Poznań is the city of museums, age-old universities, art gallery exhibits and renaissance-style architectural marvels. Home to the Warta River and Lake Malta, Poznań is also known for its stunning natural beauty. It is also home to the historic park of Cytadela, which holds military ruins amidst scenic beauty. This beautiful town was once the capital of Poland and hence is known for its historic significance and ancient church buildings. It is the house of the first Polish cathedral that was built over 1000 years ago. It is also one of Poland’s largest industrial towns and the Old Market Square is still a popular trading hub. Read below to find out more about the things to do in Poznań, Poland.
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1. Learn the original recipe of the St. Martin croissants at Rogalowe Muzeum
Rogalowe Muzeum is a renaissance period house that serves as a museum dedicated to educating the history of croissant baking in Poland. The museum is located right opposite to the Poznan town hall and organizes live shows that tell people the history and the secret behind Poznan’s very popular Saint Martin Croissants. This 150-year-old croissant baking history is a cultural symbol of the city and visitors will get to learn the original recipe of the croissant during the show.
Rogalowe Muzeum
Address: Stary Rynek 41/2 (entrance from Klasztorna Street 23
Website: Rogalowe Muzeum
Opening hours: Jul - Sep: 1:45 pm (daily); The rest of the year: 1:45pm (Weekends)
2. Witness the rich history of Poznan on a walking tour
The Imperial castle served as the seat of administration when it served as Poland’s capital city and it was constructed over 1000 years ago. On this private walking tour in Poznan you will learn about the history of the castle, the mechanical goats emerging out of the Town Hall clock at the stroke of noon dating back to 16th century, the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul, a very old Poznan Church, and many other interesting sights of the city. This is a guided tour and you will also learn about the history of the 1956 Events Monument.
Book Tours : Private walking city tour in Poznan
3. Roam around the Old Market Square and interact with the locals
Another interesting spot to go around in Poznan is the Old Market Square that still speaks of the history and lifestyle of the old town. In this tour, you will learn about the rough past that Poznan has gone through and the promising future it holds. Walk past the historic Imperial Castle, Gothic Cathedral in Srodka District, the Chrobry Bridge, the Mickiewicz Square, Collegium Maius building- a popular opera house, the Franciscan church and finally the Freedom square in this day-long private tour around Poznan. The Old Market Square is a great place to go souvenir shopping.
4. Relish traditional Polish delicacies at Wiejskie Jadło
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Posted by Restauracja Wiejskie Jadło on Thursday, 28 March 2019
Wiejskie Jadło is a popular Polish restaurant in Poznan. The restaurant serves Polish and other European cuisines. The restaurant is popular for its vibrant decorations, convenient placing on the Old Market Square and most importantly, authentic traditional Polish dishes. They provide a kind and attentive service and also have an outdoor seating arrangement right off the market square. They also have a wide range of choices for beer, wine and alcohol.
Wiejskie Jadło
Address: Stary Rynek 77 /wejście od, Franciszkańska, 61-772 Poznań, Poland
Website: Wiejskie Jadło
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 12pm - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 11pm
5. Experience underground electric music at Prokekt Lab
Posted by Projekt LAB on Tuesday, 24 September 2019
Experience the best of nightlife in Poznan at this amazing club named Projekt Lab. The Lab is an artist’s guild that provides a platform for artists to perform before an audience in a roof at the bar. This is a place for music lovers and musicians who would love to go for a little experiment on their creations. The club offers a nice underground feeling along with its amazing techno music. They also have cheap drinks and local brews that you can try on.
