{"id":188488,"date":"2026-05-29T12:16:39","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T10:16:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=188488"},"modified":"2026-06-06T14:37:48","modified_gmt":"2026-06-06T12:37:48","slug":"lublin-poland-things-to-see","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/","title":{"rendered":"Lublin, Poland: 15 Best Things to See and Do in This Multicultural Gem"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Lublin Poland is a hidden gem that truly deserves a spot on your travel radar. While most visitors to Poland automatically head for the beauty of Krakow or the modern buzz of Warsaw, it&#8217;s well worth venturing off the beaten path. And that&#8217;s exactly where Lublin comes in. It&#8217;s the largest city in eastern Poland, and it&#8217;s surprising how little attention it gets from international travellers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This place is brimming with history that tugs at your heartstrings, and an Old Town so picturesque I had my phone out on every single corner. It&#8217;s wonderfully colourful and packed with brilliant restaurants, yet you won&#8217;t encounter the same tourist crowds as in other Polish cities. Historically, it was a true cultural crossroads \u2014 Christians, Jews, Orthodox believers, and Tatars lived side by side here for centuries. Here&#8217;s everything you need to know before you pack your bags. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#What_Is_Lublin_and_Why_Should_You_Visit\" >What Is Lublin and Why Should You Visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#When_to_Visit_and_How_to_Get_to_Lublin\" >When to Visit and How to Get to Lublin<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Best_Time_to_Visit\" >Best Time to Visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#How_to_Get_to_Eastern_Poland\" >How to Get to Eastern Poland<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Where_to_Stay_and_How_Much_Does_Lublin_Cost\" >Where to Stay and How Much Does Lublin Cost<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#15_Best_Things_to_See_and_Do_in_Lublin\" >15 Best Things to See and Do in Lublin<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#1_Lublin_Castle_Zamek_Lubelski_and_Its_Iconic_Views\" >1. Lublin Castle (Zamek Lubelski) and Its Iconic Views<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#2_The_Holy_Trinity_Chapel_Trinity_Chapel\" >2. The Holy Trinity Chapel (Trinity Chapel)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#3_A_Stroll_Through_the_Colourful_Old_Town\" >3. A Stroll Through the Colourful Old Town<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#4_Brama_Krakowska_The_Symbol_of_the_City\" >4. Brama Krakowska: The Symbol of the City<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#5_Plac_po_Farze_Square_and_Its_Ruins\" >5. Plac po Farze Square and Its Ruins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#6_Climbing_the_Trinitarian_Tower_Wieza_Trynitarska\" >6. Climbing the Trinitarian Tower (Wie\u017ca Trynitarska)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#7_Centre_for_the_Meeting_of_Cultures_Centrum_Spotkania_Kultur\" >7. Centre for the Meeting of Cultures (Centrum Spotkania Kultur)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#8_Dominican_Basilica_of_St_Stanislaus\" >8. Dominican Basilica of St Stanislaus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#9_Relaxing_in_the_Saxon_Garden_Ogrod_Saski_by_the_Bystrzyca_River\" >9. Relaxing in the Saxon Garden (Ogr\u00f3d Saski) by the Bystrzyca River<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#10_Lublin_Open-Air_Museum_Muzeum_Wsi_Lubelskiej\" >10. Lublin Open-Air Museum (Muzeum Wsi Lubelskiej)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#11_The_Union_of_Lublin_Monument_and_Plac_Litewski\" >11. The Union of Lublin Monument and Plac Litewski<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#12_Cathedral_of_St_John_the_Baptist_and_the_Acoustic_Sacristy\" >12. Cathedral of St John the Baptist and the Acoustic Sacristy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#13_Local_Shopping_at_the_Plac_Wolnosci_Market\" >13. Local Shopping at the Plac Wolno\u015bci Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#14_Jewish_History_in_the_Streets_and_the_Ghetto_Memorial\" >14. Jewish History in the Streets and the Ghetto Memorial<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#15_Visiting_the_Majdanek_Concentration_Camp\" >15. Visiting the Majdanek Concentration Camp<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#A_Dark_but_Important_Shadow_Majdanek\" >A Dark but Important Shadow: Majdanek<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#What_to_Eat_in_Lublin_and_Where_to_Dine\" >What to Eat in Lublin and Where to Dine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Lublin_with_Kids_and_Dogs\" >Lublin with Kids and Dogs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Practical_Information_and_Useful_Details\" >Practical Information and Useful Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Tips_and_Tricks_for_Travelling_to_Poland\" >Tips and Tricks for Travelling to Poland<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Where_to_Find_Affordable_Accommodation\" >Where to Find Affordable Accommodation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Renting_a_Car_for_a_Road_Trip\" >Renting a Car for a Road Trip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Where_to_Search_for_Connections\" >Where to Search for Connections<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Dont_Forget_Travel_Insurance\" >Don&#8217;t Forget Travel Insurance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Where_to_Go_from_Lublin\" >Where to Go from Lublin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#FAQ_Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Lublin\" >FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Lublin<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#What_is_there_to_see_in_Lublin\" >What is there to see in Lublin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#What_is_the_population_of_Lublin\" >What is the population of Lublin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Can_you_pay_in_euros_in_Lublin\" >Can you pay in euros in Lublin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Is_Lublin_suitable_for_families_with_children\" >Is Lublin suitable for families with children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#How_do_you_get_from_Majdanek_to_the_city_center\" >How do you get from Majdanek to the city center?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#Is_entry_to_Majdanek_concentration_camp_free\" >Is entry to Majdanek concentration camp free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lublin-poland-things-to-see\/#What_is_cebularz_lubelski_and_where_can_you_buy_it\" >What is cebularz lubelski and where can you buy it?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a quick overview of the essentials you should know before your trip. If you&#8217;re in a hurry, this should give you a solid starting point:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How long do you need:<\/strong> One full day is plenty for the historic centre itself, but I&#8217;d recommend adding at least half a day for a visit to Majdanek.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Where to stay:<\/strong> The most romantic option is right in the Old Town, though it&#8217;s a touch pricier. For a cheaper and quieter stay, look for accommodation in the Wielicka district.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top highlights:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t miss Lublin Castle (Zamek Lubelski) with its unique Trinity Chapel, the colourful lanes of the Old Town, and the remnants of the city walls crowned by the Krak\u00f3w Gate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What to taste:<\/strong> You absolutely must try the local speciality with a protected designation of origin \u2014 an onion flatbread called cebularz lubelski.