10-Day Poland Road Trip from Krakow traveling east to Zakopane, Rzeszow, Lublin, Warsaw, Łódź, and Kielce

Your road trip adventure in Poland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Krakow. You’ll stay in Krakow for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

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.

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 Krakow, Szalone Widelce. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,814 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow is Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas. This restaurant is rated an average 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. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,682 customers.

Krakow also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Krakow is Piwnica Pod Baranami. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Krakow is Nowy Kraftowy. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.

Locals also enjoy Eszeweria. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,522 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Poland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Krakow has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Krakow by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Krakow. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Krakow, like the extraordinary Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory. This attraction is an architectural structure and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,059 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Krakow is the spectacular Wawel Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,793 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,574 visitors.

Kościuszko Mound is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This mound is a popular destination among visitors in Krakow. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,737 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Krakow does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Krakow on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Poland, be sure to eat at Szynk, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 686 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Krakow is the popular Pod Wawelem Kompania Kuflowa. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,600 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Krakow is Kolanko No 6 Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,171 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, TRZCINA Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Krakow for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

Alchemia is another of the most popular bars in the city of Krakow. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,305 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Krakow is House of Beer. House of Beer has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,362 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Krakow!

Day 3 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 Zakopane and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Zakopane. You will stay in Zakopane for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Zakopane is the amazing The Great Krokiew. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 38,947 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Kasprowy Wierch Cable Railway - Ground Station. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,562 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Zakopane is the outstanding Krupówki. This popular street and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 29,994 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Zakopane 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 Zakopane, where you will access the best hotels and 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 the city of Zakopane. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,922 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zakopane is "Na Końcu Świata" Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 712 customers.

After dinner, visit Restauracja Stek Chałupa | Krupówki Zakopane, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zakopane. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,453 customers.

Alternatively, Sport Corner Restauracja | Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Zakopane. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,200 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip through Poland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Nowa Biała and the city of Chabówka. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the village of Nowa Biała is the amazing Przełom Białki. This attraction is a nature reserve and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,352 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nowa Biała 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 Chabówka railway museum in the city of Chabówka for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an open-air museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,497 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Irish Pub Galway, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rzeszow. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,200 customers.

Locals also recommend Kawa Rzeszowska as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rzeszow. Kawa Rzeszowska is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,353 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rzeszow is Restauracja włoska ORO RISTORANTE. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 649 customers.

After dinner, visit Cybermachina, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rzeszow. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like “Stara Drukarnia” Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 546 customers.

Alternatively, CHILITA Pizza e Pasta Coctail Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rzeszow. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,194 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Poland. Today, you'll wake up in Rzeszów and embark on a scenic drive to Lublin, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Rzeszów 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 Rzeszów. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Saxon Garden. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,454 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Multimedia Fountain. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,741 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Rzeszów is the stunning Lithuanian Square. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,530 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated museum in Rzeszów. The popular National Museum in Lublin is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,468 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

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 Lublin Krakowska Gate. This attraction is a gate rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 7,639 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Perłowa Pijalnia Piwa. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,486 customers.

Locals also recommend Św. Michał - pub regionalny, another of the best restaurants in Lublin. Św. Michał - pub regionalny is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,268 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Koper Włoski u Braci Mazur. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,340 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Queen Mama to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lublin, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,669 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Czarna Owca Gastro Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Czarna Owca Gastro Pub has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

Pub u Szewca is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 973 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 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 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 City Zoological Garden in Warsaw. This much-appreciated zoo and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 45,708 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Copernicus Science Centre. This science museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,411 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Łazienki Park to make the most of your road trip across Poland. The spectacular Łazienki Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 81,258 visitors.

The lovely Palace of Culture and Science is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 66,944 visitors have left this palace average ratings of 4.6 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 Soul Kitchen. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,638 reviews.

The remarkable Stara Kamienica is another top restaurant in Warsaw we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous N31 Restaurant & Bar is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Warsaw, the fantastic Woda Ognista. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Krutoy Lounge. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Pianka | restauracja całodobowa. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,757 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Poland!

Day 7 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 Warsaw and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Łódź. 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 Saxon Garden. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,161 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 Old Town Market Square in Warsaw. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,366 visitors.

The spectacular Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 39,805 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Warsaw Uprising Museum. This attraction is a popular architectural structure that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,837 visitors. Warsaw Uprising Museum hosts around 416,000 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

You can make the most of your new day in Warsaw 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 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.

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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Poland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Łódź. 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 Łódź’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Łódź, start your day with a visit to the amazing Rosa's Passage. This much-appreciated installation artwork and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,650 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Manufaktura. This shopping center and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 81,596 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Piłsudskiego Park to make the most of your road trip across Poland. The spectacular Piłsudskiego Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,365 visitors.

The lovely OFF Piotrkowska is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 10,777 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest 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 Park Źródliska in Łódź. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 7,482 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Łódź 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!

Day 9 of your road trip will take you to the city of Kielce and the city of Chęciny. You’ll stay in Krakow for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Kielce today is Kadzielnia Nature Reserve. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,523 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Stanisław Staszic Municipal Park, an outstanding park, in the city of Kielce. Around 3,226 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Kielce is Market Square in Kielce. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,055 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 city, 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 Royal Castle in Chęciny for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Chęciny. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,685 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, Beer House. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,931 customers.

Locals recommend C. K. Browar | Bar & Restaurant | Est. 1996 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. C. K. Browar | Bar & Restaurant | Est. 1996 is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,761 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow is Wesoła Cafe. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,905 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Krakow, Pijalnia Czekolady E. Wedel. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,501 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Singer. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,237 customers.

Multi Qlti Tap Bar | Craft Beer is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Krakow. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,020 customers.

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

Day 10 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’ll then say farewell to Krakow. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Poland!