9-Day Poland Road Trip from Warsaw to Olsztyn, Elbląg, Łódź, and Krakow and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in Poland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Warsaw. You’ll stay in Warsaw for 4 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!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Warsaw has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Warsaw 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 Warsaw. 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 Warsaw, like the extraordinary Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 39,805 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Warsaw is the spectacular Old Town Market Square in Warsaw. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,366 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Royal Castle. This royal palace has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,604 visitors.

Warsaw Uprising Museum is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This architectural structure is a popular destination among visitors in Warsaw. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,837 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 416,000 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Palace of Culture and Science. Palace of Culture and Science is a palace and popular attraction in Warsaw. More than 66,944 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Warsaw does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Warsaw 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 Stara Kamienica, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Warsaw is the popular N31 Restaurant & Bar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Warsaw is Restauracja Akademia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,052 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, PiwPaw Beer Heaven is one of the best bars in the city of Warsaw for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,034 customers.

Coctail Bar Max & Dom Whisky is another of the most popular bars in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,448 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Warsaw is Bar Pacyfik. Bar Pacyfik has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,250 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Warsaw has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Warsaw 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 Warsaw. 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 Warsaw, like the extraordinary City Zoological Garden in Warsaw. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 45,708 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Warsaw is the spectacular Copernicus Science Centre. This attraction is a science museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,411 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Łazienki Park. This park has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 81,258 visitors.

Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanów is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Warsaw. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 24,248 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Warsaw does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Warsaw 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 Polana Smaków – restauracja Andrzeja Polana Imprezy okolicznościowe Catering, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 502 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Warsaw is the popular Hard Rock Cafe Warsaw. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,955 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Warsaw is Zapiecek. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,850 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Kraken Rum Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Warsaw for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,237 customers.

Panorama Sky Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,441 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Warsaw is Resort Warszawa. Resort Warszawa has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,124 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Poland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Olsztyn. 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 Olsztyn’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Olsztyn, start your day with a visit to the amazing Olsztyn Cathedral. This much-appreciated church building and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,343 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Upper Gate in the Old Town. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,123 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Olsztyn 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!

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

One of the best places to visit today in Olsztyn is the amazing Central Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,743 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Studnia Smaków, one of the best restaurants in the city of Elbląg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,999 customers.

Locals also recommend Oliwka Pizzeria i Restauracja as one of the best restaurants in the city of Elbląg. Oliwka Pizzeria i Restauracja is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,900 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Elbląg is Restauracja Stara Karczma. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,904 customers.

After dinner, visit Specjal Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Elbląg. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Garam Masala Indyjska Restauracja Elbląg. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,408 customers.

Alternatively, Pub Amsterdam is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Elbląg. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 129 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 Malbork. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Łódź. You’ll stay in Łódź for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Malbork’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Malbork, start your day with a visit to the amazing Dworzec kolejowy w Malborku. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 205 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Malbork Castle. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 65,983 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Our Lady of Perpetual Help church in Malbork to make the most of your road trip across Poland. The spectacular Our Lady of Perpetual Help church in Malbork is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 262 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Malbork has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Łódź. Łódź 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 Ato Ramen. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,123 reviews.

The remarkable Caffe Przy Ulicy is another top restaurant in Łódź we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,372 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Złoty Imbir is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,599 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Łódź, the fantastic Bawełna. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,111 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful That's it. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Spaleni Słońcem. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 790 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 is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Łódź and the city of Krakow. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Łódź is the amazing Manufaktura. This attraction is a shopping center and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 81,596 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Łódź 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 Henryk Jordan Park in the city of Krakow for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 12,048 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Krakow is the outstanding Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,574 visitors, this museum deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Planty Park. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,414 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Old town Market Square in Krakow. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 151,340 travelers, this is one attraction many highly recommend.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Szalone Widelce, one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,814 customers.

Locals also recommend Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas as one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow. Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,520 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow is Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,682 customers.

After dinner, visit Piwnica Pod Baranami, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Krakow. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.

Alternatively, Eszeweria is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Krakow. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,522 customers.

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

Day 8 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 Konstancin-Jeziorna and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Warsaw. You will stay in Warsaw for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Konstancin-Jeziorna is the amazing Park Zdrojowy im. Hrabiego Witolda Skórzewskiego w Konstancinie-Jeziornie. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,140 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Konstancin-Jeziorna 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 Warsaw, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try ČESKÁ beer restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,765 customers.

Locals also recommend GOŚCINIEC Polskie Pierogi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. GOŚCINIEC Polskie Pierogi is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,255 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw is Zapiecek. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,567 customers.

After dinner, visit Plan B, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,478 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Studio. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,800 customers.

Alternatively, Zamieszanie - cocktail bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,522 customers.

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

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.

Vistula Boulevards is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Warsaw. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,904 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’ll then say farewell to Warsaw. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Poland!