9-Day Poland road trip from Warsaw to Łódź, Legnica, Krakow, and Rybnik
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 9-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, 1 night in Legnica, 2 nights in Krakow, and 1 night in Rybnik, 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, Legnica, Krakow, and Rybnik. We'll help you experience the best 9 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 have 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 Manufaktura to the breathtaking Old town Market Square in Krakow and Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection, 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 Market Square and learn more about the unique Wrocław Zoological Garden to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Warsaw, Łódź, Legnica, Krakow, and Rybnik, 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 8 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 8 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. 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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Your road trip adventure in Poland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Warsaw. You’ll stay in Warsaw for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
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.
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 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 Pianka | restauracja całodobowa. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,757 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Poland!
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Day 2 – Warsaw
Day 2 – Warsaw
- Warsaw
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Drive 25 km, 1 hour 8 min
- Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze
- Old Town Market Square in Warsaw
- Royal Castle
- Copernicus Science Centre
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On day 2 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 2 nights 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 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 in the city of Warsaw. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,366 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Warsaw is Royal Castle. This amazing attraction is a royal palace and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,604 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Copernicus Science Centre. This science museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,411 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!
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Day 3 – Łódź
Day 3 – Łódź
- Łódź
- Warsaw
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Drive 145 km, 2 hours 24 min
- Palace of Culture and Science
- City Zoological Garden in Warsaw
- Warsaw Uprising Museum
- Manufaktura
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Poland. Today, you'll wake up in Warsaw and embark on a scenic drive to Łódź, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Warsaw 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 Warsaw. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Palace of Culture and Science. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 66,944 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible City Zoological Garden in Warsaw. This attraction, a beloved zoo, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 45,708 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Warsaw is the stunning Warsaw Uprising Museum. This architectural structure and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,837 visitors. Approximately 416,000 travelers come to Warsaw every year to see this fascinating attraction.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Manufaktura. This attraction is a shopping center that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 81,596 visitors.
We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Ato Ramen. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,123 customers.
Locals also recommend Caffe Przy Ulicy, another of the best restaurants in Łódź. Caffe Przy Ulicy is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,372 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Złoty Imbir. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,599 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
After dinner, visit Bawełna to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Łódź, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. That's it has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.
Spaleni Słońcem 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 790 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!
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Day 4 – Wrocław and Legnica
Day 4 – Wrocław and Legnica
- Wroclaw
- Legnica County
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Drive 303 km, 4 hours 6 min
- Wrocław Zoological Garden
- Market Square
- Kolejkowo
- Sky Tower
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Day 4 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 Wrocław and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Legnica. You will stay in Legnica for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Wrocław is the amazing Wrocław Zoological Garden. This attraction is a zoo that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 100,195 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible square, Market Square. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 72,685 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Wrocław is the outstanding Kolejkowo. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 12,414 visitors.
The spectacular Sky Tower is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating shopping mall and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 36,433 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Wrocław 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 Legnica, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restauracja Stacja Gliwicka, one of the best restaurants in the city of Legnica. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 583 customers.
Locals also recommend Tradycja | Restauracja Po Polsku as one of the best restaurants in the city of Legnica. Tradycja | Restauracja Po Polsku is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Legnica is KFC Legnica Piekary. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 965 customers.
After dinner, visit Art Cafe Modjeska, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Legnica. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 236 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ministerstwo Śledzia i Wódki. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 724 customers.
Alternatively, Pijalnia wódki i piwa is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Legnica. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 368 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Poland!
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Day 5 – Chorzów and Krakow
Day 5 – Chorzów and Krakow
- Chorzów
- Krakow
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Drive 349 km, 4 hours 22 min
- Silesian Zoological Park
- Rosarium
- Szyb Prezydent
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Poland. Today, you'll wake up in Legnica and embark on a scenic drive to Krakow, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Legnica 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 Legnica. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Silesian Zoological Park. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 27,424 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Rosarium. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,139 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Legnica is the stunning Szyb Prezydent. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,275 visitors.
We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Szalone Widelce. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,814 customers.
Locals also recommend Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas, another of the best restaurants in Krakow. Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,520 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,682 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
After dinner, visit Piwnica Pod Baranami to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Krakow, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Nowy Kraftowy. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Nowy Kraftowy has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.
Eszeweria is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,522 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!
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Day 6 – Krakow
Day 6 – Krakow
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Drive 22 km, 1 hour
- Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
- Wawel Cathedral
- Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection
- Kościuszko Mound
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On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Krakow, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Krakow.
Today you'll explore the city of Krakow. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory. This incredible attraction is an architectural structure and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,059 visitors.
Wawel Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Krakow. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,793 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Krakow is Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,574 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Kościuszko Mound. This mound and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,737 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 Szynk. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 686 customers.
Kolanko No 6 Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Krakow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,171 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, TRZCINA Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Pod Wawelem Kompania Kuflowa. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,600 customers.
Alchemia is another of the best bars in the city of Krakow. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,305 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Poland!
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Day 7 – Ojców and Rybnik
Day 7 – Ojców and Rybnik
- Krakow
- Rybnik
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Drive 157 km, 2 hours 37 min
- Old town Market Square in Krakow
- The Cloth Hall
- St Mary's Basilica
- Planty Park
- Ojcowski National Park Museum
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Day 7 of your road trip through Poland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Krakow and the city of Ojców. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!
One of the best places to visit in the city of Krakow is the amazing Old town Market Square in Krakow. This attraction is a market square and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,340 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Sukiennice. This cloth hall and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,749 visitors.
St. Mary's Basilica is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Krakow. This well-known attraction, a spectacular church building, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 15,063 reviews.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Krakow is Planty Park. This attraction is an amazing park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,414 visitors.
Joining a top-rated tour in Krakow 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 Ojcowski National Park Museum in the city of Ojców for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,507 visitors.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Rybnik.
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!
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Day 8 – Warsaw
Day 8 – Warsaw
- Rybnik
- Warsaw
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Drive 351 km, 3 hours 55 min
- Market Square in Rybnik
- Park tematyczny nad Nacyną im Adama Fudalego w Rybniku
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Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Poland. Today, you'll wake up in Rybnik and embark on a scenic drive to Warsaw, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Rybnik and Żory 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.
You could also stop at the incredible Park tematyczny nad Nacyną im. Adama Fudalego w Rybniku. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,639 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 Żory has to offer.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Park Cegielnia. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,807 visitors.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Żory, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Warsaw. When you arrive in Warsaw 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 Polana Smaków – restauracja Andrzeja Polana Imprezy okolicznościowe Catering. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 502 customers.
Locals also recommend Hard Rock Cafe Warsaw, another of the best restaurants in Warsaw. Hard Rock Cafe Warsaw is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,955 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Zapiecek. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,850 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
After dinner, visit Kraken Rum Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Warsaw, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,237 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Panorama Sky Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Panorama Sky Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,441 customers.
Resort Warszawa is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,124 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!
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Day 9 – Warsaw - departure day
Day 9 – Warsaw - departure day
- Warsaw - Departure day
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- Łazienki Park
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Day 9 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.
Łazienki Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Warsaw. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 81,258 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 ČESKÁ beer restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,765 customers.
Alternatively, we also recommend GOŚCINIEC Polskie Pierogi for your last chance at a meal in the city of Warsaw. The GOŚCINIEC Polskie Pierogi restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,255 customers.
If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Zapiecek. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,567 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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