3 Days In Gdansk Itinerary – Is Gdansk Worth Visiting?

Last Updated on 18th July 2024

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Is 3 days enough in Gdansk?

3 days in Gdansk is the perfect amount of time to spend in the northern Poland city to experience its best sights, tourist attractions, food and more!

We spent three full days in Gdansk, plus an additional evening when we first arrived (we arrived Monday evening and flew at 6 AM Friday morning), so I know exactly how many days to spend in Gdansk, as well as all the best things to see, do and eat on the ultimate Gdansk itinerary!

In my guide below, I’ve created 3 perfect itineraries for 3 days in Gdansk to show you how you can spend your time in the beautiful Polish city.

From exploring Gdansk Old Town to checking out the numerous museums to taking various day trips from Gdansk to neighbouring towns and cities, I’ve got you covered with these 3 days in Gdansk itineraries!

Is Gdansk worth visiting?

Gdansk is definitely worth visiting in my opinion! It was my first foray into travelling to Poland and I think it was a pretty great place to start!

It’s not a huge city, so it can be explored in just a few days, but the architecture, people and food are all tremendous and I would highly recommend it for an affordable city break in Europe!

Is it cheap in Gdansk?

Gdansk is a pretty cheap place to visit in Europe. Food and drink are super affordable and there are tonnes of free and cheap things to do in Gdansk. Flights to the city from the UK are also very cheap and you can find a hotel or Airbnb for less than £30 a night almost all year round.

Read more: Is Munich Expensive To Visit? How To Visit Munich On A Budget

How to get to Gdansk

Gdansk is located in the very north of Poland and while it might not be quite as popular as other Polish cities such as Kraków and Warsaw , it’s still very accessible from all over Europe, particularly from the UK.

I was super lucky to find £15 return flights from Newcastle to Gdansk at the beginning of October 2022 for four nights and while the prices won’t always be this cheap, it’s very easy to find both cheap last-minute flights, as well as inexpensive flights well in advance of your trip.

Check flights to Gdansk on Kiwi.com or Skyscanner. I usually cross-reference both platforms to make sure I find the best deal!

Where to stay in Gdansk

During our 3 days in Gdansk (we actually spent 4 nights in Gdansk, but we arrived in the evening on Monday and left the apartment at 3 AM on Friday morning, so technically it was only 3 full days!), we stayed at the super conveniently and centrally-located RentApart Stare Miasto.

Of all the countries and cities that we’ve visited over the years, the location of this apartment was by far the best location we’ve ever stayed!

It’s less than 100m from Długa and Długi Targ (its address is literally “Długa 39”!), making it one of the absolute best places to stay for a 3-day trip to Gdansk. The apartment itself is beautiful and it’s relatively spacious but still super cosy.

It comes with a fully-equipped kitchen, a sizeable bathroom with a shower cubicle and a comfy bed (although it did squeak every time you moved on it!).

In terms of the location of where to stay in Gdansk for 3 days, I truly don’t think you’ll find a better apartment for such a good price; we paid just over £30 a night for four nights at the beginning of October.

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Itinerary #1 – Explore the Old Town in 3 days in Gdansk

This itinerary for spending 3 days in Gdansk will see you exploring the beautiful Old Town, the picturesque streets of the city and eating delicious Polish cuisine.

You’ll see the iconic Długi Targ (Long Market), admire Neptune’s Fountain and the towering Town Hall, eat scrumptious pierogies and wander down picturesque Mariacka Street.

Spend some time taking in the sights from above on the AmberSky Ferris Wheel and learn all about Poland’s involvement in WW2 at the Museum of the Second World War before embarking on a Polish vodka-tasting tour.

Spend your third and final day in Gdansk strolling along the beautiful Motlawa River Embankment before experiencing the European Solidarity Centre and eating delicious Polish potatoes!

Take a look below for a more in-depth dive into what to do in Gdansk in 2 days, 3 days or 4 days!