Projekt Lab
Address: Grochowe Łąki 5, 61-752 Poznań, Poland
Website: Lab
Opening hours: Thu: 10pm - 4am; Fri - Sat: 11pm - 7am (closed from Sun - Wed)
6. Check out the architecture of Poznan Town Hall
The Poznan Town Hall is a Renaissance-age 16th-century building that speaks of the troubled history of the land. The Gothic cellars that once served as a municipal prison within the Town Hall now serve as exhibit rooms of the Town Hall museum. Artifacts from as early as the 10th century of the first settlers are featured in the exhibits of this history museum. Although the building itself, with its sculpted lions, griffins and eagles serve as history well preserved, the Renaissance Hall, Royal Hall and the Court Hall inside the building hold the important documents and artifacts of the land’s history. One of the most disturbing yet important exhibits in the museum is the photograph of the Swastika fluttering in the Town Hall, marking the German Rule.
Poznań Town Hall
Address: Stary Rynek 1, 61-768 Poznań, Poland
Website: Poznań Town Hall
7. Tour Lech Browery Wielkopolski
Lech Sightseeing Center & Pub is all about learning the history of brewing in the polish tradition, sightseeing one of the oldest and largest breweries in the country, Lech Browery Wielkopolski, and going on pub crawling to the different popular pubs of Poznan. Learn about the traditional brewing techniques and the history of Lech Browery. Taste some of the finest local beers, take a beer quiz, get to know about everything brewing from an English speaking guide and more.
Lech Browery Wielkopolski
Address: ul. Szwajcarska 11, Poznan 61-285, Poland
Website: Lech Browery Wielkopolski
8. Offer prayers at the 1000-year-old Poznań Cathedral
Poznan Cathedral, which is the arch-cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul, was constructed in the year 968 AD in the 10th century as early as 1000 years ago. This is one of the oldest churches in Poland and it not only serves as a spiritual shrine but also as a historic masterpiece. The church has gone through numerous renovations and re-modeling after the fires of 1622, 1722 and 1945. During the liberation war in 1945, more than 65 percent of the cathedral got burnt. The cathedral, with its buried ruins and Gothic elements, still stands as an epitome of its timelessness and a symbol of undying polish history. The church is located on Cathedral Island, also called Ostrów Tumski.
Poznań Cathedral
Address: Ostrów Tumski 17, 61-109 Poznań, Poland
9. Admire the magnificent beauty of the Grand Theatre
The Grand Theater is a neo-classical opera house that has seen the performances of some of the greatest artists from across the globe. The theater is named after a popular Polish composer named Stanisław Moniuszko, who is referred to as the father of the Polish Opera. The theater is a symbol of Polish architectural excellence. The front side of the theater looks similar to the Roman Pantheon with two beautiful sculptures on either side and a Pegasus at the center top. The interiors of the theater consist of glittery chandeliers, decorated halls, wall decorations and foyers. A performance or not, the theater itself is a great place to visit in Poznan.
Grand Theatre, Poznań
Address: Fredry 9, 61-701 Poznań, Poland
Website: Grand Theatre, Poznań
10. Check out the Polish painting collections at the National Museum
Od jutra zapraszamy Państwa do Muzeum przy Al. Marcinkowskiego 9, w godzinach od 11:00 do 17:00 od wtorku do czwartku,...
Posted by Muzeum Narodowe w Poznaniu, The National Museum in Poznań on Monday, 17 June 2019
The National Museum of Poznan, also called Muzeum Narodowe w Poznaniu (MNP), is one of the largest Polish museums that is maintained by the government itself. The museum holds one of the largest collections of Polish paintings that date back to as early as the 16th century. The museum was established in the year 1857 and it has been a representation of Poznan’s rich history and art. Some of the important artists whose art has been featured in the museum’s collections include O. Boznańska, Kulik, J. Malczewski, Kantor, Stażewski, and Gustowska. Check out the other Coffin Portraits, a wide collection of portraits of Ancient Roman Emperors and European paintings collection in the museum.
