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- beth gSittingbourne, United Kingdom233 contributionsGreat at xmasI had reservations about Gdansk as I hadn't heard much about it and what I had heard was that it was a summer destination, so thought lots would be closed over Xmas. I was totally wrong, the city itself is beautiful, loads of great restaurants and bars, all walkable if you stay in the centre. An interesting history and rejuvenation following the war. I would recommend getting a Segway or scooter tour for fun and to learn a little about the city. Lovely little Xmas market, huge shopping centre if the weather takes a turn. A few days is ample. Great find.Visited December 2019Traveled as a coupleWritten January 4, 2020
- S LManchester, United Kingdom38 contributionsBeautiful CityI visited Gdansk in October as a cheap city break. The old town was absolutely beautiful with many restaurants and lovely buildings. There is not many things to do in Gdansk but the cute sights are picturesque. As we went in October the sky was grey and it was cold therefore I don't recommend going a later time of the year. It would be beautiful in the summer. If you're a fan of Italian food then this is the city for you. There's an Italian restaurant on every corner. Gdansk is also extremely cheap, would highly recommend visiting.Visited October 2019Written April 9, 2020
- AberdeenScottAberdeen, United Kingdom85 contributionsLovely place to visitTypical old town street. Plenty of architecture and great buildings to admire, lots of lovely places to have a break and refreshments at very reasonable prices. Statue of Neptune is worth a visit and the church bells just before the hour were enchanting. We visited over the New Year period, and the Xmas market was still in operation at the Gold gate end, but seemed to be just food and drinks, so unsure if there would have been more to see over xmas time.Visited January 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten January 5, 2020
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Travelinman
Enniskillen, UK46 contributions
Feb 2020
Old Town Gdansk. If you go to the WW2 museum you will see what the old town looked like after the Germans and Russians were finished with it
However since then the most careful and highly skilled reconstruction of the old town and surrounds has returned it to one of the most beautiful towns in Europe. The exquisite buildings and their facades combined with the pedestrian streets and ease of getting around makes the town perfect for at least two or more days of exploration. Museums , buildings of interest and of course the street full of Baltic Amber Jewellery shops and endless really good restaurants , coffee shops and bars make this an almost obligatory place to put on your travel list.
However since then the most careful and highly skilled reconstruction of the old town and surrounds has returned it to one of the most beautiful towns in Europe. The exquisite buildings and their facades combined with the pedestrian streets and ease of getting around makes the town perfect for at least two or more days of exploration. Museums , buildings of interest and of course the street full of Baltic Amber Jewellery shops and endless really good restaurants , coffee shops and bars make this an almost obligatory place to put on your travel list.
Written February 15, 2020
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H. Lark
Tampere, Finland16 contributions
Nov 2019
The old town's streets are perfect to take a stroll and to admire European architecture. This whole place was destroyed during the horrors of WWII but it admirable how they had rebuild the whole place again and I really appreciate the fact of how they didn't want to let go of their cultural heritage so they put a lot of efforts to rebuild it. A river flows through the old town and on the either sides of the banks, the houses look amazingly beautiful, their triangular roofs and red bricked walls add tranquility to the picturesque scene. The streets are lined with cobble stones which is a typical part of European history. Stockholm's old town has a very similar design and architecture.
Written May 24, 2020
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Maia Braaten
Trondheim, Norway5 contributions
Dec 2019
The Old Town in Gdańsk is spectacular! I love the narrow streets, the old building and churches that you can stumble upon while just walking around. The river bank is just lovely!
We went there in December and it was very nice with all the decorations, the Xmas Fair. We would love to see the city in the summer - heard that kayaking on Motlawa is something completely different.
We went there in December and it was very nice with all the decorations, the Xmas Fair. We would love to see the city in the summer - heard that kayaking on Motlawa is something completely different.
