Cześć i dzień dobry! Welcome to our Wroclaw travel guide – your ultimate companion to discovering this beautiful and vivid Polish city overrun and ruled by dwarfs. If you’re into charming old towns, delicious food, cozy yet lively cities full of green spaces, some quirky architecture, and spots from famous TV series – you’ll fall in love with Wroclaw. Get ready for a pleasant stroll through its colorful streets, where we’ll show you amazing things to do in Wroclaw, Poland.
Wroclaw is our Polish home. We love it, we know it well, and we think it’s a shame that it’s still in the shadow of other popular names like Krakow or Gdansk. Let’s change it!
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A few words about Wroclaw
Wrocław is the third biggest city in Poland located in southwestern Poland, not far from Germany and the Czech Republic. It’s the capital of the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, one out of 16 Polish administrative divisions. Wrocław is a popular travel destination for Poles, but unfortunately often overlooked by foreign visitors in favor of Krakow, Gdansk or Warsaw.
An interesting thing is that Wroclaw became part of Poland again only in 1945, after 610 years of being part of various countries like the Kingdom of Bohemia, the Kingdom of Hungary, the Habsburg monarchy of Austria, the Kingdom of Prussia, and Germany.
Wrocław, Poland FAQ
Wroclaw is best known for its beautiful old town and the hundreds of dwarfs that took over the whole city. It’s also surrounded by rivers and canals featuring many bridges and footbridges thanks to which it’s often called Venice of Poland. What’s more, Wroclaw is featured in some famous TV series like High Water on Netflix (which focuses on the devastating 1997 flood of the century) or Breslau on Disney+.
Absolutely! Wroclaw is charming and colorful. It’s a city where old is intertwined with new, and beautiful with shabby. Wroclaw offers a wide variety of activities – from searching for cute dwarfs, exploring nooks and crooks of the old town, to visiting interesting museums and eating delicious food. For sure, Wroclaw will please every traveler’s taste.
You can discover the most popular places in Wroclaw in two or three days as the city is compact and the main attractions aren’t too far from each other. Although if you want to get to know Wroclaw better, we recommend staying for at least a week.
According to the Internet, it’s pronounced vrowt-swaaf (en-us) or vrot-swaaf (en-gb). Although even we, Polish folks, can’t read it correctly from this. So we found a YouTube video for you, where you’ll hear correct Wrocław pronunciation.
Wroclaw is a walkable city and the main landmarks aren’t too far from each other. Sometimes you might need public transport (bus/tram) but don’t worry as the city is well connected – use jakdojade.pl to quickly find connections. You can also easily rent a bike or electric scooter and move around even quicker.
Dwarfs hunting in Wroclaw
Dwarf hunting is one of the most popular things to do in Wroclaw, fun for both small and big ones. These cute little creatures started to take over the city about 20 years ago and now no one really knows how many of them are here. The latest information we found says that there are more than 1000 of them all around the city!
How to find Wroclaw’s dwarfs?
You can spot them all over the city, not only in its center. To help with the search you can head to the Krasnal Info located in Market Square where you can buy maps with dwarfs locations or download the “Wrocławskie Krasnale” app on App Store or Play Store. Of course, you can also hunt for them without any help, while sightseeing in the city.
Where exactly did dwarfs come from?
The genesis of the dwarfs in Wroclaw comes from the Orange Alternative (pl. Ruch Pomarańczowa Alternatywa). It was a movement that was peacefully fighting against the absurdities of the communist times. During that time activists painted anti-communist slogans and inscriptions all over the city. Authorities painted them over and then in turn, as an act of protest, activists decorated them with the figure of a smiling dwarf in an orange hat and a flower in hand.
The first dwarf, Papa Krasnal appeared in Wroclaw in June 2001. Once he was an engaged activist of the Orange Alternative, now he’s resting on a well-deserved retirement, performing the function of the chairman of the Wroclaw Council of Dwarfs (which shouldn’t be surprising as he’s the biggest, the oldest, and probably the wisest of all).
Other dwarfs started moving into Wrocław in 2005, and we guess they really like the city as new ones are constantly coming! No wonder that searching for them became a must-do thing in every Wroclaw travel guide. It’s so fun!
