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Poland Gdańsk travel guide
30 things to do in Gdańsk, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Gdańsk
- St. Mary's Basilica in Gdańsk — church building in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Museum of World War II in Gdańsk — history museum in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Gdańsk Main Town Hall — Landmark in Gdansk, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
- European Solidarity Centre — cultural institution (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970 — monument (Gdańsk, Poland) (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Żuraw in Gdańsk — building in Śródmieście, Gdańsk (visit ≈ 30 min)
- National Maritime Museum in Gdańsk — Museum in Gdańsk (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Green Gate — old watergate in Gdańsk, Poland; one of the city's most notable tourist attractions. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Golden Gate — historic Renaissance city gate in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
- National Museum in Gdańsk — national museum in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Long Market — square (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Wisłoujście Fortress — lighthouse in Poland (visit ≈ 60 min)
- St Catherine's Church — church (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Saint Nicholas Church — church building in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
- High Gate in Gdańsk — City gate of Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 60 min)
- John III Sobieski Monument in Gdańsk — monument in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Great Mill in Gdańsk — building in Śródmieście, Gdańsk (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Gdańsk Old City Hall — town hall (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Saint Bridget Church — church building in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Saint John church in Gdańsk — church building in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Great Synagogue — Synagogue of the Jewish Community of Danzig (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Museum of the Polish Post in Gdańsk — museum in Poland (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Archeological Museum in Gdańsk (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Saint Bartholomew church in Gdańsk — church building in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Small Mill in Gdańsk (visit ≈ 30 min)
- St. Hyacinth Tower in Gdańsk (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Saints Peter and Paul church in Gdańsk — church building in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Kanał Raduni — canal in Gdańsk and Pruszcz Gdański, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Straganiarska Gate in Gdańsk (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Saint Barbara church in Gdańsk — church building in Gdańsk, Poland (visit ≈ 30 min)
2-day Gdańsk walking itinerary
Starting point: Main Town (Główne Miasto). The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 4.5 km · 6,060 steps · 59 min on the way): Gdańsk Main Town Hall → St. Mary's Basilica in Gdańsk → Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970 → European Solidarity Centre → Museum of World War II in Gdańsk → National Maritime Museum in Gdańsk → Żuraw in Gdańsk
- Day 2 (≈ 0.3 km · 460 steps · 4 min on the way): Green Gate
Where to stay in Gdańsk
- Main Town (Główne Miasto): Colourful façades, the Neptune Fountain and the riverside are right there.
- Granary Island: An island revived by new hotels, one bridge from the old town.
- Around Gdańsk Główny: Easy train and airport links, 10 min from the old town.
- Wrzeszcz: A lively local area with cafés; easy trains to the centre and the beach.
Getting from the airport to Gdańsk
- Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa (GDN): Bus 210 ≈ 35 min, or train changing at Wrzeszcz
Getting around
The old town is walkable; the SKM suburban train is quick to Oliwa and Sopot. Trams also link the city well.
Classic places to eat
- Pod Łososiem: A historic restaurant said to be the home of gold-flecked Goldwasser liqueur.
- Kubicki: Polish cooking on the riverside, open since 1918.
- Gdański Bowke: Kashubian and Gdańsk dishes on the harbour front.
- Bar Mleczny Turystyczny: A simple, cheap “milk bar” for pierogi and soups.
- Pikawa: A small café on Piwna street loved for homemade cakes.
Romantic views
- Long Embankment (Evening): A walk along the Motława past the medieval Crane.
- Mariacka Street (Evening): A fairy-tale street of stone-stepped houses and amber shops.
- St Mary’s Church Tower (Afternoon): Climb hundreds of steps to see the red roofs below.
- Oliwa Park (Afternoon): A historic park with canals and tree tunnels beside the cathedral.
- Brzeźno Pier (Sunset): Sea views from a pier reaching into the Baltic.
Football stadiums in Gdańsk
- Gdańsk Arena: Home of KS Lechia Gdańsk
Day trips
- Malbork Castle — 42 km from the centre
- Stutthof concentration camp — 32 km from the centre
Good to know before visiting Gdańsk
- Fine: Drinking in streets, parks and public places is banned.
- Fine: Validate paper tickets on boarding; inspectors fine riders without one.
- Fine: Pedestrians crossing on red are fined.
- Fine: Smoking is banned indoors and at public transport stops.
- Warning: Carry ID or a passport.
- Warning: Be quiet and respectful at the Auschwitz-Birkenau memorial; photos are banned in some areas.
- Emergency: 112 (police 997, ambulance 999, fire 998)
- Plugs: C/E, 230V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe in big cities, though many prefer bottled.
- Tipping: About 10% is customary.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Poland, Wikivoyage — Poland, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Gdańsk travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Gdańsk?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Allow 3 days for the top 20 places within walking distance. Add extra days for day trips (Malbork Castle and Stutthof concentration camp).
- What are the top things to do in Gdańsk?
- Highlights: St. Mary's Basilica in Gdańsk, Museum of World War II in Gdańsk, Gdańsk Main Town Hall, European Solidarity Centre and Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970. The map has 30 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Gdańsk?
- Main Town (Główne Miasto): Colourful façades, the Neptune Fountain and the riverside are right there. Other options: Granary Island, Around Gdańsk Główny and Wrzeszcz.
- How do you get from the airport to Gdańsk city centre?
- Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa (GDN): Bus 210 ≈ 35 min, or train changing at Wrzeszcz
- How do you get around Gdańsk?
- The old town is walkable; the SKM suburban train is quick to Oliwa and Sopot. Trams also link the city well.
- What is the emergency number in Gdańsk?
- Emergency: 112 (police 997, ambulance 999, fire 998).
- Do you tip in Gdańsk?
- About 10% is customary.
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