Old Town Gdansk map – day 1

Day 1 – Old Town, Długi Targ, Mariacka Street, Pub Crawl, Pierogies

Day 1 in Gdansk includes seeing some of the best attractions in the city, including the renowned Long Market and Mariacka Street and you’ll get your first taste of traditional Polish food at one of the best pierogi restaurants in Gdansk!

Długi Targ (Long Market) – how to spend 3 days in Gdansk

Begin your weekend in Gdansk with a stroll along the picture-perfect Długi Targ, also known as Long Market.

This street/square resides in the heart of the city and is full of picturesque buildings that act as shopfronts, bars, cafes and restaurants.

The apartment that we stayed in (which I’d highly recommend booking for your Gdansk trip!) was literally a stone’s throw from Długi Targ and as soon as I laid eyes on this magical street, it felt like I’d stepped foot in a fairytale book.

Gdansk Main Town Hall & Neptune’s Fountain

One of the main attractions on Długi Targ is the Main Town Hall of Gdansk and the iconic statue of Neptune’s Fountain.

The Town Hall is a marvellous piece of architecture in itself, but it also houses one of the many branches of the History Museum of the City of Gdansk.

Tickets to go inside the museum cost less than £3 and if your Gdansk itinerary happens to fall on a Monday, you’ll benefit from free admission!

Neptune’s Fountain is another one of the city’s most iconic landmarks (although it was actually smaller in real life than I expected) and it sits proudly in front of the Main Town Hall on Długi Targ. The original statue dates all the way back to the 1600s and it was dismantled during the second world war, before being reinstated in the 1950s.

Długa

Długa and Długi Targ are technically the same streets, but their names are separated by the junction of the Main Town Hall, so you’ll find Długa to the east of Neptune’s Fountain and the Town Hall.

This historic street is another picture-worthy place in Gdansk and it connects the Golden Gate at the very tip of Długa to the Green Gate all the way down at the other end of Długi Targ.

Złota/Długouliczna Brama (Golden Gate)

The naming of the two main gates in Gdansk is actually somewhat misleading as the “Golden Gate” has lots of green at the top and the “Green Gate” is more of a beige/tan/rust colour!

Nevertheless, the Golden Gate (pictured above) is worth seeing during your 3 days in Gdansk as it’s one of the most notable historic features in the city and it’s one of the prominent connections of “The Royal Route”.

Katownia

Katownia is a substantial tower that resides through the Golden Gate towards the edge of the city’s main square and it was formerly the home of the city executioner!

It served as a court, gallows and jail for the city of Gdansk and today you can head inside and explore the historic fortification; be sure to check out the dangling shackles for a glimpse into Katownia’s eerie and enigmatic past!

Mariacka – 3 days in Gdansk itinerary

The next stop on your 3 days in Gdansk itinerary is the charming and quaint street of Mariacka that runs parallel to Długi Targ just a couple of streets away.

Mariacka is famed for its many outdoor stalls that sell silver and amber. You’ll find everything from jewellery to small sculptures and statues to souvenirs and more lining this beautiful part of Gdansk.

Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (St. Mary’s Church)

St. Mary’s Church is one of the most notable buildings in the city and it’s definitely one of the best places to visit in Gdansk.

Inside, you’ll find a 15th-century astronomical clock that puts on a “show” every day just before midday. The clock depicts a scene of a procession of wooden figures of the apostles, followed by death, and then by Adam and Eve.

The church usually gets incredibly busy around lunchtime, so if you’re not too bothered about witnessing the workings of the clock, I’d avoid visiting between 11.30 AM and 12.30 AM, just to be safe!

Late lunch at Pierogarnia Stary Mlyn

After exploring the city for a few hours, it’s time for a late lunch at Pierogarnia Stary Mlyn.

My visit to Gdansk was also my first visit to Poland in general, so I was incredibly excited to try Polish food for the first time during our 4 days in Gdansk.

