Top Things to do in Gdansk
10 Sights & Landmarks in Gdansk That You Shouldn't Miss
One of Poland’s most beautiful cities, Gdansk, on the Baltic Sea, has played major roles in history, especially in the 20th-century. It was the 1939 flash point of World War II, and then in 1980, the birthplace of the Solidarnosc labor movement, ushering the end of Communist domination in Eastern Europe. Gdansk’s Old Town, painstakingly reconstructed to its Hanseatic League glory after being leveled in World War II, is a highlight. The 14th-century Town Hall houses the city’s historical museum.
Restaurants in Gdansk
1. Ulica Elektrykow
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5.0 based on 32 reviews
Electricians Street is located in the heart of Gdansk Shipyard where in 1980 “Solidarity” movement was born giving a chance to young generation for their creation of artistic activities. This unique space works as powerful magnet for people.
Reviewed By 520oliviad - Gdansk, Poland
Best place to chill during the day and to party at night! Perfect to hang out during summer. Amazing quality, the best music, cool design, industrial feel and super GOOD VIBES. The view of the shipyard is worth checking out. One of my favourite places in Tricity ????
2. St. Mary's Church
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4.5 based on 1,698 reviews
3. Three Crosses Monument
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4.5 based on 327 reviews
Reviewed By MrsBsTravels - Hastings, United Kingdom
An honouring monument to those who died in the Gdansk shipyard protest. The monument is huge. It towers above you. Located outside the Solidarity Museum, so easy to find.
4. Old Town
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4.5 based on 6,864 reviews
Reviewed By jondd53
Ideal short stay, A beautiful town with many restaurants and bars, cobbled streets and the old town square, people very friendly, food outstanding and reasonable, a must stay.
5. Neptune's Fountain (Fontanna Neptuna)
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4.5 based on 1,041 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
One of the most characteristic places of Gdansk, located near the famous King Arthur's Court, at the Long Market. A beautiful statue of the God of the Seas, considered on a par with the Crane as a symbol of Gdansk. The design of the figure representing Neptune was created by the architect and sculptor Abraham van den Blocke. The model of the figure was made by Peter Husen.The sculpture was cast in bronze in 1612 , in the municipal foundry in Gdansk. The figure weighs 650 kg. The bowl and the stem on which the statue stands are also authored by Abraham van den Blocke. A piece of history in a beautiful package. You can't be in Gdansk and not see Neptune. The Neptune Fountain is an icon of Gdansk. It is a' ' must see'' on the tourist map of Gdansk.
6. Mariacka Street (ulica Mariacka)
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4.5 based on 1,673 reviews
Reviewed By Corihi - Honolulu, United States
Mariacka Street is a small street in Old Town Gdańsk bordered by the Mariacka Gate on one end and St Mary's Church on the other. It’s a narrow cobblestone street lined with three story townhouses. The houses have terraces one level above street level with ornate stone sculptures, wood carvings and decorative ironwork. There are showcases on the street level fronting many of the townhouses which were empty at the time of our visit. We found out later that Mariacka Street houses numerous jewelry shops selling amber jewelry. The showcases would normally be full of amber jewelry. There are also a few restaurants and cafes on the street. The street is charming and worth a visit.
7. St. Catherine's Church (Kosciol Sw. Katarzyny)
8. Dluga Street (ul. Dluga)
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4.5 based on 2,023 reviews
Reviewed By pete6769 - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Great place to sit back and enjoy some good food and mulled wine and watch the world go buy. Lots of bars and restaurants and some playing live music. A beautiful part of the city and not to be missed.
9. Green Gate (Brama Zielona)
10. St. Nicholas Church
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4.5 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By SuxienBKK - Bangkok, Thailand
very nice place nice to spend time and enjoy polish summer please visit when you are here to meet local tradition
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