Things to do & places to visit in Eastern Poland, Poland

An area that changed flags several times in the 20th century, Eastern Poland consists of Podlaskie, Lublin and Subcarpathian Voivodships (Provinces). The largest cities in each are Bialystok, Lublin and Zamosc respectively. The Masurian Lake District in the northeast includes Wigry National Park and Lake Hancza, the deepest lake in Poland. Bialowieza National Park, on the Belarusian border, protects one of the last remaining sections of a huge primeval forest that once covered Eastern Europe.

Eastern Poland #4 destination in Poland 2023. The average rating score is 4.47 based on 9.765 traveler reviews, of 61 attractions. Timezone: Europe/Warsaw, current date and time: Sunday, May 05, 2024, 7:11.

Top things to do (28)

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5.0 Majdanek State Museum (735 reviews)
- Fundamental experience
Historic Sites

The visit to the Majdanek nazi concentrtion camp is dramatic and moving, but it is also very important in order to keep up the memory of the past, in order to repeat: NEVERMORE! The camp is well preserved, open all day, and the visit is free. All information is written in Polish, Hebrew and English, so is accessible to everyone. Many barracks were preserved or reconstructed and some of them host interesting displays. The memorial monument is awesome, a real rocky mountain carved and eroded in order to express all the suffering. If you come to Poland, you definitely need to come to Lublin and see this museum. See more..
5.0 Armenian Tenement Houses (114 reviews)
- The Dream of Jan Zamoyski
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • History Museums

Founded in 1580 by Jan Zamoyski, the Hetman (Head of the Army) of the Polish-Lithuania Commonwealth, Zamosc Starowka is one of the most beautiful Old town Squares in Poland. The very wealthy Jan Zamoyski contracted the Italian architect, Bernardo Morando to design a city based on the Renaissance style of Padua,Italy, and I have to say he did a brilliant job of it. The most prominent building is the Ratusz (Town Hall) on the North side of the square which is adjoined by beautiful Armenian Tenements, classic arcaded houses, various restaurants, Souvenir shops and other shops where you can spend many hours browsing or just sitting around the square admiring the buildings or stroll around the side streets discovering all the many other delightful sights of this wonderful City. See more..
5.0 Roztocze National Park (80 reviews)
- Excellent spot, beautiful views
Sunday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM National Parks

It is a perfect idea to go there during spring or summer, just to walk around the wild paths and contemplate the nature. Just be prepared for huge amount of mosquitos and take proper shoes as the area is a bit swampy. See more..
4.5 Lublin Old Town (1.238 reviews)
- Advice from my trip in Lublin
Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites

A Lublin Old Town is a really good place for evening walking. It`s not crowded and cozy. A majority of people are young because it`s the student city. I recommend you to view a Lublin Castle then you can rise to a Castle Tower and enjoy a panorama of a Castle Square. If we talk about a cuisine, a traditional dish in Lublin is "cebularz". It`s just the flapjack with an onion and a poppy seed filling but it`s pretty tasty if you like the onion, of course. So you should try it. Moreover, if you like a fastfood, you need to visit Paprica Kebab. You will find a lot of tasty dishes there. If you are a drink lover you need to go to a bar "Pijalnia wodki i piwa". It has available prices on a beer, shots, a cider and other drinks. I wish you a good trip! See more..
4.5 Branicki Palace (501 reviews)
- Impressive
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

A lovely grand building in the centre of the town. There is a Post Office at the back! To the rear there is an Italian garden, but the one at the front with the fountains is better. See more..
4.5 The Lublin Castle (424 reviews)
- I am impressed
Spent 2-3 hours Castles

I went to the Castle without any plan. I was lucky, cause there was exhibition of Tamara Lempicka paintings. I totally loved this collection and the way it was exposed. Maybe just one remark: for this collection should be dedicated like double this space, it would make it easier to see its’ pieces among all these visitors. Even though the ticket was expensive (40 PLN for temporary exhibition is a lot) but I think it was worth it, especially when I downloaded Museum’s application I had access to very interesting audiobook that made my visit even more valuable for me. I will definitely visits Castle when I’ll be visiting Lublin again See more..
4.5 Korzeniowy Dol Gorge (336 reviews)
- Great natural spot
Geologic Formations

A beautiful place for nature lovers. Our daughter learned about loess gorges at school , so we wanted to show them to her. Near the ravine two parking lots, so you can safely stop. A walk on the gorge lasts up to 15 minutes. See more..
4.5 The Lublin Open Air Village Museum (323 reviews)
- SWMBO loved it
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

