Location: Zakopane
Top Things to do in Zakopane
What to do and see in Zakopane, Southern Poland: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Just a few miles from the Slovak border in south central Poland, Zakopane is a resort town in the Tatra Mountains, popular with skiers in winter and with hikers and climbers year-round. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, Zakopane grew into Poland’s most visible art colony, a hotbed of culture ended by Soviet influence after World War II. Today it harkens back to an earlier time, complete with gorgeous wooden houses. Learn about these buildings and more at the Museum of Zakopane Style.
Restaurants in Zakopane
1. GO!Ski Zakopane
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 150 reviews
GO!Ski - make booking all in one place:) we are specialist in organizing ski / snowboard lessons, ski / snowboard equipment and clothing rental and airport transfers. Lessons are run by fantastic instructors. Our Instructors skiing on all slopes in Zakopane and the surrounding areas. Ski slopes are tailored to your ski skills. We want you to have the best holiday possible, so please ask us for whatever additional help you need, we do our best, to help you. GO!Ski Team
Reviewed By Carrollel - Kilkenny, Ireland
We arranged ski equipment hire and private family lessons having read the reviews on TripAdvisor. I must say that from my first email I knew it would be a very positive experience. Paulina was so professional and helpful with our booking. We arrived to the office on the Sunday morning a little later than expected but although they were so busy we were not made to feel uncomfortable. The staff were so enthusiastic. Our ski instructor Jacob (Jake) arrived in his car to meet us and take us to the slopes. Our 2 hour lesson did not start until we had our ski passes bought and we were out on the slopes. Jake was such a fantastic person and we learned more than we have in the past from any instructor. Myself and my husband had skiied a number of years ago pre children but this was our second ski holiday with the kiddies. We found the private family lessons invaluable and great value. Each morning Jake picked us up and we drove to different ski areas. Got to see lots of the surrounding areas during this time too! The last 2 days we brought our own car and followed Jake as we wanted to stay on a bit longer than the 2 hours but of you were finished skiing Jake would drop you back to your accommodation. Now that's service! Jake had brilliant English and gave us much knowledge and information about Zakopane, he was worth his weight in gold. My 8 Yr old daughter cried when we had to say our goodbyes... The return of the ski equipment was a very smooth process and again I can't speak highly enough about the staff at Goski. We would highly recommend them. They are by far the best ski service we have ever used. Thank you Goski for making our holiday in Zakopane!
2. Zakopane Transfers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
We are profesional transport company from south of Poland. Our offer is addressed to clients who are looking for transfers from/to polish airports to Zakopane. We have all license and certificate so you can be sure of save and comfortable journey. We have only hi class cars, all with aircondition. We can arrange seats for children, also you can pay us in PLN, EUR, USD, GBP,
3. Strazyska Valley
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By Robert937 - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
The entrance to this valley is within walking distance from central Zakopane (2.4 km from Krupowki street; 100m up; follow Kasprusie road). A well maintained path, at times more like a small road, leads to the upper part of the valley and takes about 40 minutes. Special about Strazyska is the fact it is a rather narrow valley with a wild stream running through. Not just pine trees, but deciduous trees as well provide a colorful experience. Especially this time of the year (October) when autumn sets in. It is possible to hike out of the valley towards Sarnia Skala 1377 m. (follow a trail with black and white markings towards the east). Add another extra hour to reach the peak.
4. Mati Taxi & Transfer's Zakopane
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5.0 based on 47 reviews
We offer airport transfers, transport around Zakopane and surrounding destinations: thermal pools, ski lifts, hiking trails and much more. We organize one day trips to Slovakia. We invite You to use our services, we speak English. For more information please contact us by email.
Reviewed By LozzaBarnsley - Barnsley, United Kingdom
Myself and 10 others have just spent the week in Zakopane and Matti was our first and only choice of taxi! He was excellent, always on time and very easy to book. We used him so many times over the week and if he wasn’t able to help he arranged someone else to pick us up. He became like our own tour guide, recommending places to eat and things to do, making dinner reservations for us. Excellent service and such a nice guy! Thank you.
5. BazaTatry
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5.0 based on 62 reviews
Your base in Zakopane and the Tatra mountains. We offer info about the area as well as trips/tours in Zakopane and the surrounding areas, we also offer many other summer and winter activities plus a range of accommodation. We have a giftshop with all the best Souvenirs from the region and other polish artists. We also provide paid luggage storage, we are right next to the main station so it is easy to access and drop bags while waiting to checkin to your accommodation or while you explore the town.
6. Muzeum Oscypka Zakopane
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5.0 based on 392 reviews
Reviewed By ClogsPL - Warsaw, Poland
We loved the show put on by an old Baca, there is a good interaction going on between the old and the new generation, we thought the presentation was very good, the whole process of coming from sheep milk to Oscypek became living and clear. The old Baca is quite the character, had a good cheer and attitude, the presentation setup is close up, intimate almost, very enjoyable experience. Very good to take kids to.
7. Quadoo Adventure Zakopane
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Trips on quads, atv, 4x4 - mountain trails with the Quadoo Adventure professional Guides. We always meet at Quadoo base - located on Gubałówka Mountain, Zakopane. Participants receive double seats Yamaha Grizzly or Can Am Bombardier quads. Routes of trips are typically mountainous terrain, forest paths, gorges, rivers, downhill and slopes, the beautiful scenic glades - always Tatra breathtaking views. Participation in the expedition is also for the beginners who will be leading quad for the first time. You can also choose the expedition where we will take a break for a warm meal around the fire. Real, mountain adventure!
8. Cmentarz Zasluzonych na Peksowym Brzyzku
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4.5 based on 435 reviews
Reviewed By smallhausen1 - Bratislava, Slovakia
This is an example that cemetery is not always a place of monumental sadness and memories. This is rather a meeting place with history of Zakopane, it's famous personalities, as well as showroom of local sculptors. Each grave is different and you can feel a piece of history behind of all of them.
9. Snowdoo Adventure
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
The best winter attraction in Zakopane. Snowmobile adventure with experienced Snowdoo Guides. You will see thousands of places not accessible for humans in winter. Excellent Tatras views - Snowdoo Customers are always delighted by Tatra nature. If you are interested - bonfire, hot meal and hot tea are also in some programmes. This attraction is also for beginners. We have many tours in the offer - 1h, 2h, 3h, all day and also by night. Discover Zakopane!
10. Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
Relatively New History Shrine 1951
Reviewed By janetmcplanit
What a holy place! Such amazing carved woodwork throughout the church and chapel. Built in 1992 with hand carved woodwork unlike any we have ever seen. Make sure you tour the chapel as well as the main church. We attended Mass in the Chapel which was a beautiful experience.
