Chill out at the Old Market Square

Almost every major city in Poland has its own Old Market Square – and Poznań is no exception. It gives you a great opportunity to take a short break from exploring the city and the old market square itself and to enjoy your time by sitting in one of the many beer gardens. Besides the wide choice of beer and other drinks they also offer a great variety of regional and international cuisine from all around the world. Is there anything better than enjoying a cold drink, great food and the unique atmosphere in the heart of the city? Probably not.

 

 

Address: Old City Center
Opening hours: 24/7
Length of visiting: depends on your spot
Price: free entry, but then you spend as much as you want
Directions:by tram – lines: 4, 8, 17 (Małe Garbary stop), 2, 9, 14, 16 (Marcinkowskiego stop)

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Rest at the front of the Grand Theatre

This one is not precisely about this beautiful neoclassical opera house located in the centre of Poznan but about the large park located opposite the Grand Theatre. Among citizens of Poznan it’s famous because of the fountain that chills the surroundings during the hot summer days. Because of its location, the park is a popular meeting point for students between classes or a great place to have a break during work. Whatever your reasons are, it’s always good to lie down on the grass and do absolutely nothing – if you haven’t done this before – it’s about time to try.

 

 

Address: ul. Aleksandra Fredry 9
Opening hours: park is open 24/7
Length of visiting: unrestricted
Directions: by tram – lines: 2, 4, 8, 9, 14, 16, 17 (Fredry stop); by bus – lines: 51, 63, 68, 69, 71 (Zamek stop)

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Relax in Cytadela

Park Cytadela (Citadel Park) is the largest park in Poznań with an area of about 100 acres. It was built in the years 1963-1970 on the site of a former fort, Fort Winiary, which was the largest artillery fort in Europe. Apart from the vast amount of green areas, Citadel offers many interesting places to visit such as the Museum of Armaments and the Museum of Army Poznań. However, mainly Citadel Park is a perfect place to spend time lying on the grass, having a barbecue with friends, doing sports or walking along the pathways. It’s also a great spot for fans of cycling or skating. Just go out and see it for yourself.

 

Address: al. Armii Poznań/ul. Szelągowska
Opening hours: 24/7
Length of visiting: it takes a while as it’s huge!
Directions: by bus – lines: 47, 51, 60, 63, 67, 74, 83, 90 (Małe Garbary Stop)

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Recuperate in Wilson’s Park

One of the most recognizable parks in Poznań was founded in 1901 and it covers an area of 7.2 ha. Located in the Łazarz district near the well-known International Trade Fairs is the biggest oasis of green in this part of the city. Once you’re there you shouldn’t forget to see the bust of President Wilson or the monument of Perseus and Andromeda. In the park there are also two trees which are monuments of nature: plane-tree with a trunk circumference of 410 cm and a willow tree with a circumference of 430 cm.

 

 

Address: ul. Matejki 18
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm
Length of visiting: unrestricted
Directions: by tram – lines: 11, 14, 25 (Park Wilsona stop); by bus – lines: 64 (Palmiarnia stop)

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Get closer to nature in the Palm House

Prepare for the unforgettable journey through continents, different climate zones and a variety of exotic places. You might be surprised but all the pavilions of the palm house extend to over 4,900 square metres which is great for you in terms of spending time close to nature. Unquestionably, the main attraction is the aquarium consisting of 37 tanks featuring 170 species of fish from all over the world, and about 40 species of aquatic plants. It take some time to see all the things that can be seen in the Poznan Palm House so make sure you have some spare time up your sleeve.

 

Address: ul. Matejki 18 (in Wilson’s Park)
Opening hours: 9am – 5pm
Length of visiting: unrestricted
Price: 7 PLN; discounted ticket: 5 PLN
Directions: by tram – lines: 11, 14, 25 (Park Wilsona stop); by bus – lines: 64 (Palmiarnia stop)

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Chill out at Rusałka Lake

On the west of Poznań you can find lake called “Rusałka” (the Polish word for water nymph). Created in the first half of the 20th century, soon it became a popular resort with public beach for the tired townsmen. And its role hasn’t changed even after all these years! Rusalka is surrounded by forest, giving you a chance to do various things and choose from many given options. Fishing or riding a bike, taking a long walk or sunbathing and swimming during hot summer days – it’s all there for you!

 

 

Address: Golecin, Poznan
Length of visiting: unrestricted
Price: free of charge
Directions: by bus – lines: 95, 64 (Golęcin stop)

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Rejuvenate in Malta

Malta is not only a big, artificial (it was created in 1952) lake surrounded by trees and lawns but it’s also a place where you can feel like you are actually outside the city. On the southern side of Malta you will find a big forest which is perfect for long walks while the eastern part of the area is occupied by the New Zoo at White Mountain. You can get to the New Zoo by foot or by taking a ride with the Maltanka Park Railway. Did we also mention the highest fountain in Poznań located in the middle of the lake?

 

 

Address: between ul. Baraniaka and ul. Warszawska
Opening hours: all the time
Length of visiting: unrestricted
Directions: by tram – lines: 4, 6, 7, 8, 17 (Rondo Srodka or Baraniaka stop); by bus – 57, 84 (ul. Baraniaka)