Wroclaw Old Town Travel Guide
Wroclaw
Visit Wroclaw Old Town
Popular places to visit
Wroclaw Market Square
In the heart of Wroclaw, this lively plaza overflows with restaurants, shops, museums and history. Appreciate stunning architecture and mingle with local residents.
Wroclaw Town Hall
The centerpiece of Market Square, this stunning Gothic building is an important part of the city’s cultural heritage, housing an art museum and historic beer cellar.
Wroclaw University
A historic academic institution where several Nobel prize winners have studied, this university is best known for its stunning Baroque ceremony hall.
Quarter of Four Denominations
Find out about the history of Wroclaw when you spend time at Quarter of Four Denominations. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
St. Mary Magdalene Church
Come to this Gothic church to view a renowned 12th-century Romanesque portal. Consider braving the heights from the bridge that connects the church's lofty towers to take in another view.
Ossolineum
Explore the beautiful Baroque palace and gardens of one of Poland’s most important cultural centers, a library that includes some of the country's most important manuscripts.
Things to do
Wrocław: Old Town and Ostrów Tumski Walking Tour in English
Wrocław’s Old Town: A Self-Guided History Tour
Legends of Old Town 1 Hour Walking Tour in Wroclaw (English)
Wroclaw: E-Car Tour and Audio Guide
Top hotels in Wroclaw Old Town
Wyndham Wroclaw Old Town
Fantastic location, a stone’s throw from the old town square. Classic twin room was spacious, clean, with a great, modern bathroom. Complimentary toiletries were lovely and hairdryer was a ‘proper’ one, not a cheap, rubbish hotel hairdryer! The only thing letting down the room was the overly soft ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hotel B&B Wrocław Centrum
Very Comfortable rooms, friendly staff
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Hotel Altus Palace - Destigo Hotels
Lovely hotel. Gorgeous interiors, quiet and nice amenities
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
PURO Wrocław Stare Miasto
Superbe!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
The Monopol Hotel
Clean room and helpful staff
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Great Polonia The Granary La Suite Hotel
Superb spacious rooms, clean and very comfortable, great location and friendly staff. Would happily stay again.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wroclaw Old Town
Stare Miasto
Museums, art galleries and historical sites are some highlights of Stare Miasto. Make a stop by Wroclaw Town Hall or Wroclaw Market Square while you're exploring.
Wroclaw City Center
Wroclaw City Center is popular for its cosy coffee shops, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Skytower Observation Deck or Wroclaw SPA Center.
Srodmiescie
Unique features of Srodmiescie include the river views and gardens. Make a stop by Botanical Gardens or Wroclaw Zoo while you're exploring the area.
Nadodrze
When in Nadodrze, you can plan a visit to Gnomes of Wrocław and Botanical Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Olbin
While Olbin may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Raclawice Panorama and Botanical Gardens.
Krzyki
Krzyki is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Morskie Oko and Wrocław Horse Racing Track – Partynice.
