Top 15 Things To Do In Torun, Poland

1. Go wild at Torun Zoobotanical Garden

Torun Zoo is located on the fringes of the city and was founded in the 18th century. This small zoo has lived through ups and downs including World War II. There are a little over 200 animals here from about 80 species. While it may not be on par with many other zoos in typical European cities, this is just fine if you’re looking to spend a couple of hours.

Torun Zoobotanical Garden

Address: Bydgoska 7, 87-100 Toruń, Poland

Website: Torun Zoobotanical Garden

Opening hours: 10am - 4pm (daily)

Price: From 1 PLN (0.3 USD)

2. Learn to make gingerbread Muzeum Piernika

Known for its famous gingerbread, this museum is located in the old part of town. You can participate in an interactive show to learn the nuances of making traditional gingerbread. Pick up tips on how the dough was made during the Middle Ages. You can then make your own gingerbread with a pick of available molds. You can also get a good look at how millstones are used to make flour the traditional way.

Muzeum Piernika

Address: Rabiańska 9, 87-100 Toruń, Poland

Website: Muzeum Piernika

Price: From 1 PLN (0.3 USD)

3. Explore the Center of Contemporary Art

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Opened in 2008, this center is devoted to contemporary art. Apart from the displays and exhibits, the center conducts seminars and lectures on a regular basis. It also hosts educational activities to acquaint the younger generation with the different facets of contemporary art. This is perfect for those times when you need a break from historical attractions. The building that hosts the center is in itself a fine example of contemporary architecture.

Center of Contemporary Art

Address: Wały gen. Sikorskiego 13, 87-100 Toruń

Website: Center of Contemporary Art

4. Wander around the Ethnographic Museum

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Enjoy a unique experience at Ethnographic Museum that includes indoor and outdoor displays. Located just outside the old town area, this museum is housed in an 18th-century Ottoman mansion. Audio guides and leaflets make it easy to explore the museum on your own. Get a peek into how life used to be in ancient Polish villages as you wander around thatched roof houses and step inside traditional kitchens.

Ethnographic Museum

Address: Wały Generała Władysława Sikorskiego 19, 87-100 Toruń

Website: Ethnographic Museum

Opening hours: Tue: 10am - 5pm; Wed: 9am - 4pm; Thu: 9am - 5pm; Fri - Sun: 10am - 6pm (closed on Monday)

5. Step back in time at House of Toruń Legends

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Get a glimpse of life in medieval Torun at House of Torun Legends. With elements of an interactive museum as well as theater, this unique attraction is suitable for all ages. A treehouse, townhouse, rafts, and a torture chamber are just some of the sights that await you here. Legends you will learn about include the ones about the founding of Torun, Leaning Tower, and Tuba Dei Bell to name a few. You get to participate in the performances complete with props and costumes!

House of Toruń Legends

Address: Szeroka 35, 87-100 Toruń

Website: House of Torun Legends

Opening hours: 10am - 6pm (daily)

Price: From 1 PLN (0.3 USD)

6. Discover the city's secrets at the Regional Museum in Torun

Situated in an excellent location, this museum is in the historic Old Town of Toruń. It became a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. Inside the museum, you can find information that dates back to when this area was of most economic and political importance. Not only can you learn about important historical figures and events, but you can also discover more in the Gallery of Gothic Art, which features some unique stained glasses and other works of art. At this site, you can also visit the observation deck on a 40-meter-high tower. From its heights, you can see across the city.

Regional Museum in Torun - Old Town Hall

Address: rynek Staromiejski 1, 87-100 Toruń, Poland

Website: Regional Museum in Torun- Old Town Hall

Opening hours: May - Sep: 10am - 6pm; Oct - Apr: 10am - 4pm (closed on Mon)

Price: 4 USD

7. Learn medieval gingerbread cooking techniques at The Living Museum of Gingerbread

Now, you might be wondering whether we’ve lost our minds, a living museum of gingerbread?! What does that even mean?! Well, to be honest, we thought the same thing, but now we’re proud to say that this museum offers one of the best things to do in Torun. On the first floor, you’ll learn all there is to know about cooking gingerbread in Medieval times. You’ll have the opportunity to prepare the dough yourselves under the watchful eyes of the Gingerbread Master and Gingerbread Witch. Then, watch your creation bake with traditional wooden molds. The second floor will transport you again in time to the 19th and the early 20th century. Here, you’ll see the upgrading machinery and decorate your own gingerbread men. We adore this fun, informative and interactive museum. It’s a must-visit.

The Living Museum of Gingerbread

Address: 9 Rabiańska street, 87-100 Toruń, Poland

Website: The Living Museum of Gingerbread

Opening hours: 10am - 6pm (daily)

Price: 5.70 USD

8. Discover the unique history behind Toruń Cathedral

Toruń Cathedral is also known as Saint Catholic Cathedral John the Baptist and John the Evangelist, and it is a great place to revel in Gothic beauty. The baptismal font has seen some very important figures baptized, and there is lots of information for you to learn more about the building. The wall paintings are from the 14th to 15th century and they have been kept in excellent condition. The building itself is visible everywhere in Toruń, and it is seen as a precious landmark. You won’t’ want to miss it, but please note that it is only open to visitors between April and October.

