Płock is a town of 127,000 inhabitants (agglomeration of 203,000) in central Poland, on the river Vistula (Wisła in Polish). Płock is of special interest to fans of Art Nouveau, or secesja in Polish.
If you are looking for an undiscovered tourist attraction away from the main touristic corridors, Płock is a good bet. Silent, picturesque, interesting. Recommended for a day or two.
- Vistula River, particularly attractive at sunset.
- Cathedral, Tumska, +48 12 355 12 33. Early Roman and later modified several times. Located on the hill neighboring the Vistula, in the town center.
- The remnants of Cazimir's Castle, facing the Cathedral.
- Masovian Museum, ul. Tumska 8, +48 24 364 70 70. Tu-Su: 10:00—16:00. Closed on M. A collection of Art Deco furniture and paintings 10 zł normal ticket, 5 zł reduced.
- Stary Rynek, the City Hall square. The City Hall itself is interesting.
- Strolling in the no-traffic area (Ul Tumska to Stary Rynek).
- Zoo, Norbertańska 2 (Walk past the railway/road bridge, on the main road, walk over the small bridge over the rail tracks, +48 24 366 05 11. Daily 9:00—17:00. In April and September until 18:00. May-August until 19:00. Interesting collection: lions, many types of miniature monkeys, fish, crocodiles. A bit overcrowded in animals. Cages are small, especially for the mighty sea turtles. 18 zł normal ticket, 12 zł discount ticket.
Vistula River, particularly attractive at sunset.
Cathedral, Tumska, +48 12 355 12 33. Early Roman and later modified several times. Located on the hill neighboring the Vistula, in the town center.
The remnants of Cazimir's Castle, facing the Cathedral.
Masovian Museum, ul. Tumska 8, +48 24 364 70 70. Tu-Su: 10:00—16:00. Closed on M. A collection of Art Deco furniture and paintings 10 zł normal ticket, 5 zł reduced.
Stary Rynek, the City Hall square. The City Hall itself is interesting.
Zoo, Norbertańska 2 (Walk past the railway/road bridge, on the main road, walk over the small bridge over the rail tracks, +48 24 366 05 11. Daily 9:00—17:00. In April and September until 18:00. May-August until 19:00. Interesting collection: lions, many types of miniature monkeys, fish, crocodiles. A bit overcrowded in animals. Cages are small, especially for the mighty sea turtles. 18 zł normal ticket, 12 zł discount ticket.
- Walk the riverside. It's a nice walk along the steep bank of the Vistula river. Go to the City Hall, then move southwards till you reach the promenade on the bank. If you choose to go down the steps, you can walk at the bottom of the steep slope and walk past the rock-like forms of the sandy cliffs that are located in the direction opposing to the two Vistula bridges. Another option is to remain atop and stroll westwards on the top of the cliffs. Nice views are guaranteed.
- "Reggaeland", the second largest reggae festival in Poland. Professionally organized, 3 scenes (reggae, ragga/dancehall, raggajungle), good artists, nice vibes. Reggae festival takes place right on the river bank, in mid-July.
Walk the riverside. It's a nice walk along the steep bank of the Vistula river. Go to the City Hall, then move southwards till you reach the promenade on the bank. If you choose to go down the steps, you can walk at the bottom of the steep slope and walk past the rock-like forms of the sandy cliffs that are located in the direction opposing to the two Vistula bridges. Another option is to remain atop and stroll westwards on the top of the cliffs. Nice views are guaranteed.
There is a factory outlet of Levi Strauss (producing here). Reasonable prices, 2nd choice very cheap.
- Restaurant Art Deco, Stary Rynek 17, +48 024 268 5751. Atmospheric restaurant. One specialty is czernina, duck blood soup. Expect 40 zł..
Many zapiekanka stands, especially in the center (typical 2 zł). Kebab restaurants are popping up lately-- expect 15 - 20 zł, less at the stands).
Restaurant Art Deco, Stary Rynek 17, +48 024 268 5751. Atmospheric restaurant. One specialty is czernina, duck blood soup. Expect 40 zł..
City center looks safe, compared to other cities.