Things to do in Gdańsk

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Gdansk Crane featuring a river or creek

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1. Neptune's Fountain

Neptune’s Fountain (Fontanna Neptuna) is one of the most instantly recognizable landmarks of Gdańsk’s Old Town. It dominates Long Market, a section of the city’s Royal Route, where Polish monarchs once held triumphal ceremonies and parades. Come to this popular meeting point and tourist attraction to take a break, enjoy a bit of people-watching and admire the architectural beauty of the Old Town.
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Neptune\'s Fountain showing a fountain and night scenes

2. Gdańsk Main Town Hall

Take a step back in time and discover the ancient history of Gdańsk at the Gdańsk Main Town Hall (Ratusz Glównego Miasta Gdańska). Once the seat of the city’s council, today this monumental building is home to the Gdańsk History Museum (Muzeum Historyczne Miasta Gdańska). Browse the striking interior rooms, which host exhibits dedicated to art, period furniture and the city’s trading heritage. Enjoy unrivaled views of the Old Town from the building’s tower.
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Gdansk Main Town Hall showing a city and heritage architecture

3. Jelitkowo Beach

Enjoy a relaxing break from sightseeing and visit Jelitkowo Beach. This traditional seaside resort sits on the southern shores of the Baltic Sea and overlooks Gdańsk Bay. Jelitkowo Beach has been a popular Gdańsk retreat since its humble beginnings as a fishing hamlet in the late 1800s. Today, it continues to attract visitors with its golden sand, safe waters and beachfront restaurants.
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Jelitkowo Beach which includes a park

4. St. Mary's Church

Peek inside pretty chapels, browse centuries-old art and enjoy panoramic city views at St. Mary’s Church (Bazylika Mariacka). Measuring 344 feet (105 meters) long and with a 256-foot-tall (78-meter) tower, this is one of the world’s largest brick churches. Although it was initiated in 1343, over 150 years passed before the church’s completion. Today, St. Mary’s Church is a popular place of worship and a venue for music recitals.
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St. Mary\'s Church featuring street scenes

5. Golden Gate

Gdańsk’s Golden Gate (Złota Brama) is an imperious gateway beautified by artistic sculptures. This Roman-inspired triumphal arch dates back to 1612 and is the work of acclaimed Flemish architect Abraham van den Blocke. The Golden Gate marks the beginning of Long Street and is a main attraction of the Royal Route, a ceremonial pathway that cuts through Gdańsk’s historic Old Town.
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Golden Gate featuring heritage elements and street scenes

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Areas of Gdańsk

Gdansk Crane featuring a river or creek

Gdansk City Center

5/5(5 area reviews)

Gdansk City Center is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Mariacka Street and St. Mary's Church while in the area.

Gdansk City Center
Gdansk featuring city views and street scenes

Old Town Gdańsk

4.5/5(329 area reviews)

The great bars and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town Gdańsk. A stop by Gdańsk Main Town Hall or Artus Court might round out your trip.

Old Town Gdańsk
Jelitkowo Beach featuring a beach as well as a small group of people

Jelitkowo

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Jelitkowo is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Jelitkowo Beach and Sopot Beach.

Jelitkowo
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Brzezno

Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about Brzezno. A stop by Brzezno Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Brzezno
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Przymorze

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Przymorze. You might want to make time for a stop at Brzezno Beach or Brzezno Pier.

Przymorze
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Wrzeszcz

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Wrzeszcz. You might want to make time for a stop at Długi Targ or Ulica Mariacka.

Wrzeszcz