Where should I go for the first time in Poland?
Where should I go for the first time in Poland? While Warsaw is a beautiful city, Krakow has more of a character. Especially if it's your first time in Poland, I recommend Krakow over Warsaw by a long shot. In my opinion, Krakow is by far one of the best cities to visit in Poland.
How many days do you need to visit Poland?
Poland is a deceptively large country, so it's best to scale down your geographic ambitions from the outset. One week in Poland is ideal if your goal is to get in two big cities -- say, Warsaw and Krak?w -- and a little bit in between. For anything more comprehensive, give yourself 10 days or, ideally, 2 weeks.
What is the 90 day rule in Poland?
Traveling to Poland Poland is a member of the Schengen Borders Agreement. If you are a qualified visitor for tourism or business with a valid U.S. passport, you can apply to enter the Schengen area without a visa for a period of 90 days within each 180 day period.
How is Poland for tourists?
Is Poland safe? In general, traveling in Poland is safe because the country is highly ranked on the list of the safest countries. In fact, Poland lands in the top 20 of the safest countries in the world! The only threats you might expect are: pickpocketing, petty theft, overcharge, and ATMs scams.
Why is Krakow so popular?
As one of the country's oldest and most culturally significant cities, Krakow is steeped in legends and folklore, as well as heart wrenching history. The city boasts a stunning blend of architectural wonders, including Gothic churches, Renaissance palaces, and Baroque-style buildings.
Where to avoid in Warsaw?
According to the guides of an alternative tour around Warsaw the most dangerous area is Praga, in particular Brzeska Street. I went there one afternoon to check it out. The area truly has a run down, prewar war feel to it.
Where not to stay in Krakow?
Areas to avoid in Krakow include some of the old residential areas and the city's outskirts. There are also interesting tourist destinations in places further out. A perfect example is the raw architecture of Nowa Huta. This utopian district will melt the heart of every photographer and history lover.