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Poland is just around the corner and will surprise you more than you expect. It’s not just Auschwitz and Warsaw it’s a country with an incredible history. Great cuisine, affordable prices, and natural beauty that stretches from the Baltic Sea to the Tatra Mountains. What to see in Poland depends on what you’re looking for in your trip.
In this section, you’ll find a guide to Kraków and its Old Town, tips for exploring Warsaw beyond the typical tourist circuit. And recommendations for Gdańsk, Wrocław, and Poznań. But you’ll also find tips for Poland’s mountains the Tatras and the Beskids the Masurian Lakes, and historic sites that serve as reminders of what Poland has been through. We write honestly even about difficult places like Auschwitz-Birkenau, which are worth visiting, even if it’s not an easy experience.
Ad space: Poland is one of the most affordable destinations in Europe. We search for accommodations on Booking.com and book guided tours such as historical tours and trips to Vislicko or Wieliczka through GetYourGuide.
Poland deserves more attention than it usually gets. Come see for yourself and bring your appetite for pierogi.
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