The most beautiful places in Wroclaw
The best of Wroclaw
Wroclaw is one of the most visited historical sites in Poland. It is mainly due to the beautiful center with a large square, churches and a magnificent old town hall. On the other side of the river Odra lies the so-called Tum Island with other beautiful monuments. In addition to the classic historical monuments, the local zoo and a large water park are also worth a visit. Let's take a look at the most beautiful and interesting places in Wroclaw.
Market Square in Wroclaw
One of the most beautiful squares in Poland
The Main Market Square is the center of the historic city center. There used to be one of the largest markets in Europe. The center is the Old Town Hall – one of the largest in Poland. It's nice that the whole square is a pedestrian zone, so you don't have to zigzag between passing cars. continue reading
Old Town Hall in Wroclaw
The most beautiful town hall in Poland
In the historic center of Wroclaw, on the market square, you will find perhaps the most beautiful town hall in Poland – the Old Town Hall. In its basement you will find the oldest beer hall in Wrocław – Piwnica Świdnicka. The town hall also has several very beautiful bay windows. continue reading
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Wroclaw
The most important church in Wroclaw
The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Wroclaw or Wroclaw Cathedral is the most important church in the city. You can find it on the famous Tum Island. The cathedral is interesting for its stained glass, which is the most in Poland. The towers are 98 meters high. Like other churches in Wroclaw it is built of bricks continue reading
Wroclaw Zoo
The oldest zoo in Poland
Wroclaw Zoo is the oldest zoo in Poland, its biggest attraction today is the Afrykaruim Pavilion, which is a large complex dedicated to the aquatic ecosystems of Africa. You will find 19 aquariums here, including a glass tunnel. The zoo also has a beautiful amphibian pavilion and dozens of enclosures for large animals. It is one of the most visited zoos in Europe. continue reading
Basilica of St. Elizabeth in Wroclaw
Dominant of the old town in Wroclaw
Thanks to its almost 92 meters high tower, the church of St. Elizabeth is a real landmark of the old city of Wroclaw. It is located on the northwest corner of the main market square. A tourist attraction is that the tower is open to the public and offers the best view of Wroclaw. The church also has a beautiful interior. continue reading
Collegiate Church of St. Crosses and St. Bartholomew
The second important church on Tum Island
On Tum Island you will not only find the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, but also another beautiful important church of St. Crosses and St. Bartholomew. The church has a turbulent history and was much damaged during World War II. It has two towers, but only one of them is fully completed. It is 69 meters high. In front of the church is a beautiful monument to St. Jan Nepomucký. continue reading
Aquapark Wroclaw
The most visited water park in Poland
Aquapark Wroclaw is one of the most visited water parks in Europe and the most visited in Poland. It has indoor and outdoor pools with different temperatures and depths. So everyone here can really choose. There is a swimming pool with artificial waves, various slides and whirlpools. continue reading
Church of St. Mary Magdalene in Wroclaw
Church with the famous Pokutnice Bridge
Just east of the main square in Wroclaw, you will find the Gothic Church of St. Mary Magdalene. It is famous among tourists thanks to the bridge between the two towers at a height of 45 meters from where there is an interesting view of the city center continue reading
Century Hall in Wroclaw
A monument inscribed on the UNESCO list
Right opposite the Wroclaw Zoo you will find a unique monument – the Hall of the Century. From a distance, it looks a bit like a mosque without minarets, but it is a unique monument built to commemorate 100 years since the victory over Napoleon at the Battle of Leipzig. Today, the building is used for concerts or sports matches. continue reading
University of Wroclaw
The most important university in Lower Silesia
At the northern end of the historic center of Wroclaw, right by the Oder, stands the magnificent University of Wroclaw. It is one of the oldest in Central Europe. The most famous part of the building is the so-called mathematical tower continue reading
Plac Solny
The second most important square in Wroclaw
Plac Solny freely connects with its corner to the main square in Wroclaw – Rynek. Here you will also find beautiful burgher houses and now also flower shops, the so-called flower market. The Old Stock Exchange building is one of the most important local buildings. continue reading
