Travel Guides
Poland travel guides
Long, useful guides to the places worth your time, written to be read start to finish.
All travel guides to Poland
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Best Castles in Poland
From the Teutonic fortress at Malbork to the royal seats at Wawel and Warsaw, the Polish castles most worth your time.
Itinerary
3 Days in Krakow
A practical three-day plan for Krakow, pairing the Old Town and Wawel with Kazimierz and one strong day trip.
Things to do
Things to Do in Krakow
The sights, neighbourhoods and day trips that make Krakow worth several days, ranked by how essential each one is.
Itinerary
Poland in 10 Days: The Classic Route
A practical ten-day route across the country, pairing Krakow, Warsaw, Gdansk and Wroclaw with the day trips that make each stop worthwhile.
Thematic
Krakow vs Prague: Which to Visit?
A fair comparison of Krakow and Prague for a short city break, covering old towns, sights, food and beer, crowds, cost and day trips, with a clear verdict for each type of traveller.
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Best Restaurants in Krakow
A practical guide to eating in Krakow across every budget, from cash-only milk bars and Plac Nowy zapiekanki to traditional Polish dining rooms, Michelin-starred kitchens and the cafes and bars of Kazimierz.
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A Guide to Pierogi: Types and Where to Eat Them
Pierogi are Poland's signature dumplings. Here are the classic fillings, the difference between boiled and fried, and where to eat them well.
Itinerary
How Many Days Do You Need in Krakow?
Two days covers Krakow's Old Town and Kazimierz, three lets you add Wieliczka or Auschwitz, and four or more opens up day trips into the surrounding region.
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Is Poland Worth Visiting?
Poland is an easy yes for most travellers: distinctive cities, walkable history, better food than its reputation, real mountains and coast, and prices still below most of Western Europe.
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First Time in Poland: Everything You Need to Know
A practical first-timer's overview of Poland: which cities to choose, how many days to stay, getting around by train, money, language, safety, food and the best time to visit.
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Wawel Castle Visitor Guide
A practical visitor guide to Wawel in Krakow: the Royal Castle State Rooms and Private Apartments, the Cathedral and Sigismund Bell, the Crown Treasury and Armoury, and the Dragon's Den, plus how the separate timed tickets work.
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How to Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow
A practical guide to visiting the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial from Krakow, covering how to book a free timed entry pass, when a guided tour is required, transport options and what to expect on site.