Excursion tour in Gdansk. Top architecture - monuments, castles, temples and palaces

Green Gate, Gdansk 1. Travelers, who plan to book a guestroom in midscale and upscale hotels of the city, are recommended to ask the hotel’s staff to provide them with a city map and a guide. They will make your rest in the city even easier and more comfortable. This service is available in all three stars hotels and higher.
2. Travel guides can be obtained not only in hotels, but also in numerous information outlets that are marked as «Informacja Turystyczna». You can find such outlets in every district of the city. These IT offices can also be used to order tickets to various cultural events.
3. The period from June to October is considered the best time for rest in Gdansk. During this time of year the city is always visited by many travelers. During the holiday season there is always a notable shortage of hotel rooms, so tourists who want to relax in comfort need to think about booking hotel rooms in advance. In summer tourists can stay not only in numerous hotels and campuses, but also in individual apartments, which can be rented from private parties.
4. Small bistros and street cafes are usually very popular among tourists. You will find them right at every step. As a rule, they always offer a rich selection of fresh pastries, salads, meat and fish dishes. The most expensive dish in such dining facilities rarely costs more than 7 euros.
5. Fans of shopping are recommended to visit the city in the beginning of August. This is the time when Gdansk hosts the famous St. Dominic Fair. The fair lasts three weeks and is accompanied not only with numerous sales, but also with interesting cultural events. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Bus remains the most popular form of public transport. You can easily reach any area of the city by using a tram. A ticket for one ride will cost you approximately 1 euro. In order to save, tourists can also purchase special ticket passes.
7. There are several large car rental offices in Gdansk. The most famous ones are Hertz, Budget Car Rental, Avis, Piast sc and Euro-Trans. In order to rent a car, tourists need a driving license of the international standard and a certain amount of money in account. The sum depends on the brand of a car rented.
Gdansk is always visited by many travelers who wish to visit beautiful architectural monuments and historical sights that will surely leave many unforgettable memories. The city is also an … Open
8. For security reasons travellers are not recommended to take a lot of valuables, cash and documents for a walk. Many major restaurants and shopping malls accept payments by credit card.
9. Motorists should leave their cars in guarded parking lots only. Also, do not leave valuable items and bags in your car. They can become a lure for thieves.
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Poland: travelling advices

1.Poland is a part of the European Union, but the country has its own currency - the Polish zloty. A small coin is a Polish grosz.
2. You can exchange money for local currency at railway stations in special exchange points or in supermarkets, shopping centers, galleries, and tourist centers.
3. It’s better to move around the cities of Poland on public transport, including trams and buses. There is also a subway in Warsaw. In some cities, you pay for duration of ride.
4.Some stores in Poland are tax free, which allows to return the VAT tax when crossing a border. The cost of purchases should exceed 200 zlotys. You can receive money at the cash-desk of the return payments. … Open

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