Poznań

Travel Guide
Stary Browar Shopping and Art Centre showing shopping and interior views
One of Poland’s oldest cities is known for its green spaces and well-preserved ancient buildings. Visit historic palaces, churches and miles of parks and forests.

Poznan is the capital of Poland’s Wielkopolska region. It combines 1,000 years of history with the excitement of a modern European city. Investigate ancient buildings, hike through forests, sample regional foods and enjoy a long soak in thermal waters.

One of Poland’s oldest cities, Poznan was founded in the 10th century. Remember the past in the medieval palaces, churches and buildings of Old Market Square. Visit the archeological museum in the 16th-century Gorka Palace. Stand near the Renaissance Town Hall at noon to watch mechanical goats butt heads. Explore the 13th-century hilltop Royal Castle, one block west of the square. Poznan’s other stronghold, the Imperial Castle, was built in the early 20th century for Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany.

Take a bus or tram to Cathedral Island, where the city began. See tombs of ancient monarchs inside the 10th-century Archcathedral Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul and admire the Gothic interior of St. Mary's Church.

With parks, forests and gardens covering nearly a third of the city and a greenbelt surrounding it, Poznan is one of Poland’s greenest cities. Jog, walk and play sports in the sprawling Citadel Park alongside massive sculptures of headless cast iron figures. Hike through Wielkopolski National Park, 10 miles (16 kilometers) outside of Poznan.

Relax at Lake Malta, a large artificial lake and recreational area. Observe animals at Nowe Zoo on the east side of the lake. Ski down the artificial ski slope or reach speeds up to 32 miles (50 kilometers) per hour on the summer toboggan run. Unwind in the thermal water pools and saunas of the Maltese Baths.

While in Poznan, be sure to try vodka and appetizers in a tapas bar. Order shots with cold snacks such as pig trotters in jelly and pickled herring.

Poznan is about a 4-hour drive or 3-hour train journey west of Poland’s capital, Warsaw. Alternatively, fly into Poznan's Lawica International Airport to enjoy the city’s history, scenery and outdoor activities.

Where to stay in Poznań

Poznan featuring a city

Poznań City Center

Museums, historic sites, and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Poznań City Center. Make a stop by Stary Browar Shopping and Art Centre or National Museum in Poznań while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Poznań City Center
Poznan featuring food as well as an individual male

Stare Miasto District

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

Historic sites, spas, and coffeehouses highlight some of the noteworthy features of Stare Miasto District. Make a stop by Church of Saint Stanislaw Kostka or Park Cytadela while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Stare Miasto District
Suite 2

Grunwald

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Unique features of Grunwald include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Lech Poznań Stadium or Poznań Palm House while you're exploring the area.

Grunwald
The Baltyk tower in Poznan by MVRDV architects, built between 2011 and 2017.

Jezyce

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Unique features of Jezyce include the historic sites and bars. Make a stop by Zoological Gardens or Nowy Theatre while you're exploring the area.

Jezyce
Poznan featuring a bridge as well as a small group of people

Nowe Miasto

5/5(1 area review)

Nowe Miasto is a destination travelers like for its lake views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Tadeuszak Tram Stop or Unii Lubelskiej Tram Stop to explore sights like Poznań Zoo.

Nowe Miasto
Poznań Główny railway station, which combines a train and bus station and a shopping center, opened in October 2013

Wilda

You'll appreciate the historic sites during your time in Wilda and you might want to plan a stop by Poznań Financial Centre and Andersia Tower while you're in the area.

Wilda
Hotel Altus Poznań Old Town
Hotel Altus Poznań Old Town
3.5 out of 5
ul. Sw. Marcin 40, Poznan, Poznan- Wielkopolskie
The price is NT$2,078 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
NT$2,078
per night
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (264 reviews)
"Everything was great, expect some constant noise coming from the AC vent."

Reviewed on 2024/2/23

Hotel Altus Poznań Old Town
Don Prestige Residence
Don Prestige Residence
Ul. Sw. Marcin 2, Poznan, Greater Poland
The price is NT$2,103 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
NT$2,103
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this boutique hotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
Excellent for stay in Poznan
"Really excellent hotel - everything great and close to Old Market Square and the ‘Billy Goats’. We really enjoyed it here."

Reviewed on 2024/3/22

Don Prestige Residence
City Park Hotel & Residence
City Park Hotel & Residence
5 out of 5
Wyspianskiego 26a, Poznan, Greater Poland
The price is NT$3,510 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
NT$3,510
per night
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, 16 restaurants, and an attached winery. Popular attractions Hala Arena and Wilson Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (524 reviews)
"A stunning modern property for a great price"

Reviewed on 2024/2/18

City Park Hotel & Residence
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartamenty AR
Apartamenty AR
3.5 out of 5
5 Zydowska, Poznan, Wielkopolskie
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a flat-screen TV. Popular attractions Historical Museum of Poznań and Dzialynski ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
"Helpful reception staff with overnight parking and storage of luggage. 24hr parking about 500m away from apartment and about $14AUD"

Reviewed on 2023/9/1

Apartamenty AR
Saint Martin Residence by Y3 Hotels - Poznań Old Town with Wellness
Saint Martin Residence by Y3 Hotels - Poznań Old Town with Wellness
4 out of 5
9 Podgórna, Poznan, Wielkopolskie
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Popular attractions Ostrów Tumski and Ego Gallery are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Spacious room in central location
"The location of the hotel is very central, close to the main square and tram stops. Our room was very comfortable spacious with a well equipped kitchen area. We went to hotel sauna a few times which was lovely, just give the reception 20 minutes notice. We were also provided with a dressing gown. ..."

Reviewed on 2024/2/27

Saint Martin Residence by Y3 Hotels - Poznań Old Town with Wellness
Ilonn Boutique Limanowskiego
Ilonn Boutique Limanowskiego
3.5 out of 5
ul. Limanowskiego 15, Poznan
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Wilson Park and Hala Arena are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Fine new place in a old-fashioned block!
"I had booked 2 rooms, both were just at the top of the landing.unfortunately the entrance room doors aren't enough sound proof, i.e. one can hear walling others up/down the stairs. Other than that I loved the newly modern classic up done spacious rooms. Pity breakfast comes at an additional ..."

Reviewed on 2018/2/6

Ilonn Boutique Limanowskiego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Poznań

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Feb 18, 2020

Its a college town by all means, and not suitable older adults for going out other than sight seeing,

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Oct 6, 2019

Love this city! Beautiful surroundings and helpful people, wish I could live here!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Aug 11, 2019

I found the people overall friendly, food very good, and traffic bearable.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 26, 2019

best city to visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Apr 29, 2019

It was a very fun trip. Spending 1.5 days if plenty to see all the "touristy" stuff. Glad we went, fun weekend adventure in Western Poland.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Mar 23, 2019

Visit Warsaw or Krakow instead. Poznan isn’t interested in your tourist money nor appreciates it.