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The streets of Wroclaw's old town are a colourful mosaic of architectural styles, with the magnificent market square as its crown jewel. A lively multicultural centre, the city is home to a thriving student community and acts as the cultural, gastronomical, and commercial hub of the region, hosting many musical and theatrical events, a wide array of restaurants and bars and eclectic shopping. Back in 2016, Wroclaw was named European Capital of Culture and World Book Capital.

Do & See

Wroclaw has lots to see, including its town hall, widely regarded as one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in central Europe, and the Hall of Lepoldin, in the University of Wroclaw, which has the largest Baroque interior in Poland. Art lovers can visit the numerous galleries, while visitors who want to enjoy leisurely walks can do so in the mighty Szczytnicki Park – one of a dozen or so parks in the city.

Church of St. Elizabeth

The Church of St. Elizabeth dates back to the 14th century and is one of the oldest churches in Wroclaw. It is located in the Old Town and it is hard to miss, being the tallest building in the area. To reach this the top you will need to climb the 300 steps, but it will be well worth it since it offers a panoramic view of the entire city.

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Opera Wroclaw

Take a step back in time to a more elegant age and visit this breathtakingly beautiful old Opera house. Any fan of opera or musical theatre will find great shows to enjoy. On the programme you will also find ballets and other performances.

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Tumski Bridge

Take a padlock and key and take your sweetheart to Tumski Bridge, lock the padlock to the bridge and then throw away the key to Odra River. By doing so it is claimed to make your love stronger and make it last forever. You will also find out that you are not the only one; there are hundreds of padlocks on the bridge, with names, dates and short messages.

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Ethnographic Museum

This bright three floor museum is located just outside the Old Town. Here you will find treasures such as handicrafts, carvings and artifacts, as well as traditional clothing from Lower Silesia. This is a great place to learn about Wroclaw's fascinating history.

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Ogrod Japonski (Japanese Garden)

Located in Szczytnicki Park close to Hala Ludowa (Centenary Hall), the Japanese Garden was built for the World Exhibition of 1913, and features water gardens and lakes, a bridge in authentic architectural style, stone lanterns and pavilions, and a general Zen vibe.

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Wroclaw Cathedral

See the portico of Romanesque and Renaissance architecture, the pulpit with carvings by Urbański, a winged altar from the Wit Stwosz School, and outstanding stained-glass windows designed by Krystyna and Stanisław Pękalski in the Wroclaw Cathedral. Climb the tower for a stunning panoramic view of Wrocław.

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Population:	638,659 (2019)
Currency:	1 zloty (PLN) = 100 grosz
Emergency Numbers:	Emergency: 112 Police: 997 Fire Brigade: 998 Medical: 999
Newspapers:	Wrocław Weekly Gazeta Wrocławska
Opening Hours:	Shops are generally open from 9am to 6pm on weekdays, and from 9am to 3pm on Saturdays. Some larger department stores and supermarkets are open on Sundays, and often until 9 or 10pm on weekday evenings.
Tourist Information:	Tourist Information Centre The Wrocław Meeting Point, Rynek 14, Wroclaw +48 71 3443 111 Opening hours: 9am–8pm info@itwroclaw.pl