Wroclaw - Top 10 attractions that must be seen!
The streets of Wrocław hide many extraordinary places! Discover the most interesting attractions and corners of Wrocław. Maybe you like to admire the city from above? In the city center, you will find many interesting viewpoints!
1. Wrocław Market Square, Town Hall, and Hansel and Gretel Houses
Undoubtedly, this is the first place that tourists head to. Wrocław Market Square is impressive! It is surrounded by 60 historic houses. From the terrace of the town hall tower, a trumpeter plays the Wrocław Bugle Call. The tower also houses the oldest clock bell in Poland from 1368. Also, two tiny houses located near the square catch attention. The locals named them Hansel and Gretel because, like the siblings from the fairytale, they hold hands, and both buildings are connected by an arch of an old gate. If you look very closely, you will notice a tiny sign on one of the houses indicating the Dwarf Museum - it is a museum just for dwarfs!
2. Butcher's Bridge
Imagine a bustling and lively market street in a medieval city. This is where the residents of Wrocław used to buy meat. You could also buy fat, which was used in the past to light up rooms. Now, there is a monument here in honor of the Slaughtered Animals - it includes a cow, piglet, goat, goose, duck, rabbit, and rooster. You can also meet the Butcher Dwarf here.
3. Witch Bridge
The bridge connecting the two towers of the St. Magdalene's Church in the Old Town of Wrocław, popularly known as the Witch Bridge, is a favorite attraction for young tourists and a great viewpoint in the heart of Wrocław. Children will surely enjoy the legend and the friendly figurines of two witches: Martynka and Tekla.
Penance Bridge (Witch's Bridge) - the most interesting viewpoint in Wrocław
The Penance Bridge, also known as the Witch's Bridge, is a connection between two towers of the St. Magdalene Church. It offers a view of the Old Town. ...
4. Cathedral Island and the Night Watchman
Cathedral Island is a former island that has been the seat of Wrocław bishops for over 1000 years. It is also where the beginnings of Wrocław are connected - the first stronghold was built here. It is worth visiting the island at dusk - that's when you can meet the night watchman who lights up the gas street lamps.
5. University of Wrocław and the Mathematical Tower
Next to the building, you will find the rector dwarf. We enter through heavy, historic, and richly decorated doors - probably the most beautiful in all of Wrocław! While visiting the University, it is worth seeing the Leopoldine Hall - one of the most beautiful and representative halls in the main building. Part of the University of Wrocław building is the Mathematical Tower, which used to be an observatory. It is located in the center of Wrocław's Old Town, and the terrace on top of it offers a fantastic viewpoint!
Mathematical Tower and Viewpoint - University of Wrocław
The Mathematical Tower is a tower of the University of Wrocław building. It is located in the center of Wrocław in the Old Town, and the terrace on it provides a fantastic viewpoint! ...
6. Garrison Church and the Helmeted Tower
The tower of the Garrison Church of St. Elizabeth is the highest viewpoint in the strict center of Wrocław, right next to the market square - it is 91 meters high and requires climbing over 300 stairs! So, the entrance is quite tiring, but the views make up for it! Originally, the tower was even taller! It was as high as 130 meters and was one of the tallest in this part of Europe. Unfortunately, the tower's helmet collapsed during a storm.
Garrison Church of St. Elizabeth - the highest viewpoint in the center of Wrocław
The tower of the Garrison Church of St. Elizabeth is the highest viewpoint in the heart of Wrocław, right next to the market square. It stands at 91 meters tall and requires climbing over 300 stairs to reach the top! The ascent can be tiring, but the views make it worthwhile! ...
7. Africarium at Wrocław Zoo
The Wrocław Zoo, founded in 1865, is the oldest zoo in present-day Polish lands and the largest (in terms of the number of exhibited animals) zoo in Poland. The Africarium, the first oceanarium in Poland and the only one in the world dedicated to the fauna of one continent - Africa, is undoubtedly the most popular attraction. In the huge pavilion, animals are divided into geographic sections - it is not only a great adventure but also a fantastic lesson in nature and geography.
Wrocław Zoo and Africarium
Wrocław Zoo, founded in 1865, is the oldest zoo in present-day Polish lands. ...
8. Multimedia Fountain Pergola
The multimedia fountain in Wrocław is a favorite, publicly accessible attraction for both children and adults. It is the largest fountain of its kind in Poland - it has 800 lighting points, 300 water jets, and 3 fire jets. The water dances to the rhythm of music, and in the evening, it is accompanied by lights, creating an extraordinary spectacle!
9. Polinka Cable Railway
The Polinka Cable Railway was built for students, doctoral students, and employees of the Wrocław University of Technology - today, it is often mentioned as one of the tourist attractions of Wrocław.
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Polinka Cable Car in Wrocław
10. Ślęża Mountain
The mountain of magic and pagan cult is located about half an hour by train from Wrocław. If your stay in Wrocław is a bit longer, it is worth considering a day trip outside the city.
Ślęża - a mountain full of magic! Discover its history, trails, and attractions
Ślęża - trails and attractions. ...
Publish Date: 2023-07-23