5-Day Poland Road Trip from Krakow traveling south to Rybnik and Zakopane

Your road trip adventure in Poland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Krakow. You’ll stay in Krakow for 2 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 5-day vacation in Poland!

Day 2 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 Krakow and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Rybnik. You will stay in Rybnik 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 Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,574 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible cathedral, Wawel Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,793 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Krakow is the outstanding Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory. This popular architectural structure and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,059 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.

You can make the most of your new day in Krakow 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 Rybnik, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Santorini, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rybnik. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,598 customers.

Locals also recommend Japan Sun as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rybnik. Japan Sun is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,273 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rybnik is Tu i Teraz - Burger and Cake. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers.

After dinner, visit Pub Żelazna, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rybnik. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 504 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Pub Spółdzielczy Rybnik. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 122 customers.

Alternatively, Celtic Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rybnik. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 440 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Poland. Today, you'll wake up in Rybnik 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 Rybnik and Zakopane 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 Rybnik. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Market Square in Rybnik. This attraction is a market square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,423 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Rybnik 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 Zakopane has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable 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.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Kasprowy Wierch Cable Railway - Ground Station. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,562 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Zapora Pod Nosalem. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,445 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Zakopane, 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 Zakopane and the hamlet of Gumolaste. You’ll stay in Krakow for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Zakopane today is Krupówki. This excellent attraction is a street that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 29,994 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Sarnia Skała, an outstanding mountain, in the town of Zakopane. Around 5,549 travelers rated this attraction with 4.9 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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the town, 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’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, Szynk. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 686 customers.

Locals recommend Pod Wawelem Kompania Kuflowa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. Pod Wawelem Kompania Kuflowa is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,600 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow is Kolanko No 6 Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,171 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Krakow, TRZCINA Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Alchemia. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,305 customers.

House of 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 6,362 customers.

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

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 Beer House before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,931 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend C. K. Browar | Bar & Restaurant | Est. 1996 for your last chance at a meal in the city of Krakow. The C. K. Browar | Bar & Restaurant | Est. 1996 restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,761 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Wesoła Cafe. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,905 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!