.

Renowned for the "moving dunes" uncommon in Europe, this unspoiled biosphere reserve boasts rich wildlife and great hiking trails.

An exciting educational sea park, housing several seal species, as well as a nautical museum and a 3D Prehistoric Oceanarium.

Visit the world's largest brick church, dating to the 14C and offering over 30 remarkable chapels, as well as the best views of the city.

This neighborhood serves as an open-air gallery, exhibiting colorful large-scale graffiti murals of historical significance.

This 17C house boasts a marvelously ornate facade and is crested with four exquisite statues of Classical personages.

Famous for its Flemish architecture and elaborate ornamentation, this 17C building now houses the Academy of Fine Arts.

One of the important northern seaports in Poland, offering lovely beaches, nautical museums, and great restaurants.

With 40 animate life-size dinosaurs, a 5D movie theater, a fossil museum and more, this park promises an unforgettable experience.

The capital of Poland is also its largest city, functioning as an important political, cultural, and financial center.

The Old Town and New Town make up this historic center, rebuilt post-WWII and now constituting an extraordinary cultural hub.

One of Poland's largest museums houses collections of fine and applied art, by Classical, Polish, and international artists.

Poland's most significant modern art museum exhibits paintings, videos, and art installations by Polish and international artists.

A remarkable boulevard, stretching for 4km and lined with significant historical monuments, palaces, churches, and more.

The second-largest Nazi death camp, Treblinka commemorates the history of almost a million victims slaughtered within its grounds.

Poland's third largest city, Lodz is rich with 19C charm evident in its fascinating architecture, lush parks, and numerous museums.

Centrally located and spanning 76ha, Warsaw's largest park seamlessly combines architectural gems with natural woodland charm.

Formerly a royal bathhouse, this 17C Baroque palace retains a collection of original furniture and fine Flemish paintings.

A 19C palace with lovely adjoined gardens, housing a museum that traces Polish artistic and monarchical heritage.

Poland's tallest building offers theaters, museums, and a stunning view of the city, as well as a fine example of Soviet architecture.

Home to many theaters, clubs, and museums, Lublin styles itself as a thriving cultural hub with vibrant and exciting nightlife.

One of Poland's most picturesque towns, Kazimierz Dolny is full of historical significance and truly unique medieval charm.