It is a beautiful city with architectural buildings that remind you of Paris. Some call it the “Paris of the North” and for another reason: Baron G.E. Haussmann, who built a project in the French capital, was the one who played an important role in shaping Szczecin. It is an important port near the border with Germany and its main features are forests, rivers, lakes, parks, the kindness of its inhabitants and the ideal place for young people to have a good time. It is considered an important commercial center.
Currency: Polish Zloty
Calling Code: +48
Nearest airports from city center: Szczecin Airport (7km), Berlin Brandenburg Airport (189km), Poznan Airport (263km), Bydgoszcz Airport (271km), Gdansk Airport (358km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** DUCAL CASTLE (Korsarzy 34, 70-540 Szczecin)
It was the seat of the Dukes of Pomerania – Szceszcin for over 12th to 17th century. The castle is a reference point for the city.
*** WALY CHROBREGO and THE MAIN BUILDING OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM (Wały Chrobrego, 71-899 Szczecin)
Enjoy the view of the Oder River. The embankment was created at the beginning of the 20th century and there you can see historical buildings, such as the National Maritime Museum. The terrace offers the possibility for a wonderful walk. Very close by is The Main Building of National Museum which you should definitely visit.
*** SZCESZCIN’S HISTORY MUSEUM (Księcia Mściwoja II 8, 70-533 Szczecin)
The museum is located in the historic Town Hall building dating back to the 15th century and includes collections on the history and culture of the city from ancient times to the 20th century.
*** UNDERGROUND TOURS (Krzysztofa Kolumba 2, 70-035 Szczecin)
Visit the air raid shelter from WWII, where it is 5 stories deep!
*** STARE MIASTO
Tour the old town, walk through the cobbled streets and main square and see the colorful baroque mansions.
*** KASPROWICZ PARK (Józefa Pankiewicza 71, 71-899 Szczecin)
It is the largest park in the city and there you will find 232 different species of trees and shrubs, some of which you will not find anywhere else. There you will also find an amphitheater that is mainly used for summer events.
*** SZCZECIN CATHEDRAL (Świętego Jakuba Apostoła 1, 70-543 Szczecin)
It dates from the 14th century and is of Gothic and Baroque architecture. It is dedicated to St. Jacob Apostol Archcathedral and John the Baptist.
*** THE MUSEUM OF TECHNOLOGY AND TRANSPORT (Niemierzyńska 18A, 71-441 Szczecin)
Housed in an old tram depot dating back to 1912, you can see antique vehicles and documents related to communication and transport in the history of Poland.
*** CENTRAL CEMETERY (Ku Słońcu 125A, 71-080 Szczecin)
It is a place to visit as it is filled with memorials and graves of unnamed concentration camp victims.
*** THE NATIONAL MUSEUM (Staromłyńska 27, 70-561 Szczecin)
It is housed in a baroque palace dating back to 1727 and since 1945 it has been operating as a Museum. It includes modern artworks and artefacts salvaged over the years, from the 13th century to the present day.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Go to “Upheavals” Dialogue Center and enjoy Szczecin and Western Pomerania’s contemporary history.
*** We would also recommend you to visit Kamienica Loitzów.
*** If you like flowers, then you must visit Różanka Rose Garden.
*** A historical monument is the Gocławska Tower and it deserves your attention.
*** If you like modern art then visit the TRAFO Museum.
*** If you like boating then do the Harbor Cruise.
*** If you have time visit Emerald Lake to enjoy nature.
*** A historical attraction that deserves your attention is the Harbor Gate.
FOOD AND DRINK
Among the traditional foods of the city are herring, fryburger, pasztecik and the main side dish is paprykarz szczeciński. The fish is of course in the foreground. Try golonka and accompany pyry z gzikiem or pyzy which are boiled or baked potatoes, kebab or beef. Of course the traditional soups should be one of your main choices, like grzybowa (mushroom soup). Restaurants that have Mediterranean, Arabic, Asian and American cuisine can be found in every corner of the city.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find hotels and apartments at very good prices in the city center and at a distance of 1-2 kilometers from the center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** We are sure you will have a great time if you visit the Be Happy Museum!
*** The Karlowicz Philharmonic is an impressive building and if it has a show on the days you will be in town, it is worth booking a ticket.
*** For your shopping you can visit Galeria Kaskada, Galaxy Centrum, Outlet Park Szczecin, Centrum Handlowe “Kupiec” and Turzyn.
*** In the old town you can find many shops to do your shopping.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bike, by tram or by bus.
CITIES NEAR SZCZECIN
Major cities close to Szczecin are Berlin (150km), Bydgoszsz (232km), Poznan (238km), Gdansk (287km), Magdeburg (311km) and Lodz (382km).