Our travel video from Wroclaw
Things to do in Wroclaw Old Town
Wroclaw Main Market Square
Wroclaw Main Square (pl. Rynek Wrocławski) is one the oldest and largest market squares in Poland and in Europe. Brick houses started to appear in the square in the 13th century, and during the following years, they came through many architectural changes. During World War II about 60% of the buildings around the market square were destroyed. Later, in the 60s, they were carefully rebuilt, to the look you can admire today.
The most peculiar thing about the Wroclaw market square is the fact that its central part, the mid-market block, is twisted by 7° clockwise compared to the rest of the buildings. Why it looks like that is a mystery – one says it was the builders’ mistake, other that it was a planned action to simply create a larger commercial square.
Currently Wroclaw Main Market Square is vibrant, colorful, and always full of life. You’ll find there many restaurants and cafes, shops, and certainly, you’ll come across street artists who will try to entertain you. Exploring Market Square is definitely one of the best things to do in Wroclaw that simply can’t be missed.
Important note for dwarf hunters: Market Square (and its surroundings) is a place where you’ll find the largest concentration of dwarves!
Points of interest in Wroclaw Main Market Square: Town Hall, Cloth Hall, St. Elisabeth’s Church, St. Mary Magdalene Church, Zdrój Fountain, and Pranger. Also, just around the corner, there’s Salt Square, another market square in the city. Here, you’ll also find the Tourist Office & Dwarfs Information Center.
One more thing – the square looks truly amazing at night! If you get a chance – see for yourself.
Wroclaw Town Hall
Wroclaw Town Hall (pl. Ratusz we Wrocławiu) is one of the oldest town halls in Poland, as well as one of the best-preserved. It was built in several stages over about 250 years, between the end of the 13th century to the 16th century. Over the next few hundred years, it was renovated and rebuilt several times. Thankfully, during World War II, Town Hall suffered only moderate damages.
Currently, Town Hall houses a Museum of Bourgeois Art (pl. Muzeum Sztuki Mieszczańskiej). And in its cellars, you’ll find Piwnica Świdnicka – the oldest medieval restaurant in Poland and one of the oldest in Europe. It’s been operating since 1273!
Right in front of the Town Hall you’ll find a pranger (pl. Pręgierz). It’s a place that was used for punishments. Depending on the crime a person was tied to it for several hours, whipped, or even executed. Currently, pranger is a popular meeting place.
Salt Square
Salt Square (pl. Plac Solny) is one of three market squares in Wroclaw, it acts as an auxiliary market for the main market square. It exists since 1242. In the past traders sold mainly salt from the Wieliczka and Bochnia salt mines, but also honey, wax, or leather goods.
Currently, many flower stands dominate the area and some of them are open even 24h a day! Wouldn’t buying flowers at midnight (either for yourself or a loved one) be one of the most unique things to do in Wroclaw?
St. Mary Magdalene Church with Bridge of Penitents
Another must-see in our Wroclaw Poland travel guide is visiting St. Mary Magdalene Church (pl. Kościół Św. Magdaleny). It was built in the 13th century, which makes it one of the oldest churches in the city. Like many other buildings in the market square, it was heavily damaged during WWII – about 70% of it was destroyed. The reconstruction started in 1946 and ended in 1953.
If you want to take a good look at Wroclaw from above, be sure to head to the Bridge of Penitents (pl. Mostek Pokutnic). It’s a footbridge at an altitude of 45m that connects two towers of Mary Magdalene church. Oh, and there you’ll also find two more dwarfs – Tekla and Martynka. Keep in mind that there is no elevator and you’ll have to climb 247 stairs. But the views are definitely worth it!
Entrance to Bridge of Penitents costs 18zł for a normal ticket and 12zł for a reduced one (July 2026). For current prices and opening hours visit visitwroclaw.eu website.
Wondering why is the bridge called the Bridge of Penitents? Here you can read the legend in Polish, English, or German.
