Tourist Attractions in Wroclaw

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Wroclaw

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About Wroclaw

Wrocław on the Oder is a city of greenery and bridges, a prize-winning city in the ongoing struggle of European monarchs for power over Silesia. Wroclaw was founded in the year 1000 and since then it has been part of many states until it was finally returned to Poland after 1945. The constant change of rulers also affected the appearance of the city. Today, tourists can observe a mixture of architectural styles of different eras in the streets.

The main attractions of Wroclaw are located on Tumski Island, as well as around the Market Square and surrounding neighbourhoods. The main tourist routes pass by medieval temples, palaces, museums, parks and gardens. Wroclaw is beautiful in any weather, but it is especially beautiful in spring, when the first leaves appear on the trees.

Top-25 Tourist Attractions in Wroclaw

Wrocław Market Square

 4.8/5

74530 reviews

Wrocław’s market square is the centre of life in the medieval city, where major events took place, trade unfolded and people learnt the latest news. Among the mansions of nobles and ancient buildings, the Town Hall occupies a special place. This magnificent late Gothic structure was built from the 14th to the 16th centuries. Today, the town council building houses a historical museum.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Życzliwek Gnome

 4.7/5

1170 reviews

Small bronze statues that started appearing in Wrocław in the early 2000s. They can be found all over the city. For tourists there are even special maps with the location of the gnomes. Periodically, the sculptures are broken or stolen, and new ones are installed in their place. Each gnome has its own story, which the traveller can hear from the guide.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Aquapark Wrocław

 4.4/5

32870 reviews

Wrocław Water Park was built in 2008. It is very popular with locals and tourists. Visiting the slides will be a great alternative to long walking tours of historical places and will give you new energy for further walks. In addition to rides and pools, the water park has a modern spa area with salt caves and several types of baths.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Wrocław Multimedia Fountain

 4.7/5

15134 reviews

The Centennial Hall is a historic building built in the early 20th century to mark the 100th anniversary of the victory over Napoleon, designed by M. Berg. It was one of the earliest examples of concrete construction, for which it was included in the UNESCO list in 2006. In 2009, a colour and music fountain was opened next to the Hall. In the evenings, during colourful shows, water jets soar 40 metres into the sky and fanciful pictures appear on the water surface.

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The Passage

 4.8/5

2009 reviews

The composition is dedicated to the popular protests of 1981, when Poland was in the midst of a political crisis. It was created by sculptor E. Kalina. The group consists of several figures. Part of them enters underground and represents the people who went missing during the unrest, the other part, on the contrary, comes out of the ground and symbolises the victory over the regime. The composition is dedicated to all those who suffered during the repressions.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
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Cathedral of St. John the Baptist

 4.7/5

9414 reviews

The temple was erected in the 13th century. It was the first Gothic-style religious building in Poland. Moreover, it was the first church built of brick. More than 70% of the building was destroyed during World War II, but part of the historic interior was saved. After reconstruction, the cathedral was re-consecrated in 1951. Restoration work continued until 1991.

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St Elizabeth of Hungary Roman Catholic parish

 4.7/5

1409 reviews

The temple is located on the north-west side of the Market Square. It is distinguished from the surrounding buildings by its imposing 90 metre high tower. Its height used to be 130 metres, but it was reduced after the earthquake of 1529. The church was built in the early 14th century in the Gothic style. In the 13th century it was replaced by the stone Romanesque church of St. Lawrence of Rome.

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Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene

 4.8/5

126 reviews

A 13th-century Gothic church that was destroyed and rebuilt several times in the following centuries. From 1525 the church became Protestant and remained so until the end of the Second World War. Today the Cathedral of St Mary Magdalene has the status of a Catholic cathedral church. The interior of the church was partially damaged in 1945. What remained was moved to the National Museum.

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The City Museum of Wroclaw

 4.6/5

2530 reviews

The palace used to be the residence of the Prussian kings. The building was erected in the early 18th century in the style of Viennese architecture. After Silesia came under Prussian control, the palace was bought by Frederick the Great and converted into his residence. In 1845, the building was rebuilt in the Renaissance style to the design of F. A. Stuhler. After restoration in 2008, a historical museum was opened on the palace grounds.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Galeria Sylwia

 3.9/5

1230 reviews

A covered market located in one of the historical districts of Wrocław. The complex was built in 1908 according to the project of R. Plüdemann. The need to build such a structure arose because at the beginning of the 20th century Wroclaw was one of the most crowded cities in Germany (at that time Poland as a state did not yet exist). Today, the market is still used for its intended purpose. It sells flowers, vegetables and fruit.

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Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Hansel and Gretel Houses

 4.6/5

915 reviews

Jas and Malgosia are characters from a Polish folk tale. Small houses in the centre of Wrocław, which have survived since the 16th century, are named after them. They used to house bell ringers, church workers and undertakers. Today the buildings house an exhibition gallery and the Wrocław Amateur Society. The houses, connected by a small arch, stand at an angle to each other. Formerly there was a cemetery behind them.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Opera Wrocławska

 4.8/5

4431 reviews

The building of the music theatre was erected in the 19th century according to the design of K. F. Langgans in the classical style. Many famous composers are associated with opera: R. Wagner, N. Paganini, R. Strauss, F. Liszt. Wagner, N. Paganini, R. Strauss and F. Liszt. Immediately after its opening, dramatic performances were staged on the stage, and in the beginning of the XX century opera works appeared in the repertoire. The theatre building is a valuable historical monument.

