Pomerania · Poland

Gdańsk

Why you'll love it

Gdańsk and the Baltic coast move from merchant-house grandeur and hearty Polish cooking to beach bars, grand hotels and long evenings beside the sea.

Best time to visit: May to September for long Baltic evenings; early autumn is quieter and still ideal for city walks.
Ideal trip length: 3–5 days
Getting around: Gdańsk's trams and buses cover the city; SKM local trains connect Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia. The historic centre is best explored on foot.; WalkingTramSKM trainBike
Arriving: Gdańsk Airport connects to the city by regional train and bus. Mainline trains arrive at Gdańsk Główny, beside the historic centre.

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Start here — the places we tell every friend heading your way.

A relaxed beach bar where Baltic views, seafood, pizza and cold drinks turn lunch on the sand into an afternoon.

A riverside Gdańsk landmark where Polish flavours, theatrical luxury and the city’s famous gold-flecked liqueur share the spotlight.

A generous old-city address for straightforward Polish classics, from żurek and pierogi to ribs, bigos and Baltic fish.

A cult Gdańsk milk bar serving homemade Polish comfort food quickly, generously and at everyday prices since 1956.

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An Art Deco hotel bar for theatrical cocktails, polished snacks and live music beside the Sopot seafront.