Where to stay
Hotels in Zakopane
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Tatry Mozaika Willa PREMIUM & SPA - Sauna Jacuzzi Flipper by RentiloPL
14a Karola Szymanowskiego | Zakopane, 34-500, PL
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At a glance
Climate
Alpine
Languages
Polish and English
Local currency
PLN
(PLN)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Krupówki Street area
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
10-15% expected for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Oscypek
Kwaśnica
Żurek
Placki Ziemniaczane
When to visit Zakopane
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug, Dec-Feb
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Jan70
Cold, snowy, skiing
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Feb75
Winter sports peak
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Mar60
Snow melts, chilly
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Apr50
Spring, unpredictable
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May65
Green, fewer crowds
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Jun80
Warm, hiking starts
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Jul90
Peak summer, busy
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Aug90
Warmest, best hiking
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Sept85
Autumn colors, crisp
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Oct60
Chilly, colorful
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Nov40
Cold, quiet, pre-snow
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Dec80
Snowy, festive, skiing
Things to do in Zakopane
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 7 of 7 places ·
Best in the morning
2 places
Morskie Oko Lake
Tatra National Park 7 hrs
Hike or take a horse-drawn carriage to the stunning emerald lake nestled deep in the Tatra National Park.
Tatra National Park Hiking
Tatra National Park 5 hrs
Explore numerous trails offering diverse landscapes, from gentle walks to challenging mountain ascents.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Krupówki Street
Krupówki 3 hrs
Stroll the bustling pedestrian promenade, shop for souvenirs, and sample local street food.
Chochołowskie Termy
Chochołów 4 hrs
Relax and rejuvenate in Poland's largest thermal bath complex with various pools and saunas.
Museum of Zakopane Style (Willa Koliba)
Zakopane 1.5 hrs
Discover the unique regional architectural style pioneered by Stanisław Witkiewicz.
Any time of day
2 places
Gubałówka Hill
Gubałówka 2.5 hrs
Take a funicular up for panoramic Tatra Mountain views and enjoy various attractions at the top.
Wielka Krokiew Ski Jump
Zakopane 1.5 hrs
Visit the iconic ski jumping hill, a venue for international competitions, and enjoy the views from the top.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Zakopane
Straight-line distance from the centre of Zakopane.
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