St. Elizabeth’s Church with an observation deck
St. Elizabeth’s Church (pl. Bazylika św. Elżbiety) is located on the market square. It’s most popular for its observation deck on the church tower, at an altitude of 75m. To get there you’ll have to climb more than 300 stairs, but panoramic views over the city will make up for the effort.
The entrance to St. Elizabeth’s Church tower costs 10zł for all (July 2026). The observation deck is open from April to October, 10am to 7pm, and is closed during storms and rain. For current prices and opening hours, visit the visitwroclaw.eu website.
Also, in front of St. Elizabeth’s Church take a look at Hansel and Gretel houses. These are two medieval buildings built in the 15th century, connected by an arched gate. Because of that gate, many think that buildings look like they are holding hands, like Hansel and Gretel from the fairy tale. If you’re wondering which building is which: Hansel is the smaller and simpler one, and Gretel is taller and richly decorated.
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Four Denominations District
Four Denominations District (pl. Dzielnica Czterech Świątyń) is a small area in the Wroclaw Old Town where you can find four places of worship for different denominations located in close proximity. These are Orthodox Cathedral, Roman Catholic Church, Augsburg Evangelical Church, and the Synagogue. Perfect thing to do in Wroclaw for church lovers!
Neon Side Gallery
Visiting Neon Side Gallery (pl. Galeria Neonów) without a doubt is one of the most unique things to do in Wroclaw. It’s located in the small, hidden courtyard between Ruska and Antoniego streets, in Four Denominations District. Once you pass the gates you’ll find yourself in a completely different world, filled with neon signs, murals, workshops, and art galleries.
The place was created in 2005 when a local man bought here the first neon that was supposed to be destroyed. Now, the place hosts about 30 neon signs that, in the past, shops, companies, and restaurants used for advertising. The courtyard is worth seeing at any time of day, but after dark, it’s most impressive. This place cannot be missing in any Wroclaw travel guide.
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Shambles
The Shambles are often considered as a hidden gem near Wroclaw Market Square. It’s a short street, one of the oldest in the city, where in the past butchers were located. Today it’s a place where you can find many small art galleries and the Slaughtered Animals Monument (pl. Pomnik ku czci Zwierząt Rzeźnych).
Mathematical Tower Of Wroclaw University
Mathematical Tower Of Wroclaw University is located just a few steps from the market square. It was built in the 18th century and initially used as an astronomical observatory. Currently, it’s another great city viewpoint – from the terrace at a height of 42m, visitors can admire great views over Słodowa Island and the Old Town.
The tower is part of the Museum of the University of Wrocław which also includes: Aula Leopoldina, Oratorium Marianum, and some expositions. To enter the Mathematical Tower, you’ll need to buy a ticket, and the price depends on how many parts of the museum you want to visit (2,3 or 4). To check current prices visit muzeum.uni.wroc.pl website.
Walk along the Wroclaw city moat
If you’ll need a relaxing walk among green spaces, direct your steps to Wroclaw city moat. It starts near the OVO building and runs up to Sikorski Bridge where it almost connects with the Oder River. What we see today are the remains of the original 13th-century fortifications. Along the city moat you’ll find places like:
- Partisan Hill – remains of the old fortification system, a lovely green area with places to sit and relax while watching swans, ducks, and other birds. From 2024 you can also wander around the magnificent, recently renovated Bastion Sakwowy.
- Nicolaus Copernicus Park – a tiny yet beautiful park full of green spaces. There is also a small carousel, great for entertaining little ones
- National Forum of Music – a postmodern building completed only in 2015 housing a large concert hall
- Royal Palace – building housing the Wroclaw City Museum
- Wrocław Opera House (pl. Opera Wrocławska)
- Unique-looking OVO building
- District Court and Prison – unique castle-looking red buildings, dating back to the mid-19th century
- Świebodzki Railway Station – a station which has been out of use since 1991, currently a place with pubs, restaurants, and even museum
Things to do in Wroclaw near Cathedral Island
Cathedral Island (pl. Ostrów Tumski) is the oldest part of Wroclaw, featuring some religious buildings. Once it was indeed an island on the Oder River, but in the 19th century Jérôme Bonaparte ordered to bury it.