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transport and money:<\/strong> The currency is the Polish z\u0142oty (PLN), and cards are accepted virtually everywhere. For public transport, I recommend downloading the mPay app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Majdanek:<\/strong> The former concentration camp lies just 5 kilometres from the city centre. Entry is free, but the exhibition is emotionally very intense and definitely not recommended for children under 14.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Lublin_and_Why_Should_You_Visit\"><\/span>What Is Lublin and Why Should You Visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you pull up a map and search for Lublin Poland, you&#8217;ll see it sits relatively close to the Ukrainian border and serves as the capital of the Lublin Voivodeship. It&#8217;s often nicknamed the &#8220;gateway to the East&#8221; and was once one of the most important trading cities in the entire region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was once a major cultural hub where, before World War II, Jewish residents made up around seventy percent of the population. The demographics have obviously changed dramatically since then, but the historical imprint of Jewish, Christian, and Orthodox culture is visible at every turn. Today, Lublin has around 340,000 inhabitants and is largely a university city, which means it&#8217;s full of young people, lovely little caf\u00e9s, and a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere. It&#8217;s no wonder people keep coming back \u2014 it&#8217;s considerably cheaper and more peaceful than western Poland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_and_How_to_Get_to_Lublin\"><\/span>When to Visit and How to Get to Lublin<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning a trip to eastern Poland is fairly straightforward, though logistically it takes a bit more effort than, say, a weekend in Wroc\u0142aw or Krakow. Let&#8217;s look at the best time to visit and which transport option will make your journey as comfortable as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Visit\"><\/span>Best Time to Visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lublin is at its finest from May to September, when the streets come alive with outdoor terraces and the summer air has that perfect laid-back feel. If you love festivals, plan your visit for August when the famous Jagiellonian Fair fills the city with music and art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although autumn can be drizzly \u2014 and we always check the Lublin Poland weather forecast beforehand, since it can spring quite a surprise \u2014 the city shrouded in mist has a wonderfully mystical atmosphere. In winter, you&#8217;ll find beautiful Lublin Poland Christmas markets that feel far more authentic than the big commercial ones in major cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_to_Eastern_Poland\"><\/span>How to Get to Eastern Poland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re travelling from the UK, one of the most convenient options is to fly. There are regular flights from London to Lublin Poland operated by Wizz Air, landing at Lublin Airport (Poland&#8217;s handy regional hub). From there, you can also look into connecting flights from London to Lublin Poland via Warsaw on LOT Polish Airlines if the direct route doesn&#8217;t suit your schedule. Once you&#8217;re in Poland, a <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/poland-road-trip-7-day-itinerary\/\">road trip across Poland<\/a> is one of the best ways to really get to know the country \u2014 and we&#8217;ve done it ourselves many times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Flixbus\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/flixbus\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">FlixBus<\/a> is also a popular and affordable option if you&#8217;re already in Poland, connecting Lublin with Warsaw and Krakow. There&#8217;s no direct train from the UK, of course, but once you reach Warsaw by air, regular trains and buses will get you to Lublin in around 2.5 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_and_How_Much_Does_Lublin_Cost\"><\/span>Where to Stay and How Much Does Lublin Cost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-focus-hotel-premium-ubytovani.jpg\" alt=\"Focus Hotel Premium Lublin beneath Lublin Castle on Podzamcze street\" class=\"wp-image-173142\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-focus-hotel-premium-ubytovani.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-focus-hotel-premium-ubytovani-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-focus-hotel-premium-ubytovani-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-focus-hotel-premium-ubytovani-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-focus-hotel-premium-ubytovani-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-focus-hotel-premium-ubytovani-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-focus-hotel-premium-ubytovani-1392x783.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-focus-hotel-premium-ubytovani-1920x1080.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Focus Hotel Premium Lublin beneath Lublin Castle on Podzamcze street<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1350\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-hotel-alter-ubytovani.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Alter in the historic centre of Lublin on Grodzka street\" class=\"wp-image-173141\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-hotel-alter-ubytovani.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-hotel-alter-ubytovani-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-hotel-alter-ubytovani-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-hotel-alter-ubytovani-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-hotel-alter-ubytovani-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hotel Alter in the historic centre of Lublin on Grodzka street<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding accommodation in Lublin is a real pleasure, because prices here don&#8217;t reach the heights of the capital and you get genuinely luxurious service for very reasonable money. It simply depends on whether you want to stay right in the historic centre with everything on your doorstep, or whether you prefer modern hotels in the business district.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re after romance and don&#8217;t mind a slightly higher price tag, look for hotels and apartments in the Stare Miasto (Old Town) quarter. The atmosphere is gorgeous \u2014 in the evening you just step out of your hotel and sit straight down at one of the excellent restaurants. The area around the Dominican Basilica is particularly lovely. It can get a bit noisy at night from the street buzz, but the views are well worth it. A wonderfully romantic choice is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotelalter.pl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Hotel Alter<\/a>, which has an amazing wellness spa right in the cellar of a historic building. If you&#8217;re driving or looking for a cheaper, quieter alternative, check out the Wielicka district \u2014 it&#8217;s a bit further from the absolute centre but still very well connected, and parking is much easier and cheaper. Here I&#8217;d recommend the modern apartments at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.focushotels.pl\/en\/focus-hotel-premium-lublin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Focus Hotel Premium<\/a>, where you&#8217;ll find peace and a luxurious breakfast. Lublin is generally very affordable \u2014 a beautiful double room in the centre costs around 45\u201375 \u20ac per night, which is an absolute dream compared to western Europe. Use <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a> to find the best deals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Best_Things_to_See_and_Do_in_Lublin\"><\/span>15 Best Things to See and Do in Lublin<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you arrive in Lublin, you&#8217;ll immediately realise it&#8217;s a city made for walking. Most of the main sights are concentrated in a compact area within the beautifully preserved historic core, so you won&#8217;t need to worry much about public transport. Just be prepared to do a lot of walking. That said, these are the places you absolutely shouldn&#8217;t miss.