Pierogarnia Stary Mlyn, located just around the corner from Mariacka and within viewing distance of St. Mary’s Church, came highly recommended to us by multiple people before our trip, and I’m delighted to be recommending it to you guys as well!

It’s a traditional Polish restaurant that specialises in pierogies (hence its name!) and if you’re visiting Gdansk for the first time as well, I would highly recommend dining at Pierogarnia Stary Mlyn for your first foray into Polish cuisine!

There are so many different types of pierogies to choose from, including traditionally boiled, oven-baked, fried and regional specialities, plus there’s the choice of many different fillings that are suited to meat, vegetarian, and vegan diets. As well as pierogies, you’ll also find other types of Polish cuisine such as potato pancakes and potato noodles.

We ordered the following:

Please be aware that the prices listed below are accurate at the time of writing this post in October 2022.

• Roast chicken, cheese and mushrooms pierogies (oven-baked) – 37.96zł
• Roast pork, prunes and honey pierogies (boiled then fried) – 30.96zł
• Sour cream and chives potato pancakes – 29.96zł
• Homemade lemonade – 9.96zł
• Espresso – 10.96zł

We shared all of the above and as it was our first time ordering Polish food, we didn’t realise just how substantial the portions were (the photo above doesn’t quite do it justice!). The roast pork pierogies were my personal favourite, but the oven-baked chicken ones were also heavenly.

Pub crawl during your 3 days in Gdansk – Cafe Mariacka

After lunch, it’s time to walk off all those pierogies, so you can spend some more time aimlessly strolling the pretty streets or doing a spot of souvenir shopping.

Then, it’s time to move on to one of the most fun things to do in Gdansk; a self-guided pub crawl! Gdansk is teeming with so many cool and quirky bars and your first night in the city is the perfect time to explore them.

Start with Cafe Mariacka; a teeny, tiny ancient establishment on one of the most iconic streets in the city. Despite its fantastic location, this place isn’t super expensive, and you can get an Irish coffee and a large glass of wine for around £3 each here.

Peruvia Cafe

Peruvia Cafe is situated right at the heart of Długi Targ, with awesome views of the Town Hall to one side and down to the Green Gate on the other side.

Despite its somewhat non-descript appearance from the outside, Peruvia was one of my favourite places in Gdansk as not only were the owners super friendly, the drinks were unfathomably cheap!

We paid less than £4 for a glass of white wine and a pint of beer and with those magical views of the city outside, you could easily expect to pay double, if not triple that in many other cities around the world!

Wiśniewski

It’s time to experience one of the most unusual things to do in Gdansk! A visit to Wiśniewski means that you’ve arrived at a bar that serves just two drinks; hot or cold cherry wine for a ridiculously cheap price (approximately £2.50 per drink)!

We were introduced to Wiśniewski by a Geordie couple who we met at another bar and even though I’m not really a red (or cherry in this case!) wine drinker, I absolutely loved the uniqueness of this place.

It’s definitely somewhere fun to visit as a tourist, but it’s also frequented by locals and it gets pretty busy around 10.30 PM almost every single night! Just don’t try to order anything apart from hot or cold cherry wine!

Flisak ’76 – 3 days in Gdansk pub crawl

Conclude your self-guided pub crawl with a visit to one of the most unique places in the city. Flisak ’76 was another place that was recommended to us by many people before our 3-day trip to Gdansk so I had super high expectations of visiting this infamous cocktail bar.

Unfortunately, I think because I had such high expectations, I was somewhat underwhelmed when we actually visited, but I still think that it’s an incredibly cool experience in Gdansk, which is why I’m recommending it in this post (I just didn’t want to set your expectations too high!).

Flisak ’76 is a cocktail bar that’s located in a cosy basement with a history that spans more than 40 years. Its unique and fun selling point is that the cocktails are all fairytale-themed (such as Aladdin’s Lamp, Snow White, Ugly Duckling etc), and some of the cocktails even have a fun twist when they’re delivered to your table…

It’s not the cheapest place to drink in Gdansk (each cocktail is around £5-£7), and while the cocktails weren’t the best I’ve ever had, I can still vouch for the fact that it makes for an unusual and quirky experience during your 3 days in Gdansk.

