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At the end of Fall, Poland marks one of the most significant and solemn religious holidays, All Saints’ Day. On that day, Poles visit cemeteries and gather around their family graves, laying flowers and lighting candles in memory of...

Millennium Docs Against Gravity is the largest Polish film festival and the only film festival in Europe that takes place in seven different cities at once: Warsaw, Gdynia, Wrocław, Katowice, Bydgoszcz, Lublin, and Poznań, and now for...

Winter tourism is a type of niche travel that Poland is ideally situated to accommodate. Gleaming city lights and decorations beckon to explore while cozy cafes offer a warming refuge from the chill.

Fryderyk Chopin is undoubtedly considered one of the world's greatest composers. No other pianist before or since has contributed as many significant works to the piano's repertoire, at the exact moment so movingly capturing music's...

Discover amazing assets of the Polish countryside The Polish countryside and Polish cuisine are a perfect pair of tourism assets that harmonise  seamlessly with the slow life and slow food trends that so many tourists look for today....

The Centre of Polish Sculpture in Orońsko is one of the three other locations in Poland where the sculptures will be on display until October 17th, 2021. 

The Golden Polish Autumn is just but a brief period between the end of September and the beginning of October. While it lasts, however, it turns Poland into a stirring and sensational mélange of colors, breathtaking vistas, and...

The PBS travel series „Family Travel with Collen Kelly,” is visiting Poland, shooting scenes for the upcoming episode.

Discover many amazing sites and historical events! Since its inception Poland has been in the centre of Europe at the junction of different cultures. That’s why when you visit, you will discover multicultural and varied traditions,...

The National Institute of Cultural Heritage has launched a new version of the ZABYTEK.PL portal. It is the only place on the Internet with a complete collection of nearly 500,000 historic buildings and constructions listed in the...

What if you could feel a gentle breeze in your hair, gazing out across the picturesque panorama of rooftops, church towers, town halls and mysterious streets? Poland’s cities, both big and small, have plenty of these viewpoints,...

The fence surrounding the historic building of the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in New York became a backdrop for the “Poland-ready when you are” exhibition.

Museums in Poland are far from boring! It’s impossible to be bored at Polish museums. They change just as fast as the reality around us. The times of displaying nothing but objects within four walls are becoming history. Today it’s...

In 2021, the St. Dominic's Fair will observe its 761 anniversary and take place from Saturday, July 24th to Sunday, August 15th

Come to Poland and find out it offers much more than you expected!

The Promised land, Textile City, a place of dialogue for four cultures – these are just some of the names used over the years to describe Łódź.

Poland’s beauty hidden in literature Choosing a holiday destination, we often seek emotional, positive inspiration. Book Lovers Day is an excellent opportunity to set off on a journey that follows the lead of exciting literature by...

Zalipie is considered Poland's prettiest, most picturesque village. Colorful cottages adorned with vibrant hand-painted flowers win visitors' hearts.

Due to the decreasing number of cases, Poland is introducing further easing of restrictions related to COVID-19.

While there are plenty of reasons to explore the country, there is no question that the World Heritage Sites of Poland are some of the biggest draws. Thanks to Poland's natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural vibrancy,...

The film Of Animals and Men tells the story of the Żabiński family, the long-standing keepers of the Warsaw Zoo, already extensively covered in Niki Caro's The Zookeeper's Wife.

When the temperatures warm up each summer, Poland comes alive as a truly remarkable destination. While there is no unpleasant time to explore Poland, summer is a popular season for travelers who want to explore the amazing landscape...

Amazing traditions and costumes in Polish regions Polish roads will take you to many places with fascinating local customs and original traditions. The most notable tradition is… Polish hospitality! You are sure to get a taste of it...

This May, Poland has seen a significant decline in coronavirus cases leading to the gradual easing of restrictions across the country.

Many Americans and Canadians with Polish roots grow interested in tracing their family heritage to rediscover their ancestral ties to Poland.

Mild climate, expanses of clean beaches, enchanting cities. Poland is the best place for a summer holiday. It offers a remarkable combination of historical cities packed with attractions, sandy beaches stretching to the horizon, and...

Travelers looking for a good hike will find plenty of reasons to plan a trip to Poland. Whether you enjoy weeklong hikes that span many miles or just want to take a day or two out of city sightseeing to get in touch with nature, the...

From April 30th to May 9th, 2021 special floral arrangements will decorate the castle terraces and grounds. You can expect fountains, plant alleys and tunnels adorned with elegant and colorful bouquets and flower decorations.

Away from the hustle and bustle of busy cities, explore Poland’s wild world of nature. Discover stunning landscapes, majestic forests, and pristine national parks along with endless sandy beaches and a land of one thousand lakes....