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- GYG:Lublin (no mapping) --><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Lublin_Castle_Zamek_Lubelski_and_Its_Iconic_Views\"><\/span>1. Lublin Castle (Zamek Lubelski) and Its Iconic Views<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1602\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski.jpg\" alt=\"Lublin Castle (Zamek Lubelski) with its iconic white Romanesque tower from the 13th century\" class=\"wp-image-173143\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-300x235.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-700x547.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-768x601.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-1536x1201.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-696x544.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-1392x1089.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-1920x1502.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lublin Castle (Zamek Lubelski) with its iconic white Romanesque tower from the 13th century<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski.jpg\" alt=\"Lublin Castle (Zamek Lubelski)\" class=\"wp-image-170434\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-lublinsky-hrad-zamek-lubelski-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Andrew Milligan sumo \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You simply can&#8217;t miss this castle \u2014 it rises majestically on a hill right next to the Old Town and is arguably the most striking landmark in all of Lublin. While the current appearance dates mostly from the nineteenth century, when the building served as a much-feared prison, inside you&#8217;ll find absolutely breathtaking spaces and an excellent museum covering the history of the entire region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s well worth taking a lovely stroll around the castle walls, where you&#8217;ll also get beautiful views over the rest of the city. For details, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/zamek-lublin.pl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">official museum website<\/a> for current opening hours and ticket prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_The_Holy_Trinity_Chapel_Trinity_Chapel\"><\/span>2. The Holy Trinity Chapel (Trinity Chapel)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-kaple-nejsvetejsi-trojice-fresky.jpg\" alt=\"Interior of the Holy Trinity Chapel in Lublin Castle with Russo-Byzantine frescoes\" class=\"wp-image-173145\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-kaple-nejsvetejsi-trojice-fresky.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-kaple-nejsvetejsi-trojice-fresky-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-kaple-nejsvetejsi-trojice-fresky-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-kaple-nejsvetejsi-trojice-fresky-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-kaple-nejsvetejsi-trojice-fresky-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-kaple-nejsvetejsi-trojice-fresky-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-kaple-nejsvetejsi-trojice-fresky-1392x1856.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Interior of the Holy Trinity Chapel in Lublin Castle with Russo-Byzantine frescoes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-1-byzantska-freska-v-trinity-chapel-lublinskeho-hradu-klecici-.jpg\" alt=\"Byzantine fresco in the Trinity Chapel of Lublin Castle \u2014 kneeling Jagiello\" class=\"wp-image-170435\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-1-byzantska-freska-v-trinity-chapel-lublinskeho-hradu-klecici-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-1-byzantska-freska-v-trinity-chapel-lublinskeho-hradu-klecici--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-1-byzantska-freska-v-trinity-chapel-lublinskeho-hradu-klecici--700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-1-byzantska-freska-v-trinity-chapel-lublinskeho-hradu-klecici--768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-1-byzantska-freska-v-trinity-chapel-lublinskeho-hradu-klecici--80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-1-byzantska-freska-v-trinity-chapel-lublinskeho-hradu-klecici--160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-1-byzantska-freska-v-trinity-chapel-lublinskeho-hradu-klecici--696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Artinpl \/ CC0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the chapel is physically part of the Lublin Castle complex, it deserves its own entry because it&#8217;s the main reason to visit. Inside, you&#8217;ll find unique Byzantine-Renaissance frescoes from the early fifteenth century that have no equal in Central Europe and are connected to the UNESCO heritage lists. The contrast between Western Gothic architecture and Eastern Orthodox paintings is simply fascinating \u2014 and this is precisely what makes Lublin a true crossroads of cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you buy your tickets in advance, as only a limited number of visitors are allowed inside at a time. I&#8217;m usually not one for historical paintings, but here my jaw genuinely dropped \u2014 the atmosphere is simply indescribable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_A_Stroll_Through_the_Colourful_Old_Town\"><\/span>3. A Stroll Through the Colourful Old Town<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1561\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-stare-mesto-barevne-domy.jpg\" alt=\"Colourful historic houses and lanes of Lublin&#039;s Old Town (Stare Miasto)\" class=\"wp-image-173146\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-stare-mesto-barevne-domy.jpg 1561w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-stare-mesto-barevne-domy-229x300.jpg 229w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-stare-mesto-barevne-domy-700x919.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-stare-mesto-barevne-domy-768x1008.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-stare-mesto-barevne-domy-1171x1536.jpg 1171w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-stare-mesto-barevne-domy-696x913.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-stare-mesto-barevne-domy-1392x1827.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1561px) 100vw, 1561px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Colourful historic houses and lanes of Lublin&#8217;s Old Town (Stare Miasto)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-2-stare-mesto-v-lublinu.jpg\" alt=\"Lublin Old Town (Stare Miasto)\" class=\"wp-image-170436\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-2-stare-mesto-v-lublinu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-2-stare-mesto-v-lublinu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-2-stare-mesto-v-lublinu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-2-stare-mesto-v-lublinu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-2-stare-mesto-v-lublinu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Andrew Milligan sumo \/ CC BY 2.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lublin&#8217;s Old Town is incredibly photogenic, made up of small, winding lanes filled with beautifully restored and brightly coloured townhouses. There are no massive boulevards here \u2014 just narrow passageways and cobblestone squares where centuries of history seem to breathe from every wall. You can simply wander, photograph details of old windows and doors, or sit down at one of the many outdoor terraces and soak up the pleasant bustle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time to explore the side streets is early morning, before the other tourists emerge. You&#8217;ll easily stumble upon a hidden courtyard draped in ivy that looks like something straight out of an Italian film.