Day 2 – Museum of the Second World War, Polish vodka tasting, AmberSky Ferris Wheel

Day 2 in Gdansk involves exploring the wider area of the city, including the gorgeous Piwna Street, an adorable canal, a bridge, statues and sculptures and taking to the sky on Gdansk’s very own Ferris Wheel; AmberSky.

You’ll also visit the Museum of the Second World War where you’ll learn more about Poland’s involvement in WW2, as well as the impact it had on the city of Gdansk itself, before dining at one of the best pizza restaurants I’ve ever been to, Ostro, and then heading on a highly-coveted Polish vodka-tasting tour!

3 days in Gdansk itinerary map – day 2

Breakfast at Pankejk

Begin your second day in Gdansk with a hearty breakfast at Pankejk. We coincidentally ate here the morning after our self-guided pub crawl (hence the structure of this Gdansk itinerary), so I can vouch for its effectiveness at curing the pesky hangover after a night of exploring the best bars in the city!

Pankejk specialises in pancakes (its name is the literal translation), but as we were feeling a little delicate, we decided to go for something a bit more savoury and substantial in the form of a bacon ciabatta (22zł) and a chicken ciabatta (24zł).

The breakfast at Pankejk cost us less than £12 for two sandwiches and two drinks, so not only is it kind to your stomach, but it’s also super friendly to your wallet!

Piwna Street – how to spend 3 days in Gdansk

After breakfast, take a stroll to Piwna Street which is one of the lesser-frequented pretty streets in the city, but one that you should still have on your Gdansk itinerary thanks to its lovely charm and stunning buildings.

The Wielka Zbrojownia (The Great Armoury) resides at the top of Piwna and this 16th-century elegant structure not only has a breathtaking façade, but it also houses collections from the city’s Academy of Fine Arts.

Dwór Cechu Młynarzy (Manor of the Millers’ Guild)

Cross the Brotbrücke (Most Miłości) bridge that dates all the way back to the 14th century and admire the adorable views of Dwór Cechu Młynarzy (Manor of the Millers’ Guild) and the Kanał Raduni.

Be sure to check out the thousands of padlocks that don the railings of the bridge that have been placed there by couples over the years and soak up this peaceful and tranquil part of the city away from the hubbub of the main square.

Statue of Jan Heweliusz

Jan Heweliusz, also known as Johannes Hevelius, was a Polish astronomer and is known as the “founder of lunar topography”.

Even if you have no interest in Jan or his statue, this part of the city is still worth exploring as it’s much quieter than the main streets in Gdansk and the beautiful park area that houses the statue makes for a great place to relax and unwind in the sunshine.

Mapa nieba północnego Jan Heweliusz (Map of the Northern Sky)

Adjacent to the statue of Jan Heweliusz, you’ll find a large attraction known as Mapa nieba północnego Jan Heweliusz, or simply “Map of the Northern Sky”.

This huge design on the side of a wall is a beautiful thing to behold and while it certainly won’t take you all day to enjoy, it’s worth adding to your 3-day Gdansk itinerary while you’re in the neighbourhood.

Muzeum II Wojny Swiatowej (Museum of the Second World War)

Now it’s time for your first museum visit in Gdansk, starting with the Museum of the Second World War. Some people prefer to visit both this museum and the European Solidarity Centre in one day, but I personally think that it would be a bit too heavy and there’s quite a lot to take in, so I’d opt to visit them on two separate days.

The WW2 museum is a must-do in Gdansk if you’re a history buff as it’s positively teeming with important information about the second world war, particularly with regard to Poland’s involvement.

I’d highly recommend paying an extra 10zł for the self-guided audio tour as it’s packed with tonnes of information that you wouldn’t learn about otherwise. Despite not being much of a museum person at all, I found the museum to be super interesting, but I did feel like it was a bit too long and after over two hours, my attention started to wane a little bit!

