Cheap 10-Day Poland Road Trip Vacation around Krakow to Zakopane and Rybnik

You'll pick up your rental car in Krakow and begin your adventure in Poland.

Krakow is a popular cheap holiday destination in Poland with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Krakow and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Old town Market Square in Krakow will make your cheap holiday in Poland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating market square that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 151,340 visitors.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Krakow. An excellent example is the popular Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,520 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Poland is Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Piwnica Pod Baranami. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,916 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Nowy Kraftowy is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,066 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Krakow we recommend is Eszeweria, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,522 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Poland!

Today's agenda is to explore Krakow and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 4 nights left in Krakow.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Henryk Jordan Park. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 12,048 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection. This spectacular museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 141,574 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Wawel Cathedral during a vacation in Krakow. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Wawel Cathedral has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 29,793 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Poland is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Planty Park. This popular place of interest in Krakow is a valued park that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 20,414 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Krakow when you include the fantastic St. Florian's Gate to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating city gate with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,798 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Poland more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Krakow, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Krakow for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Nowy Kraftowy is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,066 customers.

Szynk is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Krakow. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 686 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at House of Beer, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 6,362 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Krakow, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Krakow.

Mercy Brown is a fantastic bar many locals in Krakow recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,099 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at TRZCINA Bar, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 707 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Poland!

Today's agenda is to explore Krakow and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 3 nights left in Krakow.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Rynek miejski w Rzeszowie. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 6,346 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Studnia na rzeszowskim rynku. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,166 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Łańcut Castle during a vacation in Krakow. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Łańcut Castle has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 10,925 reviews.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Poland more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Krakow, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Krakow for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Multi Qlti Tap Bar | Craft Beer is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,020 customers.

Kogel Mogel Restaurant is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Krakow. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,498 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Krakow, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Krakow.

Omerta is a fantastic bar many locals in Krakow recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,315 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Cybermachina Game Pub, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,270 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Poland!

Today's agenda is to explore Krakow and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Krakow.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Multimedia Fountain Rzeszow. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 6,197 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Lubomirski Castle in Rzeszów. This spectacular top-tier point of interest and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,090 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Park of Culture and Recreation during a vacation in Krakow. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Park of Culture and Recreation has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,568 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Poland is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Nature Reserve: Lisia Góra. This popular place of interest in Krakow is a valued park that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 2,511 visitors.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Poland more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Krakow, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Krakow for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Miód Malina Restaurant is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,703 customers.

Cybermachina Game Pub is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Krakow. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,270 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Krakow, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Krakow.

Old Town Restaurant and Wine Bar is a fantastic bar many locals in Krakow recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,442 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Strefa Piwa, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,421 customers.

Craftownia is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Krakow. Customers have rated the exciting Craftownia an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,398 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Poland!

Day 5 of your self-drive vacation in Poland gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Zakopane for 2 nights. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Poland.

While you’re in Krakow, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Wieliczka Salt Mine. The fantastic Wieliczka Salt Mine is a popular salt mine and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 23,464 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Pieniński Park Narodowy, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.9 out of a 5 star-rating from 16,615 travelers.

The top-rated Zamek Dunajec w Niedzicy is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular museum and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 22,002 travelers.

Make Pieniński Park Narodowy your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 16,615 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Nowy Targ County is the outstanding Zamek Dunajec w Niedzicy. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,002 visitors, this remarkable museum and attraction deserves a spot on your Poland travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Przełom Białki. This attraction, a stunning nature reserve, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,352 travelers.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Poland. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Poland and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Zakopane. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Zakopane, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try STRH Bistro Art Cafe, one of the best restaurants in Zakopane. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,922 customers.

La Playa Beach Bar & ChillOut Lounge is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. La Playa Beach Bar & ChillOut Lounge is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,365 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at "Na Końcu Świata" Bar, another well-loved restaurant in Zakopane. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 712 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Poland.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Zakopane, Restauracja Stek Chałupa | Krupówki Zakopane. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,897 bar goers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Poland. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Poland!

Today's agenda is to explore Krakow and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Zakopane.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Krupówki. This incredible attraction is a street that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 29,994 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating The Great Krokiew. This spectacular top-tier point of interest and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 38,947 reviews.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Poland more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Krakow, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Zakopane for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,870 customers.

Karczma Zapiecek is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Zakopane. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,638 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Gazdowo Kuźnia, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 9,890 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Zakopane, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Zakopane.

Restauracja Góralski Browar | Zakopane - Krupówki is a fantastic bar many locals in Zakopane recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,453 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Sport Corner Restauracja | Pub, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,200 customers.

Cafe Piano Zakopane is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Zakopane. Customers have rated the exciting Cafe Piano Zakopane an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 939 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Poland!

On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Poland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Krakow and end your day in the city of Rybnik, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Krakow is the amazing Rynek w Wiśle. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,032 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Zapora Wisła Czarne. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,101 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Krakow is likely to make your vacation in Poland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Krakow is the outstanding The ski resort of Nowa Osada. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,044 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Poland, drop by the popular Zamek Cieszyn. This attraction, an amazing cultural institution, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,779 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Poland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Poland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Poland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Poland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rybnik. Rybnik is another cheap travel destination in Poland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Poland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Rybnik that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Rybnik is Santorini. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,598 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Rybnik, Japan Sun is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,273 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Tu i Teraz - Burger and Cake. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Rybnik enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,229 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Rybnik’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Poland. For example, you can visit Restauracja Patio Sushi. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 537 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Pub Żelazna. This popular bar in Rybnik has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 504 bar-goers.

You can also go to Pub Spółdzielczy Rybnik as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Pub Spółdzielczy Rybnik is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 122 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Poland!

Today's agenda is to explore Krakow and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Rybnik.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Szczytnicki Park. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 28,513 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Market Square. This spectacular square and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 72,685 reviews.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Poland more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Krakow, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Rybnik for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Batumi Restauracja Kuchni Wschodniej is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 875 customers.

Restauracja Patio Sushi is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Rybnik. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Tu i Teraz przy Rynku, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 524 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Rybnik, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Rybnik.

Chata "Śląska" is a fantastic bar many locals in Rybnik recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 102 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Celtic Pub, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 440 customers.

Cadillac Pub is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Rybnik. Customers have rated the exciting Cadillac Pub an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 167 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Poland!

Day 9 of your road trip across Poland offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Krakow and the enchanting Chorzów, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Krakow and end the day in Chorzów, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 9 of your affordable vacation in Poland will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Krakow is the magnificent Jasna Góra. Around 40,483 visitors have rated this excellent hill and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Ogrodzieniec Castle on this leg of your self-drive tour in Poland. This attraction is a well-known architectural structure that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 30,186 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Poland. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Poland. Make your cheap holiday experience in Poland more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Krakow offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Poland. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Krakow offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Poland.

Restauracja Pod Baranem | Rok zal. 1997 is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,640 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Krakow is Pierwszy Stopień Restaurant, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,351 customers.

Szara Gęś w Kuchni Restaurant offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Krakow. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,451 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Krakow’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

W Starej Kuchni Restaurant is an excellent example of a great bar in Krakow offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,486 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Dobry Kumpel, another of locals’ go-to bars in Krakow. Dobry Kumpel is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,122 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Czeczotka | Bar Koktajlowy is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Krakow. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,259 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Poland with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Poland!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Poland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Krakow.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Poland.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Krakow is the remarkable Szczepański Square in Kraków. This square and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,601 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Krakow and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Poland!