Old Town

You'd think utilising all the stereotypically hip-n-cool paraphernalia of modern-day hipster locales - like wooden pallets, whitewashed brick, and mason jars (hence the name) - would turn this place into one big fat (cool) cliché, but the rustic decor is

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Markets

Wielkopolska Market

Pl. Wielkopolski

With Poznań's historic main market square apparently not big enough, fruit and veg merchants have been relegated to this 1600 square metre plaza only a few minutes walk away. Renovated and generally more orderly than some of Poz's other open-air marke

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Churches

Poznań Fara (The Parish Church)

ul. Gołębia 1

In 1570 the Jesuits were invited to Poznań to improve the city’s intellectual and spiritual life. Today the former Jesuit complex dominates the south-east corner of Poznań’s Old Town, and includes the Parish Church, the

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Bars & Pubs

KontenerART

ul. Ewangelicka (on the Warta River between Chrobrego and Rocha bridges)

Open from May till the end of September. One of Poznań’s most original spots, the seasonal KontenerART occupies a desolate stretch of grass along the Warta River that makes finding the unusual venue feel like a drink-worthy achievemen

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Cream of the Crop

Andersia Hotel & SPA, a member of Radisson Individuals

Pl. Andersa 3

A well-located tower with an indoor pool and wellness area, air-conditioning throughout, and top-band conference facilities. Fitted with plasma screens and heated bathroom floors, rooms come with window side sofas proving a great spot to enjoy the cit

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Polish

Bamberka

Stary Rynek 2

A long-standing, traditional restaurant squirreled away in the complex of buildings at the center of the town square, here you step into an bright int

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International

Brovaria

Stary Rynek 73-74 (Brovaria Hotel)

Go formal and pick the right-hand room for a smoothly subdued dining area or else do as the rank-and-file and head either to the brewing hall out back, the bar to the side, or the al fresco terrace. Brovaria has something for everyone, from half a roa

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Clubs

Cuba Libre

ul. Wrocławska 21

Set downstairs from the ground-floor cocktail bar, this colourful Latin dance club guarantees positive vibes and outrageous fun six nights a week.

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Don Prestige

ul. Św. Marcin 2

An excellent city centre location, just a couple of hundred metres from the market square in one direction and the Stary Browar shopping and entertainment complex in the other. Featuring large serviced apartments and modern rooms that come with wood f

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Opera

Grand Theatre

ul. Fredry 9

The name is a bit of a misnomer as the 'Grand' or 'Great' (Wielki) Theatre today is home to Opera and Ballet.

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Gifts & Souvenirs

Handmade

ul. Mielżyńskiego 16

For souvenirs which are both authentic and actually useful, hand-painted pottery is the way to go; easily recognisable across Poland, these beauties from the Bolesławiec Pottery Factory have a trademark look and a tradition dating back to the 14th centur

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Hotel DeSilva Premium Poznań

ul. Piekary 5

This chain up upmarket hotels, also responsible for the smooth running of the splendid Old Tram Depot (Stara Zajezdnia) restaurant/brewery/hotel in

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Mid-range

Hotel Ibis Stare Miasto

ul. Kazimierza Wielkiego 23

If anything goes wrong, the staff get 15 minutes to fix it - otherwise you stay for free. With recent renovations to the lobby, restaurant and conference facilities, that's unlikely, however, so you may have to resort to sabotage. Kidding aside, this

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Hotel Kolegiacki

Pl. Kolegiacki 5

Renovated with exacting care, the Hotel Kolegiacki is possibly the most charming boutique hotel near the Stary Rynek. While details like the 200-y

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Hotel Novotel Poznań Centrum

Pl. Andersa 1

The tallest hotel building in the city, this address fittingly houses not one, but two hotels: Novotel (4 stars) and Ibis (3 stars), both respectable and regonisable brands offering smartly designed rooms with pristine bathrooms, dataports, and free w

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Hotel Rezydencja Solei Old Town

ul. Szewska 2

Squirrelled away just beyond Old Town Square, Solei presents compact rooms decorated with floral patterns, IKEA water colours, and wood furniture. It's on a quiet street, but close to all the action; note that prices sky-rocket during trade fairs. Sol

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Places of Interest

Imperial Castle

ul. Św. Marcin 80/82

More a palace than a 'castle' (its Polish name translates as such), Poznań's fearsome 'Zamek' was once a symbol of the on-and-off occupation by Poland's western neighbours, though it has since been repurposed as one of the city's most important cultu

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Seafood

MOMO Love At First Bite

ul. Szewska 2

At MOMO, pasta dishes, duck, and salads are all on offer, but it's the fresh seafood that really stands out.

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Cream of the Crop

NH Poznań

ul. Św. Marcin 67

Radiohead apparently deigned to lodge here, and if it’s good enough for them, it’s good enough for you. Justifying the slightly steep prices are a meticulously restored 19th century frontage beyond which lies a highly modern hotel that would win five

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Streets & Squares

Old Town Square

Stary Rynek

Packed with monuments, landmarks, museums, and mementos from the city's rich history, Poznańs marvellous Old Town Square warrants more than a passing glance and smartphone pic. Faithfully reconstructed after the immense damage of WWII, the Square can

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Cafes

PETIT PARIS Boulangerie

ul. Półwiejska 32 (Stary Browar)

A prime location on the ground floor of Poznań’s bustling Stary Browar shopping complex means that this cafe/boulangerie i

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Breakfast

PETIT PARIS Boulangerie

ul. Półwiejska 32 (Stary Browar)

A perfect breakfast option and a welcome opportunity to get yourself over to the art-filled Stary Browar. At this French bakery, the most important meal of the day is served all day everyday. Choose from classics like croque madame, crepes, croissants

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Streets & Squares

Plac Kolegiacki

Pl. Kolegiacki

Formerly a car park in front of Poznań City Hall - located in the lovely Baroque buildings of the former Jesuit College which give this square

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International

Restauracja MUGA

ul. Krysiewicza 5

Located right next door to Casa de Vinos wine bar (just step through the glass door), MUGA serves up the perfect mixture of fine modern Europe

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Stare Miasto

ul. Rybaki 36

Prim rooms fully deserving the three stars they have been granted. All come with ensuite bathrooms and internet access, and given the old town location are surprisingly large. The studio and apartment are also open for business and are fully air-condi

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Spa & Beauty

Thai Smile Massage

ul. Ogrodowa 17/4

Anyone looking to escape the raucous buzz of Poz’s city centre could do a lot worse than relaxing with a fine massage.

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Adult Entertainment

The Club No1

Stary Rynek 44

Acclaimed and trusted through its enduring presence in Warsaw and Wrocław, The Club No1 is now a pa

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Polish

Wiejskie Jadło

Stary Rynek 77 (entrance from ul. Franciszkańska)