Gdansk Travel
Getting to Gdansk / Getting Around Tri-City
In this section of Love Gdansk, we provide information about getting to Gdansk and getting around the Tri-City when you arrive.
FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT POLAND TRAVEL AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN POLAND
Getting to Gdansk by Air
Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport is an international airport located 12 km (7.5 mi) west northwest of Gdańsk, Poland, not far from the city centres of the Tricity metropolitan area: Gdańsk (12 km / 7.5 miles), Sopot (10 km / 6.2 miles) and Gdynia (23 km / 14 miles). The airport is named after Lech Wałęsa, the former Polish president. On the outside wall of the terminal building one can see the logo of the airport, which is Lech Wałęsa's actual signature, a stylized "W". Gdańsk Airport can be used as a diversionary airport for Warsaw Frederic Chopin Airport in the event of poor weather or emergencies.
Getting to Gdansk by Road
There's no doubt that with the new EU expansion, driving across Europe is an increasingly inspirational experience - the lack of passport controls lends the driver an unparalleled sense of freedom. However, whilst there are multi-million pound investment projects in the pipeline for the Gdansk region, the Polish leg of the journey remains the most intrepid stretch of a trip from the west. Poland has the highest accident rate in Europe, so only travel by car if you know what you are doing! You will need an international certificate of insurance cover, and possibly proof of exhaust emission control on your car. Another option is to come bus, which is a good value option. Airpolonia have a trip from London to nearby Slupsk planned in Mercedes minibuses, whilst lonstanding companies Jordan and Orbis organise buses from many European cities, including Frankfurt, Amsterdam and Rome.
Getting to Gdansk by Rail
The main train station is a ten minute walk west of the historic city centre. If you're feeling bleary eyed after your journey (and it's a long seven hour haul from Cracow) then watch out for the speeding cars on the road immediately in front of the station - head straight for the underpass! You can also catch a tram from here, whilst for buses, the bus stop is just behind the main station. If the budget airlines continue to flourish you may be tempted to just jump on a plane from Warsaw - there's often not much in it price wise.
Travelling around Gdansk
Three choices here; by taxi (OK), by car (if you are mad) and by public transport (highly recommended). Seriously, if you are planning to spend most of your time in Gdansk, driving yourself will drive you crazy and parking will send you over the edge so just don't do it folks.. We warned you! Take it easy, enjoy your visit instead and use public transport, it's cheap, safe and efficient.
Gdansk Travel Advice
Walking in the city and getting to know its history etched in the monuments will give you many magical moments and true emotions. Gdansk is a pearl of bourgeois architecture, boasting beautiful houses and a unique market. It is a world of cozy streets and historical churches. These are also perfectly preserved fortifications, ranked among the biggest in Europe, and interesting harbour architecture. If you enjoy spending your free time actively, Gdańsk attractions are just what you are looking for. The choice is wide: picturesque cycling and walking paths, kilometres of beaches and one of Poland's largest zoos. Gdańsk is an active city for active people.