The National Museum in Poznan
Address: Aleje Marcinkowskiego 9, 61-745 Poznań, Poland
Website: The National Museum in Poznan
Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11am - 5pm; Fri: 10:30am - 8pm; Sat - Sun: 10:30am - 5pm (closed on Mon)
11. Fall in love with modern art at ABC Gallery
Posted by ABC Gallery on Friday, 16 August 2019
One place for contemporary art exhibits in Poznan is ABC Gallery, which was started in the year 1992. The gallery approaches the preservation and promotion of Modern art in two aspects. One is by coming up with exhibits and dedicated shows of hundreds of unique collections by masters of contemporary art, ever since the first modern art exhibit in 1948. On the other hand, the gallery also encourages young artists and their approach towards art by featuring their works. This gallery is a great place to visit for art enthusiasts and lovers of modern paintings.
ABC Gallery
Address: Koszalińska 15, 60-480 Poznań, Poland
Website: ABC Gallery (museum)
Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 12pm - 6pm; Sat: 12pm - 4pm (closed from Sun - Mon)
12. Visit the Municipal Gallery Arsenal
The Municipal Gallery Arsenal is an art gallery maintained by the city of Poznan. They exhibit and publish unique artworks, organize events for art exhibits and educational purposes. The gallery is an open platform for artists to express their views and arguments on the day to day happenings of the world we live in. The Municipal Gallery Arsenal is a great place to experience the inarticulate ways of expressing artists’ views on the political, social and environmental changes happening around us.
Municipal Gallery Arsenal
Address: Stary Rynek 6, 61-772 Poznań, Poland
Website: Municipal Gallery Arsenal
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 12pm - 7pm (closed on Mon)
13. Explore the Morasko Meteorite Nature Reserve
The Morasko Meteorite Nature Reserve is located in the northern part of Poznan in the Mount Morasko region. The reserve was established in the year 1976 and is home to seven meteorite craters. The reserve spans an area of 55 hectares (135.9 acres) and has a thick Hornbeam and Oak forest cover. Two of the rare birds that you can spot in the reserve are the European Nightjar and the black Woodpecker. It is said that these caters were formed over 5000 years ago and the largest one of the seven is 100m (328 feet) wide and 11m (36 feet) deep. Five of the seven meteorites contain lakes, and despite being a great scenery to witness the place, is also a cosmic wonder.
Morasko Meteorite Nature Reserve
Address: Meteorytowa 1, Poznań, Poland
Website: Morasko Meteorite Nature Reserve
14. Go shopping at Stary Browar
Stary Browar shopping center was opened in the year 2003 to serve as both a shopping center as well as an art gallery. This is a popular center for trade and commerce in Poznan. The mall is housed on a historic 1844 building that was an old Poznan brewery. There are a plethora of restaurants, cafes, a five-star hotel, bars, branded shops and art galleries within this stunning shopping center. With over 200 retail outlets, Stary Browar is the place to quench your shopping thirst in Poznan.
Stary Browar
Address: Półwiejska 42, 61-888 Poznań, Poland
Website: Stary Browar
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 9am - 9pm; Fri & Sat: 9am - 10pm; Sun: 10am - 10pm
15. Hang out at Park Cytadela
Park Cytadela is a 250 acre (100ha) park that is located in the military fortified areas of Poznan. This picturesque green space is a part of the Fort Winiary complex that served as the city’s defense base in from 1830. The Fort itself, with its thick brick walls, tall observation towers and decks, is a great monument of Poznan and a must-visit spot. There is so much history that is imbibed in the ruins of this Fort and the surrounding park which is worth exploring. It is also notable that Park Cytadela is Poznan’s largest park.
Park Cytadela
Address: aleja Armii Poznań, 61-626 Poznań, Poland
16. Wander around Pálmaház
Pálmaház botanical garden is located on the southeast banks of lake Rusalka. This 54-acre (22 ha) garden is home to over 7000 different plant species. The park serves for both recreational activities and educational tours. The botanical garden comprises of 10 large pavilions with greenhouses showcasing plant-ecosystems from sub-tropical regions to the Savannah. The premises also hold a very impressive art gallery and a cafe. Don’t forget to check out the beautiful ballerina fountain in the park which is an absolute work of art.