The Lublin Open Air Village Museum was established in 1970. Set in 60 acres of picturesque land it is one of the largest open air museums in Poland. The area is composed of several parts reflecting particular geographical units of Lublin region. Our Museum preserves the historic images of villages, manors and provincial towns with their regional characteristic features of buildings and settlement layouts. Field crops, gardens and livestock enrich the open air museum exhibition. Customs, rituals and daily work of people living in the past are recreated thanks to the abundance of exhibits. At present, traditional rural architecture of Lublin Upland, Roztocze and Vistula River Region is represented, whereas Podlasie as well as Bug River Region are still under construction. The image of the past is complemented by a provincial town and a manor house accompanied by a park. What you may find particularly appealing about the Museum are the 17th century Roman Catholic church and th See more..
4.5 Bialowieza Forest (310 reviews)
- Stunningly beautiful forested area in Eastern Poland
Forests

I visited Bialowieza forest and village many, many years ago in the mid 90s (I had to lie in the "when did you go" section). I remember it as a truly beautiful place. I was lucky enough to be able to roam the forest preserve because I was there as an educational connection. The forest is like something out of another world and whilst most people might not be as lucky as I was there are still tours that allow you to see the forest. The whole areas is incredibly beautiful. Bialowieza village has a charm of its own and the surrounding villages too. In the 90s it was a bit of a challenge to get to. I'm sure that is very different now. If you ever get the oppurtunity to visit Bialowieza then you should do it. I plan to travel again and Bialowieza is on my list. See more..
4.5 Kosciuszko Market Square (293 reviews)
- Cool city market square as many in Europe
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The market square is the central place of every old town. Currently, they are generally very touristic places where you can eat, drink and watch life. The Białystok market square is nice, on the one hand the town hall is pleasant to the eye, and on the other, old churches. Quite a quiet place, Białystok is a local center, but considering the global conditions it is a small city in eastern Poland. See more..
4.5 Old Town (279 reviews)
- The city of one very coherent vision.
Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings

The city of one very coherent vision. It is true that Zamość is far from the beaten paths of today's Poland. However, it is a gem worth seeing if you have come to Poland for longer and have some time. It is an IDEAL CITY according to the builders' intention, of course in the Renaissance / Baroque idea. It was built for one man, maybe his family. Sometimes they call Zamość the Padua of the North. The vision was taken from the solutions of Italian cities. Generally speaking, it is beautiful, but in fact you will visit everything from cover to cover from morning to dusk in two days. The city is also a so-called compact city, because it was contained in walls also built in the shape of the Renaissance. What we are seeing now is the modernization from the 1830s. See more..
4.5 Magiczne ogrody (191 reviews)
- WOW
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Amusement & Theme Parks

This place is amazing for young children. So many attractions inside, you can spent there a whole day. A must visit if you are with kids in the area. See more..
4.5 Kruszyniany Mosque (176 reviews)
- Incredible
Historic Sites

There is a Mosque (quite rare in Poland), one of two in Poland and mizar (muslim cementary) - very interesting tourist place. See more..
4.5 Holocaust Memorial Wall (170 reviews)
- Common History of Nations
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Cemeteries • Religious Sites

I decided to write about this place for several reasons. It is a place that concerns our common History and its repression is associated with our (Poles) complexes. We pretend that there were no Jews, but cemeteries are a proof of a completely different reality. Located by the road, on the edge of a hill and in the forest makes it unnoticed for us. Rebuilt from what was left after years of "repression" forces us to reflect. I recommend stopping by at least for a few moments just to think about what caused that a large part of our nation, which were Jews, suddenly ceased to exist. How much has our National Heritage lost through this loss. JC See more..
4.5 Ratusz w Zamosciu (165 reviews)
- Looks like something out of 'Frozen' really beautiful building, centre stage in a picturesque square
Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings

Picture post card views with plenty of excellent bars and cafes. Definitely walk the city walls to experience the history of the City for yourself. See more..
4.5 Trinity Tower (162 reviews)
- Fabulous view!!!
Architectural Buildings

Best view on the whole Lublin city! Take binoculars with you! Enterteining as well when you go up and up the stairs! See more..
4.5 Zamoyski Palace Museum (153 reviews)
- Pearl aside touristic trap
Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

