Actually, Westerplatte was one of the purposes of my visit. You have to use a ferry to get there (it costs 5 euro, both sides). Boat goes via huge Gdansk port and you can actually see the fort and you almost reach the Baltic sea, but then it turns back… The trip lasts for 2 hours. Worth seeing. More

It ist where the World War II started! Learn about it! The better way to go there is by a nice river ship - not expensive - from the Old Town. More

If you need one reason to visit Gdańsk this should be it, the monument to the defenders of the Westerplatte is awe inspiring and very thought provoking. The most memorable part of my visit. Catch a 106 or 138 bus from Ulica Łąkowa for 3 PLN each way. More

The boat trip through the shipyard en route to Westerplatte was fascinating and gave some insight into what a massive employer this must have been. I thoroughly enjoyed our day there and learnt a great deal about the history of Poland at that time and how WWII commenced. I thought it very well put together and felt there was nothing... More

Take one of the pirate ships out to Westerplatte for a great experience. Fun to do. More

Short wee stop off on our tour. Interesting to learn about and liked seeing what was left of the buildings! nothing fake! More

Every school kid in Poland learns about the Westerplatte. For a tourist it's a must to see that. Great view of Lech Walesa Ship Yard. More

Visited Westerplatte and felt it was a worthwhile visit although there is not a lot to see, we just felt the History and the atmosphere of the place and the significance of it we found it very moving, there is an outdoor museum which takes you through the History of Westerplatte and the surrouding areas of the Tri City.We took... More

worth a visit, but only if you have days to waste as it takes too long to get to and back from. although you do go past the lighthouse which still has the bullet holes from where the first shots of world war 2 hit it More