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22 things to do in Poland
Siuda Baba
On Easter Monday, there is a high probability of meeting a strange man dressed up as an untidy woman, whose face is blackened with soot. Don’t get scared, this is Siuda Baba–a traditional Polish character
Krakow Film Festival
Don’t miss a chance to visit one of the oldest film festivals in Europe!
Hot Beer or Grzane Piwo
The winters in Poland may be severe and frosty, but there are many ways to keep warm. Among the various hot drinks, the most tempting is a hot beer
Jewish Culture Festival
Every year the historically Jewish district of Kazimierz turns into a time machine with the sounds of Jewish music
Hiking in Ojców National Park
Krakow attracts tourists not only with its beauty and rich history but also by its natural treasures. Ojców National Park is well worth checking out!
Krakow Christmas Market
The iconic central square of Krakow, Rynek Główny, hosts most of the city's winter holiday festivities
Open'er Festival
One of the leading music festivals in Europe, and what a pleasant surprise—one of the cheapest!
Skiing Season in Zakopane
Those who are fond of winter sports shouldn't miss the chance to leave Krakow for a day or two and to visit Zakopane, a town located at the foot of the Tatra Mountains. Especially, when it takes only two hours!
Great Dragon Parade
Krakow still has its own dragons. Usually, they hide in their cages, but for one weekend, everyone can see them flying around the city. Look up!
Kraków Nativity Scenes Contest
Krakow Christmas tradition of recreating the nativity scene dates back to the 19th century
Książ Castle (Zamek Książ)
A gothic castle built in 1288 is the biggest attraction in Silesia
Warsaw Christmas Market
The best idea for a winter stroll in Warsaw
Christmas Markets in Poland
The main squares of Polish cities turn magical in the winter
New Year's Eve (Sylwester)
Watch the impressive firework show against the backdrop of the gorgeous Palace of Culture and Science
Krakow New Year's Eve (Sylwester)
One of the largest annual events in Małopolska capital takes place at the central square
Gdansk Christmas Market
One of Poland's coziest holiday markets, jam-packed with festive fun
Poznan Christmas Markets
Holiday shopping and entertainment in the city center