Poznan City Guide

Local dishes include St. Martin's Croissant and potatoes with cottage cheese. The city has Italian, Asian, and Middle Eastern options. Vegetarian and vegan choices are common. Some late-night spots around Old Market Square.

Old Market Square and Półwiejska Street offer bars, pubs, clubs, and lounges. Options suit diverse tastes.

Strong coffee culture with specialty shops and third-wave roasters focusing on quality brewing.

Tipping 10-15% in restaurants is common but not required. Taxi tips usually round up fare. Small tips optional elsewhere.

Buy prepaid SIMs at the airport or provider shops like Orange, Play, T-Mobile, and Plus. ID is required for registration. Some providers offer eSIM.

Streets are generally clean with good waste pickup and recycling.

Some 24/7 pharmacies and Żabka stores. Limited late-night clinics and food options.

Daily essentials are in Biedronka, Lidl, Netto. Larger stores like Auchan and Carrefour stock international items. Fresh markets like Rynek Jeżycki offer local produce. Most supermarkets close Sundays.

Card payments and contactless are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and public transport.

ATMs from major banks like PKO BP, Santander, and ING are common. Some may charge fees, so use cards without international withdrawal fees if possible.

Poznań International School offers English and Polish education. Admission details vary; contact schools directly.

Community is growing, smaller than some European cities. Networks form around coworking spaces and online groups.

Parks like Cytadela and Wilson Park offer green areas for walking and running.

Popular routes include Malta Lake, Warta River, and city parks. Generally safe, but winter smog can affect air quality.

Many gyms offer day passes and short-term memberships.

Many tennis clubs and courts; booking mostly online or by phone.

Padel is growing with new courts available.

Various studios offer styles like Vinyasa and Hatha, some with English-speaking instructors.

Dojo options for BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing, Judo; some clubs have English-speaking instructors.

No ski resorts nearby; mountains required for proper skiing.

Malta Lake offers kayaking, paddleboarding, and rowing with equipment rentals.

No ocean surfing; some windsurfing/kitesurfing on local lakes.

Limited lake and quarry diving available with some rental options.

Private clinics and public hospitals have English-speaking staff in bigger centers. Pharmacies are easy to find, with some open 24/7. Emergency numbers include 112 and 999.

Tap water is safe to drink straight from the tap.

Lots of playgrounds and kid-friendly cafés. Attractions like Malta Lake and the Poznań Palm House suit families.

More accepting than many Polish cities with annual Pride events. Legal protections exist but acceptance varies.

Pet friendly with many parks and veterinary services. Some pet-friendly cafes and accommodations.