The Wooden Architecture Route is one of the largest interregional undertakings created to propagate local cultural heritage. The trail connects the most treasured wooden structures located in the provinces of southern Poland, and even...

Multimedia, interactive Polish history exhibitions Lying at the junction of different cultures, Poland has multicultural traditions and distinctive historical monuments. Many valuable sites and landmarks illustrating Polish history...

Bringing back home souvenirs is an obligatory element of every trip. They are little reminders of adventures, journeys, and explorations and help us keep those memories alive and relevant for a bit longer. They can also serve as...

In Poland, Easter is one of the most joyful and meaningful religious holidays. On Easter Sunday, the church bells ring exceptionally, announcing the resurrection of Christ. In the Podhale region, it was widely believed that the church...

One of the biggest attractions of Poland is its wealth of natural beauty. Poland has been blessed with spectacular mountains, vibrant forests, sandy beaches, and alluring lakes. Travelers who want to combine both rich cultural...

As of March 28th, 2022, Poland has lifted most of its Covid-19 travel restrictions, including the quarantine requirements for travelers arriving from EU/Schengen and non-EU/Schengen countries.

We are just steps away from the first days of calendar spring, which officially starts on March 21st. Spring’s warmer weather and increased daylight hours make it one of the best and favorite seasons to many of us. Poland is a perfect...

Being able to relax surrounded by greenery and nature, but without losing out on what a city has to offer: this is many a person’s dream, but is it realistic? It is in Poland! Discover the country’s wonderful urban centres that...

Each country has its own customs and habits that have been established over the generations. Sometimes these can seem unusual and peculiar to visitors. Poland, too has a few quirky traditions worth mentioning.

While many approach the idea that an object or specific action can influence one's fate with varying degrees of skepticism, we cannot deny a particular attraction to these superstitions' mysterious side. Polish culture is rich with...

Each country's culinary traditions are the reflection of its soul and often serve as a guide used by visitors set to choose their travel destinations.

Poland Convention Bureau of Polish Tourism Organisation in cooperation with SITE Poland introduced a new tool dedicated to the promotion of Poland.

The photography exhibition "Gourmet's View of Książ" is one of the latest displays to draw attention.

You can find majestic European bison, wild boar and long-legged elk in many of Poland’s unique natural sites, of which there is an abundance. Our forests take up almost 30% of the country’s area. We have 23 national and 125 landscape...

Fat Thursday or the Pączki Day is the only day in Poland where you are expected to devour pączki, faworki, and other sweet pastries with guiltless impunity.

Poland, a top 2021 post-COVID-19 travel destination

A family day trip in Warsaw can sure be a bunch of fun. The range of possible activities is extensive, entertaining, age-appropriate, and even crummy weather will not put a damper on the grand family fun.  

After a very long winter, we’re all looking forward to the delights that spring may bring. Poland’s cities blend diverse architecture, rich history and a vibrant culinary scene with beautiful parks and open green spaces. From Warsaw,...

You need to fully explore winter to appreciate its unique character and reveal its magic and mysteries. Poland boasts a wide range of exceptional places, whose beauty is especially prominent in winter.

The Tatra mountains are an iconic location with their own breathtaking sights, outdoor adventures, and local customs and traditions.  The rocky peaks reach between 2,000 to 5,000 thousand feet with the highest Rysy peak towering at...

Your favorite Poland destination contest.

The Polish Tourism Organization wishes you a Merry Christmas, and a holiday season full of peace, joy, and health as well as many unforgettable journeys in 2021.

Unique experiences powered by locals in Poland What do the products in the title have in common? Let’s add wine, pottery and gingerbread to the mix. Then glass, proziak and lace… Isn’t that intriguing? Yes, they are all unique...

Unfortunate pandemic restrictions on hotel accommodations and Christmas markets cancellations damped the usual winter and holiday spirit. Nevertheless, winter tourism is a type of niche travel which Poland is ideally situated to...

The General Assembly of the International Federation of Camping and Caravanning selected and announced Poland as the host of the International Camping and Caravanning Rally in 2023.

Once the pandemic is over, the Polish Tourism Organisation plans to turn to its attention to cultural and sporting events to attract more foreign tourists. The 2023 European Games, scheduled to take place in Krakow and the Malopolska...

Poznan Christmas Market has been short-listed as one of Europe’s top Christmas Markets by European Best Destinations and is now in the running to be crowned the best Christmas Market in 2021!

Poland's landscapes are home to an incredible array of wildlife that you can find in all nooks and corners of the country.

The mysterious castle of Krzyżtopór roughly translates into a cross and ax, which also happens to be its symbol.

The Wawel Royal Castle is one of the most recognized castles in Poland and hallmarks of Kraków.