Wroclaw Experience

Velcome to Vrotswav

Advantages: Lack of tourists, value for money, history, culture, nightlife
Disadvantages: Not enough to occupy yourself for a week

I've been living in Poland since the start of this year, in a small town about 80 kilometres from Wrocław. I've grown to really like the city and all the people who have visited me there have liked it as well. It's the fourth largest city in Poland but many people have never heard of it. Many British people who go to Poland only spend time in Krakow, but personally I prefer Wrocław as there are fewer tourists, it's cheaper and feels more ...
..."Vrotswaf"..Polish letters can be fiendishly difficult, even the airline crew often pronounce it wrong. If you're going to be getting taxis, I would recommend writing down the name of where you are going, as it's unlikely the taxi driver will understand you, unless you know the Polish alphabet. * How to get there: The cheapest way to get to Wrocław from the UK is to fly with Ryanair from East Midlands, Stansted or Liverpool airport. If you book ...

MissDirect 30.04.2008 · Read full review
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Review of Wroclaw (Poland)

SMALL BUT BEAUTIFUL and all in Walking distance.

Advantages: Friendly people, enjoying yourself at very reasonable cost.
Disadvantages: Lard Sandwiches at Spitz with your beer if on a diet.

We visited Wroclaw for the second time this June. we were a group of 3 couples, all enjoyed it. The Airport is only a £9 ride from the town (40 to 50 zaloties), easy transfer. Or about 3 zaloties if you use the town bus. The main points of interest are in the Centre or Old Town, so hotels in this area are best to save time traveling. Even if not a gardener (I am not , my wife is) the BOTANICAL GARDENS are an excellent treat, they are attached ...
...visited. Entrance 7 Zaloties. The Panorama Painting of a battle against the Russians is a truly wonderful experience. Timed entry required so book ahead if possible. You walk up into the centre of the building and are surrounded by this 110 meter painting. Hand set supplied to give a talk thru the painting. The OLD TOWN Square is a must ,hard to see which buildings have been restored, very well done. Many restaurants and Bars in this area, all ...

poshtroika 26.07.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Wroclaw (Poland)

Wroclaw

Advantages: sweet, picturesque
Disadvantages: cold!

On arriving in the outskirts of Wroclaw, it looks grey and depressing. A mixture of the bad bits of Bristol and the old style Birmingham on a rainy day. Closer to the centre however, the town takes on a completely different approach. The cobbled streets and vibrant colours of the buildings squashed next to each other give it a childrens' TV - like appeal. Everything is packed close together so it doesn't take long to get from one area to another. ...
...are all out and desperate to impress. The general area is incredibly cheap and you can get a good meal for less than you would be able to in other areas of Poland. My tip: buy one of the hand painted postcards and send it home with a message saying, "the buildings really are this colour!" ...

froggyandgiraffe 26.05.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Wroclaw (Poland)

A hidden gem

Advantages: City centre buildings, hidden gems, prices, people
Disadvantages: Try to imagine that you are in the 1930s and there are no disadvantages

...was in the city of Wroclaw in Western Poland. I was apprehensive about staying in Poland because a) I new very little about the country b) people who had been told me how poor it was On the positive side, I have a Polish friend who confirms all of the Polish stereotypes I've ever heard: he's built like an out-house, he is the friendliest, most dependable person I know and he likes a drink. Wroclaw is a large city, the capital of the department ...
...The suburbs of Wroclaw are dull, grey and concrete but there is an excellent public transport system (busses and trams) which can get you to the city centre quickly enough. The main square is a revelation: every second building is a cafe/bar and the buildings themselves are magnigficent. They are about five stories high and brightly painted (blue, green, yellow, classical figures). It all seemed strangley familiar to me and a phone call home reminded ...

drummingbunny 25.09.2001 · Read full review
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