Written March 9, 2020
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Leonardo M
Krakow, Poland61 contributions
Mar 2021
Gdansk's old town is one of the most beautiful of Poland. You'll never get tired of walking around appreciating the architecture. The vibe it's just incredible. You'll find a lot of history, nice cafes and restaurants. I visited the city during March and the weather was super crazy (sunny, windy, rainy and snowy, all during the same day). Not to mention the covid restriction but I'll definitely gonna be back during summer time.
Written July 4, 2021
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Weissgunn
Singapore, Singapore270 contributions
Feb 2020
Really enjoyed walking through this area in the late afternoon early evening. Winter, so many places were closed (and each would be a separate review anyway), but well worth spending the time to walk through and take this magnificent part of town in. Street signs to guide the way help.
Written February 17, 2020
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AndyM_Liverpool
Liverpool, UK68 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
Keep returning and every year it just gets better. Great atmosphere for sight seeing, eating out, drinks or parties. It's amazing to see how the newly restored areas are continuously being added in the same theme and feel
Written July 29, 2020
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Malgorzata
12,113 contributions
Aug 2019
Old Town is part of the Gdansk district of Srodmiescie. This is the oldest area of the city. When visiting Gdansk, you cannot miss this historic city center, which still captivates with its wonderful architecture and unique atmosphere. The representative historic part of Gdańsk is considered one of the most beautiful complexes of this type in Poland.Here you can see extremely valuable monuments from different periods, referring to many architectural styles, created for centuries by artists from around the world. Such a large and compact urban complex also has its own almost magical atmosphere.The entire Old Town of Gdansk is beautiful and really magical, it consists of impressive buildings with beautiful architecture and unique.
Written June 10, 2020
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Steit Slings
Calpe, Spain269 contributions
Jul 2020
The touristic parts of town are very beautifully kept or restored. The buildings look great, the architecture is very interesting. You can see Gdansk went to great trouble to make the city as attractive as it can for visitors.
The old town and the newly renovated office area around the harbours are absolutely stunning, the way the modern architecture seamlessly flows into the old style houses and back again is a well planned piece of architecture that deserves a mentioning.
Bit of a shame that if you wander of into the more residential areas that the glory of the old town is not pulled into those parts. As soon as you step out of the tourist area you see heaps of garbage, run down places and houses that feel jealous of their cousins only a few streets away.
Gdansk is certainly worth your visit, see the old town, walk into the office area and do visit the other parts too.
The old town and the newly renovated office area around the harbours are absolutely stunning, the way the modern architecture seamlessly flows into the old style houses and back again is a well planned piece of architecture that deserves a mentioning.
Bit of a shame that if you wander of into the more residential areas that the glory of the old town is not pulled into those parts. As soon as you step out of the tourist area you see heaps of garbage, run down places and houses that feel jealous of their cousins only a few streets away.
Gdansk is certainly worth your visit, see the old town, walk into the office area and do visit the other parts too.
Written September 8, 2020
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Ted
Miami Beach, FL236 contributions
Jul 2021
Its been 30 years since I last visited and I was truly surprised and how rapidly Gdansk has grown and prospered. The old town is full of fine quality restaurants, shops, and beautiful historical buildings to explore. Several boat trips from the docks allow for day visits to nearby locations. A must see.
Written July 19, 2021
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Michael H
Cavendish, UK14 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Stag weekend which overall was fantastic, it’s a beautiful place with plenty to do and not far from the beach. Loads of restaurants, bars & cafes. Just be aware later at night there is a very sinister side that comes out. Spiked drinks and constant pressure to get you into clubs which then rip you off
Written June 6, 2023
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kazsafc2000
Sunderland, UK425 contributions
We get to gdansk at 11.15pmanyone know if the trains will still run into the town? Or is it a taxi
doug t
Old Colwyn, UK190 contributions
Bus goes straight to central about 40 mins but Uber run and are cheap if you want to save money ..buses are the cheapest about £1.50 but Uber was about £10
kazsafc2000
Sunderland, UK425 contributions
Thinking of doing gdansk for 3 nights end of October,anyone recommend anywhere to stay in the old town or is their new town better?
m0ssy2016
Manchester, UK280 contributions
Hi, either really as the old town or river side is only mins away from new town. A little pricer in the old town due to location. Old town is lovely and picturesque, new town less so. As for recommendations of where to stay, have a look on a well known booking site - can’t put the name TA won’t allow it! and cross reference on trip advisor, click on maps to check location too. Plenty of hotels and apartments to choose from within 5-10 minutes walking distance of the old town.
