Zakopane walking tour & city guide
Poland's mountain resort in the Tatras.
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Zakopane, at the foot of the Tatra Mountains, is Poland's winter capital and a base for mountain hiking. It is known for its wooden highland architecture and Góral culture.
The town
Krupówki Street is the busy main street, lined with wooden restaurants and stalls. A funicular climbs Gubałówka hill for views of the Tatras. The Zakopane Style of wooden architecture can be seen in villas and chapels.
The mountains
A cable car climbs Kasprowy Wierch, and trails lead to the lake of Morskie Oko. In winter, Zakopane is Poland's main ski resort.
Top sights in Zakopane
- 1
Krupówki Street
The lively main street.
- 2
Gubałówka
A hill with Tatra views.
- 3
Kasprowy Wierch
A cable car to the peaks.
- 4
Morskie Oko
A mountain lake.
- 5
Wooden church at Jaszczurówka
Zakopane Style architecture.
Food markets & where to eat in Zakopane
Krupówki Street
Highland restaurants.
Oscypek stalls
Grilled smoked cheese.
Mountain huts
Food on the trails.
Food to try in Zakopane
Oscypek
Smoked sheep's cheese with cranberry jam.
Kwaśnica
A sauerkraut soup.
Grilled meats
Highland barbecue.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
Plan your trip to Zakopane
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