10 beautiful places in Poland you don't want to miss

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | Poland is a country we have returned to many times, and over the years we have discovered everything from historic cities and mighty castles to sandy beaches, primeval forests, lake landscapes and high mountains. Here we have collected ten beautiful places in Poland that made an extra big impression on us – and which we are happy to recommend further.

Beautiful places in Poland

Poland offers both beautiful nature and fantastic cities. There are also plenty of castles and other historic buildings. Choosing ten beautiful places in Poland, when there are so many, is not easy, but we have done our best.

1. the Tri-City area: Gdansk, Gdynia and Sopot

On the Baltic coast, not far from Sweden, you'll find the Polish Tri-City area, which includes the cities of Gdansk, Gdynia and Sopot. The former Hanseatic city of Gdansk is perhaps one of the country's most beautiful cities and offers a lovely setting with historical sights, museums and restaurants.

Gdynia also offers a pleasant atmosphere, with a harbour, beach, museums, restaurants and shops. Finally, you won't want to miss the gem of Sopot, with its beautiful beaches, seafront promenade, turn-of-the-century setting and countless holiday activities.

• Things to do in Gdansk
• Things to do in Gdynia
• Things to do in Sopot

2. The whole peninsula

The Hel Peninsula is a long, narrow spit of land almost 35 kilometres long and only between 100 metres and three kilometres wide. Stunningly beautiful sandy beaches run along both sides of the peninsula. There are plenty of campsites here and it is very popular for both swimming and surfing. A holiday dream that almost feels a little exotic!

READ MORE: The whole peninsula in Poland – beaches, resorts and things to do

3. Toruń

Torun is a beautiful and historically interesting small town, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town is beautifully situated on the Vistula River and has a lot to offer. Here you can see the house where astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus was born or taste the town's famous gingerbread, which has been baked here since the 14th century.

READ MORE: Torun in Poland – tips for things to see and do

4. Łódź

Once upon a time, Łódź was a successful city in the textile industry. Over time, as Asian factories outcompeted the business, unemployment hit the population. Łódź has had a reputation as a dull and tired working-class city, but this has now changed completely. This vibrant city has been given a major facelift and is now full of museums, cultural centres, architecture, hotels, restaurants and outdoor events.

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5. Poznan

Poznan is famous for its marvellous Old Town Square, where you can check out the fabulous Town Hall, a Renaissance building from the 16th century, adorned with two trestles on the roof that wrestle with each other every day at 12:00. Poznan is also famous for its delicious St Martin croissants, which can only be made by certified producers. There are also plenty of memorials in the city, which tell the story of various dramatic eras in history.

READ MORE: Poznan in Poland – tips for things to see and do

6. Wroclaw

In Wroclaw, beautiful and colourful houses crowd around lively squares filled with outdoor cafés. Here you can stroll in historic surroundings, savour delicious Polish food or paddle the River Oder. You can also go in search of all the little statues of dwarfs - nobody really knows how many - that are all over the city.

READ MORE: Wroclaw in Poland – tips for things to see and do

7. Krakow

Krakow is an incredibly beautiful city that has a lot to offer, not least in terms of history. For example, you can discover the Old Town, Wawel Hill with the castle and the Jewish Quarter. Just outside Krakow you'll find the Wieliczka Salt Mine, which is a very exciting place to visit and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

READ MORE: Things to do in Krakow – tips for Poland's historical gem

8. Zakopane

Zakopane is located in the Tatra Mountains in Poland, south of Krakow and on the border with Slovakia. Here you will find stunningly beautiful mountains, intense greenery and charming houses in a special architectural style. The area is an incredibly popular holiday destination, both among Poles and foreign tourists. In winter you can ski here, and in summer it is popular for hiking.

READ MORE: Zakopane in summer – holidays in the Tatra Mountains in Poland

9. Bialowieza National Park

The Bialowieza Forest is the single remaining part of the primeval forest that once covered the entire European lowlands, and is today a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bialowieza National Park is located in the eastern part of Poland and is home to a large number of wild animals such as deer, moose, lynx and wolves. The king of the forest is the largest and heaviest land mammal in all of Europe: the bison, or European bison as it is also known.

READ MORE: Bialowieza Forest in Poland – primeval forest and wild bison

10. Masurian Lakes

The Masurian Lakes are located in the north-eastern part of Poland. This is a stunningly beautiful area with around 3,000 lakes. One of the most popular places to visit is the small holiday resort of Mikołajki, which attracts many visitors in the summer, not least with its popular boat trips on lakes and canals.

READ MORE: Masurian Lakes in Poland – boating and holidays in Mikolajki

More beautiful places in Poland

Of course, there are even more beautiful places in Poland, in the form of cities, castles, beaches and natural areas. Have you travelled in the country? Maybe you can recommend some more beautiful places in Poland?