7-Day Poland road trip from Gdańsk to Olsztyn, Warsaw, and Łódź

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

Gdańsk has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Neptune's Fountain. This attraction is a fountain and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,360 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 Gdańsk, MANNA 68 - restauracja wegańska. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,146 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Gdańsk is OSTRO. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,787 customers.

Locals recommend Mała Sztuka Cocktail Bar - Gdańsk Śródmieście as one of the best restaurants in the city of Gdańsk. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 971 customers.

Gdańsk also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Gdańsk is Pułapka. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,956 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Gdańsk is Łąka Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,551 customers.

Locals also enjoy Wiśniewski. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,376 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 Gdańsk. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Olsztyn. You’ll stay in Olsztyn for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Gdańsk’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Gdańsk, start your day with a visit to the amazing Museum of World War II in Gdańsk. This much-appreciated military museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 40,942 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Oliwski Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 31,331 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Zoo Gdańsk to make the most of your road trip across Poland. The spectacular Zoo Gdańsk is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,900 visitors.

The lovely Westerplatte is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,767 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Gdańsk has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Olsztyn. Olsztyn 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 Cudne Manowce. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,816 reviews.

The remarkable Karczma Nad Łyną is another top restaurant in Olsztyn we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,164 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restauracja Sirocco Olsztyn is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 670 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Olsztyn, the fantastic Irish Pub Carpenter Inn. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,316 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Vinyl Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Česká Republika Olsztyn. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,547 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 Olsztyn and embark on a scenic drive to Warsaw, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Olsztyn 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 Olsztyn. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful City Zoological Garden in Warsaw. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 45,708 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Royal Castle. This attraction, a beloved royal palace, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 46,604 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Olsztyn is the stunning Old Town Market Square in Warsaw. This square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,366 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated jewish museum in Olsztyn. The popular Museum of the History of Polish Jews 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 17,692 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city. It’s estimated around 450,000 people visit this attraction each year.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Stary Dom. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,942 customers.

Locals also recommend Restauracja Różana, another of the best restaurants in Warsaw. Restauracja Różana is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,148 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Soul Kitchen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,638 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Woda Ognista to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Warsaw, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Krutoy Lounge. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Krutoy Lounge has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Pianka | restauracja całodobowa 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 5,757 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!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Warsaw, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Warsaw.

Today you'll explore the city of Warsaw. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanów. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 24,248 visitors.

Palace on the Isle is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Warsaw. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 17,236 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Warsaw is Łazienki Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 81,258 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 39,805 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Park Szczęśliwicki. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,298 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.

Locals enjoy Restauracja Akademia, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Warsaw. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,052 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Warsaw, PiwPaw Beer Heaven. 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 that locals recommend, like Coctail Bar Max & Dom Whisky. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,448 customers.

Bar Pacyfik 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 2,250 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Poland!

Day 5 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 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 park, Saxon Garden. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,161 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Warsaw is the outstanding Copernicus Science Centre. This popular science museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,411 visitors.

The spectacular Vistula Boulevards 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 11,904 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 Caffe Przy Ulicy as one of the best restaurants in the city of Łódź. Caffe Przy Ulicy is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,372 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Łódź is Złoty Imbir. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,599 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 6 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 Gdańsk. You’ll stay in Gdańsk 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 Manufaktura. This much-appreciated shopping center and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 81,596 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Piłsudskiego Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,365 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular OFF Piotrkowska to make the most of your road trip across Poland. The spectacular OFF Piotrkowska is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,777 visitors.

The lovely Rosa's Passage is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,650 visitors have left this installation artwork average ratings of 4.8 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 Gdańsk. Gdańsk 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 Fino. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 666 reviews.

The remarkable Wine Bar "Literacka" is another top restaurant in Gdańsk we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 630 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Maciuś. Bar. Is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Gdańsk, the fantastic Pub Pixel. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,353 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Flisak '76. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,181 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Craft Cocktails - Cocktail Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 989 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 in Poland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Gdańsk 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.

Złota Brama is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Gdańsk. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,225 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Gdańsk at Gambas Seafood&Meat before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend AïOLI inspired by Gdańsk for your last chance at a meal in the city of Gdańsk. The AïOLI inspired by Gdańsk restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,050 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Chleb i Wino Chmielna Gdańsk Restauracja. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,150 customers.

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