Pálmaház
Address: Matejki 18, 60-767 Poznań, Poland
Website: Pálmaház
Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 9am - 4pm; Sun: 9am - 5pm (closed on Mon)
17. Wander around Park Tadeusz Mazowiecki
Poznan elected its first non-communist Prime- Minister for the Republic of Poland in the year 2014 and celebrated its 25th year of political changes. Park Tadeusz Mazowiecki was opened during the celebration by Polish President Bronisław Komorowski. The park is home to the two prominent Oaks of the country- the Oak of Freedom planted by the President and the Memorial Oak. The park is located between two iconic bridges, the Queen Jadwiga bridge and the Rocha bridge and it stands as both a positive political symbol as well as a stunning scenery of Poznan.
Park Tadeusz Mazowiecki
Address: Bolesława Krzywoustego, 61-001 Poznań, Poland
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
18. Visit the New Zoo with your children
The New Zoo in Poznan is one of the oldest Zoological gardens in the country opened in the year 1974. The zoo is not only home to various animals in a nature-rich habitat with modern facilities but also an art gallery, a miniature railway line and a historic fort. The New Zoo is a recent extension of the original Poznan Zoo that is connected using tramways. It is located inside thick green pine and a mixed forest, and it houses a man-made stream and ponds in its premises. The city has taken a lot of effort into creating a more natural habitat for the numerous animals that reside in this zoo.
New Zoo
Address: Krańcowa 81, 61-048 Poznań, Poland
Website: New Zoo
Opening hours: 9am - 7pm (daily)
19. Admire the Poznań goats of Town Hall
As you take a mid-day walk along the busy streets of the Poznan market, you will be able to witness two tin goats emerging out of the top door of the Poznan Town Hall building as the clock strikes 12 noon. The goats come out and start fighting 12 times until they go back inside the door. These goats have numerous significance connecting to Poznan’s history. It mainly sends out the message that the people have to stop for a few minutes and look up every day. Also, the goats symbolize a sign of relentlessness during times of war where soldiers came back on the stroke of noon to fight another day. You can also witness live trumpets as the goats emerge from the gates.
Poznań goats
Address: Stary Rynek 1, 61-768 Poznań, Poland
Opening hours: 12pm (daily)
20. Watch a game of football at INEA Stadium
With a league capacity of over 40,000 people, INEA Stadium is the fifth largest stadium in Poland. It was built between the years 1968 and 1980 and was recently renovated in the year 2010. Now, you can witness some of the interesting Poland National Football Team matches in this stunning stadium. As the stadium is located on Bulgarska Street in Poznan, it is sometimes referred to as Bulgarska Street Stadium or Bulgarian Street Stadium. Catch up on a game of Football and witness the cheering energy of Poznan sports lovers.
INEA Stadium
Address: Bułgarska 17, 60-320 Poznań, Poland
Website: INEA Stadium
21. Attend an event at Zamek Cultural Center
The Zamek Cultural Center was first constructed as a Royal residence and then converted into a cultural center in the 20th century. This palatial building is one of the largest cultural centers in Poland and serves as a venue for more than 700 events every year. The expansive halls and decorated rooms of the center serve as theater, gallery, venue for concerts and events and as a cinema hall. Numerous live performances by eminent artists of Poland as well as other countries take place in this beautiful complex. They also organize events, exhibits, educational tours, conferences, shows, plays and film screenings.
Zamek Cultural Center
Address: Święty Marcin 80/82, 61-809 Poznań, Poland
Website: Zamek Cultural Center
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 12pm - 8pm (closed on Mon)
22. View the stunning artifacts at the Museum of Applied Arts
Located inside the Royal Castle, the Museum of Applied Arts is yet another interesting place to visit in Poznan. Filled with over 2000 pieces of furniture, sculptures, ceramics, glassware, clothes, weapons and other artifacts that come under the umbrella of “applied arts”, the museum stands as a symbol of the evolution of art and creativity in Poznan. This museum is called “Gargamel” by the locals and it speaks of the history of the castle in which it is housed as well as Poznan’s history in the form of art.