Right before sunset, you can also spot a gas lamplighter on Cathedral Island. He walks around and lights up 103 original gas lamps. It’s the only place in Poland with such a unique attraction! It definitently can’t be missing from Wroclaw travel guide.
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist dates back to the 13th century and is probably the most impressive building in Ostrów Tumski. Its towers are almost 100m high and one of them serves as a great viewpoint over the city (there’s an elevator). Also, there is the largest pipe organ in Poland in the center of the church.
Entrance to the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is free, although entrance to the tower with observation terrace, baroque chapels, and altar of St. John the Baptist is paid. You can check current prices and opening hours on the katedra.archidiecezja.wroc.pl website.
Collegiate Church of the Holy Cross and St. Bartholomew
Collegiate Church of the Holy Cross and St. Bartholomew is a two-storey brick church with two towers on Cathedral Island, just a few steps from Cathedral. The upper church is dedicated to Holy Cross, and the lower one to St. Bartholomew.
Tumski Bridge
Another one of the most popular things to do in Wroclaw is to stroll across Tumski Bridge which connects Cathedral Island with Sand Island. It’s also called Lovers Bridge as not that long ago it was full of padlocks that lovers left there to celebrate their feelings. It’s not the case anymore and after the renovations dwarfs keep an eye out for those wanting to hang a padlock again. From the bridge, you can admire lovely views over the Oder River, Bulwar Dunikowskiego, and part of the Nadodrze district.
Botanical Garden of the University of Wrocław
Botanical Garden was established for medical students in 1811. It’s the second-oldest botanical garden in Poland where nowadays you’ll find about 11500 plants from different parts of the world.
The Botanical Garden is open from 1st April to 31st October. Entrance cost 30zł for a normal ticket and 20zł for a reduced one (July 2026). To check current prices and opening hours visit ogrodbotaniczny.wroclaw.pl website.
Xawery Dunikowski Boulevard
Xawery Dunikowski Boulevard is located opposite Cathedral Island. It stretches from Market Hall up to Peace Bridge, but you can continue a relaxing stroll up to the Grunwald Bridge. Bulwar Dunikowskiego is an amazing place for walking, exercising, meeting with friends, or just hanging by the river with great views. For us, relaxing on the boulevard has always been one of the best things to do in Wroclaw – we just love this area.
Along the boulevard, you’ll also find marinas with kayaks and boats to rent. You can also choose to go on a cruise. For the great panoramic views climb a small hill, Bastion Ceglarski, right next to the marina with kayaks. From there you can admire Ostrów Tumski and the crown of the Panorama Racławicka building.
National Museum
National Museum is home to one of the largest collections of art in Poland – more than 200.000 pieces are there! It’s located along Dunikowski Boulevard, close to Panorama Racławicka, in a beautiful 19th-century building covered in ivy.
Entrance to the National Museum is free on Saturdays and paid on other days. You can check current prices and buy online tickets on bilety.mnwr.pl website.
Panorama of the Battle of Racławice
Panorama Racławicka is located in a unique-looking building that resembles a crown. It’s a huge (15x114m), 360-degree painting created by Jan Styk (along with some other artists) at the end of the 19th century to commemorate the 100th anniversary of winning the Battle of Racławice.
The most remarkable thing about it is the fact that they finish painting it in… 9 months! Visiting the Panorama of the Battle of Racławice is one of the most popular things to do in Wroclaw, which not only art lovers will appreciate.
Entrance to Panorama Racławicka cost 50zł for a normal ticket and 35zł for a reduced one (July 2026). You can check current prices and buy online tickets on mnwr.pl website.
Wroclaw’s Manhattan
Staying on the subject of art, we have to mention famous (or sometimes infamous) buildings called Wroclaw’s Manhattan, or even more affectionately: sedesowce (toilet seat apartments should be the good translation). They were designed by a local architect and built between 1970 and 1973.
What’s the story behind them? Ironically those buildings were supposed to bring a bit of Mediterranean vibe to Wroclaw, with plants hanging from the facade, rounded windows, white color, and hanging gardens on the terraces. Unfortunately, rounded windows weren’t delivered, the white color was replaced with gray, and gardens were never built either. But thanks to that, it turned out to be a great example of brutalism architecture. Currently, visiting this area is one of the most unique things to do in Wroclaw, which some love and some hate.
