Zakopane
Zakopane - the capital of the Tatra Mountains. Beautiful surroundings, great views, a perfect place to relax and spend time actively.
How about a few days trip? Sounds like a good idea? Better and better connections enable quick and easy access to the mountains. Many possibilities offered by a wide range of carriers are an interesting alternative that often dominates private journeys.
A notable solution is a private bus transfer, convenient dates and direct transport to the destination- choice of many tourists. Zakopane offers many attractions, during these few days you won't get bored.
The first thought that comes to mind when you think of Zakopane is Krupówki, but this city has much more to offer that its main street and a Big Market. You can find here amazing nooks, old houses and villas constructed in one of a kind Zakopane highlanders style, mix of tourist attractions and local traditions that will leave vast impression and unforgettable memories.
Zakopane itself is beautiful with traditional highlander buildings and ubiquitous folklore.
Take a stop for a moment, look around, from every side there are picturesque views, and the most noteworthy Giewont - sleeping knight shaped mountain, well-known symbol of Zakopane.
Let's start with Gubałówka, a small mountain, which can be reached almost by anyone. There are several possibilities of reaching the top, around 1 hour walk depending on the starting location or a cable railway. It's a good idea to book tickets in advance (via the Internet) so you don't have to wait in a rather long queue on the spot. After reaching the top you are surrounded by magnificent views, you can rest in one of a small cafes or encounter many different attractions, depending on the season.
Another place that no tourist should miss is the Cemetery of Merits on Pęksowe Brzyzko.
A tiny cemetery with many beautiful tombstones and wooden figures located at Kościeliska Street. It's a burial place of many well-known personalities who lived and worked in Zakopane. Nearby is a small wooden church dedicated to Our Lady of Czestochowa where masses are held.
Attraction for those interested in sport who also want to feel a bit of adrenaline is ski jump Wielka Krokiew, dedicated to Stanisław Moniuszko. Fans of our ski jumpers like Adam Malysz, Kamil Stoch and others will definitely be interested in this place. At bottom of ski ump you can buy a ticket and make your way to the very top. See by yourself route that athlete must cover in order to get to the starting bar.
On your way back from Gubałówka or from the ski jump its worth to visit a place that will entertain not only the little ones - Upside down house. A two-story house will turn your world over and make you feel slightly confused.
If you want to go away from a busy street and feel the atmosphere of Zakopane,we invite you for a walk. It might be tiring, but reaching destination will reward all of your efforts. Climax? Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima in Krzeptówki, built as a votum for saving the life of Pope John Paul II after the assassination on 13 May 1981. Sublime, full of seriousness invites everyone to quiet prayer.
How about some local history ? Museum of Karol Szymanowski at Villa Atma, one of the greatest Polish composers or Tatra Museum, where you can find interesting geological and ethnographic collections from the entire region, as well as specimens of local flora and fauna. Both located close to each other on your way to Krzeptówki from city center.
Zakopane offers many attractions from various museums, squares, parks and the most spectacular Tatra National Park, which must be visited by every mountains enthusiast. No matter what are your interests or likings everyone will find something entertaining, there is no place for boredom. After a day full of sightseeing guide your steps to Krupówki to rest, eat and listen to highlander music. There are plenty of activities to be carried out in the evenings, most of them located close to the city center. A wide offer of accommodation facilities will satisfy every taste and budget.