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Poznan
Have you ever had occasion to fall in love with a city? If not, Poznan will take your heart with its unique treasures, which stand dreamily watching their own reflections in the fast flowing Warta River. Here, history and tradition interweave with modernity offering you everything from bustling tourist attractions to idyllic hideaways. The city is perfect for romantic getaways. Even if you walk the cobbled streets alone, you will be swept away by the magic that has given Poznan a reputation for being Poland’s most popular small-big city.Find your trip
The pearl of the Renaissance from the 16th century, envisioned by the Italian architect Giovanni Baptista Quadro. Inside the Town Hall there is the Great Hall with a richly decorated, originally preserved Renaissance vault. Every day at high noon two tin billy goats appear in the tower, butting their heads together 12 times. The Town Hall now houses the Poznań History Museum.
The mural was painted in 3D on the wall of a townhouse, and it tells the story of the Śródka district of Poznań. A prince, a bugle call player, a cat or a butcher’s stall can all be seen in the painting. It was voted one of Poland’s New Seven Wonders in 2016 in the National Geographic Traveler poll.
Fara Poznańska, the Parish Church of St. Stanisław, is the second largest church in Poznan after the cathedral and is famous for its priceless 19th-century organ. It is also one of the best examples of Baroque architecture to be found in Poland and has been placed on UNESCO's world heritage list.
Porta Posnania is the introduction to a visit to the Cathedral Island in Poznań - an island where you experience the beginnings of Polish statehood first hand. Porta Posnania is a modern center of heritage interpretation. The exhibition and various events at Porta Posnania restore and rediscover the meaning of the oldest part of Poznań to Polish identity.
I was marked out together with Marcinkowskiego Avenue in late 18th century. The square is surrounded on all sides by imposing buildings such as the National Museum, the former Bazar Hotel and the Raczynski Library.
This majestic Gothic structure towering over Ostrow Tumski is Poznan’s oldest heritage building. Its cavernous halls have borne witness to historic events of extraordinary grandeur from the very beginning of Poland’s existence as a kingdom, and it is here that many of Poland’s founders and first leaders are buried.
One of Poland’s top museums has an extensive collection of artefacts, among them a collection of Polish and European art spanning from the Middle Ages up to the present day.
The Museum houses artifacts of Wielkopolska folk culture. The permanent exhibition entitled Folk Art in Wielkopolska features 19th and 20th century sculptures, paintings, folk costumes, embroidery, decorative items (of ceramic, iron and wood), worship objects and musical instruments. The items are grouped into four categories displayed in Textiles and Folk Costumes, Folk Art, Technology and Non-European Cultures Sections.
The pearl of the Renaissance from the 16th century, envisioned by the Italian architect Giovanni Baptista Quadro. Inside the Town Hall there is the Great Hall with a richly decorated, originally preserved Renaissance vault. Every day at high noon two tin billy goats appear in the tower, butting their heads together 12 times. The Town Hall now houses the Poznań History Museum.
The mural was painted in 3D on the wall of a townhouse, and it tells the story of the Śródka district of Poznań. A prince, a bugle call player, a cat or a butcher’s stall can all be seen in the painting. It was voted one of Poland’s New Seven Wonders in 2016 in the National Geographic Traveler poll.
Pub serves pulled pork sandwiches, perfect Belgian fries, mussels and dry-cured Flemish ham.
Bar a Boo is a venue popular among students and apparently it serves the best pizza in town. In the menu you can find pizza, pastas, salads as well as barbecue dishes and breakfast meals.
A nóż widelec serves Polish dishes in an original, modern edition. Michał Kuter, chef and owner in one, has managed to create a fashionable place, popular and valued for tasty cuisine away from the city center.
Szagówki (potato dumplings), czernina (supposedlu best in town) or duck - these are Poznan classics with hich Hyćka reintroduces the regional culinary traditions. it is also the location of many concerts and theater performances.