Grunwaldzki Bridge
Grunwaldzki Bridge is the most recognizable suspension bridge in Wroclaw. It was built at the beginning of the 20th century, between 1908-1910. From the bridge, you can admire amazing views over places like Ostrów Tumski, or Wroclaw’s Manhattan.
Market Hall
Wroclaw Market Hall is one of the biggest produce markets in Wroclaw. It’s located at the beginning of Bulwar Dunikowskiego, right next to the Sand Bridge, in a building built at the beginning of the 20th century.
Today, on the two floors, dozens of sellers offer a wide variety of products from Poland and all over the world. While outside, don’t forget to take a look at its clock tower. It’s definitely a place that you can’t miss while in Wrocław.
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Things to in Wroclaw near Centennial Hall
Centennial Hall
Centennial Hall (pl. Hala Stulecia) is one of the most famous Wroclaw landmarks. It was designed by the architect Max Berg and built between 1911-1913 when the city was part of the German Empire. Since the beginning, Centennial Hall has served as a multi-purpose building where many concerts, performances, exhibitions, cultural events, and business summits take place. In front of Centennial Hall, you’ll find a needle-like sculpture called Iglica, set up in 1948.
Centennial Hall became one of Poland’s official national Historic Monuments in 2005 and one year later a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s one of the most impressive concrete structures in the world. Unfortunately, to visit the interior of Centennial Hall you have to take part in one of the events held there. But you’re welcome to stroll around!
Pergola & Multimedia Fountain
While near Centennial Hall, there are two more places that you can’t miss. A lovely stroll around Pergola (a 640m long path among two rows of 750 concrete poles crowned with a grating overgrown with vines) and watching a multimedia fountain show.
In its center, Pergola features a huge multimedia fountain that offers spectacular shows synchronized to music and lights. Shows take place every day from May to October and vary in length and type of music. All are free and you can check the repertoire on the pik.wroclaw.pl website.
Daytime shows are presented every full hour from 10AM-5PM, while evening shows take place every full hour from 6PM-8 or 9PM. Night shows are particularly dazzling as then animations, photos and films are projected on water.
Check out this video to see how spectacular the Wrocław Multimedia Fountain show is:
Japanese Garden
Japanese Garden is another beautiful place near Centennial Hall, a real gem for plants lovers. The garden is part of a bigger green area in the city – Szczytnicki Park. Its first version was created in 1913 by Japanese gardener Mankichi Arai for the Centennial Exhibition event.
Many years later, in the 1990s, the idea of revitalizing the Japanese Garden came up and works were finished in 1997. Unfortunately, 2 months after reconstruction most of the garden was destroyed during the Millennium Flood (one that the High Water Netflix series is about). Finally, in 1999 the Japanese Garden opened again and visiting it quickly became one of the best things to do in Wroclaw.
The Japanese Garden is open from April to the end of October. The entrance costs 30zł for a normal ticket and 20zł for a reduced one (July 2026). To check current prices visit zzm.wroc.pl website.
Things to do near Wrocław Główny train station
Wrocław Główny train station
Wrocław Główny is the biggest and most important train station in the city. It’s located in a castle-looking building dating back to the middle of the 19th century. In our opinion, it’s one of the most beautiful train stations in Poland. We highly recommend admiring it not only from the outside but also from the inside. Also, use the escalators and see the main hall of the train station from the upper floor.
Sky Tower
Sky Tower with a height of 212m is the tallest building in Wroclaw, and the 5th tallest in Poland (as of July 2026). Its construction finished in 2012 and currently serves as a residential, business, commercial, and recreation complex. Take a good look at the shape of the building as for many it resembles something interesting and peculiar!
On its 49th floor, there is a viewpoint that offers amazing views over the city. The entrance to the Sky Tower viewpoint costs 53zł for a normal ticket and 40zł for a reduced one (July 2026). You can buy tickets online on bilety.skytower.pl website, or in the ticket office on the ground floor. For sure, it’s one of the most exciting things to do in Wroclaw!
