Country guide
Poland
Old towns, warm pierogi and layered history.
Poland is a country of cobbled squares, candle-lit cellars and stories layered in every brick. From the Baltic coast to the mountain towns of the south, it's warm, welcoming and gently surprising.
Highlights
- Wandering Gdansk's colourful old town
- Pierogi and mulled wine in a cellar bar
- Long, slow walks along the Motlawa river
- Layered history at every turn
A few honest tips
- ✦The old towns are best explored on foot, wear comfy shoes.
- ✦Cash is handy in smaller cafés, though cards are widely accepted.