If you are a huge history fanatic, I’d recommend spending a good 2-3 hours here, especially if you do the audio tour as there are so many rooms and exhibits to explore.

Tickets cost 25zł for adults and 18zł for concessions (students and seniors) and an additional 10zł for the audio guide. Check the museum’s website for opening times as it varies depending on the season.

Gdansk Sign

After exploring the museum for several hours, head back towards the main city centre, stopping at the huge Gdansk sign on your way.

If you’re bored of walking, you can hire electric scooters via the Bolt app for around £2 for 20 minutes to take you from the WW2 Museum to the sign.

While you’re here, snap some pictures to commemorate your 3 days in Gdansk and hopefully, you’ll finish just before sunset so you can head to the next attraction…

AmberSky Ferris Wheel – best things to do in 3 days in Gdansk

The AmberSky is a 50m-tall Ferris Wheel that sits on the island of Ołowianka, just a 15-minute walk from the main city sights.

It’s only been in the city since 2016 (although it changed its location in 2018), so it’s one of the newest attractions in Gdansk.

On a clear day, you can see for miles across the city of Gdansk and even across to the port where hundreds of cranes operate every day.

Tickets cost 35zł per person, so it’s not the cheapest thing to do in Gdansk but it is arguably one of the best and with spectacular views across the city, it would be rude not to have a ride!

We spent 3 days in Gdansk at the beginning of October and there were very few people waiting to go on the Ferris Wheel when we arrived, so we were able to get straight on it. I think there are around 35 cabins that seat approximately 6 people at a time, but if you visit during the quiet season, you’ll more than likely get a cabin to yourself.

Dinner at Ostro – where to eat in 3 days in Gdansk

After enjoying the wonderful views from AmberSky, it’s time for dinner at one of the most highly-rated restaurants in Gdansk; Ostro.

Ostro came highly recommended to me by many people and in my many years of travelling, I’ve been lucky enough to try my fair share of pizzas around the world and I have to say that the Neopolitan-style pizza we had at Ostro was one of the best I’ve ever had!

I had the Prosciutto Crudo pizza which came with toppings of Parma ham, mozzarella, rocket, parmesan and fresh cherry tomatoes and it was absolutely delightful. Matt had the Diavola pizza, with toppings of mozzarella, parmesan, basil, pancetta, jalapeno peppers and olive oil. You can check the full menu on Ostro’s website.

The whole bill was less than £23 (at the time of writing this post in October 2022) which I think was excellent value for money and I genuinely couldn’t recommend Ostro enough as a place to eat in Gdansk. I’d also recommend booking a table in advance as we were super lucky to be seated without a reservation when we visited as everyone who arrived after was turned away!

Here’s exactly what we ordered (and what we’d recommend!) and how much it cost:

• Prosciutto Crudo pizza – 43zł
• Diavola pizza – 38zł
• White wine – 19zł
• Beer – 13zł

Polish vodka-tasting tour

Embarking on a vodka-tasting tour is one of the best things to do in Gdansk at night! You can either find the best bars in Gdansk by simply wandering around the city and trying out different vodkas as recommended by a bartender in each place, or you can book one of the many vodka-tasting tours in Gdansk!

As well as sampling the finest Polish vodka, some tours also include snacks and appetisers with the price of your ticket, such as this Gdansk Daily Vodka Tasting Tour or this vodka-tasting tour which includes traditional Polish appetisers.

Book a vodka-tasting tour in Gdansk here!

Day 3 – Motlawa River Embankment, Pirate ship excursion, Westerplatte, European Solidarity Centre

Day 3 of your Gdansk guide involves exploring more of the riverside in the city, as well as visiting the European Solidarity Centre.

Take a ride on the authentic pirate ship and head to the area of Westerplatte to explore this historical peninsula before heading back to the city for an indulgent dinner at a potato restaurant!

