53 days in Poland Itinerary

Although its history goes back a thousand years, Gdansk represents one of Poland's most modern urban centers, its thriving economy boosted by a lively tourism sector.

Explore Gdansk's surroundings by going to Gdynia (Kepa Redlowska & Klif Orlowski & Emigration Museum in Gdynia) and Malbork (Chocolate, Muzeum Zamkowe w Malborku, &more). There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Old Town, examine the collection at Niewidzialny Odwrocony Gdansk, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and look for gifts at IVO&CO Galeria Bursztynu.

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Tokyo, Japan to Gdansk is an approximately 17-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Tokyo to Gdansk is minus 8 hours. In February, Gdansk is little chillier than Tokyo - with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to drive to Torun.

The birthplace of astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, the medieval town of Torun escaped the destruction of World War II, managing to preserve most of the Gothic architecture of its historical old town.

Change things up with these side-trips from Torun: Park Zdrojowy (in Ciechocinek), Brewery B Cultural Center (in Wloclawek) and Ethnographic Park (in Klobka). There's lots more to do: relax and rejuvenate at Amari SPA Thai Massage, have fun and explore at Muzeum Zabawek i Bajek, pause for some photo ops at Pomnik Piernikarki Torunskiej, and don't miss a visit to Medieval Defensive City Walls.

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You can drive from Gdansk to Torun in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In February in Torun, expect temperatures between 5°C during the day and -1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough to take a train to Poznan.

Poland's original capital, Poznan boasts centuries of rich history and culture, as well as a modern town center drawing a growing number of weekend revelers with its vibrant nightlife and diverse restaurant scene.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Poznan: Museum of Antiques of Technology Culture (in Gniezno), Jezioro Lusowskie (in Lusowo) and Glogow (Collegiate & Wieza Ratuszowa). There's much more to do: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, walk around Park Adama Wodziczki, make a trip to Stary Rynek, and contemplate the waterfront views at Malta Lake.

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Traveling by train from Torun to Poznan takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. February in Poznan sees daily highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to drive to Lodz.

Nicknamed the "Polish Manchester" because of its largely industrial character, Lodz draws a growing number of tourists with its rejuvenated central districts, which offer shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Get out of town with these interesting Lodz side-trips: Kalisz (Stone Bridge, Muzeum im. G.J. Osiakowskich, &more). There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to European Park of Sculpture, admire the striking features of Monopolis, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. Matthew, and browse the different shops at Manufaktura.

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Traveling by car from Poznan to Lodz takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. February in Lodz sees daily highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Zakopane.

Home to Poland's indigenous Goral people, Zakopane sits at the foothill of the Tatra Mountains, an area serving as one of the country's most fashionable year-round vacation getaways.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Zakopane: Bialka Tatrzanska (Kotelnica Bialczanska & Terma Bania) and Tatra National Park (Lake Morskie Oko & Rysy Peak). There's still lots to do: examine the collection at Muzeum Oscypka Zakopane, get a taste of the local shopping with Be Happy Museum Zakopane, appreciate the views at Dolina Pieciu Stawow Polskich, and explore the world behind art at The Wladyslaw Hasior Gallery.

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Getting from Lodz to Zakopane by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Zakopane can reach 9°C, while at night they dip to -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Szczawnica.

Szczawnica is a resort town in Nowy Targ County in Lesser Poland Voivodeship, in southern Poland. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Szczawnica: Nowy Sacz Museum (in Nowy Sacz), Zamek Stara BaSn (in Grybow) and Krynica-Zdroj (Muzeum Nikifora Krynickiego, Deptak w Krynicy, &more). Spend the 8th (Wed) exploring nature at Pieniński Park Narodowy. The adventure continues: fly down the slopes at Arena Narciarska Jaworki Homole.

For other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Szczawnica trip builder website.

Getting from Zakopane to Szczawnica by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi. In March, daytime highs in Szczawnica are 9°C, while nighttime lows are -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to drive to Krakow.

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

Spend the 13th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: get to know the fascinating history of Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square, examine the collection at Womai, steep yourself in history at Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wawel Cathedral.

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You can drive from Szczawnica to Krakow in 2 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi and train. In March, daily temperatures in Krakow can reach 9°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to drive to Oswiecim.

Known to most by its German name Auschwitz, the modestly sized city of Oswiecim sits at the foot of the Jura Mountains, just 50 km (30 mi) west of Krakow.

On the 16th (Thu), pause for some photo ops at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, then get engrossed in the history at Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau, and then get engrossed in the history at Jewish Museum and Synagogue.

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You can drive from Krakow to Oswiecim in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 9°C in March, and nighttime lows around -1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can go by car to Wroclaw.

Known for its relaxed and liberal atmosphere, the energetic city of Wroclaw lures visitors with its rich cultural heritage and pedestrian-friendly old town.

Venture out of the city with trips to Opole (Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Rynek, &more), Milicz (Church of Grace, Christmas Ornaments Museum, &more) and Trzebnica (Sanctuary of St. Jadwiga & Winnica 55-100). Spend the 17th (Fri) among pleasant surroundings at Rynek of Wroclaw. The adventure continues: engage your brain at Museum of Games and Computers of the Past Era (Games Museum), see the interesting displays at Panorama Raclawicka, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Wroclaw Zoo & Afrykarium.

To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Wroclaw trip planner.

You can drive from Oswiecim to Wroclaw in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. March in Wroclaw sees daily highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Thu): don't miss a visit to Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy), get to know the fascinating history of Old Town, then examine the collection at POLIN Muzeum Historii Zydow Polskich, and finally get engrossed in the history at Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego. On the 31st (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Palace of Culture and Science, then pause for some photo ops at Pomnik Bohaterów Getta, then stroll around Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie, and finally get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

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Fly from Wroclaw to Warsaw in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In March, daytime highs in Warsaw are 8°C, while nighttime lows are 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to catch the flight back home.