44 days in Poland Itinerary

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Visit Old Town and St. Anne's Church (Kosciol Swietej Anny) for their historical value. There's still lots to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie, explore the historical opulence of Zamek Krolewski w Warszawie - Muzeum, get your game on at Enigma RoomR - Escape room game, and make a trip to Palace of Culture and Science.

To find maps, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, use the Warsaw trip planner.

Accra, Ghana to Warsaw is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from Accra in March; daily highs in Warsaw reach 8°C and lows reach 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to travel to Grudziadz.

Grudziądz is a city of around 96,042 inhabitants on the Vistula River in northern Poland. Citadel and Zamek Krzyzacki w Radzyniu Chelminskim will appeal to history buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Grudziadz: Kosciol Wniebowziecia Najswietszej Marii Panny (in Chelmno), Gothic Cathedral of Pelpin (in Tczew) and Teutonic Castle (in Swiecie). There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Pelplin Trails, step into the grandiose world of Teutonic Order Castle, take in the spiritual surroundings of Pelplin Abbey, and take some stellar pictures from Klimek Tower.

For photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Grudziadz visit planning site.

Getting from Warsaw to Grudziadz by car takes about 3.5 hours. In April, daily temperatures in Grudziadz can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Gdansk.

Although its history goes back a thousand years, Gdansk represents one of Poland's most modern urban centers, its thriving economy boosted by a lively tourism sector.

Popular historic sites such as St. Mary's Church and Archikatedra Oliwska are in your itinerary. There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Old Town, have some family-friendly fun at Room of Plenty, don't miss a visit to Jaskowa Dolina Street, and take an in-depth tour of Europejskie Centrum SolidarnoSci.

To find ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Gdansk driving holiday planner.

Drive from Grudziadz to Gdansk in 1.5 hours. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Grudziadz in April: highs in Gdansk hover around 13°C, while lows dip to 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to travel to Wroclaw.

Known for its relaxed and liberal atmosphere, the energetic city of Wroclaw lures visitors with its rich cultural heritage and pedestrian-friendly old town.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Ostrow Tumski - (Cathedral Island) and Zamek Ksiaz w Walbrzychu. Change things up with these side-trips from Wroclaw: Bazylika Swietogorska (in Gostyn), Church of Peace, Swidnica (Kosciol Pokoju w Swidnicy) (in Swidnica) and Prince Henry's Castle (in Marczyce). The adventure continues: take in the pleasant sights at Rynek of Wroclaw, take in the architecture and atmosphere at KoSciol OpatrznoSci Bozej we Wroclawiu, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and don't miss a visit to Palac Warmatowice.

To see photos, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, use the Wroclaw day trip planner.

You can fly from Gdansk to Wroclaw in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In April in Wroclaw, expect temperatures between 16°C during the day and 4°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) early enough to drive to Oswiecim.

Known to most by its German name Auschwitz, the modestly sized city of Oswiecim sits at the foot of the Jura Mountains, just 50 km (30 mi) west of Krakow.

Popular historic sites such as Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau and Cieszyn Old Town are in your itinerary. Explore Oswiecim's surroundings by going to Cieszyn (Old Market Square, The Lutheran Parish Church of Jesus, &more). The adventure continues: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of the Transfiguration and stroll around Planty Park.

For maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Oswiecim itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Wroclaw to Oswiecim takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in April, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) so you can drive to Krakow.

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Wieliczka Salt Mine and Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square. There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wawel Cathedral, enjoy some diversion at Cracow Shooting Academy, take a stroll through Kazmierz The Former Jewish District, and visit Stare Miasto.

To see photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Krakow road trip planning website.

You can drive from Oswiecim to Krakow in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. April in Krakow sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) so you can drive to Tarnow.

Visit Sanktuarium SS. Swierada i Benedykta w Tropiu and KoSciol pod wezwaniem Bozego Ciala for their historical value. Get out of town with these interesting Tarnow side-trips: Historic Town Hall - Ratusz (in Biecz), Sekowa (Church of St. Philip and St. James the Apostles & World War I Cemetery no 70) and Greek Catholic Church of Protection of Our Most Holy Lady in Owczary (in Owczary).

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Traveling by car from Krakow to Tarnow takes 1.5 hours. In April in Tarnow, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 4°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) early enough to drive to Zakopane.

Home to Poland's indigenous Goral people, Zakopane sits at the foothill of the Tatra Mountains, an area serving as one of the country's most fashionable year-round vacation getaways.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Bulwary nad Sola and St. Michael Archangel's Church in Debno. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Zakopane: Fort Wedrowiec (in Wegierska Gorka), Archangel Michael's Church (in Nowy Targ) and Tatra National Park (Lake Morskie Oko, Rysy Peak, &more). The adventure continues: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Gubalowka, explore the world behind art at The Wladyslaw Hasior Gallery, trek along Orla Perc Trail, and explore the wealth of natural beauty at Pieniński Park Narodowy.

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Getting from Tarnow to Zakopane by car takes about 2.5 hours. Traveling from Tarnow in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Zakopane, with lows of 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) so you can travel back home.