Open time

Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

National Forum of Music

 4.8/5

8332 reviews

A concert venue combining four large halls, three chamber halls, rehearsal rooms, office space and a recording studio. The building was designed by one of the most prestigious architectural studios in Poland. The interior of the Forum is quite laconic and modern. It is designed without excesses and decorations, which are usually characteristic of the interior of a classical philharmonic hall.

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Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

National Museum in Wrocław

 4.6/5

7197 reviews

The Art Gallery, which exhibits works by the best painters and sculptors in Silesia, as well as rich collections of local craftsmen. Many exhibits have been moved here from churches. A separate part of the exposition is devoted to modern Polish art of the 20th century. The National Museum has one of the largest art collections among all Polish galleries.

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Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Panorama of the Battle of Racławice

 4.7/5

19971 reviews

The painting depicts the battle of Racławice, which took place during Kosciuszko’s national liberation movement. Polish rebels fought against Russian troops. The panorama was created in Lviv in honour of the 100th anniversary of the battle. The panorama was created in Lviv in honour of the 100th anniversary of the battle. Kossak and J. Styka. They created a grandiose canvas 114 metres long, 15 metres high and 38 metres in diameter.

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Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Kolejkowo

 4.8/5

12617 reviews

It is a model railway, which consists of 430 metres of railway track, 15 trains and several dozen carriages. All this is set against a backdrop of “animated” rural landscapes of Lower Silesia and scenes from everyday life, beautifully modelled by the creators. The layout is located in the Swiebodskie Station in the centre of Wrocław, about 800 metres from the Market Square.

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Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Hydropolis

 4.4/5

7253 reviews

An interactive centre where visitors can learn a lot about water. It opened in 2016 in a former 19th century underground reservoir, which provided Wrocław with drinking water for a long time. Hydropolis is divided into 8 thematic zones. It is simultaneously a museum, an interactive platform for installations and a place of environmental education. Two hours is enough to visit the exhibition.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

University of Wrocław

 4.5/5

760 reviews

The institution was founded in 1702. It was founded by the Catholic Jesuit Order. At first, the curriculum consisted only of theological and philosophical subjects. Today the university has more than 30 thousand students studying at 12 faculties. The university library holds valuable manuscripts and ancient books published in the Middle Ages.

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Wrocław Market Square

 4.8/5

74530 reviews

Wrocław railway station, where passenger and freight trains arrive. The station was built in the 19th century, in the early 20th century it was enlarged due to increased passenger traffic. Major reconstruction of the building was carried out in 2011-2012. The building is a typical example of European architecture. There are many buildings in a similar style in Eastern European cities.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Sky Tower

 4.3/5

36442 reviews

The tallest building in Wroclaw and the third tallest in Poland. The construction of the skyscraper lasted 5 years and was completed in 2012. Today the size of the tower reaches 212 metres together with the spire, although the original plans were more ambitious – the architects thought to erect a tower of 258 metres. The Sky Tower houses residential apartments, shops, offices and service spaces.

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Grunwald Bridge

 4.7/5

6601 reviews

The suspension bridge over the Oder River is 112 metres long and 18 metres wide. The structure is made of steel, brick and granite. The bridge was built in 1910 to a design by architect R. Plüdemann. The opening took place in the presence of Wilhelm II himself. The pontoon connects the centre of Wrocław with the north-eastern districts of the city. It was originally called the Imperial Bridge, later the Freedom Bridge.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
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Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

The Bridge Wroclaw - MGallery

 4.7/5

1083 reviews

Another bridge over the Oder River. It was built in 1889 to replace an old wooden structure. The bridge used to be open to car traffic, but today only pedestrians are allowed to pass over it. The first major overhaul was only carried out in 1947. In 1976 the pontoon was recognised as a historical monument. Tourists and local youth like to gather on the Tum Bridge.

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ZOO Wrocław

 4.7/5

101091 reviews

The zoo was founded in 1865. Today it occupies a territory of 30 hectares. More than 850 species of animals (over 7 thousand animals) live here. The menagerie appeared in Wrocław thanks to the initiative of the mayor J. Jelwanger. In 1862, the mayor organised a fundraiser. In 2012, the zoo opened an oceanarium with more than 100 species (2,600 animals) of sea and river inhabitants.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Japanese Garden

 4.5/5

18562 reviews

The Japanese garden was laid out in 1913 for the opening of the next World Exhibition, which this time took place in Wrocław’s Szczytnicki Park. A Japanese gardener and a Polish enthusiast worked on the landscape design. After the end of the exhibition, many of the structures were dismantled, but the park itself was preserved. After its revitalisation in 1996, the garden became a real gem of Wrocław.

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Botanical Garden of the University of Wrocław

 4.7/5

11745 reviews

The park was founded in 1811. In terms of age, it is second only to the Botanical Garden of the Jagiellonian University. At first it was a small vegetable garden with medicinal plants used for research purposes, then it grew into a full-fledged garden. There are dozens of trees that are considered natural monuments: plane trees, beeches, yews, oaks and ginkgoes.

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