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Brama_Krakowska_The_Symbol_of_the_City\"><\/span>4. Brama Krakowska: The Symbol of the City<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1527\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika.jpg\" alt=\"The Gothic Krak\u00f3w Gate (Brama Krakowska) as the entrance to Lublin&#039;s Old Town\" class=\"wp-image-173147\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika-700x522.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika-768x572.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika-1536x1145.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika-696x519.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika-1392x1038.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-brama-krakowska-gotika-1920x1431.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Gothic Krak\u00f3w Gate (Brama Krakowska) as the entrance to Lublin&#8217;s Old Town<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"894\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-3-brama-krakowska-jediny-zbytek-mestskych-hradeb.jpg\" alt=\"Brama Krakowska \u2014 the last remaining section of the city walls\" class=\"wp-image-170437\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-3-brama-krakowska-jediny-zbytek-mestskych-hradeb.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-3-brama-krakowska-jediny-zbytek-mestskych-hradeb-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-3-brama-krakowska-jediny-zbytek-mestskych-hradeb-700x522.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-3-brama-krakowska-jediny-zbytek-mestskych-hradeb-768x572.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-3-brama-krakowska-jediny-zbytek-mestskych-hradeb-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-3-brama-krakowska-jediny-zbytek-mestskych-hradeb-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-3-brama-krakowska-jediny-zbytek-mestskych-hradeb-696x519.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Alicja zak \/ CC BY 3.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This gate is the only major remnant of the original fourteenth-century city walls and today serves as the symbolic entrance to the historic centre. It houses a small history museum, but above all, it&#8217;s <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Spot\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/the-spot-2\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">the spot<\/a> where everyone gathers and snaps photos. The moment you pass under its arch, you&#8217;re transported into an entirely different world, far from the modern rush of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the evening, the gate is beautifully illuminated and you&#8217;ll often encounter street musicians here. You can soak up the wonderful evening atmosphere and appreciate how, despite its historical significance, this place is very much alive and thriving in the present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Plac_po_Farze_Square_and_Its_Ruins\"><\/span>5. Plac po Farze Square and Its Ruins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-po-farze-namesti.jpg\" alt=\"Plac po Farze square with the outline of the former St Michael&#039;s Church in Lublin&#039;s Old Town\" class=\"wp-image-173148\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-po-farze-namesti.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-po-farze-namesti-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-po-farze-namesti-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-po-farze-namesti-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-po-farze-namesti-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-po-farze-namesti-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-po-farze-namesti-1392x1856.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plac po Farze square with the outline of the former St Michael&#8217;s Church in Lublin&#8217;s Old Town<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Venture deeper into the centre and you&#8217;ll come across a very peculiar and beautiful spot \u2014 Plac po Farze. A massive Church of St Michael the Archangel once stood here, but it was demolished in the nineteenth century and only the foundations remain today. People sit casually on the low walls, and from the edge of the square there&#8217;s a gorgeous view straight towards Lublin Castle, making it the perfect spot for your travel photos \u263a\ufe0f.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a large grassy area right in the middle of the stone-built city, which creates a wonderfully calming effect. Locals bring their coffee here and read books, so if you need a moment to recharge, you&#8217;d be hard-pressed to find a better place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Climbing_the_Trinitarian_Tower_Wieza_Trynitarska\"><\/span>6. Climbing the Trinitarian Tower (Wie\u017ca Trynitarska)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"722\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Trinitarian Tower (Wie\u017ca Trynitarska) as a landmark of Lublin&#039;s Old Town\" class=\"wp-image-173158\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-1-700x395.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-1-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-1-696x393.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Trinitarian Tower (Wie\u017ca Trynitarska) as a landmark of Lublin&#8217;s Old Town<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-v-lublinu.jpg\" alt=\"The Trinitarian Tower (Wie\u017ca Trynitarska) in Lublin\" class=\"wp-image-170442\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-v-lublinu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-v-lublinu-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-v-lublinu-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-v-lublinu-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-v-lublinu-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-v-lublinu-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-0-vez-trinitaru-wieza-trynitarska-v-lublinu-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Wikimedia Commons \/ CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love views from above as much as we do, definitely pay the entrance fee to climb the Trinitarian Tower, which serves as the bell tower of Lublin Cathedral. Be prepared to tackle quite a few steps \u2014 the climb up the old wooden staircases is a bit of a workout \u2014 but the panoramic view over the entire Old Town is absolutely worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be quite breezy at the top, so don&#8217;t forget to bring a light jacket even in summer. But the sight of those red rooftops and spires will quickly make up for any huffing and puffing on the way up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Centre_for_the_Meeting_of_Cultures_Centrum_Spotkania_Kultur\"><\/span>7. Centre for the Meeting of Cultures (Centrum Spotkania Kultur)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1199\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-centrum-setkavani-kultur.jpg\" alt=\"Centre for the Meeting of Cultures (Centrum Spotkania Kultur) on Plac Teatralny in Lublin\" class=\"wp-image-173150\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-centrum-setkavani-kultur.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-centrum-setkavani-kultur-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-centrum-setkavani-kultur-700x410.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-centrum-setkavani-kultur-768x450.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-centrum-setkavani-kultur-1536x899.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-centrum-setkavani-kultur-696x407.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-centrum-setkavani-kultur-1392x815.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-centrum-setkavani-kultur-1920x1124.