7-Day Poland Road Trip from Warsaw traveling south to Kielce, Zakopane, Krakow, and Łódź

Your road trip adventure in Poland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Warsaw. You’ll stay in Warsaw for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Warsaw has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Saxon Garden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,161 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. 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 Warsaw, Soul Kitchen. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,638 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw is Stara Kamienica. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.

Locals recommend N31 Restaurant & Bar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.

Warsaw also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Warsaw is Woda Ognista. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Warsaw is Krutoy Lounge. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Locals also enjoy Pianka | restauracja całodobowa. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,757 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Poland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Poland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Warsaw. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kielce. You’ll stay in Kielce for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Warsaw’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Warsaw, start your day with a visit to the amazing Palace of Culture and Science. This much-appreciated palace and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 66,944 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Royal Castle. This royal palace and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 46,604 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Old Town Market Square in Warsaw to make the most of your road trip across Poland. The spectacular Old Town Market Square in Warsaw is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,366 visitors.

The lovely Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 39,805 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Copernicus Science Centre. This attraction is a science museum rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 50,411 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Warsaw has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kielce. Kielce offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Restauracja U Kucharzy Kielce. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 2,281 reviews.

The remarkable Żółty Słoń is another top restaurant in Kielce we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,034 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restauracja PoRzeczka is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,981 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Kielce, the fantastic Craft Beer PUB. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Klubokawiarnia Quest. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Irish Pub Shoemaker. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,115 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Poland!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Poland. Today, you'll wake up in Kielce and embark on a scenic drive to Zakopane, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kielce and Krakow before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Kielce. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful The Great Krokiew. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 38,947 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Zakopane and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Krakow has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Old town Market Square in Krakow. This attraction is a market square that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 151,340 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 141,574 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Wawel Cathedral. This cathedral and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,793 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Krakow, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Zakopane. When you arrive in Zakopane you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like STRH Bistro Art Cafe. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,922 customers.

Locals also recommend La Playa Beach Bar & ChillOut Lounge, another of the best restaurants in Zakopane. La Playa Beach Bar & ChillOut Lounge is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at "Na Końcu Świata" Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 712 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Restauracja Stek Chałupa | Krupówki Zakopane to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Zakopane, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,897 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restauracja Góralski Browar | Zakopane - Krupówki. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restauracja Góralski Browar | Zakopane - Krupówki has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,453 customers.

Sport Corner Restauracja | Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Poland, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Niedzica and the city of Tylka. You’ll stay in Krakow for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the village of Niedzica today is Zamek Dunajec w Niedzicy. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,002 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Poland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the village, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Poland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Pieniński Park Narodowy for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Tylka. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 16,615 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow, Szalone Widelce. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,814 customers.

Locals recommend Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas as one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas 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 has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,682 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Krakow, Piwnica Pod Baranami. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Nowy Kraftowy. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.

Eszeweria is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Krakow. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,522 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Poland with a toast!

Day 5 of your road trip through Poland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Chorzów and the city of Częstochowa. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Chorzów is the amazing Silesian Zoological Park. This attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 27,424 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Rosarium. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,139 visitors.

Chorzowskie Centrum Kultury is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Chorzów. This well-known attraction, a spectacular top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 2,184 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Chorzów 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 Jasna Góra in the city of Częstochowa for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a hill and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 40,483 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ato Ramen, one of the best restaurants in the city of Łódź. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,123 customers.

Locals also recommend Złoty Imbir as one of the best restaurants in the city of Łódź. Złoty Imbir is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,599 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Łódź is Señoritas Restaurant & Lounge. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,293 customers.

After dinner, visit Bawełna, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Łódź. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,111 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like That's it. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Alternatively, Spaleni Słońcem is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Łódź. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 790 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip through Poland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Łódź and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Warsaw. You will stay in Warsaw for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Łódź is the amazing Rosa's Passage. This attraction is an installation artwork that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,650 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible shopping center, Manufaktura. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 81,596 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Łódź is the outstanding Piłsudskiego Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,365 visitors.

The spectacular OFF Piotrkowska is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,777 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Park Źródliska in Łódź. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,482 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Łódź by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. 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 Warsaw, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Polana Smaków – restauracja Andrzeja Polana Imprezy okolicznościowe Catering, one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 502 customers.

Locals also recommend Hard Rock Cafe Warsaw as one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. Hard Rock Cafe Warsaw is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,955 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw is Zapiecek. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,850 customers.

After dinner, visit PiwPaw Beer Heaven, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,034 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Coctail Bar Max & Dom Whisky. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,448 customers.

Alternatively, Bar Pacyfik is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,250 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip in Poland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Warsaw 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.

Łazienki Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Warsaw. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 81,258 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Warsaw at Stary Dom before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,942 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend ČESKÁ beer restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Warsaw. The ČESKÁ beer restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,765 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try GOŚCINIEC Polskie Pierogi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,255 customers.

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