8-Day Poland Road Trip from Warsaw traveling south to Łódź and Krakow
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 8-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 Warsaw, 1 night in Łódź, and 3 nights in Krakow, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Poland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Warsaw, Łódź, and Krakow. We'll help you experience the best 8 days in Poland you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Warsaw, 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 Łazienki Park and Palace of Culture and Science.
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 Copernicus Science Centre to the breathtaking Royal Castle and Manufaktura, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Old town Market Square in Krakow and learn more about the unique Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Warsaw, Łódź, and Krakow, 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 7 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 7 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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Day 1 – Warsaw - arrival day
Day 1 – Warsaw - arrival day
- Warsaw - Arrival day
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- Saxon Garden
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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.
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, Stary Dom. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,942 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw is Restauracja Różana. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,148 customers.
Locals recommend Soul Kitchen 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 2,638 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 PiwPaw Beer Heaven. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,034 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Poland!
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Day 2 – Warsaw
Day 2 – Warsaw
- Warsaw
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Drive 34 km, 1 hour 20 min
- Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze
- Old Town Market Square in Warsaw
- Copernicus Science Centre
- Łazienki Park
- Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanów
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You still have 2 nights left in Warsaw.
One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 39,805 visitors.
Old Town Market Square in Warsaw is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,366 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Copernicus Science Centre. This amazing attraction is a science museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,411 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Łazienki Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 81,258 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 Warsaw.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw, like Stara Kamienica. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.
N31 Restaurant & Bar is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Warsaw. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Warsaw, Coctail Bar Max & Dom Whisky. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,448 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Pacyfik. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,250 customers.
Kraken Rum Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,237 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Poland!
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Day 3 – Warsaw and Łódź
Day 3 – Warsaw and Łódź
- Warsaw
- Łódź
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Drive 143 km, 2 hours 12 min
- Palace of Culture and Science
- City Zoological Garden in Warsaw
- Royal Castle
- Warsaw Uprising Museum
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Day 3 of your road trip through Poland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Łódź for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Warsaw is the amazing Palace of Culture and Science. This attraction is a palace that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 66,944 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible royal palace, Royal Castle. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,604 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Warsaw is the outstanding Warsaw Uprising Museum. This popular architectural structure and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,837 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 Łódź, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
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.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Poland!
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Day 4 – Łódź and Krakow
Day 4 – Łódź and Krakow
- Łódź
- Częstochowa
- Krakow
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Drive 265 km, 4 hours 37 min
- Manufaktura
- Piłsudskiego Park
- Jasna Góra
- Ogrodzieniec Castle
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You’ll stay in Krakow for 3 nights.
One of the best places to explore today is Manufaktura. This excellent attraction is a shopping center that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 81,596 visitors.
Around 15,365 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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. 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 Jasna Góra for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a hill and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 40,483 visitors.
This outstanding architectural structure has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,186 travelers.
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, Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,520 customers.
Locals recommend Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck as one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,682 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow is Piwnica Pod Baranami. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Krakow, Nowy Kraftowy. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.
You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Eszeweria. This bar has an average rating 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!
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Day 5 – Krakow
Day 5 – Krakow
- Wieliczka
- Krakow
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Drive 237 km, 4 hours 7 min
- Ojcowski National Park Museum
- Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Memorial and Museum Auschwitz I
- Memorial and Museum Auschwitz II-Birkenau
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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 Ojcowski National Park Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 22,507 visitors.
Wieliczka Salt Mine is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,464 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Memorial and Museum Auschwitz I. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,987 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Memorial and Museum Auschwitz II-Birkenau. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,223 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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Day 6 – Krakow
Day 6 – Krakow
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Drive 23 km, 1 hour 4 min
- Wawel Cathedral
- Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection
- Henryk Jordan Park
- Krakow Zoo
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You still have 1 night 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 Henryk Jordan Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 12,048 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 Multi Qlti Tap Bar | Craft Beer. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,020 customers.
Kogel Mogel Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Krakow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,498 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Krakow, Omerta. 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 that locals recommend, like Cybermachina Game Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,270 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Poland!
Experiences
Day 7 – Krakow and Warsaw
Day 7 – Krakow and Warsaw
- Krakow
- Warsaw
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Drive 297 km, 3 hours 44 min
- Old town Market Square in Krakow
- St Mary's Basilica
- Planty Park
- Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Warsaw. You’ll stay in Warsaw 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 Old town Market Square in Krakow. This much-appreciated market square and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,340 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating St. Mary's Basilica. This church building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,063 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Planty Park to make the most of your road trip across Poland. The spectacular Planty Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,414 visitors.
The lovely Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 20,059 visitors have left this architectural structure average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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 Warsaw. Warsaw 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 Woda Ognista. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,044 reviews.
The remarkable Krutoy Lounge is another top restaurant in Warsaw we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.
If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Polana Smaków – restauracja Andrzeja Polana Imprezy okolicznościowe Catering is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 502 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Warsaw, the fantastic Panorama Sky Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,441 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bar Studio. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,800 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is Zamieszanie - cocktail bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,522 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Poland!
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Day 8 – Warsaw - departure day
Day 8 – Warsaw - departure day
- Warsaw - Departure day
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- Vistula Boulevards
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Day 8 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.
Vistula Boulevards is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Warsaw. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,904 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 Zapiecek before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,850 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!
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