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Centre for the Meeting of Cultures (Centrum Spotkania Kultur) on Plac Teatralny in Lublin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just so you don&#8217;t think Lublin is all about history, head over to the modern building of the Centre for the Meeting of Cultures. Architecturally, it&#8217;s a striking contrast to the historic centre \u2014 all glass and concrete \u2014 and inside you&#8217;ll find contemporary art exhibitions, theatre performances, and concerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are regularly rotating photography exhibitions and other events. It&#8217;s great to see that Lublin isn&#8217;t just a museum piece frozen in time. I&#8217;d recommend checking the <a href=\"https:\/\/spotkaniakultur.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">official website<\/a> and picking something from their rich programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Dominican_Basilica_of_St_Stanislaus\"><\/span>8. Dominican Basilica of St Stanislaus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1475\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-dominikanska-bazilika-sv-stanislava.jpg\" alt=\"Dominican Basilica of St Stanislaus on Z\u0142ota street in Lublin&#039;s Old Town\" class=\"wp-image-173151\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-dominikanska-bazilika-sv-stanislava.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-dominikanska-bazilika-sv-stanislava-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-dominikanska-bazilika-sv-stanislava-700x504.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-dominikanska-bazilika-sv-stanislava-768x553.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-dominikanska-bazilika-sv-stanislava-1536x1107.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-dominikanska-bazilika-sv-stanislava-696x501.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-dominikanska-bazilika-sv-stanislava-1392x1003.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-dominikanska-bazilika-sv-stanislava-1920x1383.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dominican Basilica of St Stanislaus on Z\u0142ota street in Lublin&#8217;s Old Town<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-5-interier-dominikanske-baziliky-v-lublinu.jpg\" alt=\"Interior of the Dominican Basilica in Lublin\" class=\"wp-image-170438\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-5-interier-dominikanske-baziliky-v-lublinu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-5-interier-dominikanske-baziliky-v-lublinu-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-5-interier-dominikanske-baziliky-v-lublinu-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-5-interier-dominikanske-baziliky-v-lublinu-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-5-interier-dominikanske-baziliky-v-lublinu-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-5-interier-dominikanske-baziliky-v-lublinu-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-5-interier-dominikanske-baziliky-v-lublinu-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Artinpl \/ CC0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a stone&#8217;s throw from the main action you&#8217;ll find the Basilica of St Stanislaus (Bazylika oo. Dominikan\u00f3w), one of the most important churches in the city. From the outside, it may not look as grandiose as Italian cathedrals, but the interior is incredibly rich \u2014 filled with gilding, altars, and chapels. Even if you&#8217;re not religious, the tranquil atmosphere and jaw-dropping stucco decoration will probably make you sit down for a few minutes and just stare in awe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Local legend has it that fragments of the Holy Cross were once kept here, which drew pilgrims from all across Europe. What we loved most was the quiet majesty of the place \u2014 a perfect retreat from the summer sun at any time of day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Relaxing_in_the_Saxon_Garden_Ogrod_Saski_by_the_Bystrzyca_River\"><\/span>9. Relaxing in the Saxon Garden (Ogr\u00f3d Saski) by the Bystrzyca River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"977\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-park-saska-kepa-ogrod-saski-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Saxon Garden (Ogr\u00f3d Saski) in Lublin with tree-lined avenues and pathways\" class=\"wp-image-173159\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-park-saska-kepa-ogrod-saski-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-park-saska-kepa-ogrod-saski-1-300x229.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-park-saska-kepa-ogrod-saski-1-700x534.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-park-saska-kepa-ogrod-saski-1-768x586.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-park-saska-kepa-ogrod-saski-1-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-park-saska-kepa-ogrod-saski-1-696x531.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Saxon Garden (Ogr\u00f3d Saski) in Lublin with tree-lined avenues and pathways<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;ve had your fill of sightseeing, I&#8217;d suggest grabbing a takeaway coffee and heading to the Saxon Garden (Ogr\u00f3d Saski), which lies near the Bystrzyca River. It&#8217;s one of the oldest city parks in all of Poland and the locals absolutely adore it. If you&#8217;re travelling with dogs like we often travel with our girls K\u00e1ja and Baby, this is exactly the kind of place where they can take a break from the city pavement while you sit on a bench in the shade of ancient trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The paths are beautifully maintained, and you might even spot free-roaming peacocks strutting about proudly. K\u00e1ja and Baby were absolutely gobsmacked at first, but eventually it became their favourite entertainment of the trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Lublin_Open-Air_Museum_Muzeum_Wsi_Lubelskiej\"><\/span>10. Lublin Open-Air Museum (Muzeum Wsi Lubelskiej)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"968\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-skanzen-muzeum-wsi-lubelskiej.jpg\" alt=\"Lublin Open-Air Museum (Muzeum Wsi Lubelskiej) with traditional wooden buildings\" class=\"wp-image-173160\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-skanzen-muzeum-wsi-lubelskiej.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-skanzen-muzeum-wsi-lubelskiej-300x227.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-skanzen-muzeum-wsi-lubelskiej-700x529.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-skanzen-muzeum-wsi-lubelskiej-768x581.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-skanzen-muzeum-wsi-lubelskiej-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-skanzen-muzeum-wsi-lubelskiej-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-skanzen-muzeum-wsi-lubelskiej-696x526.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lublin Open-Air Museum (Muzeum Wsi Lubelskiej) with traditional wooden buildings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>About twenty minutes by bus from the centre, you&#8217;ll find Muzeum Wsi Lubelskiej \u2014 a huge open-air museum and one of the most beautiful of its kind in Poland. You&#8217;ll walk among dozens of traditional wooden cottages, see old windmills, and get a feel for what life was like for Polish farmers hundreds of years ago. For families with children, I think this is one of the best day trips in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;d recommend setting aside at least three hours for the museum \u2014 the sheer size of the grounds is easy to underestimate. You&#8217;ll find more information and a map on the <a href=\"https:\/\/skansen.lublin.pl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">museum&#8217;s website<\/a>, which will help you navigate the site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_The_Union_of_Lublin_Monument_and_Plac_Litewski\"><\/span>11. The Union of Lublin Monument and Plac Litewski<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-litewski-fontana.jpg\" alt=\"Plac Litewski (Lithuanian Square) in Lublin with a fountain, site of the Union of Lublin\" class=\"wp-image-173161\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-litewski-fontana.