11 days in Gdansk, Krakow & Zakopane Itinerary

Museum of Amber - Museum of Gdansk and Monte Cassino are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Mariacka Street (ulica Mariacka) and Sala BHP. Step out of Gdansk to go to Malbork and see Muzeum Zamkowe w Malborku, which is approximately 54 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Neptune's Fountain (Fontanna Neptuna), admire the landmark architecture of Crooked House, browse the different shops at Forum Gdansk, and enjoy breathtaking views from Sopot Pier.

For photos, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Gdansk travel website.

If you are flying in from United Arab Emirates, the closest major aiport is Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in March, and nighttime lows around 0°C. You'll set off for Krakow on the 20th (Mon).

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Krakow Arcade Museum and Krakil Museum of Illusions. Let the collections at Rynek (Old Square) Underground and Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera capture your imagination. There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Stare Miasto, contemplate the long history of Sukiennice (Cloth Hall), appreciate the extensive heritage of Wawel Royal Castle, and stop by Kazmierz The Former Jewish District.

For more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read Krakow trip planning site.

Traveling by flight from Gdansk to Krakow takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. March in Krakow sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C at night. You'll set off for Zakopane on the 23rd (Thu).

Appreciate the collections at Muzeum Oscypka Zakopane and Be Happy Museum Zakopane. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Lake Morskie Oko and Chocholowskie Termy. When in Zakopane, make a side trip to see The Black Pond in Tatra National Park, approximately Tatra National Park away. There's much more to do: take in the awesome beauty at Kasprowy Wierch, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Myszogrod, admire the striking features of Upside Down House (Dom Do Gory Nogami), and don't miss a visit to Krupowki Street.

For reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Zakopane online trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Krakow to Zakopane takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. March in Zakopane sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C at night.