Poznań

Travel Guide

Poznan featuring a city
Stary Browar Shopping and Art Centre showing shopping and interior views
Stary Rynek showing a statue or sculpture and a square or plaza
Stary Rynek featuring outdoor eating and a square or plaza
Poznan which includes modern architecture

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 Stary Rynek 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
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Grunwald

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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

Grunwald
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 Malta Ski.

Nowe Miasto
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Łazarz

While visiting Łazarz, you might make a stop by sights like Poznań Palm House and Poznań International Fair Grounds.

Łazarz
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
B&B Hotel Poznań Old Town
B&B Hotel Poznań Old Town
3.5 out of 5
16 plac Wolnosci, Poznan, Wielkopolskie
The price is NT$1,542 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
NT$1,542
NT$1,665 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (196 reviews)
"Good but weird layout, used to be an office building or something that was converted into a hotel. Nice area next to old square and plac."

Reviewed on 2025/6/25

B&B Hotel Poznań Old Town
Hotel Altus Poznań Old Town - Destigo Hotels
Hotel Altus Poznań Old Town - Destigo Hotels
3 out of 5
ul. Sw. Marcin 40, Poznan, Poznan- Wielkopolskie
The price is NT$1,593 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
NT$1,593
NT$1,721 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (437 reviews)
"Everything is perfect. But it needs to develop breakfast."

Reviewed on 2025/6/22

Hotel Altus Poznań Old Town - Destigo Hotels
Palazzo Rosso Old Town
Palazzo Rosso Old Town
3 out of 5
ul. Golebia 6, Poznan, Wielkopolskie
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Ego Gallery and Parish Church are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (126 reviews)
"The room was lovely, and what little damage already existed to the woodwork and furniture is hardly the fault of the hotel, though I would advise handling the sharp edge on the desk corner. There were 2 plug sockets, not in the best places. The staff were polite and friendly as well as very helpful. ..."

Reviewed on 2025/6/27

Palazzo Rosso Old Town
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.
Poznań Apartments Towarowa
Poznań Apartments Towarowa
3.5 out of 5
Towarowa 37-41, Old Town, Poznan, Wielkopolska
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Poznań. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Poznań Philharmonic and Adam ...
9/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"The apartment was wonderful! Everything is clean, everything will be provided once you ask and it's 5 mins away from the train station. Loved it!"

Reviewed on 2025/6/28

Poznań Apartments Towarowa
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 (surcharge). Popular attractions Ostrów Tumski and Ego Gallery ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
"Spacious room, great facilities"

Reviewed on 2025/6/13

Saint Martin Residence by Y3 Hotels - Poznań Old Town with Wellness
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, cable TV channels, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Historical Museum of Poznań and Dzialynski ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
"We only stayed one night, but the location was brilliant - so close to the main square - and the room was very clean and comfortable. We would definitely recomend and stay here again and were pleased with the value for money."

Reviewed on 2025/6/3

Apartamenty AR
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

4.6
Top Destination
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

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

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

best city to visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

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

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