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-litewski-fontana-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-litewski-fontana-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-litewski-fontana-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-litewski-fontana-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-litewski-fontana-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-litewski-fontana-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plac Litewski (Lithuanian Square) in Lublin with a fountain, site of the Union of Lublin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"755\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-6-kopiec-unie-lubelskiej-pomnik-unie-polska-a-litvy.jpg\" alt=\"Monument to the Union of Lublin \u2014 the union of Poland and Lithuania\" class=\"wp-image-170439\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-6-kopiec-unie-lubelskiej-pomnik-unie-polska-a-litvy.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-6-kopiec-unie-lubelskiej-pomnik-unie-polska-a-litvy-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-6-kopiec-unie-lubelskiej-pomnik-unie-polska-a-litvy-700x440.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-6-kopiec-unie-lubelskiej-pomnik-unie-polska-a-litvy-768x483.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-6-kopiec-unie-lubelskiej-pomnik-unie-polska-a-litvy-696x438.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: unknown \/ Public domain \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While exploring the city, you&#8217;ll come across the large and historically significant Monument to the Union of Lublin. It was right here in Lublin that the 1569 agreement was signed, uniting Poland and Lithuania into one vast and powerful state known as the Rzeczpospolita. The square around the monument was recently renovated \u2014 in summer the fountains are in full flow, and in the evening the whole area comes alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are plenty of modern benches and wide promenades around the square. It&#8217;s exactly the kind of spot where we love to stop with a cone of local ice cream and simply watch the world go by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Cathedral_of_St_John_the_Baptist_and_the_Acoustic_Sacristy\"><\/span>12. Cathedral of St John the Baptist and the Acoustic Sacristy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele.jpg\" alt=\"Baroque fa\u00e7ade of the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Lublin\" class=\"wp-image-173162\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-696x1044.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Baroque fa\u00e7ade of the Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Lublin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-7-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-v-lublinu.jpg\" alt=\"Cathedral of St John the Baptist in Lublin\" class=\"wp-image-170440\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-7-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-v-lublinu.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-7-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-v-lublinu-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-7-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-v-lublinu-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-7-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-v-lublinu-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/170432-7-katedrala-sv-jana-krtitele-v-lublinu-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Jerzucha62 \/ CC BY-SA 4.0 \/ Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From the outside, Lublin&#8217;s cathedral rather blends in with its surroundings, but inside it&#8217;s a stunning showcase of Baroque art. Most visitors look around the main nave and leave, but make sure you ask for access to the acoustic sacristy. The vaults are so ingeniously constructed that when someone whispers in one corner, you can hear them crystal clear in the opposite one \u2014 it&#8217;s a brilliant experience, and kids especially love it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Testing the unique acoustics is such a fun experience that you&#8217;ll easily lose track of time. 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Local Shopping at the Plac Wolno\u015bci Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"825\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-wolnosci-namesti.jpg\" alt=\"Plac Wolno\u015bci square in Lublin with the III Lyceum of the Union of Lublin building\" class=\"wp-image-173163\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-wolnosci-namesti.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-wolnosci-namesti-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-wolnosci-namesti-700x451.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-wolnosci-namesti-768x495.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-plac-wolnosci-namesti-696x449.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plac Wolno\u015bci square in Lublin with the III Lyceum of the Union of Lublin building<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We love visiting local markets and watching everyday life unfold, so we always seek out bazaars \u2014 and in Lublin, it&#8217;s all about the market at Plac Wolno\u015bci. You&#8217;ll find the freshest raspberries, blackberries, homemade cheeses, and baked goods straight from farmers in the surrounding villages. It&#8217;s not a tourist attraction \u2014 it&#8217;s a real, functioning market with incredible energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to arrive as early as possible in the morning, when the selection is at its best and the stall owners are in the cheeriest mood. You can take home some fantastic sausages that&#8217;ll disappear in record time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Jewish_History_in_the_Streets_and_the_Ghetto_Memorial\"><\/span>14. Jewish History in the Streets and the Ghetto Memorial<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-zidovska-historie-jesiva-chachmei.jpg\" alt=\"Yeshiva Chachmei Lublin (Yeshiva of Meir Shapiro), a centre of pre-war Jewish learning\" class=\"wp-image-173164\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-zidovska-historie-jesiva-chachmei.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-zidovska-historie-jesiva-chachmei-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-zidovska-historie-jesiva-chachmei-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-zidovska-historie-jesiva-chachmei-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-zidovska-historie-jesiva-chachmei-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-zidovska-historie-jesiva-chachmei-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-zidovska-historie-jesiva-chachmei-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yeshiva Chachmei Lublin (Yeshiva of Meir Shapiro), a centre of pre-war Jewish learning<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Since Lublin was once one of the centres of European Jewry, you shouldn&#8217;t overlook the places that commemorate this history. Walk through the old Jewish streets and stop at the memorial on the edge of the former Jewish ghetto, which the Nazis established here during the war. It&#8217;s a very quiet but important reminder of how dramatically the city changed in the twentieth century and how many people lost their lives here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along the way, you&#8217;ll likely come across the Yeshiva Chachmei Lublin, which was once one of the largest Talmudic academies in the world. These unassuming historical layers give the city an extraordinary depth that&#8217;s difficult to put into words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Visiting_the_Majdanek_Concentration_Camp\"><\/span>15. Visiting the Majdanek Concentration Camp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-koncentracni-tabor-baraky.jpg\" alt=\"Preserved wooden barracks of the former Majdanek concentration camp near Lublin\" class=\"wp-image-173165\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-koncentracni-tabor-baraky.