Inside Sky Tower, you’ll also find Kolejkowo – one of the most popular attractions in Wroclaw, loved by both kids and adults. It’s a large venue with mock-ups featuring a range of detailed miniature worlds with model trains and Wroclaw landmarks. The level of the figures’ detail is truly amazing!
Monument of an Anonymous Passerby
Heading from the Sky Tower towards the Market Square, you’ll come across quirky sculptures called Monument of an Anonymous Passerby (pl. Pomnik Anonimowego Przechodnia). It’s the series of bronze figurines looking as if they disappear into the pavement on one side of the road intersection and reappear on the opposite one. Many say that it’s the metaphor of people going underground in 1981 due to martial law, and getting out of it in 1983 when it ended.
The Monument of an Anonymous Passerby is considered as one of the most interesting monuments in the world.
Off the beaten track & Wroclaw hidden gems
If you want to discover less touristy areas of Wrocław and see where ordinary life takes place, check out those city districts located close to the Old Town:
- Przedmieście Oławskie
- Przedmieście Świdnickie
- Nadodrze
- Krzyki
- Ołbin
- Grabiszyn
Get lost among their streets and maybe you’ll discover some unique places and hidden gems. Here are some of them.
Colorful Backyards on Nadodrze
In the Nadodrze district (close to Cathedral Island) you’ll find unusual Colorful Backyards. As the name already suggests it’s a very colorful place full of unique street art.
Artists used free and blank spaces on the buildings to create spectacular paintings, murals, sculptures, and even installations with the use of everyday items. If you’d like to visit a unique place in Wroclaw, and slightly off the beaten track, be sure not to miss it.
Hydropolis
Hydropolis is an interactive museum where water and the environment play the main part. Inside, you’ll learn about things like the role and importance of water, the physics behind water’s various states, and you’ll see a water printer and interesting models and replicas. It’s one of the coolest positions in our Wroclaw travel guide, especially for families with kids.
Hydropolis is located about a 20 minutes walk from Wrocław Główny train station, or 30 minutes from Wrocław Main Square. Entrance costs 45zł for a normal ticket and 36zł for a reduced one (July 2026). For current prices and online tickets visit hydropolis.pl website.
Here you can take a look at a short video presenting Hydropolis:
Wroclaw parks
Wrocław also boasts a great number of green spaces. We’ve visited many of them, and here are some of our favorites: Park Wschodni, Park Grabiszyński, Park Szczytnicki, Park Zachodni, Las Osobowicki, and Park Południowy.
Wroclaw Christmas Market
Wroclaw Christmas Market (pl. Jarmark Bożonarodzeniowy) is one of the best Christmas markets in Poland and also one of the most beautiful in Europe. It takes place on Wroclaw main Market Square, Salt Square, Świdnicka Street, and Oławska Street.
It’s usually open from mid-November to the end of December. There, you’ll also have a chance to try Polish and international cuisine, as well as buy many products perfect for gifts, decorations, souvenirs, etc. It’s without a doubt one of the coolest things to do in Wroclaw in winter.
Our advice. If you’re not a fan of crowds visit Wroclaw Christmas Market on any other day than the weekend. It can get REALLY busy then and can take away all the joy, at least in our opinion.
Take advantage of guided tours
If you don’t want to put too much effort into planning, you can always take advantage of the guided tours and let someone else take care of all the details.
During your time in Wroclaw, you can for example take part in this interesting Wrocław Old Town and Ostrów Tumski Walking Tour or if you want to save some energy for later, choose this Exploring Wroclaw by E-Car Tour with Audio Guide.
Are you a foodie? Then this Private Traditional Polish Food Tour will be an amazing option for you! For a wide selection and many more well-reviewed tour options, be sure to visit GetYourGuide or Viator website.
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Restaurants to visit in Wroclaw
We won’t lie in saying that the Wroclaw food scene is AMAZING! And that is one of the many reasons we love living here. So far in no other city, we came across so many great restaurants offering high-quality food (but Poznan and Nice are very close).
