Cheap 7-Day Poland Road Trip from Krakow to Kielce, Warsaw, and Łódź

Your exciting road trip through Poland starts when you reach the incredible city of Krakow, where you'll stay for 3 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 Planty Park will make your cheap holiday in Poland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,414 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!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Krakow, proving that cheap holidays in Poland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory. This attraction is an architectural structure that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,059 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Wawel Cathedral. This popular place of interest is a stunning cathedral that boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 29,793 visitors.

To make your trip to Krakow more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 141,574 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection is often mentioned in Poland road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Kościuszko Mound is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This mound and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 19,737 reviews.

Your discovery of Krakow does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Krakow on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Poland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Poland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Szynk, one of the best restaurants in Krakow. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 686 reviews.

You can also check out Kolanko No 6 Restaurant. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,171 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is House of Beer. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,362 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Krakow.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Krakow for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at TRZCINA Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 707 customers.

Pod Wawelem Kompania Kuflowa is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,600 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Alchemia. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,305 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Krakow.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Krakow!

Day 3 of your road trip across Poland offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Krakow and the enchanting Ojców, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Krakow and end the day in Ojców, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 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 Krakow is the magnificent Old town Market Square in Krakow. Around 151,340 visitors have rated this excellent market square and travel destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Sukiennice on this leg of your self-drive tour in Poland. This attraction is a well-known cloth hall that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 11,749 travelers.

The remarkable St. Florian's Gate is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Poland. This attraction, an amazing city gate, is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,798 travelers.

Beyond the above-mentioned sites, you also have the opportunity to visit the fascinating Polish Aviation Museum. This aviation museum and well-loved attraction in Krakow is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,294 visitors.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Ojcowski National Park Museum. This popular site is a valued museum in Ojców and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,507 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.

Kielce 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 Kielce offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Poland.

Restauracja U Kucharzy Kielce is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,281 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Kielce is Żółty Słoń, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,034 customers.

Restauracja PoRzeczka offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Kielce. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,981 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 Kielce’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Craft Beer PUB is an excellent example of a great bar in Kielce offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Klubokawiarnia Quest, another of locals’ go-to bars in Kielce. Klubokawiarnia Quest is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 671 customers having rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Irish Pub Shoemaker is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Kielce. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 1,115 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!

On day 4 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 Warsaw and end your day in the city of Warsaw, 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 Warsaw is the amazing Łazienki Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 81,258 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible City Zoological Garden in Warsaw. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 45,708 travelers, a visit to this well-known zoo and sightseeing spot in Warsaw is likely to make your vacation in Poland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Warsaw is the outstanding Copernicus Science Centre. This science museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,411 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Poland, drop by the popular Palace of Culture and Science. This attraction, an amazing palace, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 66,944 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 Warsaw. Warsaw 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 Warsaw that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Warsaw is Stary Dom. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,942 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Warsaw, Restauracja Różana 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 4,148 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Soul Kitchen. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Warsaw enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,638 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Warsaw’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Poland. For example, you can visit Woda Ognista. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Krutoy Lounge. This popular bar in Warsaw has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 511 bar-goers.

You can also go to Pianka | restauracja całodobowa as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Pianka | restauracja całodobowa is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 5,757 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!

On day 5 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 Warsaw and end your day in the city of Łódź, 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 Warsaw is the amazing Saxon Garden. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,161 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Royal Castle. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,604 travelers, a visit to this well-known royal palace and sightseeing spot in Warsaw is likely to make your vacation in Poland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Warsaw is the outstanding Old Town Market Square in Warsaw. This square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 37,366 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Poland, drop by the popular Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze. This attraction, an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 39,805 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Warsaw Uprising Museum. This architectural structure is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,837 visitors from all over the globe. Each year, around 416,000 travelers visit this attraction to cross it off their bucket lists.

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 Łódź. Łódź 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 Łódź that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Łódź is Ato Ramen. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,123 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Łódź, Caffe Przy Ulicy 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 2,372 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Złoty Imbir. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Łódź enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,599 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Łódź’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Poland. For example, you can visit Bawełna. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,111 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is That's it. This popular bar in Łódź has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 819 bar-goers.

You can also go to Spaleni Słońcem as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Spaleni Słońcem is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 790 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 6 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 Krakow 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 Rosa's Passage. The fantastic Rosa's Passage is a popular installation artwork and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,650 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.

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 Krakow. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Krakow, 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 ORZO Kraków, one of the best restaurants in Krakow. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,381 customers.

Wesoła Cafe is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Wesoła Cafe is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,905 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Singer, another well-loved restaurant in Krakow. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,237 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 Krakow, House of Beer. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,362 bar goers.

Beer House is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Krakow, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,931 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by C. K. Browar | Bar & Restaurant | Est. 1996, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,761 customers.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Poland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 7 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 Henryk Jordan Park. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 12,048 visitors.

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!