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-koncentracni-tabor-baraky-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-koncentracni-tabor-baraky-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-koncentracni-tabor-baraky-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-koncentracni-tabor-baraky-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Preserved wooden barracks of the former Majdanek concentration camp near Lublin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it&#8217;s not exactly a cheerful topic, visiting the former concentration camp of Majdanek is an absolutely essential part of understanding this region&#8217;s history. It sits on the very edge of the city and is easily reached by bus, but because it&#8217;s a truly powerful and emotionally draining experience, I&#8217;ve given it its own detailed section below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a place that everyone who wants to fully understand Poland&#8217;s twentieth-century history should visit. You&#8217;ll find the details about this stop in the next chapter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Dark_but_Important_Shadow_Majdanek\"><\/span>A Dark but Important Shadow: Majdanek<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-mauzoleum-pomnik.jpg\" alt=\"Mausoleum at Majdanek with the inscription Nasz los przestrog\u0105 dla was (Our fate is a warning for you)\" class=\"wp-image-173166\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-mauzoleum-pomnik.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-mauzoleum-pomnik-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-mauzoleum-pomnik-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-mauzoleum-pomnik-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-mauzoleum-pomnik-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-majdanek-mauzoleum-pomnik-696x1044.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mausoleum at Majdanek with the inscription Nasz los przestrog\u0105 dla was (Our fate is a warning for you)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When travelling, it&#8217;s worth not shying away from difficult topics and places that serve as reminders of Europe&#8217;s dark history. Much like visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/auschwitz-osvetim\/\">Auschwitz<\/a>, the former concentration camp of Majdanek on the outskirts of Lublin leaves visitors with a deeply harrowing feeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Majdanek lies roughly 5 kilometres from the centre and you can get there easily on bus number 153 or 158. Before your visit, check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.majdanek.eu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Majdanek memorial website<\/a> for maps of the entire grounds. Perhaps the most shocking thing about this place is that the camp isn&#8217;t hidden deep in some forest \u2014 it&#8217;s visible from many of Lublin&#8217;s residential areas, which feels profoundly unsettling. The camp has been largely preserved as the Nazis left it when they fled at the end of the war, so you&#8217;ll see the original wooden barracks, watchtowers, and a massive memorial mausoleum containing the ashes of the victims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Entry is free, and you should allow at least two to three hours for the visit \u2014 though honestly, I spent even longer. I just couldn&#8217;t bring myself to leave quickly. Please don&#8217;t bring small children. The exhibitions inside the barracks are raw, displaying real belongings of the victims, and the museum&#8217;s official recommendation is that children under 14 should not visit. This isn&#8217;t a tourist attraction \u2014 it&#8217;s a memorial that truly makes you re-evaluate many things in your own life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Eat_in_Lublin_and_Where_to_Dine\"><\/span>What to Eat in Lublin and Where to Dine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1029\" height=\"772\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-cebularz-lubelski-jidlo.jpg\" alt=\"Cebularz lubelski, a traditional Lublin onion flatbread with poppy seeds, EU protected\" class=\"wp-image-173167\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-cebularz-lubelski-jidlo.jpg 1029w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-cebularz-lubelski-jidlo-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-cebularz-lubelski-jidlo-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-cebularz-lubelski-jidlo-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-cebularz-lubelski-jidlo-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-cebularz-lubelski-jidlo-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-cebularz-lubelski-jidlo-696x522.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1029px) 100vw, 1029px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cebularz lubelski, a traditional Lublin onion flatbread with poppy seeds, EU protected<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Polish cuisine is hearty and filling \u2014 packed with meat and potatoes \u2014 so if you love a good meal, you&#8217;ll be in seventh heaven in Lublin. If you want to try something truly authentic from this city, look for bakeries selling cebularz lubelski. It&#8217;s a traditional yeasted flatbread topped generously with onion and poppy seeds, originally invented by the local Jewish community and now even protected by the European Union. I managed to devour two in a row and then regretted not being hungrier. \ud83d\ude05 It&#8217;s a brilliant and cheap snack to grab on the go while exploring the sights. And of course, you can&#8217;t skip the classic pierogi (stuffed dumplings), which come in countless varieties here \u2014 sweet with fruit, or savoury with potato and cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to choosing restaurants, definitely book a table at Restauracja Mandragora. It&#8217;s a wonderful traditional Jewish restaurant right on the Old Town square, the atmosphere is absolutely enchanting, and they serve excellent dishes based on old recipes. For speciality coffee lovers, we&#8217;d recommend Cafe Kawka \u2014 a modern classic where local students and laptop nomads hang out. They serve not only great coffee but also superb homemade cakes. And if you fancy a taste of old-school, slightly communist-era nostalgia, seek out a local Bar Mleczny (Milk Bar), where for just a couple of euros you&#8217;ll get a massive portion of honest, home-cooked food served by lovely Polish ladies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lublin_with_Kids_and_Dogs\"><\/span>Lublin with Kids and Dogs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"850\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-ogrod-saski-park-rodina.jpg\" alt=\"Lublin&#039;s Saxon Garden (Ogr\u00f3d Saski) in spring, popular for family walks\" class=\"wp-image-173168\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-ogrod-saski-park-rodina.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-ogrod-saski-park-rodina-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-ogrod-saski-park-rodina-700x465.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-ogrod-saski-park-rodina-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lublin-ogrod-saski-park-rodina-696x462.