Trip to Gdańsk - 7 days
- Arrive in Gdańsk and check into your accommodation
- Take a stroll through the city center and get a feel for the local culture
- Visit the Gdańsk Tourist Information Center to pick up some maps and brochures
- Head to the Long Market (Długi Targ) to see the city's famous Gothic architecture and enjoy some street food
Long Market
- Start the day with a visit to the European Solidarity Centre (ESC), which tells the story of the Solidarity movement
- Next, head to the Gdańsk Shipyard, where you can learn about the city's maritime history
- Visit the Westerplatte Peninsula, the site of the first clash between Polish and German forces in 1939
- End the day with a visit to the Museum of the Second World War, which offers a comprehensive look at the war's impact on Poland
Gdansk Shipyard
Historic shipyard known for the 1980 Solidarity trade union movement, with tours of landmarks today.
European Solidarity Centre
Museum & library dedicated to modern Polish history & a prominent trade union movement.
Museum of the Second World War
Striking, modern museum devoted to the Polish experience during the second World War.
- Spend the day exploring Gdańsk's cultural attractions
- Start with a visit to the National Museum, which features a collection of Polish art and artifacts
- Next, head to the Baltic Sea Cultural Centre, which hosts a variety of exhibitions and events
- End the day with a visit to the Gdańsk Opera, where you can catch a performance of opera, ballet, or theater
National Museum in Gdańsk
Fine art showcase best known for its massive, 15th-century Last Judgment triptych by Hans Memling.
Poland
Prominent thoroughfare lined with restaurants, bars & shops, plus classic apartment buildings.
Aleja Zwycięstwa
- Take a day trip to the nearby Hel Peninsula, where you can enjoy some beautiful beaches and water sports
- Visit the Hel Fortress, a 19th-century fortification that now serves as a museum
- End the day with a visit to the Gdańsk Lighthouse, which offers stunning views of the city and the Baltic Sea
Poland
Prominent thoroughfare lined with restaurants, bars & shops, plus classic apartment buildings.
Targ Drzewny
- Spend the day exploring Gdańsk's culinary scene
- Start with a visit to the Gdańsk Market Hall, where you can sample some local delicacies
- Next, head to the Craft Beer Corner, where you can try some of the city's best craft beers
- End the day with a visit to a traditional Polish restaurant, where you can try some local specialties like pierogi or bigos
Plac Dominikański
Poland
Prominent thoroughfare lined with restaurants, bars & shops, plus classic apartment buildings.
- Take a day trip to the Malbork Castle, a stunning medieval castle that's a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Take a guided tour of the castle and learn about its history
- End the day with a visit to the nearby town of Sztum, where you can try some local cuisine
Malbork Castle
14th-century Teutonic castle housing museum of medieval artifacts, paintings & an amber collection.
Sztum County
- Spend the morning shopping for souvenirs or exploring any last-minute sights
- Depart Gdańsk and head home
- I hope this itinerary helps you plan your trip to Gdańsk! Enjoy your travels!
Poland
Prominent thoroughfare lined with restaurants, bars & shops, plus classic apartment buildings.