Definitely use the bus from the airport (bus stop across the road from the airport, bus no 210) as it takes about 30-40 mins and is approx 70p a ticket and the train to sopot whilst your in gdansk if you have the time ;-)
Hope that helps a little :-)
linda b
Leeds, UK23 contributions
Coming through on October the 24th how much is a taxi from airport and how far from old town to sopot please. First time in gdanask. Any one recommend any nice restaurants and where to go for a nice breakfast.
pastek2014
London, UK23 contributions
Bus from Airport is cheap and easy - recommend or use Uber Taxi will be much more expensive. Pierogarnia Mandu is very good with reasonable prices. There is Georgian restaurant near the Dluga street very good but forgot the name.
Heidi M
Kuopio, Finland4 contributions
Hello!
Is there any hostel in this area with female dorms or are all unisex?
Iki Deli / Doi Nebuni
Romania2,413 contributions
You can try at Hotel Stay Inn, know they had while ago (a room with 6 beds), but don’t know 100% if they still have the concept.
Heidi M
Kuopio, Finland4 contributions
Onko hostelleista tällä alueella naispaikkoja... kaikki mitä löysin oli yhteis/unisexpaikkoja?!
Czy są restauracje blisko?
Макс
Dnipro, Ukraine14 contributions
Samo tam sie znajduje
Hi thinking of booking up for a stag do is there plenty bars or clubs close by and would you recommend any hotels for large groups
Chris M
Cork, Ireland44 contributions
Definately not suitable for a stag, it’s quiet there but I’ve been to Kraków that would be more suitable.
Hej!
Är det någon som vet vad affärerna i Gdansk har för öppettider under nyårshelgen?// Marie
Agneta V
Jönköping, Sweden14 contributions
Hej! Nej tyvärr vet jag inte öppettiderna men kolla de stora galleriorna på det nätet. Hälsningar Agneta
lobster2016
Kingston-upon-Hull, UK2 contributions
How do you get from Gdańsk airport to the old town?
Andrea K
18 contributions
Sorry for late response, we took a taxi, we had checked on line beforehand to get rough price. It was what we expected when we arrived, not too expensive but it's worth asking before you get in.
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- Gdansk: Highlights Old Town Tour with ticket to Amber Altar (From $102.60)
- Gun Shooting Experience with Hotel Transfers (From $53.48)
- Best of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot in 1-Day Private Car Tour (From $225.16)
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing (From $155.75)
- Gdansk: 2.5-hours Polish Beer Tasting Tour (From $148.65)
- Hotels near Old Town:
- (0.01 mi) Gdańskie Apartamenty - Apartament Długa
- (0.03 mi) Grand Guesthouse
- (0.03 mi) Bently Apartments
- (0.03 mi) Studio przy Neptunie - Dluga 54-55
- (0.04 mi) Apartment Długa DeLuxe Old Town Gdańsk
- Restaurants near Old Town:
- (0.00 mi) Restauracja La Cantina
- (0.01 mi) Long Street 52
- (0.01 mi) Hokkaido Sushi and Japanese Cuisine Gdansk
- (0.01 mi) Lookier Cafe&Restaurant
- (0.01 mi) Original Burger
- Attractions near Old Town:
- (0.02 mi) Main Town Hall - Museum of Gdansk
- (0.03 mi) Main Town Hall in Miniature
- (0.10 mi) Craft Cocktails
- (0.05 mi) Pub Crawl Gdansk
- (0.04 mi) Dluga Street (ul. Dluga)
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