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lublin&#8217;s Saxon Garden (Ogr\u00f3d Saski) in spring, popular for family walks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If we decided to bring our little one Jon\u00e1\u0161ek here this year, I honestly think it would make a lovely family holiday. Lublin&#8217;s Old Town is fairly compact, many spots are free of awkward steps, and while the historic lanes are sometimes cobbled, you&#8217;ll manage just fine with a decent pushchair. For older kids, there&#8217;s the recently opened MUS \u2014 a modern, highly interactive museum where they can touch and try everything. The Saxon Garden also has large playgrounds and lovely walking paths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for travelling with dogs \u2014 as you know, we take our girls K\u00e1ja and Baby almost everywhere, though we tend not to go into the very centre of cities with them, because crowds and hot pavement in summer aren&#8217;t great for dogs. In Lublin, a shorter walk outside peak season would probably be fine. Poles are generally a very dog-friendly nation and at many restaurant terraces they&#8217;ll cheerfully bring out a bowl of water. Just remember that dogs aren&#8217;t allowed at the open-air museum or Majdanek, so you&#8217;ll need to plan your logistics accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Information_and_Useful_Details\"><\/span>Practical Information and Useful Details<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before your trip, it&#8217;s handy to know a few practical things. Poland doesn&#8217;t use the euro \u2014 the currency is the Polish z\u0142oty (PLN). That said, we rarely carry cash because you can pay by card everywhere, even in the tiniest bakery. If you need to use public transport, download the Polish <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mpay.pl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">mPay<\/a> app, which lets you quickly buy bus tickets or pay for parking without hunting for ticket machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that Lublin once had a Daewoo van factory? Fascinating, right? \ud83d\ude05 Today, hardly anything remains of the industrial era. The city is also home to the Motor Lublin sports club, which fans of football or speedway will appreciate. In short, Lublin is a city full of surprises, and if you&#8217;re looking for something fresh and off the beaten track, it&#8217;s an absolute winner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_and_Tricks_for_Travelling_to_Poland\"><\/span>Tips and Tricks for Travelling to Poland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you plan your trip as smoothly as possible, here are some tried-and-tested services we recommend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Find_Affordable_Accommodation\"><\/span>Where to Find Affordable Accommodation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter where we go, we most often use <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a>, where you can find beautiful, well-reviewed apartments with ratings from real travellers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We often hunt for last-minute deals there, and it&#8217;s never let us down \u2014 so definitely have a look before your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Renting_a_Car_for_a_Road_Trip\"><\/span>Renting a Car for a Road Trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re not driving your own car and plan to hire one on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Spot\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/the-spot-2\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">the spot<\/a>, a great option is the <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"RentalCars.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/rentalcars-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">RentalCars<\/a> platform, which works reliably across the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They have an excellent comparison of offers from various companies, so you can easily pick the one that suits your needs and budget best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Search_for_Connections\"><\/span>Where to Search for Connections<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Search for cheap flights on Kiwi. It&#8217;s our favourite portal, and while getting to Lublin is more commonly done overland, it&#8217;s still a great comparison tool for all types of connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can sometimes find really interesting train and bus combinations there, which comes in particularly handy when travelling to eastern Poland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Forget_Travel_Insurance\"><\/span>Don&#8217;t Forget Travel Insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though Poland is just a short hop away, don&#8217;t underestimate the importance of travel insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For shorter European trips, we go with AXA (if you book through us, you get a 50% discount), and if you&#8217;re considering a longer nomadic journey, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/\">SafetyWing review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Go_from_Lublin\"><\/span>Where to Go from Lublin<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re already in eastern Poland and have time for a longer trip, don&#8217;t miss some of the other beautiful Polish cities. We warmly recommend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/krakow-poland\/\">Krakow: What to See and Do in the Former Royal Capital<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/varsava\/\">Warsaw: A Guide to the Modern Metropolis<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wroclaw-vratislav\/\">Wroc\u0142aw: The City of Dwarfs and Bridges<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/auschwitz-osvetim\/\">Auschwitz: A Visitor&#8217;s Guide and Our Reflections<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<!-- LKM_GYG_CARD start q=\"polsko\" lang=\"en\" rendered=\"2026-06-02T07:32:00+00:00\" v=\"1\" -->\n<style id=\"lk-gyg-styles\">\n@import url(\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Playfair+Display:wght@700&family=DM+Sans:wght@300;400;500;600&display=swap\");\n\/* === LK GYG karty \u2014 CRO redesign 2026-05 (namespace .lkx-) ===\n   C\u00edl: vy\u0161\u0161\u00ed CTR (hero + v\u00fdrazn\u00fd social proof + ak\u010dn\u00ed CTA, m\u00e9n\u011b \"reklamn\u00ed\").\n   Injektuje se inline do prvn\u00edho markeru postu (refresh_cards.py --inline-css). *\/\n.lkx-module, .lkx-module *{box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;padding:0}\n.lkx-module{\n  font-family:'DM Sans',-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Georgia,sans-serif;\n  max-width:860px;margin:2.5rem auto;color:#1f2328;\n}\n\n\/* HEADER \u2014 lehk\u00fd editorsk\u00fd, \u017e\u00e1dn\u00fd bannerov\u00fd blok; 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It&#8217;s up to you what pace you choose, but we recommend not overpacking your itinerary so you can also enjoy the atmosphere of the streets themselves.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1779790746001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_population_of_Lublin\"><\/span>What is the population of Lublin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Lublin currently has a population of approximately 340,000. This makes it the largest city in eastern Poland and the ninth most populous city in the country.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1779790746002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_pay_in_euros_in_Lublin\"><\/span>Can you pay in euros in Lublin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Unfortunately not\u2014the official currency throughout Poland is the Polish z\u0142oty (PLN). However, you can pay by card almost everywhere, including at markets, so there&#8217;s no need to exchange large amounts of cash.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1779790746003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Lublin_suitable_for_families_with_children\"><\/span>Is Lublin suitable for families with children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely! The historic center is stroller-friendly, and kids will enjoy the interactive MUS museum, the huge playgrounds in Saska K\u0119pa park, and the traditional wooden cottages at the Lublin open-air museum. However, it&#8217;s best to avoid Majdanek with younger children\u2014it&#8217;s too intense and would unnecessarily expose them to stress.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1779790746004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_from_Majdanek_to_the_city_center\"><\/span>How do you get from Majdanek to the city center?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The connection is very straightforward\u2014just take city buses 153 or 158. 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