Top Things to do & See in Poznan

Poznan is the fifth largest city in Poland. It has a lot to offer. If you want to visit Poznan you should definitely join one of our tours!

Poznan is not only one of the largest but also one of the oldest cities in Poland. It is also the capital of the Greater Poland region.

Moreover, it is the center of trade, education, technology, sports, and also tourism.

 

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Must Haves To See In Poznan

 

Town Hall and Old Market Square

This is the number 1 place to visit in Poznan. People say it is the most beautiful as well as interesting area in the city.

In the center of Old Market Square you will find the Town Hall. This is a Renaissance building. It is famous for its clock with mechanical goats. When the clock plays the bugle call at noon, the goats appear and “dance” to the music.

Ostrow Tumski or The Catherdal Island

This place is famous for being one of the first settlements of the Piast dynasty. There is a basilica placed underground which contains historical gem – tombs of the first rules of Poland.

This island is connected to the main area of the city with two bridges. It is worth visiting for its beautiful landscape.

Malta Lake

Malta Lake is located by the Warta River. It is one of the biggest rivers in Poland. This lake is a very popular recreational spot. It consists of a regatta track, ice rink, artificial ski slope, zoo, and many more!

 

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Best Museums in Poznan

• Rogal Museum or Croissant Museum

It is the most popular museum in Poznan. This is a museum dedicated to St. Martin’s croissants. They are one of the most characteristic elements of Poznan. It’s an interactive museum. You will see a show of making croissants and later try to make them by yourself.

• National Museum in Poznan

This is one of the oldest, the biggest as well as most important museums in Poland. You will see there the Gallery of Polish Art from the 16th-18th century. Moreover, you will see the Gallery of Medieval Art and Ancient Art.

• City of Poznan History Museum

Visit this museum if you want to understand the story of Poznan and its City Hall. Inside, you will see images of Polish Kings as well as beautiful interiors.

Parks in Poznan

• Park Cytadela

This is a beautiful and also peaceful park. It includes two museums: the Museum of Armaments as well as Museum of the Poznan Army.

Ciutadella Park is also connected with a cemetery. It is one of the biggest military cemeteries in that region.

• Poznan Palm House

This Palm House is located in Wilson Park. You will see various exhibitions there. You will see not only flowers but also bonsai, animals, and art.

• Poznan Botanical Gardens

This Botanical Garden occupies 22 ha of area. You will see there trees and shrubs from different climate zones. Moreover, there is a section dedicated to species threatened with extinction.

 

Monuments

There are also many monuments for you to see. The most popular ones are:

• Enigma Code Breakers Monument
• June 1956 Events Monument
• Monument of Stary Marych
• Monument of Adam Mickiewicz

 

What to do in Poznan ?

We have many tours to offer you in Poznan! Join at least one of them and sightsee the city from a different side!

Beer Tour

Join our Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour in Poznan! You will try popular, regional, and also craft beers from Poland! Moreover, you will try typical Polish snacks with them.

Your private guide will tell you about the history of Polish beer. He will also tell you about traditions and customs that are connected with beer.

Vodka Tour

If you prefer vodka instead of beer we also have a tour for you! Join our Poznan Private Vodka Tasting Tour and try different kinds of Polish vodka! In addition, you will try typical Polish appetizers.

Your guide will tell you about the history, culture, and also the customs of drinking vodka in Poland. You can book the tour here!

Food Tour

Take part in our Private Traditional Polish Food Tour and try the best Polish food! You will get many samples of dumplings as well as meats. Your private guide will tell you about Poznan history, culinary culture as well as traditions. You can book the tour here!

Old Town Tours

We have few Old Town tours for you! You can visit only the Old Town or add Cytadela Park, Rogal Museum, or Srodka to this tour. All of the versions are private so you can be sure that your guide will have time to answer all of your questions.

As you already know from this post, visiting the Old Town is a must-have if you are in Poznan. Your guide will show you all of the highlights of Poznan!

 

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