What to do and see in Gdansk, Poland: The Best Places and Tips

December 4, 2017 Natalie Tallman

One of Poland’s most beautiful cities, Gdansk, on the Baltic Sea, has played major roles in history, especially in the 20th-century. It was the 1939 flash point of World War II, and then in 1980, the birthplace of the Solidarnosc labor movement, ushering the end of Communist domination in Eastern Europe. Gdansk’s Old Town, painstakingly reconstructed to its Hanseatic League glory after being leveled in World War II, is a highlight. The 14th-century Town Hall houses the city’s historical museum.
Restaurants in Gdansk

1. Old Town

Gdansk, Poland +48 662 113 898
Excellent
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Old Town

Reviewed By Karen90 - Salisbury, England

The old town is fairly compact and whilst full of interesting buildings doesn’t initially grab you as stunning. The colours are all fairly faded and pastel but when you look closely the facades are detailed and ornate. The wide streets shut to traffic allow you to wander around and see the various buildings of interest easily. Look closely it’s worth it

2. Museum of the Second World War (Muzeum II Wojny Swiatowej)

Wladyslawa Bartoszewskiego 1, Gdansk 80-862, Poland +48 58 760 09 60
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4.5 based on 882 reviews

Museum of the Second World War (Muzeum II Wojny Swiatowej)

Reviewed By Svesa - Alesund, Norway

Opened in 2017 I reckon this is a "must" for visitors to Gdansk. The 2 World War actually started in Gdansk, and we should always remind ourselves of what happened. It is a museum that makes you humble ....

3. Oliwa Cathedral

ul. Bpa. Edmunda Nowickiego 5, Gdansk 80-330, Poland +48 58 552 47 65
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4.5 based on 697 reviews

Oliwa Cathedral

Reviewed By AgPar65

nice Cathedral, interesting architecture, great organ - worth to stop a while for the concert, we visited in September, wasn't crowded, I don't remember any fees...?
anyway, I recommend to visit the cloister - the direct entrance from the inside of Cathedral. The cloister has some interesting interiors and Exhibitions, offers a relaxing stroll cause tourists seem avoid this place...
also I recommend to read some basic facts about the place and its history before visit.

4. Dluga Street (ul. Dluga)

Gdansk, Poland
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4.5 based on 1 reviews

Dluga Street (ul. Dluga)

Reviewed By neaskemenna - Antrim, United Kingdom

The buildings were amazingly pretty with lots of history. We took the free walking tour and also downloaded one of the free tour apps which helped to give a bit of context when visiting each landmark. There are an amazing amount of restaurant and bars and also some gift shops. A must if you are visiting Gdansk.

5. European Solidarity Centre

pl. Solidarnosci 1, Gdansk 80-863, Poland +48 58 772 41 12
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

European Solidarity Centre

We believe that the experience of the Polish road to freedom gives us civic energy even today and that the heritage of Solidarnosc (Solidarity) is still a source of invigorating ideas for Europe

Reviewed By bryanedwin - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

This beautifully-built museum tells the story of how stubborn shipyard workers fought for freedom and ended up toppling communism in Europe. It's a stirring, emotional tale set on the site of the old Lenin Shipyard and housed in a magnificent building crafted from steel ships' plates. A must see for anyone - especially those fascinated by social reform.

6. Oliwa Park

Opacka | Oliwa, Gdansk, Poland
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4.5 based on 467 reviews

Oliwa Park

Reviewed By Mark B - Cardiff, United Kingdom

We came to the park as we were visiting the modern art gallery which is based within it. We did not expect such an amazing area and even in early winter it was really nice for a walk to and from the tram stop. In spring/summer I Would imagine it would be fantastic.

7. Motlawa River Embankment (Dlugie Pobrzeze)

Dlugie Pobrzeze, Gdansk, Poland +48 731 250 099
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4.5 based on 584 reviews

Motlawa River Embankment (Dlugie Pobrzeze)

Reviewed By Matt H

We walked along the embankment a few times during our break. It’s beautifully picturesque and the view changes dependant on the time and the weather.
It really is worth spending a couple of hours taking in a leisurely stroll and stopping for a drink or food just to watch the world go by.

8. St. Nicholas Church (Kosciol Sw Mikolaja)

ul. Swietojanska 72, Gdansk 80-840, Poland +48 58 301 35 77
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4.5 based on 170 reviews

St. Nicholas Church (Kosciol Sw Mikolaja)

Reviewed By Ronald B - The Hague, The Netherlands

Next to the market you find this beautiful church. It is a beauty full of gold, statues and paintings. Definitely worth a visit!

9. Mariacka Street (ulica Mariacka)

Mariacka, Gdansk, Poland
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4.5 based on 1 reviews

Mariacka Street (ulica Mariacka)

Reviewed By Philibailey2707

Picked up some amber earrings- it was a miserable weather day and there wasn’t much atmosphere going on in the street but a lovely guy came out and was helpful without being pushy. Happy customer ??

10. Piwna Street (Ulica Piwna)

Piwna, Gdansk, Poland
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4.5 based on 164 reviews

Piwna Street (Ulica Piwna)

Reviewed By Nina1940 - Atlanta, Georgia

My husband wanted to grab a drink on Beer street so we had to wander down this street into one of the bars. There are only a couple of restaurants and bars here. There were not many people wandering around this street so it was easy to grab a seat and get a cool one.
The buildings have a lot of character like everywhere else in Gdansk. Such a pretty town!!!

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