Attractions in Lublin - the best places and sights to visit

Lublin is a city full of history, culture and unique charm. It is worth seeing the unusual Bridge of Culture or the Grodzka Gate, which once connected the Christian and Jewish parts of the city. Lublin Castle will delight you both with its architecture and valuable museum collections. While strolling around Lithuanian Square, make sure to stop by the multimedia fountain, whose evening shows attract crowds. Lovers of local flavours should visit the Museum of Onion Cake to learn the secrets of the regional delicacy. Lublin is an ideal place to combine learning about history with relaxation and good food.

Lublin in one day is a journey through history, culture and... cuisine. Walk across the unusual Bridge of Culture or to the Regional Onion Museum to taste the local delicacy. Pass through the Grodzka Gate and don't forget to head to Lublin Square to see the multimedia fountain. You will discover amazing places with our tour!

After leaving the train station📍 Lublin Główny located on the station square, we set off towards the first attraction on our tour. In less than a quarter of an hour we reach the Bridge Kultury⤵️.

🕚13 min 🚶950 m

The Marian Lutosławski Bridge only in appearance resembles traditional transport infrastructure. In fact, it is an exceptionally charming artistic space. In the summer, concerts and workshops are held here, combining tradition with modernity. The bridge symbolically emphasises the multicultural character of Lublin, creating a space for meetings and dialogue. From here, head to the📍Archikatra ofSt. John the Baptist and St. John the Evangelist.⤵️

🕚 14 min 🚶950 m

The monumental church impresses with its Baroque interior and the extraordinary 'Paradise Plafond' in the sacristy. Its construction took nearly 40 years! Interestingly, the illusionistic decoration of the vault creates a visual impression of shape change, depending on perspective. In the vaults are a crypt and a treasury, which hide many secrets of the city's history. From here it's not far to the📍Rynek of theOld Town ⤵️.

🕚 3 min 🚶180 m

This is the heart of Lublin, surrounded by picturesque townhouses. In the centre is the Main Crown Tribunal, which today serves as a wedding palace. Next to one of the Old Town's tenements is the Stone of Misfortune, which is supposed to bring bad luck. Fortunately, a sign with an image of an executioner warns of its presence. Moving on to the next attraction, you pass the Square after the Fara, where the foundations of the now defunct parish church are visible. Nowadays, cultural events and activities are held here. If you continue along Grodzka Street, you will reachthe📍Grodzka Gate ⤵️.

🕚 3 min 🚶260 m

The Grodzka Gate is not only a historical building, but also a symbol of Lublin's multiculturalism. It is one of the first brick elements of the city's fortifications and was built in 1342. It connects the former Jewish quarter with the Christian part of the city. Currently, the "Grodzka Gate - NN Theatre" Centre is located here. The name is a reference to the Latin abbreviation NN (nomen nescio), "unknown name", and alludes to the medieval tradition of anonymous artists. From here we climb uphill to📍lubelCastle ⤵️

🕚 2 min 🚶130 m

Lublin Castle stands on a hill adjacent to the Old Town. Its history is a series of transformations. From a 12th-century castle, through a royal residence and a 19th-century prison, to a museum. Among the exhibits is the table of the Devil's Paw, associated with the legend of an unjust trial. According to the story, a poor widow lost her case against a rich neighbour, and in despair summoned the devils, who settled the dispute in her favour, leaving a scorch mark of a paw on the table. After visiting the castle, we head to the nearby📍RegionalOnion Museum ⤵️

🕚 6 min 🚶400 m

Cebularz is a culinary treasure of the Lublin region. It is a wheat pancake covered with diced onions mixed with poppy seeds. It originated in Jewish cuisine, and you will learn how to make it during a visit to the museum. The legendary Esther and Chef Franek reveal the secrets of its recipe during an interactive demonstration. What's more, you can also bake your own onion at the museum. It is certainly the most aromatic souvenir of your stay in Lublin! After leaving the museum, passing the 14th-century Krakow Gate, headto📍Lithuanian Square ⤵️

🕚 11 min 🚶800 m

The name of the square is a reference to the Polish-Lithuanian union, the act of which was signed in Lublin. It is one of the most popular places in the city centre. The Monument to the Unknown Soldier is located here, as well as the sundial, but it is the Multimedia Fountain that attracts crowds of tourists. It is one of the most modern installations of its kind in Poland, or even in Europe! Multimedia shows, combining water, light and sound, often refer to local legends, such as the story of the Devil's Foot, take place here. Before visiting Lublin, be sure to check the schedule of shows! After a rest in the square, it's time to go 📍PORTAL ⤵️

🕚 2 min 🚶160 m

The Polish-Lithuanian project PORTAL is an installation that, through cameras and a screen, allows you to connect in real time with... Vilnius. The idea of the project was conceived by Lithuanian artist Benediktas Gylys. The idea behind PORTAL is to enable people to meet people from different corners of the world and the diversity of cultures. Two new cities have joined the live broadcast: Dublin and New York. A must-see! After this exciting experience, we head back towards the train station, hooking up with theMotor Lublin Speedway Stadium on the way📍 ⤵️

🕚 22 min 🚶1.7 km

The Motor Lublin Speedway Stadium is the heart of speedway excitement in the region. Its stands, which can accommodate thousands of fans, are famous for the incredible atmosphere created by fans of Motor Lublin, one of the top teams in Poland. The speedway track in Lublin is considered to be exceptionally demanding, which further fuels the rivalry. For lovers of adrenaline and sporting emotions, it is a must-see place on the map of Lublin! This is where our attractions end - back to the 📍dworzecLublin Główny ⤵️.

By train! Lublin is well connected with the larger cities of Poland. Direct train connections connect Lublin with cities such as Krakow, Warsaw, Kielce, Radom and Zamosc.

To save money on travel, it is worth buying your ticket in advance, especially during busy tourist periods or weekends. Lublin attracts tourists and business travellers, so booking in advance can ensure better prices. In addition, rail operators offer a range of promotional tickets and discounts for families with children or groups. You can easily compare ticket prices on our EuroPodróże.co.uk website. It is worth being flexible - prices depend on the city of departure, date and popularity of the route. A slightly more expensive but faster connection will give you more time for sightseeing. There are many trains to Krakow from all over Poland.

Before travelling to Lublin, make sure you have your ticket with you and check any changes to the timetable. By booking through our service, you will receive your ticket by both email and SMS, plus we will remind you of your journey 30 minutes before departure. On the train, you can use sockets, Wi-Fi and dining cars. There are adapted seats for those with special needs. If you have questions, our helpline is open every day until 23:00.