Guide to visiting Auschwitz with lots of practical tips How to get to Auschwitz by car, train, or plane Auschwitz Memorial is located in the town of Oświęcim, in southern Poland. The entrance for visitors and the parking lot’s address: Więźniów Oświęcimia 55 Street, 32-600 Oświęcim (entrance for visitors’ location on Google Maps). Remember this…
Best castles in Poland to add to your Polish travel bucket list Visiting castles is like diving into Polish history – return to the past of kings, wars, alliances. They are the perfect background for photos and souvenirs from travels around Poland, but they can also be a living history lesson. Here fantasy novels get real, often taking us…
Poland in August: tips for making the most of your summer in Poland Summer events in Poland: the hottest festivals, fairs, outdoor events, and family adventures of the season Looking for a reason to pack your bags and discover more of Poland with your family? This summer brings a lineup of spectacular events that make every…
August in Warsaw: ideas and tips for making the most of your summer in Warsaw Outdoor swimming pools & water parks in the Warsaw area Outdoor swimming pools in Warsaw operate until the end of August. Our post covers: Outdoor swimming pools in Warsaw (in the city center, Wola, Ochota, Praga/Saska Kępa, Powsin/Kabaty Forest). Guarded swimming area…
The Baltic Seaside & Hel Peninsula: the perfect destination in Poland for those looking for wide sandy beaches or wanting to learn windsurfing Hel Peninsula (Półwysep Helski) is one of the most picturesque destinations in Poland. Just beautiful. It’s 34 km long, narrow (100 m at the entrance to the Peninsula in Władysławowo, 3 km…
What to do in Poland this summer: festivals, concerts, fairs, outdoor events, family attractions worth the trip Poland turns into a big stage in summer — full of music, history, circus magic, and outdoor fun for all ages. This guide highlights the best events across the country to inspire families to travel, explore new places,…
Summertime in Poland is rich in seasonal fruits. Don’t miss super-nutritious bilberries, juicy cherries, tart rhubarb, knockout gooseberries, or unique wild strawberries! Wild strawberries, woodland strawberries (poziomki) Wild strawberries in Poland grow in open fields, forests, and meadows. They look like tiny strawberries and are delicate and rare. Their taste and aroma are exceptional. In…
Summer in Warsaw: outdoor swimming pools in Warsaw, a guarded beach at the lake, a water playground, water parks in the Warsaw area with open-air pools Outdoor swimming pools in Warsaw reopen for a new season in the first weeks of June and operate until the end of August. Summer is the only time when…
Where to see dinosaurs in Poland: the biggest dinosaur parks in Poland Dinosaurs and their mysterious history fascinate both children and adults. Visiting a dinosaur park is entertaining and educational, and all this is outdoors! If you’re fascinated by dinosaurs, check out our list of Poland’s biggest dino-themed parks and explore! “JuraPark Krasiejów” – a…
Polish school holidays: the first day of school in Poland and the last day of school in Poland The school year in Poland is divided into two terms: the first/winter term (pierwszy semestr) and the second/summer term (drugi semestr). While the first and last school days are the same for Poland, the winter break (ferie…