5-Day Poland Road Trip around Krakow to Oświęcim

Photo of horse carriages at main square in Krakow in a summer day.
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Description

Summary

Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-day road trip through Poland.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Poland. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Krakow and 1 night in Oświęcim, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Poland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Krakow and Oświęcim. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Poland you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Krakow, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Poland, including the stunning Old town Market Square in Krakow and Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Poland. From the magnificent Wawel Cathedral to the breathtaking Planty Park and Kościuszko Mound, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Krakow and Oświęcim, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Poland. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Poland.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Poland. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Poland.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Poland.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Poland has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Poland. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Poland extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Poland fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Poland today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Krakow - city in PolandKrakow / 3 nights
Silesian Voivodeship - region in PolandSilesian Voivodeship
Photo of aerial view on Zabrze city and stadium, Poland.Zabrze
Dąbrowa Górnicza -  in PolandDąbrowa Górnicza
Oświęcim - city in PolandOświęcim / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Photo of main square in Krakow on a summer day, Poland.Old town Market Square in Krakow
Photo of Wawel castle with Gardens and cathedral, Krakow, Poland.Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection
Photo of Wawel cathedral on Wawel Hill in Krakow, Poland.Wawel Cathedral
A picture of a Humboldt Penguin at the Kraków Zoo.Krakow Zoo
Autumn leaves falling in The Planty - a park in Krakow, Poland.Planty Park
Kosciuszko Mound (Kopiec Kościuszki). Krakow landmark, Poland. Erected in 1823 to commemorate Tadedeusz Kosciuszko. Surrounded by a citadel, erected by Austrian Administration about 1850. Aerial viewKościuszko Mound
Former Oskar Schindler Factory in Krakow, Poland.Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Nikiszowiec Historic Mining District, Janów-Nikiszowiec, Katowice, Górnośląsko-Zagłębiowska Metropolia, Silesian Voivodeship, PolandNikiszowiec Historic Mining District
Henryk Jordan Park
Barbican and Old Town in Krakow in autumn scenery St. Florian's Gate in autumn scenery, Cracow, Poland.St. Florian's Gate
Bielańsko-Tyniecki Landscape Park, Las Wolski, Zwierzyniec, Krakow, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PolandBielańsko-Tyniecki Landscape Park
Botanic Garden of the Jagiellonian University, Wesoła, Grzegórzki, Krakow, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PolandBotanic Garden of the Jagiellonian University
Molo na Pogorii III, Dąbrowa Górnicza, Górnośląsko-Zagłębiowska Metropolia, Silesian Voivodeship, PolandMolo na Pogorii III
Guido Mine and Coal Mining Museum, Guido, Zabrze, Górnośląsko-Zagłębiowska Metropolia, Silesian Voivodeship, PolandGuido Mine and Coal Mining Museum
Old mine shaft (Silesian Museum in Katowice, Poland)Silesian Museum
Kosciuszko Park, Brynów-Osiedle Zgrzebnioka, Katowice, Górnośląsko-Zagłębiowska Metropolia, Silesian Voivodeship, PolandKosciuszko Park

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 5

Include flights?

Yes
No

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

Personalize your itinerary

Day 1 – Krakow - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Krakow - arrival day

  • Krakow - Arrival day
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  • Old town Market Square in Krakow
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Krakow has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Old town Market Square in Krakow. This attraction is a market square and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,340 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow, Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,520 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow is Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,682 customers.

Locals recommend Piwnica Pod Baranami as one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.

Krakow also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Krakow is Nowy Kraftowy. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Krakow is Eszeweria. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,522 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Poland!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Krakow

Day 2

Day 2 – Krakow

  • Krakow
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Drive 21 km, 1 hour 17 min

  • Wawel Cathedral
  • Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection
  • Bielańsko-Tyniecki Landscape Park
  • Krakow Zoo
  • More

You still have 2 nights left in Krakow.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Wawel Cathedral. This incredible attraction is a cathedral and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 29,793 visitors.

Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,574 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Bielańsko-Tyniecki Landscape Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,200 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Poland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Krakow.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow, like Nowy Kraftowy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.

Szynk is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Krakow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 686 customers.

Locals enjoy House of Beer, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Krakow. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,362 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Krakow, Mercy Brown. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,099 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like TRZCINA Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Poland!

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Experiences

Day 3 – Krakow and Oświęcim

Day 3

Day 3 – Krakow and Oświęcim

  • Krakow
  • Oświęcim
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Drive 82 km, 1 hour 57 min

  • St. Florian's Gate
  • Botanic Garden of the Jagiellonian University
  • Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
  • Henryk Jordan Park
  • Kościuszko Mound
  • More

Day 3 of your road trip through Poland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Oświęcim for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Krakow is the amazing St. Florian's Gate. This attraction is a city gate that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,798 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible architectural structure, Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,059 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Krakow is the outstanding Henryk Jordan Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 12,048 visitors.

The spectacular Kościuszko Mound is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating mound and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,737 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Poland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Oświęcim, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Chata na Zaborskiej Restauracja, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oświęcim. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,790 customers.

Locals also recommend Portobello Ristorante as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oświęcim. Portobello Ristorante is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,542 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oświęcim is La Rossa Restauracja & Sale Weselne. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,565 customers.

After dinner, visit Kula Hula, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oświęcim. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 635 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kafka&Ciacho. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 111 customers.

Alternatively, Pub Arkada is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Oświęcim. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Poland!

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Experiences

Day 4 – Katowice and Krakow

Day 4

Day 4 – Katowice and Krakow

  • Silesian Voivodeship
  • Zabrze
  • Dąbrowa Górnicza
  • Krakow
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Drive 192 km, 3 hours 17 min

  • Nikiszowiec Historic Mining District
  • Silesian Museum
  • Kosciuszko Park
  • Guido Mine and Coal Mining Museum
  • Molo na Pogorii III
  • More

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Silesian Museum. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,361 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Krakow is another excellent way to spend your new day in Poland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Poland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Poland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Poland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Silesian Museum for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,361 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Molo na Pogorii III. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,875 visitors, this must-see tourist destination deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Krakow.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Multi Qlti Tap Bar | Craft Beer, one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,020 customers.

Locals also recommend Kogel Mogel Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. Kogel Mogel Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,498 customers.

After dinner, visit Omerta, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Krakow. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,315 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cybermachina Game Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,270 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Poland!

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Day 5 – Krakow - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Krakow - departure day

  • Krakow - Departure day
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  • Planty Park
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Day 5 of your road trip in Poland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Krakow before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Planty Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Krakow. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,414 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Krakow and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Poland.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Krakow at Miód Malina Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,703 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Cybermachina Game Pub for your last chance at a meal in the city of Krakow. The Cybermachina Game Pub restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,270 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Krakow. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Poland!

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