Great place aside the tourist trap. Very well preserved palace full of authentic interior details. One hour guided tour. Be aware: working hours are quite short and couple of months per year it is closed. Plan your visit carefully. See more..
4.5 Rynek Wielki w Zamościu (152 reviews)
- Amazing place
Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings

Amazing place to visit with great restaurants and very friendly people. We have decided to hire a bike from a information centre located on the main square. We found this way the best abd cheapest option. See more..
4.5 Muzeum Ikon/ Museum of Icons (148 reviews)
- A great display of icons!
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

The museum is different. Including the exhibition was well organized. I've been to museums where there were many more icons, but this display is the best I've ever seen. I highly recommend. See more..
4.5 Tykocin Synagogue (144 reviews)
- Absolutely worth seeing!
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Despite the name Grand, the synagogue does not seem huge when viewed from the outside. Once inside, you wonder why such a large space inside. The synagogue from the 17th century was destroyed during World War II. Nowadays it is superbly restored and it is worth visiting. See more..
4.5 Bialowieza National Park Tours (141 reviews)
- Bisons
National Parks

Oferujemy usługi przewodnickie w obiektach Białowieskiego Parku Narodowego - Muzeum Przyrodniczo-Leśne, Obszar Ochrony Ścisłej,Rezerwat Pokazowy Żubrów, Park Pałacowy- w regionie Puszczy Białowieskiej oraz na terenie województwa podlaskiego. See more..
4.5 Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (115 reviews)
- Amazing church
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

From a distance this church in the old town center of Bialystok is definitely an eye catcher. With its two towers it dominates the surroundings. Personally I liked the outside better then the inside. But if you are in Bialystok, you must visit this symbol of Polish religion! See more..
4.5 Zoo Zamość (109 reviews)
- Great fun for all!
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Zoos

Lovely place, for those with children and without. Couples can go for some romantic time and sit down for ice cream. Right in the city centre, easy to find. Relaxing walk from the old town. The place is well managed and the animals well looked after. A must see while visiting Zamosc! See more..
4.5 Baszta (105 reviews)
- Friends trip- must to visit.
Ancient Ruins • Lookouts • Military Bases & Facilities • Observation Decks & Towers

Lovely place in top of Kazimierz Dolny. You can see view of river and ruin of castle .Highly recommendation See more..
4.5 Metropolitan Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and John the Evangelist (104 reviews)
- Built at the height of the glory of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth
Churches & Cathedrals

Built at the height of the glory of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. It is one of the examples of our culture and even Central European civilization. It is very richly decorated and is one of the most beautiful churches of this type. That is why it is sometimes difficult to visit it, because there is always something going on there, from the funeral to the baptism to the wedding. I was never able to visit it calmly because I was at the wrong times. See more..
4.5 Akcent ZOO (92 reviews)
- Charming place for relaxing walk :)
Spent 1-2 hours Zoos

Incredibly neat and charming place! Beautifully situated inside well maintained Zwierzyniec Park. Well attended. Super entertainment for everyone. It's realy enjable seeing the animals surrounding areas: brown bears, bisons, deers and wild boar, wolves, wildcats ... and a lot of birds of prey. I strongly recomend it for everybody who will find an hour of spare time for good relaxation :) See more..
4.5 Fontanna Multimedialna Lublin (86 reviews)
- Popular place
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Fountains

Such installations in Poland enjoy great admiration and satisfaction among residents and tourists. The computer-controlled system enables the water to dance in the trough. Often, such attractions are illuminated and there is music or voice. See more..
4.5 Aquapark Suwalki (82 reviews)
- Fun in the water
Amusement & Theme Parks

This is a very nice activity for kids and families and in general for people of all ages. Many attractions and areas for relaxing. They have a cafeteria and a gym. Sauna and many other zones to enjoy. Waterslides are quite popular. I recommend this waterpark as it is quite clean and well maintained. See more..
4.5 St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church (80 reviews)
- The best Orthodox choir in the region, if not Poland.
Churches & Cathedrals

This is the main Orthodox church in central Bialystok. It can be crowded at mass times, but that is the best time to go and hear the glorious choir. They also have a guesthouse behind, which is a hidden gem for budget tourists. See more..
4.5 Gora Grabarka (75 reviews)
- Holy Place with Eight Hundred Years of Tradition
Religious Sites

One of the most visited places in Poland. A pilgrimage site for the Orthodox Church and great tourist attraction of East Poland See more..