Where to Go for a Weekend Getaway
The capital of Lower Silesia is an excellent destination for sightseeing, perfect for both short weekend trips and longer stays. We encourage you to explore the many possibilities this city and its surroundings have to offer.
Wrocław's attractions will appeal to both history and architecture enthusiasts, as well as those who enjoy more contemporary entertainment. The city is full of historic buildings, as well as great parks, theaters, museums, and more. It caters to leisurely strollers, cultural experience seekers, and fans of vibrant nightlife, concerts, parties, and sports events.
Wrocław hosts numerous events, fairs, and markets that attract a lot of interest. The most famous events include the Christmas Market, St. John's Fair, Guitar Guinness World Record, and Europe on the Fork, all taking place in the Market Square, as well as various fairs, concerts, and sports events at the Stadium, Partynice Racetrack, and Centennial Hall.
All of this makes Wrocław a destination visited by millions of tourists from around the world every year. We encourage you to join this crowd and create unforgettable memories in this place. We are confident that your time in Wrocław will be 100% satisfying!
Top 10 Attractions in Wrocław Worth Knowing
There are many places worth seeing in Wrocław at almost every turn. To fully enjoy the city's tourist opportunities, it's worth dedicating a few days to sightseeing. However, even a weekend trip can be rewarding, allowing you to experience at least some of the sites and attractions.
We have prepared a subjective list of the top 10 attractions in Wrocław that will help you get the most positive impressions from this city. We encourage you to check out our suggestions!
1. Market Square
This is the vibrant heart of Wrocław, captivating with its beauty and numerous attractions. You can visit almost any time of day or night and always find something interesting. From our hotel, it is just a 10-minute walk. The central point of the Market Square is the historic Gothic-Renaissance Town Hall with a tower 66 meters high. Inside, you will find the Museum of Bourgeois Art. We also encourage you to stroll through the stunning Cloth Hall.
The Wrocław Market Square is surrounded by beautiful tenement houses. Exploring all the charms of this place may take a significant part of the day, but it is definitely worth it!
2. District of Four Denominations
In this part of the Old Town, you can feel the rich and diverse history of Wrocław like nowhere else. The District of Four Denominations is located between Kazimierza Wielkiego, św. Antoniego, św. Mikołaja, and Pawła Włodkowica streets. Here, you will find four impressive historic temples, each dedicated to a different religious denomination.
Tourists visiting Wrocław can explore the White Stork Synagogue, the Evangelical Church of the Divine Providence, the Roman Catholic Church of St. Anthony of Padua, and the Orthodox Cathedral of the Nativity of the Holy Virgin Mary. All of these sacred sites are extremely interesting.
Nearby is also the highly regarded New Horizons Cinema, presenting non-commercial, unique, and artistic films. It is the venue for Poland's largest International Film Festival, New Horizons, available both in-person in Wrocław and online.
3. Ostrów Tumski
Wrocław's attractions are scattered throughout the city, but it's worth spending more time in its very center. Near our hotel is Ostrów Tumski, the oldest preserved part of Wrocław, where a stronghold once stood. Nowadays, you can visit the churches of St. Giles and St. Martin, as well as the remnants of the Piast dynasty's castle.
One of the most magnificent Wrocław churches is also here: the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, which was rebuilt after the destructions of World War II. Its tower houses an observation deck offering a fantastic panorama of the entire city.
Here, too, is the famous Tumski Bridge, known as the Lovers' Bridge.
4. Racławice Panorama and National Museum
Located next to each other are places worth seeing for every art lover: the Racławice Panorama and the National Museum building.
The former houses a monumental painting created by a team of artists under the direction of Jan Styka and Wojciech Kossak, depicting the Battle of Racławice during the Kościuszko Uprising. Special lighting and perspective techniques give the painting a three-dimensional illusion.
The National Museum in Wrocław is housed in a beautiful historic building near the Racławice Panorama. It is one of the most important cultural sites in the country. Its collection includes hundreds of thousands of exhibits, among which you can find paintings, sculptures, artistic installations, tombstones, stained glass, and archaeological finds.
5. Centennial Hall
What else is worth seeing in Wrocław besides the sites grouped around the Old Town? Definitely the so-called Great Island. This district is home to the Centennial Hall, built at the beginning of the 20th century.
This building is considered one of the most important architectural works of the last century. In 2006, it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Its impressive dome has a diameter 1.5 times larger than that of the famous Pantheon in Rome.
Next to the Hall is the Four Domes Pavilion, housing a very interesting collection of contemporary art belonging to the National Museum. Nearby is also the beautiful pergola and multimedia fountain, perfect for a bit of outdoor relaxation.
6. Szczytnicki Park
Among the most interesting attractions in Wrocław, it is impossible not to mention the largest city park. Founded at the end of the 18th century as a private garden, it features beautiful rhododendron groves, a rose garden, an arboretum, and numerous natural monuments. It's a wonderful place for sightseeing and picnicking, away from the city's hustle and bustle.
One of the main tourist points in Szczytnicki Park is the Japanese Garden, a unique place with about 200 species of trees, shrubs, and flowers, many of which come from the Far East. They grow amidst streams, cascades, and ponds, as well as unique Japanese architecture.
Also located in Szczytnicki Park is the centuries-old wooden Church of St. John of Nepomuk with a very interesting history.
7. Wrocław Zoo
Close to the Centennial Hall and Szczytnicki Park is another exceptional place worth visiting: the local zoo, the oldest and largest facility of its kind in Poland.
While visiting, you can see not only unique animal species but also many historic buildings from the 19th century. Many of them are still in use as enclosures.
The zoo also houses the Afrykarium, showcasing aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems from Africa. It is the first attraction of its kind in Poland.
8. Hydropolis
When listing places worth seeing in Wrocław, one cannot forget about Hydropolis. This is a scientific center dedicated to water and one of the most modern facilities of its kind in Europe.
Here, you can enjoy numerous interactive installations illustrating water from different perspectives. Additionally, there are many multimedia exhibits that captivate both adults and children.
9. Kolejkowo and Sky Tower
This is a fantastic place to visit with children, but not only. On 335 square meters, you can see detailed models depicting city life and interesting sites in Lower Silesia.
Kolejkowo is also a dream tourist spot for all train enthusiasts. You can see 27 running models moving on nearly a kilometer of tracks.
Sky Tower, the skyscraper housing Kolejkowo, is one of the tallest buildings in Poland. It features an observation deck over 200 meters high.
10. Wrocław Dwarfs
When listing Wrocław's attractions, one must mention these charming creatures: sculptures located in various parts of the city, depicting dwarfs engaged in their daily activities.
Wrocław is home to over 380 of these figures. A great way to spend an exciting day is to plan a walk along the Wrocław Dwarfs trail and document it with photos, which will be a wonderful souvenir of your stay in the city!
Our hotel also has its own dwarf, Plazuś, located right in front of the main entrance.
Wrocław - Where to Stay?
The list of Wrocław's attractions is much longer, and it is impossible to see them all in one day. Therefore, we encourage you to take advantage of the HP Park Plaza Hotel offer, located in the heart of the city. We are an excellent base for exploring the entire city.
We offer 177 comfortable, fully air-conditioned rooms of various sizes and standards. Our guests also have access to the hotel restaurant and bar. After a busy day of sightseeing, you can relax in the spa area, preparing for the next days full of tourist challenges.
We invite you to make reservations online on the hotel website or by phone. Our qualified staff will gladly provide additional information about our offer and suggest solutions tailored to your individual needs. We can also help in booking tickets for numerous local attractions.