Conclude your awesome time in Gdansk with drinks at the Sassy Rooftop Bar before departing after a wonderful time in this incredible Polish city!

3 days in Gdansk itinerary map – day 3

Green Gate

Please note that I haven’t included anywhere for breakfast on the third day in Gdansk as we woke up still full after dinner from the previous night, so we opted to have an early lunch instead (more on that below).

Begin the day with an exploration of another one of Gdansk’s beautiful “gates”; the Green Gate. Situated at the river end of Długi Targ, the gate dates back to the 1500s and was originally a former residence of Poland’s monarchs.

Today, it remains one of Gdansk’s prettiest attractions and despite not being very green in colour at all, it still makes for a wonderful photo backdrop.

The Crane – 3 days in Gdansk

Located through the Green Gate and just a short walk down the riverfront, the second stop on day 3 of your Gdansk itinerary will be the imposing structure known as The Crane on the Długi Targ side of the river.

The Crane is one of the most defining features of the Gdansk skyline and this medieval port crane was once used to load cargo onto ships. Today, it’s a branch of the National Maritime Museum and is a prominent part of the cityscape along the river.

Motlawa River Embankment

Once you’ve checked out The Crane, spend some time strolling along the charming riverside, known as the Motlawa River Embankment. From here, you can see across the river to Wyspa Spichrzów island where the beautifully tall apartment buildings, bars and restaurants beckon you in with their beauty.

Once you’ve admired the river from this side, cross over Zielony Most w Gdańsku (Green Bridge) to Wyspa Spichrzów island.

Lunch at Chleb I Wino

Chleb I Wino was another one of the most highly recommended places to eat in Gdansk and while it’s typically more of a dinner place, they also have a fantastic lunch menu.

It’s certainly not the cheapest place to eat in Gdansk, especially compared to the more traditional Polish restaurants, with each main dish costing around £10, but it’s still relatively cheap compared to many other European cities and the food, decor and staff here are wonderful so I think it’s worth the money.

Here’s what we ordered from Chleb I Wino:

• Taglioni with salmon in a creamy sauce – 44.90zł
• Beef cheeks with mashed potato – 49.90zł

Swinging Footbridge to Marina

Once you’ve sated your appetite, it’s time to walk it off for a few minutes by heading over the relatively new Swinging Footbridge.

You’ll have to time your crossing just right as the bridge only connects each bit of land every half an hour and if you miss the crossing time, you’ll have to walk to one of the other bridges a few hundred metres down (or wait half an hour for it to “swing” back around)!

Gdansk Pirate Ship (Black Pearl and Lion Galeon)

It’s not every day that you see a pirate ship floating down the river in a tiny European city, but that’s exactly what you’ll find if you spend 3 days in Gdansk, Poland!

There are two pirate ships, the Black Pearl and the Lion Galeon, in the city which run from the river in the city centre to the Westerplatte peninsula. You can choose to take the ship just one way or book a return ticket.

You can also enjoy a meal on board the ship after the cruise if you don’t fancy eating at day three’s recommended restaurants.

A return trip costs 70zł for adults and 50zł for children and a one-way trip costs 50zł for adults and 40zł for children. If you decide to take the ship just one way from Gdansk to Westerplatte, please bear in mind that it’s a 2-hour walk to get back (or a 15-minute taxi ride) to the city.

Europejskie Centrum Solidarności (European Solidarity Centre)

After an exciting pirate excursion, head to the European Solidarity Museum for an afternoon of learning about the incredibly important movement in Poland, particularly in Gdansk.

The Solidarity Museum and its concept weren’t something I’d ever heard of before visiting Gdansk, but after spending a few hours learning all about the Polish trade union and civil resistance movement, I can see why it’s always included on lists of the best things to do in Gdansk.

As with the WW2 Museum, I’d highly recommend getting an audio guide to take you around the museum so that you can learn as much as possible while enjoying the exhibits.

