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Things to see in Wrocław (Poland): 87 places and when to go
Wrocław is a city in Poland with around 635,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 87 places in and around it, mainly History (37), Nature (21), Hiking (13). The best known are Centennial Hall, National Museum in Wrocław and Wrocław Cathedral. The best time to come is May to October and December; also possible: January to April and November. In June there are 16 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Poland · 51.1104, 17.03
- Population
- About 635,000
- Places
- 87 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (37) · Nature (21) · Hiking (13) · Mountains (11) · Temples (9) · Wildlife (9)
- Best time
- May to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to April and November.
- Nearest airport
- WRO Wrocław, 10 km as the crow flies
What to see in Wrocław
The places in and around Wrocław, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Centennial HallMulti-purpose hall in Wrocław, Poland3.3 km
- National Museum in WrocławMuseum in Wrocław, Poland1.2 km
- Wrocław CathedralHistoric catholic church in Poland1.2 km
- Racławice PanoramaMuseum in Wrocław, Poland presenting monumental cycloramic painting depicting the Battle of Racławice1.0 km
- Gola CastleHistorical castle in Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland45 km
- St. Elizabeth's Church, WrocławChurch in Wrocław, Poland138 m
- Wrocław ZooZoo in Poland3.2 km
- Wrocław Town HallCity hall171 m
- University of Wrocław Botanical GardenBotanical garden1.4 km
- Japanese Garden, WrocławExotic garden in Wrocław, Poland3.5 km
- IglicaArchitectural structure3.2 km
- Monument of John of Nepomuk and church of the Holy Cross in WrocławMonument in Wrocław, Poland1.1 km
- Oleśnica CastleCastle in Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland27 km
- Aleksander Fredro MonumentMonument in Wrocław, Poland123 m
- Wojsławice ArboretumPark in Niemcza, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland46 km
- Aula LeopoldinaBaroque ceremonial hall of Wrocław University440 m
- Leśnica CastleCastle in Leśnica, Poland12 km
- Basilica of St. John the Evangelist, OleśnicaChurch building in Oleśnica, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland27 km
- Rędzin BridgeMotorway bridge in Wrocław, Poland7.1 km
- Sibyllenort PalaceFormer palace in Szczodre, Poland (formerly Sibyllenort, Silesia)15 km
- Bystrzyca Valley Landscape ParkLandscape park in Poland24 km
- Muzeum Dawnego Kupiectwa w ŚwidnicyMuseum in Poland48 km
- Palace in BrzezinkaPalace in Poland, Lower Silesian Voivodeship35 km
- Palace in DobrocinPalace in Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland48 km
And the other 63, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Dr. Bronisław Turoń Trail Around Wrocław, Gogołów - Glinno, Jelcz - Oława, Krzyżowa PKP, Oborniki Śląskie - Biskupice Oławskie, Piława Górna – Niemcza, Strzelce - Ząbkowice Śląskie, Świdnica – Krzyżowa, Świdnica – Miłochów, Twardogóra, ul. Poznańska - Twardogóra, ul. Poznańska, Via Regia, Wołów, rynek - Wołów, rynek, Wrocław Muchobór Wielki - Sobótka, PKP
- Nature: Partisans' Hill, Wrocław, Mała Sobótka, Popiel, Rezerwat Łacha Jelcz, Rezerwat Rogalice, Kotowice Lookout Tower, Gajowicki Park in Wrocław, Wzgórze Kapliczne, Wzgórze Kilimandżaro, Wzgórze Maślickie, Wzgórze przy Ceglanej, Wzgórze Słowiańskie, Wzgórze Tarnogajskie, Dolina Łachy, Stawy w Borowej, Wysoki Las, Wzgórza Warzęgowskie
- With kids: Aquapark Wrocław, Basen Brochów, Sala Zabaw Cinema Fun, Venomous Art, Zoo Team
- History: Arsenał Wrocławski przy Bramie Mikołajskiej, Bastion Ceglarski, Wrocław, Bagieniec manor house, Fencer sculpture, Wrocław, Virgin Mary Queen of Poland church in Przerzeczyn-Zdrój, Saint John of Nepomuk church in Wrocław, Krzyżowa Palace, Stolberg Palace, Palace in Boguszyce, Piotrkowice (Gross Peterwitz) Palace, Castle in Jelcz-Laskowice, Manor in Ślęza, Niemcza Castle, Castle in Smolec, Mauzoleum Piastów Śląskich, "New Castle" in Bagno, Manor in Kietlin, Pałac w Komorowicach, Palace in Marszowice, Ledigenheim in Wrocław, Holy Trinity church in Żórawina, Pałac Brzeźno Spa & Golf
- Museums and art: Museum of Motorisation Topacz in Ślęza
- Temples: Cerkiew pw. św. Dymitra z Tesalonik, Exaltation of the Holy Cross church in Sośnica, Kościół pw. Świętego Józefa Oblubieńca Najświętszej Marii Panny
- Food and drink: Browar Stu Mostów
- Stargazing: Instytut Astronomiczny
When to go to Wrocław
The best time to visit Wrocław is May to October and December; also possible: January to April and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:09
- FebPossible9:44
- MarPossible11:32
- AprPossible13:35
- MayBest time15:20
- JunBest time16:18
- JulBest time15:54
- AugBest time14:22
- SepBest time12:22
- OctBest time10:23
- NovPossible8:36
- DecBest time7:41
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41. In May, 86 of the 87 places are at their best.
When to go to Poland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Wrocław
The nearest main airport is Copernicus Wrocław Airport (WRO, Wrocław), 10 km as the crow flies. How to get around Poland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Trzebnica22 places22 km
- Miękinia20 places23 km
- Sobótka46 places33 km
- Bierutów5 places36 km
- Strzelin24 places36 km
- Brzeg18 places42 km
And all of Poland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Wrocław?
The best known: Centennial Hall, National Museum in Wrocław, Wrocław Cathedral, Racławice Panorama, Gola Castle. In all, 87 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Wrocław?
May to October and December; also possible: January to April and November. In June there are 16 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41.
How do you get to Wrocław?
The nearest main airport is Copernicus Wrocław Airport (WRO), 10 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Wrocław as the destination and these 87 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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