Visits.
They say that in Poland all roads lead to Krakow. But what if you have done Krakow and are in the mood to see something new?
If you fancy getting out of town for a few days then why not head for one of the following destinations to get a perspective on the country as a whole.
Warsaw
This long-suffering city has been through the trenches and has come out the other side – literally. Today, Poland’s capital city has left the shackles of its communist past well and truly behind. Lauded as the country’s business centre, Warsaw is a vibrant city bustling with life and energy. But memories of its butchered past are not forgotten and can be seen in the structure and make up of the city. Nevertheless, Warsaw has a lot to offer visitors with its many galleries, museums, restaurants and bars. Warsaw is almost 3 hours from Krakow by train.
Link: Warsaw’s official website...
Wroclaw
Entitled the “Venice of Poland”, Wroclaw was built on 12 islands and is surrounded by rivers and canals. The city’s beautiful old town is a genial mix of Gothic and Baroque architecture, scores of bridges and a vibrant student life. When it comes to culture, Wroclaw, with its galleries, exhibitions, theatre, opera, pantomime and festival possibilities, is a serious challenge to Krakow’s supreme position as culture capital. Wroclaw is almost 4 hours from Krakow by train.
Link: Wroclaw’s official website...
Lublin
A charming alternative to Krakow, Lublin’s Old Town, albeit small, is a maze of old cobbled streets, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and beautiful burgher houses. Still relatively unspoiled by the ravishes of modern tourism, this city is a gem when it comes to discovering true Poland. Lublin is about 5 hours from Krakow by train.
Link: Lublin’s official website...
Gdansk
Gdansk’s print on history will be eternal. Referred to as the spark that ignited World War II, the city has risen from the ashes and has triumphed with the reconstruction of its Old Town. Today the centre is chock-full with bars, clubs, restaurants, cafes and hotels. Special treats include the beautiful Burgher houses that line the streets. Together with neighbouring cities Sopot and Gdynia, Gdansk makes up Tri-city – more nightlife, more beaches and more fun! Gdansk is about 8 hours by train from Krakow.
Link: Gdansk’s official website...