Our favorite restaurants in Wroclaw:
More amazing restaurants to visit in Wroclaw: Konspira (traditional Polish cuisine), Iggy Pizza, Shrimp House, Woosabi, Pierogarnia Rynek 26, Bernard, Drevny Kocur, Pasibus, Masala Grill & Bar, or Pastrami Summer.
Looking for a coffee, sweets, or ice creams? Take a look at places like Chleboteka, Gniazdo, Polish Lody, Krasnolód, Czarna Magia, Pan Precel, Vinyl Cafe, Słodki Chłopak, or El Gato. Of course, there are also world-popular chains like Starbucks, Costa Coffee, or Green Caffè Nero all around the Wroclaw.
Are you a beer lover? Then you’re lucky as Wroclaw boast many good craft beers. You can try them in places like: Bistro Stu Mostów, Pinta, Szynkarnia, or AleBrowar.
How to get to Wroclaw, Poland?
Wroclaw is located about 360km from Warsaw, 270km from Krakow, 180km from Poznan, and 480km from Gdansk. The most convenient way to get to Wroclaw is by car or train.
Airports near Wroclaw
Wrocław has its own airport. The next closest ones are located in Poznan (180km away) and Katowice (205km away). The easiest way to get from Wroclaw airport to the city center is to take a bus (line 106 or 206) which arrives near the main train station. You can also take a taxi or rent a car. From other airports, you can take direct buses to Wroclaw. To learn more about connections that might interest you visit rome2rio.com website.
Where to park in Wroclaw?
If you choose to travel by car you need to know that cars are successively being pushed back from the city center and it’s quite hard to find a parking place for a car in the center.
Your best option is probably to find an accommodation in Wroclaw with parking space and then travel by bus/tram in the city center. For a shorter periods of time, your best shot is to park in shopping malls (like Wroclavia or Galeria Dominikańska) or along the designated spaces along the streets and pay in parking meters.
To Wrocław by bus
You can easily get to Wrocław by bus, especially from other big Polish cities. For example, the trip from Krakow will take about 3h 15minutes, 2.5 hours from Poznan, and about 4.5 hours from Warsaw. To learn more about bus connections that might interest you visit rome2rio.com or Flixbus website.
To Wrocław by train
You can also easily get to Wroclaw by train. For example, a trip from Katowice will take about 2 hours, 4 hours from Warsaw, and 1.5 hours from Poznan. However, we feel obligated to warn you that trains are often unreliable and delayed. To learn more about connections that might interest you, visit rome2rio.com or rozklad-pkp.pl website.
Things to do in Wroclaw, Poland – Summing up
Wroclaw is such a beautiful Polish city, isn’t it? If you’re into charming old towns full of history and hidden gems, hunting cute little creatures, amazing food scene, big yet cozy places, and weird architecture – it’s a perfect place for you! Hope our Wroclaw travel guide helped you choose the best places to visit in town, and as you can see, there are plenty of them. Enjoy your time in Wroclaw!
Our opinion about Wroclaw
As we mentioned at the beginning, Wroclaw is our home. We’ve been living here long since we began our digital nomads journey. During all those years we got to know it pretty well and without hesitation, we can say that this is our favorite place in Poland.
What we don’t like about it? Well, it’s a big and often busy city that sometimes can be overwhelming, especially during the summer months and December. But compared to Krakow or Gdansk, it’s still very peaceful place. It’s also full of horrible graffiti on the walls even in the city center and there are too many homeless/drunk people. Pollution/smog is also a huge drawback but thankfully it’s noticeable almost exclusively during the autumn/winter. But no place is perfect and overall we love living in Wroclaw!
Accommodations and map
Check out various recommended places below.
Guys, I’m seriously impressed, well done on your fantastic post and the charming introduction to Wroclaw. So much work has gone into this and I loved hearing all about your city. I listened to the pronunciation video but I’m still struggling. I think I prefer the Polish version. Those cute little gnome statues would engage me for days. Ah well, I’ll keep September in mind and maybe it works out for a visit.
Carolin | Solo Travel Story
Wroclaw looks lovely.
I will keep it in mind when we eventually visit Poland.
Sensational blog post, Sonia.