Gdansk is a city with an incredible history not least in the 20th century when two major changes in civilisation were sparked by events here. The opening salvos of WWII were followed 41 years later by the signing of the August Accords in the Gdańsk shipyards: a key moment in history which many regard as the spark that inspired the fall of communism.
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Gdańsk In Your Pocket is the most comprehensive guide you will find covering the city, and includes everything from hotel and restaurant listings to bars, clubs and museums.
Sopot’s been spoiled by Sheratons and Sofitels, now it’s Gdańsk’s turn to get some five star surgery. Opening on April 15th the Radisson SAS comes with a ringside location
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Practically outside the Green Gate the terrace at Cafe Probierna is property gold, offering supreme views of the foot traffic that marches past. But how to get inside? Walk past the narrow room selli
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Sopot’s been spoiled by Sheratons and Sofitels, now it’s Gdańsk’s turn to get some five star surgery. Opening on April 15th the Radisson SAS comes with a ringside location
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When distinguished guests include the President of Poland you know you're on the right track. The French-trained chefs display unique pedigree, and though the menu is primarily famed for its
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Choice apartments to suit the needs of every pocket. The flats are scattered around the old town, all of which have had the benefit of a full renovation. We’ve got two favourites; the one overl
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A brand new gym and bowling alley in the Orunia district of Gdansk with English-speaking trainers and the best bowling lanes in the Tri-city.
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Kamienica Gotyk I loved it. The staff were the happiest most helpful people we met all trip.The hotel was beautiful and very clean. The location was outstanding. An all round EXCELLENT experience.Highly recommended!!!![...]
Przy Targu Rybnym Stayed there in Ocotber 2008. The location of the hostel is a big advantage, but I wouldn't recommend to stay there. Had a private room for 160 PLN per night which I think is too much for what you really get:- no lockers for your luggage,[...]
Amber Museum The best museum I have ever visited! The amber pieces were incredible! Especially the Fedner Starocatrer was worth seeing!! About the torture museum: Susana is right. I think it's gruesome too.[...]
Café Absinthe Yeah, not that great to be honest. Took a while to get served and didn't seem to have mich atmosphere. We went on a Friday night. Although I found Gdansk on a Friday to be pretty quiet. We went out in Sopot on Saturday though which was really go[...]
Café Absinthe Yeah, not that great to be honest. Took a while to get served and didn't seem to have much atmosphere. We went on a Friday night. Although I found Gdansk on a Friday to be pretty quiet. We went out in Sopot on Saturday though which was really go[...]
Latest Gdansk Comments
I loved it. The staff were the happiest most helpful people we met all trip.The hotel was beautiful and very clean. The location was outstanding. An all round EXCELLENT experience.Highly recommended!!!![...]
Stayed there in Ocotber 2008. The location of the hostel is a big advantage, but I wouldn't recommend to stay there. Had a private room for 160 PLN per night which I think is too much for what you really get:- no lockers for your luggage,[...]
The best museum I have ever visited! The amber pieces were incredible! Especially the Fedner Starocatrer was worth seeing!! About the torture museum: Susana is right. I think it's gruesome too.[...]
Yeah, not that great to be honest. Took a while to get served and didn't seem to have mich atmosphere. We went on a Friday night. Although I found Gdansk on a Friday to be pretty quiet. We went out in Sopot on Saturday though which was really go[...]
Yeah, not that great to be honest. Took a while to get served and didn't seem to have much atmosphere. We went on a Friday night. Although I found Gdansk on a Friday to be pretty quiet. We went out in Sopot on Saturday though which was really go[...]