Top Things to do in Kuyavia-Pomerania Province
Top Restaurants in Kuyavia-Pomerania Province
The 10 Best Things to do in Kuyavia-Pomerania Province, Central Poland
Discover the best top things to do in Kuyavia-Pomerania Province, Poland including Klimek Tower, Town Square - Old Town, Mill's Island (Wyspa Mlynska), Tightrope Walker - sculpture, Exploseum, The Living Museum of Gingerbread, Museum of Soap and History of Dirt, Marina on the Vistula River, Historic Old Town, Solankowy Park.
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1. Klimek Tower
2. Town Square - Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,166 reviews
Reviewed By RafalWVIIX - Skoki, Poland
In general, medieval town squares had been taking two forms : of an open square, surrounded by public buildings and houses of gentry and rich townsfolk; so called patricians. And with town's hall or other public edifices in the middle of it. Torun's town square belong to this second type. Marked out after 1251 was an important point located on trade route to Malbork and Gdansk, and not so far from ford through a Vistula River. Back in the past it was most representative and prestigious part of town. And, to be honest, still is. After joining Hanseatic League in 1280 town had witnessed rapid growth. We can admire its effects in beautiful edifices of Old Town Square like Gothic Town Hall. Beside of public gatherings, fairs or tournaments, town square was place where court judgements were announced and public executions of criminals were taking place. In 1454 at the Torun's town square, Gabriel Bazynski voivode of Chelminska Land along with Torun's nobles, patricians and highest municipal officials swore allegiance to Polish King Casimir IV Jagiellon. Of course, the main function of town square were trade and commerce. Town square was divided into four markets where, along with the adjacent streets, selling goods was taking place. Around the old market place can be found one of the oldest tenements in Torun. Many of them constructed in 13th and 14th centuries were, later on, rebuilt in Renaissance, Baroque or Classicist styles. Many of those tenements concealing inside themselves beautiful historic interiors. From all the buildings of Old Town Square its western frontage is the youngest one. After being severely damaged during Swedish siege in 1703 in times of III Northern War ( or so called Great Northern War) it's been partly rebuilt after its end. In place of most damaged tenements Baroque Church of the Holy Spirit was erected. In 19th century some of the rebuilt tenements on the west side of the square were demolished by Prussian government (that was the time after III partition of Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth), and Neo-Gothic edifice of Central Post Office was constructed in their place. Luckily enough, in times of WWII, when German Wehrmacht razed to the ground so many towns and cities in Poland, Russia and other countries Torun's Old Town Square was spared utter destruction, so we can admire its beauty. Definitely worth visiting.
3. Mill's Island (Wyspa Mlynska)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 423 reviews
Natural Island in the middle of the city of Bydgoszcz. Important strategic asset during the Kingdom era
Reviewed By 760agatab
Close to Mill's Island, you will find a lot of restaurants and bars, and the island itself features a little Venice and a little of green for a nice walk after or before the dinner.
4. Tightrope Walker - sculpture
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 364 reviews
Reviewed By endrju_74 - Ipswich, United Kingdom
Quite amazing, how it balances just above the river for so many years. Unveiled on 1 may 2004, on the day Poland joined the EU - and this is to commmorate that fact, like Poles finally crossed the river, or least it seemed.... Best view from Jerzy Sulima-Kamiński bridge - that way you got all heritage buildings on Brda river embankment in the background. This sculpture is close associated with another sculpture in Bydgoszcz - Łuczniczka (te Archer woman) - both got same roman style shoes (Łuczniczka wears them, while Przechodzący got them on his shoulder), and the Walker carries an arrow, possibly released by Łuczniczka. The sculpture is right in the town centre - bridge opened for motorised trafic, so be careful. Car park just to the north of the bridge.
5. Exploseum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By podrozniczka60 - New Jersey, United States
This amazing attraction will catapult you into a different reality! Our tour was almost 3 h long and every minute of it was fascinating because of our excellent guide. For a small fee you can get the most interesting history lesson of your life and truly feel like you are in a virtual reality scenery. You will get to walk the underground tunnels, enter secret war time buildings, interesting displays, mysterious ruins, The history of Hitler's secret ammunition factory and forced labor workforce will unveil. Do not want to give too many spoilers but this will be a very worthwhile visit as it was for us. We had a car but because of secluded location of this former factory of explosives if you are not familiar with this destination it is best to take a taxi. Bus no. 68 runs twice a day to the Exploseum . You really have to book your tour ahead of time and they fill up quickly so call ahead. There are tours in English available. There is a lot of walking. Wear comfortable shoes.
6. The Living Museum of Gingerbread
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,449 reviews
The Living Museum of Gingerbreads in Torun is the first so interactive museum in Europe. It has existed since 2006 and it is located at 9 Rabianska street, in the middle of the city center. It all takes place in the Medieval Bakery under the watchful eyes of Gingerbread Master. Visitors prepare dough by themselves and bake their own gingerbreads. Another floor is a manufacturing room from the early 20th century where we teach how to decorate gingerbreads with an icing. We welcome all those who want to learn about the tradition of baking gingerbreads in Torun and its medieval culture. All of this happens in a fantastic atmosphere with a great deal of humor. The visit in our Museum is fun and joy for everyone, no matter what age you are. We welcome visitors daily 10am – 6pm. The last show starts at 5 pm. The show translated in English starts at 2 pm.
Reviewed By T9260ADcarols
Lots of fun and very hands on; this is where their famous gingerbread is made and known throughout Europe. Reserve ahead of time. Gets busy.
7. Museum of Soap and History of Dirt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 304 reviews
Do you know who was the dirtiest king in a human history? When the first soap was produced? What is soap made of? All of that and much more you will get know in Museum of Soap and History of Dirt. We are pleased to invite you to one of the most interesting places in Bydgoszcz and one of the most unique museum in the world. Visit to the museum starts with washing hands in old - fashioned way and soap workshops during which you will be accompanied and instructed by our soap assistants. Meanwhile your soap will get dry, you will have oportunity to learn some information about history of dirt and get know all soapy secrets... We are certified as "The Best Tourism Product 2017" by the Polish Tourist Organization.
Reviewed By 43davidthomson - London, United Kingdom
Had a great visit and loved making my own soap . Great staff who made it fun and also we learnt a lot about hygiene and washing clothes in Europe’s history periods Great fun !
8. Marina on the Vistula River
9. Historic Old Town
10. Solankowy Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By Sensible_Girls - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Lovely green park area with a saline water breeze. It is a free entry place so accessible and recommend to anyone. Plus loads of nice walking paths around the parks.