Bamberka approaches regional cuisine in a very traditional way. The menu features czernina, the famous Poznań "blind fish" soup and żurek, as well as "pyry z gzikiem" (potatoes with curd) and goose with pyzy (steamed dumplings).
The Pierożak is a nice little place on ulica Wrocławska, located just two minutes walk from the Old Market Square. Only dumplings made on the spot are served here. The open kitchen space allows you to follow the life of the dumplings from its birth, until the tasty finale on our fork. Dumplings can be bought on pieces, mixing the fillings available on the menu. The offer includes traditional fillings, both sweet and dry as well as seasonal experiments. At the time of serving, we only wait for the cooking of raw dumplings, that is several minutes. There is no problem with buying take away dumplings. Undoubtedly, this is one of the best pierogi of Poznań.
Gołe Baby could appear and disappear after a few months, as many other unnoticed burger bars. Meanwhile, the restaurant quickly came to the awareness of foodies. This is a repeated recommendation. The restaurant offers six different burgers and four ways to serve French fries. Is this combination a revolution? It looks. This shows that the culinary horizon is still a lot, you just have to ... serve tasty and repeatable food. Big congratulations!
This modern café is fused with a restaurant and is located in the colourful setting of an old residential building transformed into what could be a bird’s paradise. It has gained a following among young people due to its pocket friendly prices and delicious food.
Pub serves pulled pork sandwiches, perfect Belgian fries, mussels and dry-cured Flemish ham.
Bar a Boo is a venue popular among students and apparently it serves the best pizza in town. In the menu you can find pizza, pastas, salads as well as barbecue dishes and breakfast meals.
Stary Browar is one of the newest shopping centres in town, and has been awarded the honorary title of Best Shopping Complex in Central Europe. Inside, you will find outlets of the better known chains such as Zara, Mango, United Colors of Benetton, H&M, as well as the largest bookshop specialising in art in Poznan.
Posnania is the largest selection of brands in Poznań. In the bright, modern interior, shoppers will find 260 stores and 40 restaurants and cafes. The whole thing is complemented by a rich entertainment offer: a cinema, a bowling alley, a fitness club with a swimming pool and exceptional services such as the Concierge or Hands Free Shopping, which enable stress free shopping and enjoyable leisure. Interesting architecture, designer furniture and installations of European artists complement the lifestyle character of Posnania.
Salon Posnania is a boutique where you can find souvenirs from Poznan. From keychain to books and albums about Poznan. Everything is high quality and designed specially for Salon Posnania.
The Old Market Square which is filled with souvenirs, and in the small streets and alleys surrounding it you can find shops filled with antiques, knick-knacks and bric-a-brac.
Rynek Wielkopolski is an open-air market and a paradise for lovers of fresh fruit and vegetables, including the more exotic varieties.
Zielony Targ is the oldest and the biggest organic food market in Poznan. Whole year round, every Saturday Plac Bernardyński is stuffed with the best from the local farmers and producers. From fresh fruits and vegetables, to meat, dairy and other organic products. It's a place often visited by chefs from the best restaurants.
Stara Rzeźnia is an old slaughterhouse used now for cultural events and for shopping purposes. Every weekend the biggest flea market in Poznan is taking place here. If you are more into antiques, you should visit it on the second Saturday of the month, when collectors and buyers from all over the country are coming here.
Stary Browar is one of the newest shopping centres in town, and has been awarded the honorary title of Best Shopping Complex in Central Europe. Inside, you will find outlets of the better known chains such as Zara, Mango, United Colors of Benetton, H&M, as well as the largest bookshop specialising in art in Poznan.
Posnania is the largest selection of brands in Poznań. In the bright, modern interior, shoppers will find 260 stores and 40 restaurants and cafes. The whole thing is complemented by a rich entertainment offer: a cinema, a bowling alley, a fitness club with a swimming pool and exceptional services such as the Concierge or Hands Free Shopping, which enable stress free shopping and enjoyable leisure. Interesting architecture, designer furniture and installations of European artists complement the lifestyle character of Posnania.
