Things to see in Poland

6,904 places worth seeing in Poland on an illustrated map: Białowieża Forest, Centennial Hall, Wikipedia Monument, Rysy and Palace of Culture and Science, and more. Zoom in and watch the landmarks, museums, nature and fun appear.

Highlights

Białowieża Forest Visitors should understand that the primeval section of the forest is strictly off limits, open only to scientific expeditions and guided to
Centennial Hall A historic building, constructed according to the plans of architect Max Berg from 1911 to 1913, when the city was part of the German Empire
Wikipedia Monument A monument unveiled in 2014 to honor Wikipedia and its volunteer contributors. The 2-metre high sculpture is made of fiber and resin and dep
Rysy The highest mountain in Poland, it can be reached from the Slovak side. One of the most popular peaks, with an alpine hut Chata pod Rysmi 1/
Palace of Culture and Science Warsaw's most recognizable landmark has a controversial history: it was constructed in the 1950s ostensibly as a "gift" from the Soviet dict
Gdańsk Arena The "white & greens" were relegated in 2026 and now play soccer in 1 Liga, the second tier. The stadium (capacity 41,600) also hosts big con
Wieliczka Salt Mine A UNESCO World Heritage site. Visitors are not allowed to visit the salt mine alone, and must be with a tour guide. Individuals will have to
Enea Stadion "The railwaymen" play soccer in Ekstraklasa, the top tier. KKS stands for Kolejowy Klub Sportowy, railway sports club, and a splendid Ty 51
Wawel Cathedral Known in full as Królewska Bazylika Archikatedralna śś. Stanisława i Wacława na Wawelu, or the "Royal Archcathedral Basilica of Saints Stani
Morskie Oko Circular lake in the middle of valley with deep blue water color compared to sea. There is shelter near lake shore. Expect huge crowds.
Basilica of Our Lady of Licheń The new church where Mary image is located. Monumental and gold. Largest church in Poland and 12th largest in the world. Five masses every d
St. John's Archcathedral The Warsaw's cathedral was an opulent neo-Gothic church before World War II, but following its destruction it was rebuilt in a sombre, Masov
Babia Góra One of the best observation hills due to its majesty and location. The rocky peak offers a far circular view in good weather.
Spodek A city icon opened in 1971; the name means "flying saucer" and it's the city's main multi-use venue, with a capacity of over 10,000.
Warsaw radio mast People interested in searching lost places should visit the former transmitter site in the Konstantynów quarter of Gąbin, at 52°22'14" North
Museum of the History of Polish Jews New building opened in April 2013 awaits permanent exhibition.
Łazienki Park Łazienki Park was built and designed for a Polish politician, but became King Stanisław Poniatowski's, the last king of Poland, residence fo
Silesian Stadium Large stadium, rebuilt 2009-17 to have a capacity of 54,378. It formerly hosted the national soccer team; it no longer has a resident team b
Biskupin Archaeological site.
Łazienki Palace Poland's last king, Stanisław August Poniatowski, preferred the relaxed and artsy atmosphere of the Łazienki Park and built himself a second
Kasprowy Wierch Tallest mountain in Poland which can be reached by cable car, although you can hike too. Route goes through scenic valleys.
Archcathedral Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul St. Peter's and Paul's Cathedral was the first Polish cathedral and is a burial place of 8 Polish dukes and kings from the Piast dynasty inc
Presidential Palace The impressive palace a few steps from the historic Old Town has served many functions in its long history, but now houses the offices of th
Museum of World War II in Gdańsk A museum with recreations of World War II realities (Polish street of 1930, a shell-damaged scene with a T-34 tank), in an unusual skewed bu
Wigry Lake Lake in Poland.
Branicki Palace This is by no doubt the main tourist attraction in the city. The Branickis' Palace is a former residence of a wealthy and influential noble
Polish Aviation Museum A museum consisting of a new pavilion (good contemporary architecture) and few hangars filled with over two hundred historic gliders, aircra
Saxon Palace The Saxon Kings of Poland have afforded themselves an imposing baroque palace, but sadly it was completely destroyed during Second World War
Powązki Cemetery Cemetery located in the Wola district, western part of Warsaw, Poland.
Belweder This neoclassical building, built on the site of an earlier building that belonged to the last king of Poland, was used by the Viceroy of "C
Krakus Mound An artificial mound of great age, but just how old and its original purpose are unknown. It was supposedly built in honour of King Krakus, a
Warsaw Uprising Museum Enormously fascinating, The Warsaw Rising Museum is a moving experience that anyone to Warsaw must visit. This museum will almost certainly
Historic Silver Mine in Tarnowskie Góry This mined galena - lead sulphide - with a byproduct of silver. As they plumbed deeper they hit the usual problem of flooding - horse-drawn
National Museum in Wrocław Features a large collection of Polish art. The Gallery of Contemporary Art is in the attic.
Gdańsk Main Town Hall The old city hall (built 1378-1492) has a museum inside showing off a nicely decorated room where the town council once met and some histori
Wrocław Cathedral Dating from the 13th century, featuring stunning architecture and the largest church organ in Poland. Has elevator to the top, so this is th
Peace Church in Świdnica On the UNESCO World Heritage List - dating from the 1600s and built out of unusual materials (wood and hay), it resembles a theatre or opera
Giewont Mountain in shape of sleeping knight (or so people say) with steel cross on the top. Popular hiking spot and often first spot where people l
Racławice Panorama Perhaps the most-visited tourist site in Wrocław, it consists of a large canvas painting wrapped around a viewing rotunda. It creates a 360-
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral A rare example of Orthodox architecture in Poland.
Oliwa Cathedral Contains an organ built in the mid-18th century as the largest organ in Europe at that time with slightly fewer than 8,000 pipes. There are
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Warsaw Built in 1925, the tomb holds the remains of a Polish soldier who died in battle at Lwów, now Lviv, Ukraine. It also holds soil from 38 batt
Lake Malta Long artificial lake with rowing track used in professional competitions. There is about 5km long path going around entire lake often used f
Białystok City Stadium Home to the Jagiellonia Białystok football club, who play in Ekstraklasa, the top tier of Polish football. Capacity 22,000.
Old Town Market Square in Warsaw Square in Warsaw.
ORP Błyskawica Warship ORP Błyskawica (Lightning) started service in 1937 and operated during World War II. You can see deck with artillery, engine rooms a
Wanda Mound Built around the 6th or 7th century for unknown reasons. Considered a burial place of a legendary princess Wanda.
Kościuszko Mound Tadeusz Kościuszko (1746-1817) was a revolutionary hero first in the US (where he designed West Point) then in Poland where he led the 1794
Rakowicki Cemetery Cemetery in the centre of Kraków, Poland.
Krasiński Palace Building in Warsaw, Poland.

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