Museum of Applied Arts
Address: Góra Przemysła 1, 61-768 Poznań, Poland
Website: Museum of Applied Arts
Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11am - 5pm; Fri: 12pm - 9pm; Sat - Sun: 11am - 6pm (closed on Mon)
23. Learn about the excruciating past of Poznan at Fort VII Colomb
Fort VII Colomb was built from the year 1908 -1912 to serve as the defensive fort for the Prussians. Fort VII was an extension built of the original string of forts constructed in the late 18th century. During World War II, the fort was used as the first concentration camp of Nazi Germany in Poland. During this period about 20,000 Polish people, especially from Poznan, were said to have been imprisoned and later died in the Fort. Now named Fort Colomb, the fort houses a Museum for Wielkopolska Martyrs - Fort VII, which remembers the sacrifice of the Polish people.
Fort VII Colomb
Address: Kazimierza Tetmajera 25, 05-080 Izabelin C, Poland
Website: Fort VII Colomb
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
24. Enjoy the beautiful views of Lake Malta
Lake Malta is a man-made lake that was formed in the year 1952 after the construction of the Cybina River Dam. The lake is also called the Maltanski River due to its long appearance. It is a popular place to go rowing, boating and kayaking in Poznan. Numerous international as well as local kayak and rowing events happen on the lake and spreads over an expansive area of 64 hectares (158 acres). This is one of the most beautiful man-made scenarios of Poland and it is lined with walkways, park benches, and cycling trails for people to go around the lake enjoying its scenic beauty.
Lake Malta
Address: ul. Wiankowa 3, Poznan 61-131, Poland
25. Taste the best coffee at Stragan Kawiarnia
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Posted by Stragan Kawiarnia on Friday, 16 November 2018
Stragan Kawiarnia cafe is a great spot to sip on the best tasting coffee in Poznan. The cafe has a strict “No Americano” policy. Hence, they make coffee on the traditional drip-brewing method as well as the new methods of Aeropress, siphon, and Chemex. This is the secret behind the very aromatic and absolutely tasty coffee served at Stragan Kawiarnia. You can also buy a variety of top quality coffee beans at the cafe. Along with coffee, they also have appetizing mild breakfast dishes on their menu. So if you are a coffee lover, this place is your day’s perfect caffeine fix.
Stragan Kawiarnia
Address: Ratajczaka 31, 61-816 Poznań, Poland
Website: Stragan Kawiarnia
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat - Sun: 9am - 8pm
26. Indulge in a shopping spree at Avenida Poznań
Being the house of over 200 luxury brand retail outlets, Avenida Poznań is popularly dubbed as the “Bread Box.” The mall is located close to the Poznan train station as well as other public transport hubs. This makes it one of the most easily accessible shopping centers in the city. This is also home to numerous cafes, restaurants, and Poznan’s street food scenes. The mall has a multi-level parking facility which makes it even more popular among the locals who flock to this space during weekends and holidays.
Avenida Poznań
Address: Matyi 2, 61-586 Poznań, Poland
Website: Avenida Poznań
Opening hours: 9am - 9pm (daily)
27. Sip on the best tasting traditional Polish mead
Traditional Polish mead is prepared by fermenting of lime honey mixed with local herbs and spices. The recipe has been part of the Polish cuisine for over 1000 years and it is a must-try item in Poznan. On this tour, you will visit Dram Explorer’s Bar, a traditional bar that serves authentic Polish Mead, an alcoholic beverage of the land. On this guided one and a half hour tour, you will learn about the history and process of mead making in Poland and its significance in the historic turbulence of Poznan.
Book Tours : Traditional Polish mead tasting
Experience the undying motivation of Poznan
Although Poznan carries the story of once being the seat of power and later, a captured powerless town, it is now a free city. Its buildings and art speak of its relentless hope for a better future. Its disturbing history is ingrained in every sight that you walk past. At the same time, there is always a positive vibe in its people. This city with all its colors is a must-visit spot in Poland.
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