Toruń Cathedral

Address: Żeglarska 16, 87-100 Toruń, Poland

Website: Toruń Cathedral

Opening hours: Open Apr - Oct: Mon - Sat: 9am - 4:30pm; Sun: 2pm - 4:30pm (closed on Thu and Fri)

Price: Free; entrance to tower 1.60 USD

9. Go on a walking tour of Torun (from USD 269.0)

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This specialized walking tour will last about three hours, and you’ll get to visit some of the best sites in Toruń. You’ll learn, directly from your knowledgeable tour-guide, about Main Square, the Town Hall, St. Mary’s Church, St. John’s Cathedral. You’ll also hear the story of Torun’s most notable individual, Nicholas Copernicus. The group size is a maximum of 10 people, and so you can be sure of a pleasant, perfectly paced, and intimate tour.

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10. Explore the fascinating Teutonic Castle ruins

This is one of the oldest buildings that still stand in Toruń. Although now in ruins, the castle was originally built in the mid 13th century along the River Vistula. Located near the border, this castle was very important, and as such had lots of heavy defense and attacking systems. Today, you can still clearly see the immense layout of the castle as the external walls have been preserved. Many other areas of the castle were blown up. And, if you read about history, you’ll learn more about a dragon which supposedly hid in the castle in 1746.

Teutonic Castle ruins

Address: Ul. Przedzamcze 3, Torun 87-100 Poland

Website: Teutonic Castle Ruins

Opening hours: 10am - 6pm (Mar - Oct: daily); 10am - 4pm (Nov - Feb: daily)

Price: 3.80 USD

11. Take a tour of the House Under the Star

Also known as Star House, this historic building has been rebuilt many times over the centuries and, as such, it is a great display of evolving architecture. It is known as one of Poland’s best-preserved patrician houses. Nowadays, the building is home to a number of Eastern arts and handicraft exhibitions. The first permanent exhibition on the premises opened its doors in 1970. Some of the objects now included in the exhibition are over 3,000 years old. Guests can also enjoy a stroll through the oriental-style garden.

House Under the Star

Address: Regional Museum in Torun - Old Town Hall, rynek Staromiejski 35, 87-100 Toruń, Poland

Website: House Under the Star

Opening hours: May - Sep: 10am - 6pm; Oct - Apr: 10am - 4pm (closed on Mon)

Price: 3.30 USD (Free on Wed)

12. Enjoy a walk around the Medieval defensive walls and towers

Toruń, as we know, was an important site to defend and as such, there remains the defensive walls and towers. In fact, Toruń sits behind a double-defense wall and there were three distinct units: the Old Town, the New City, and the Teutonic Castle. Originally, the walls consisted of 54 fortified towers, 11 gates, and 2 barbicans. Today, explorers can visit the remaining nine towers and three gates. You’ll be able to see the unique design of the walls and enjoy the walk around the town. It’s worth noting that the interiors of many are not open to visitors.

Medieval Defensive Walls and Towers

Address: Torun, Poland

Website: Medieval Defensive Walls and Towers

Price: Free

13. Marvel at The Leaning Tower in Toruń

The most famous of all of the defensive walls and towers is the Leaning Tower of Torun. You may be wondering why it is famous, and why it has such a nickname. The Leaning Tower was built as part of the city fortification system in the 15th century, during which time it was (obviously) straight. However, due to the design of the building and the land on which it stood, it tilted a grand total of 146 cm (4.8 feet) off the perpendicular on the side of the street. It has since stabilized since its initial tilt. Nowadays, the inside holds the Municipal Institution of Culture Toruń.

The Leaning Tower in Toruń

Address: ul, Pod Krzywą Wieżą 1, 87-100 Toruń, Poland

Website: The Leaning Tower in Toruń

Opening hours: Tue - Fri & Sun: 10am - 6pm; Sat: 9:30am - 7:30pm (closed on Mon)

Price: 2.85 USD

14. Be amazed by the water, sound and light display of the Cosmopolis

Cosmopolis fountain offers a magical and unique experience that you won’t want to miss. With shows taking place in the evenings and at night, you’ll be amazed as colored water shoots from the floor in an extravagant display. The site is popular with both tourists and locals alike, so it’s a great way to meet some friendly people and discover more about Toruń. The water shoots up to five meters (16ft) high. The showtimes change depending on the season and dusktime, so please note that the times below are just a guideline. Be sure to check in advance for full timings online.

Cosmopolis

Address: Fosa Staromiejska 1A, 87-100 Toruń, Poland

Website: Cosmopolis

Opening hours: Apr - Jun: 8pm - 12am; Jul - Aug: 9pm - 12am; Sep - Oct: 7pm - 11pm

Price: Free

15. Learn more about our universe at Planetarium W. Dziewulskiego

With a number of attractions and shows at the planetarium, you can go a number of times and still see something brand new. This spot is ideal for the whole family, and you will also see many school groups visiting. It opened its doors to the public in 1994, and since then, they have been producing their own shows. Each show talks about the universe, stars, constellations, and planets as well as the history of important discoveries. .

Planetarium. W. Dziewulskiego

Address: Franciszkańska 15, 87-100 Toruń, Poland

Website: Planetarium. W. Dziewulskiego

Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 8:30am - 3:15pm; Sat: 10:45am - 5pm; Sun: 10:45am - 4:30pm (closed on Mon)

Price: 3.50 USD

A place with a rich history

With its unique history and modern science elements, we think that Toruń has something for the whole family to enjoy. Whether you are planning to stay for just a few short days or longer, be sure to check out our list of the best things to do in Toruń, Poland.