The Poznan-Lawica Airport is located 7 kilometres from the city centre by the main motorway running via Warsaw to Berlin and leads directly to the main parts of town: the town centre, the exhibition centre and the train station. It is easiest to take a taxi to the town centre. You can find taxis just outside the arrival hall. You can also reach Poznan by public transport and the journey takes approximately 30 minutes. Buses 48 and 59 will take you from the airport to the city centre and close to the train station. The night line 242 runs between 12am-4am. You can buy tickets from newspaper stands and ticket booths. In some buses you can also buy tickets from vending machines.
Services: - comprehensive information about the city and region - ticket sales and reservations - tourist service (hotel room reservation, tour guide services) - sales of city maps, publications and book-guides about Poznań - sales of Poznań souvenirs - distribution of promotional materials 1. Tourist Information Stary Rynek address: Stary Rynek 59/60, 61-772 Poznań telephone: +48 61 852 61 56 e-mail: it@plot.poznan.pl Opening hours: - winter season (1.10 - 30.04): Mon-Fri 10:00 - 18:00 || Sat - Sun 10:00 - 17:00 - summer season (1.05-30.09): Mon-Fri 10:00 - 20:00 || Sat - Sun 10:00 - 18:00 2. Tourist Information Main Train Station address: Dworzec Główny PKP, ul. Dworcowa 2, 60-801 Poznań telephone: +48 61 633 10 16 e-mail: dworzec@plot.poznan.pl Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 - 21:00 Sat - Sun 10:00 - 17:00 3. Tourist Information Ławica Airport address: Port Lotniczy Poznań-Ławica im. Henryka Wieniawskiego, ul. Bukowska 285, 60-189 Poznań telephone: + 48 61 849 21 40 e-mail:lotnisko@plot.poznan.pl Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 - 21:00 Sat - Sun 10:00 - 17:00
In the city centre, the easiest way to get around is by tram or bus. To get to the outskirts of town you will find plenty of buses. It is worth buying a one-day ticket, or if you are staying longer, a weekly ticket. Good idea is also to buy Poznan City Card. Tickets can be bought in kiosks or in automated ticket machines. You will need to stamp them in a ticket reader as soon as you board a bus or tram.
The Poznan-Lawica Airport is located 7 kilometres from the city centre by the main motorway running via Warsaw to Berlin and leads directly to the main parts of town: the town centre, the exhibition centre and the train station. It is easiest to take a taxi to the town centre. You can find taxis just outside the arrival hall. You can also reach Poznan by public transport and the journey takes approximately 30 minutes. Buses 48 and 59 will take you from the airport to the city centre and close to the train station. The night line 242 runs between 12am-4am. You can buy tickets from newspaper stands and ticket booths. In some buses you can also buy tickets from vending machines.
Services: - comprehensive information about the city and region - ticket sales and reservations - tourist service (hotel room reservation, tour guide services) - sales of city maps, publications and book-guides about Poznań - sales of Poznań souvenirs - distribution of promotional materials 1. Tourist Information Stary Rynek address: Stary Rynek 59/60, 61-772 Poznań telephone: +48 61 852 61 56 e-mail: it@plot.poznan.pl Opening hours: - winter season (1.10 - 30.04): Mon-Fri 10:00 - 18:00 || Sat - Sun 10:00 - 17:00 - summer season (1.05-30.09): Mon-Fri 10:00 - 20:00 || Sat - Sun 10:00 - 18:00 2. Tourist Information Main Train Station address: Dworzec Główny PKP, ul. Dworcowa 2, 60-801 Poznań telephone: +48 61 633 10 16 e-mail: dworzec@plot.poznan.pl Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 - 21:00 Sat - Sun 10:00 - 17:00 3. Tourist Information Ławica Airport address: Port Lotniczy Poznań-Ławica im. Henryka Wieniawskiego, ul. Bukowska 285, 60-189 Poznań telephone: + 48 61 849 21 40 e-mail:lotnisko@plot.poznan.pl Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 - 21:00 Sat - Sun 10:00 - 17:00