Tickets cost 30zł for adults and 25zł for concessions and the audio guide tour is free. Take a look at the European Solidarity Museum website for information on opening times.

Dinner at Bar Pod Ryba – 3 days in Gdansk itinerary

For dinner, head to Bar Pod Ryba for a menu that consists of predominantly potato dishes! You’ll find a vast variety of different toppings available on a huge jacket potato and while it might not seem like the most lavish meal, I promise you’ll be insanely full afterwards!

The menu states that they’re “roast potatoes” but if you’re from the UK, you’ll know them as jacket potatoes! With dozens of toppings and sauces to choose from, I firmly believe that there’s a potato for everyone at Bar Pod Ryba and if you’re looking for an authentic Polish dining experience, you need to add this place to your Gdansk itinerary! Check out the full menu on the restaurant’s website.

We ordered the following and the bill (in October 2022) was less than £19 for two mains and two drinks:

• Potato with bacon, gouda cheese, spring onion, butter, seasonings and an optional garlic sauce – 38zł
• Potato with “pirate’s pork” – pork shoulder blade stewed in cabbage, onions, and caraway, with butter and seasonings – 42zł
• Coca-Cola – 7zł
• Beer – 15zł

Salty Bar/Rooftop by Sassy

Conclude your 3 days in Gdansk itinerary by visiting Rooftop by Sassy and Salty Bar which are located in the awesome food and drink hall known as Słony Spichlerz.

Both bars are great places to grab a glass of wine or a delicious cocktail and there are also many food stalls with cuisines from all over the world that you can order from and then sit in the communal dining space.

It’s such a great place to hang out in the city and the rooftop bar is a fantastic way to commemorate and conclude your Gdansk trip!

Below, I’ve included two bonus itineraries for spending 3 days in Gdansk if you feel like you’ve completed all the activities much quicker than my timings above, or indeed if you happen to be spending 4 days in Gdansk instead!

Itinerary #2 – Take a day trip – 3 days in Gdansk

This is a great Gdansk itinerary as it can be cut down if you only want to know what to see in Gdansk in 2 days instead of 3. If you only want to spend 2 days in Gdansk, you can easily leave out one of the day trips or combine a tour of the highlights of Gdansk, Gdynia and Sopot to see as much as possible in one day.

Spend a day exploring the many sights of the Old Town and then spend the following two days on day trips to Gdynia and Sopot. These two cities make up the “Tricity” along with Gdansk and they make for excellent day trips while spending a weekend in Gdansk.

Located on the Baltic Sea, Sopot is renowned for its lovely beaches, its archaic wooden pier and numerous spas and pretty streets, whereas Gdynia is a port town that’s much more modern than its Tricity sisters. Both places make for excellent day trips from Gdansk.

• Day 1 – Gdansk Old Town & River
• Day 2 – Day trip from Gdansk to Sopot
• Day 3 – Day trip from Gdnask to Gdynia

Itinerary #3 – Museum excursions in 3 days in Gdansk

This 3 days in Gdansk itinerary is better suited to those who really want to dedicate multiple days to exploring the numerous museums that the city has to offer.

From the WW2 Museum to the Solidarity Museum to the Museum of Amber, Gdansk has several fascinating museums for history buffs to enjoy.

On your third day in Gdansk, take a full-day highlights tour of Gdansk, Gdynia and Sopot which will take you on a whistle-stop excursion of the best spots in the tri-state area of Northern Poland!

• Day 1 – Museum of the Second World War & European Solidarity Centre
• Day 2 – Museum of Amber, Artus Court, National Maritime Museum
• Day 3 – Highlights of Gdansk, Gdynia and Sopot tour – this tour takes you on a full-day trip around each of the Tricity places!

Conclusion – 3 days in Gdansk

And there you have it! 3 perfect itineraries for spending 2, 3 or 4 days in Gdansk, Poland! This beautiful Polish city makes for an excellent weekend break in Europe and it can be easily enjoyed on a budget.

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