Cheap 5-Day Poland Road Trip from Krakow to Rybnik and Łódź

Your exciting road trip through Poland starts when you reach the incredible city of Krakow, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Krakow and begin your adventure in Poland.

Krakow is a popular cheap holiday destination in Poland with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Krakow and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Old town Market Square in Krakow will make your cheap holiday in Poland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating market square that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 151,340 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Krakow. An excellent example is the popular Szalone Widelce. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,814 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Poland is Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,520 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,682 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Piwnica Pod Baranami is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,916 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Krakow we recommend is Nowy Kraftowy, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.

Eszeweria is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,522 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Poland!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Poland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Krakow and end your day in the city of Rybnik, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Krakow is the amazing Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,574 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Wawel Cathedral. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,793 travelers, a visit to this well-known cathedral and sightseeing spot in Krakow is likely to make your vacation in Poland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Krakow is the outstanding Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory. This architectural structure has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,059 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Poland, drop by the popular Kościuszko Mound. This attraction, an amazing mound, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,737 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Poland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Poland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Poland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Poland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rybnik. Rybnik is another cheap travel destination in Poland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Poland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Rybnik that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Rybnik is Santorini. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,598 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Rybnik, Japan Sun is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,273 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Tu i Teraz - Burger and Cake. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Rybnik enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,229 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Rybnik’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Poland. For example, you can visit Pub Żelazna. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 504 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Pub Spółdzielczy Rybnik. This popular bar in Rybnik has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 122 bar-goers.

You can also go to Celtic Pub as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Celtic Pub is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 440 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Poland!

Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in Poland gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Łódź and end your day in the city of Częstochowa.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Łódź for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Poland.

While you’re in Łódź, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing OFF Piotrkowska. The fantastic OFF Piotrkowska is a popular must-see tourist destination and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,777 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Manufaktura, a well-known shopping center in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 81,596 travelers.

The top-rated Piłsudskiego Park is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular park and destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 15,365 travelers.

Continue your adventure-filled road trip vacation at the remarkable Rosa's Passage. This attraction is an outstanding installation artwork that is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,650 visitors.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Łódź, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Częstochowa.

Make Jasna Góra your first stop. This popular hill among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 40,483 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Poland. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Poland and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Łódź. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Łódź, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ato Ramen, one of the best restaurants in Łódź. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,123 customers.

Caffe Przy Ulicy is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Caffe Przy Ulicy is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,372 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Złoty Imbir, another well-loved restaurant in Łódź. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,599 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Poland.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Łódź, Bawełna. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,111 bar goers.

That's it is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Łódź, with its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 819 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Spaleni Słońcem, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 790 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Poland. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Poland!

Day 4 of your road trip across Poland offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Katowice and the enchanting Chorzów, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Katowice and end the day in Chorzów, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 of your affordable vacation in Poland will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Katowice is the magnificent Kosciuszko Park. Around 7,136 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Silesian Museum on this leg of your self-drive tour in Poland. This attraction is a well-known museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 7,361 travelers.

The remarkable Nikiszowiec Historic Mining District is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Poland. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,544 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Katowice, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Chorzów.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Silesian Zoological Park. This popular site is a valued zoo in Chorzów and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 27,424 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Poland. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Poland. Make your cheap holiday experience in Poland more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Krakow offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Poland. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Krakow offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Poland.

Szynk is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 686 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Krakow is Kolanko No 6 Restaurant, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,171 customers.

House of Beer offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Krakow. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,362 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Krakow’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

TRZCINA Bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Krakow offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Pod Wawelem Kompania Kuflowa, another of locals’ go-to bars in Krakow. Pod Wawelem Kompania Kuflowa is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 17,600 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Alchemia is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Krakow. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 7,305 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Poland with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Poland!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Poland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Krakow.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Poland.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Krakow is the remarkable Planty Park. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,414 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Krakow, consider a top-rated restaurant like ORZO Kraków. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,381 customers.

Wesoła Cafe is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,905 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Singer. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,237 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Poland and your fun memories in Krakow.

You’ll then say farewell to Krakow and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Poland!