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Poland

Poland's cities are rich in history and good value for a city break. Krakow has one of Europe's largest medieval market squares and Wawel Castle, while Warsaw's Old Town was carefully rebuilt after the Second World War. Both are a short flight from the UK.

Region: Europe

Trip types on sale: City Break.

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Best time to go

May to September for warm weather; December for Christmas markets.

Who it suits

City-break fans, history lovers and groups of friends.

Getting there

Flights run from London and many UK regional airports to Krakow (KRK) and Warsaw (WAW), taking about 2 to 2 hours 30 minutes.

Practical

  • Time: 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
  • Currency: Polish złoty
  • Language: Polish.

Typical daytime highs

  • Spring (March to May). Typical daytime highs around 12 to 19°C in spring (March to May).
  • Summer (June to August). Typical daytime highs around 23 to 26°C in summer (June to August).
  • Autumn (September to November). Typical daytime highs around 12 to 18°C in autumn (September to November).
  • Winter (December to February). Typical daytime highs around 0 to 3°C in winter (December to February).

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

Things to do

  • Explore Krakow's Main Market Square
  • Visit Wawel Castle
  • Tour the Wieliczka Salt Mine
  • Walk Warsaw's Old Town
  • Try pierogi dumplings

Questions

How long is the flight to Krakow?

About 2 hours 15 minutes from the UK.

Can I visit Auschwitz from Krakow?

Yes, the memorial and museum is about 1 hour 30 minutes away by road.

UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.