Things to do in Katowice

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Tours & day trips

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Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Ticket Hotel Pickup

Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Ticket Hotel Pickup

Activity duration is 7 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 25 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €110 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Auschwitz-Birkenau Full-Day Tour from Lodz by Private Car

Auschwitz-Birkenau Full-Day Tour from Lodz by Private Car

Activity duration is 11 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €695 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Katowice Private Vodka Tasting Tour

Katowice Private Vodka Tasting Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €267 per adult*
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What to do in Katowice

Popular places to visit

Silesia City Center

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Silesia City Center during your stay in Katowice. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Silesia City Center

Spodek

5/5(4 reviews)

Catch an event at Spodek during your trip to Katowice. Experience the area's theatre scene and festivals.

Spodek

International Conference Center Katowice

Learn about the events happening in International Conference Center Katowice during your trip to Katowice. Experience the area's theatre scene and festivals.

International Conference Center Katowice

Katowice Cultural Centre

4/5(2 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Katowice Cultural Centre in Katowice. Discover the area's theatre scene and monuments.

Katowice Cultural Centre

Skyscraper

You can learn about the history of Katowice with a stop at Skyscraper. Experience the area's theatre scene and festivals.

Skyscraper

Katowice Gallery

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Katowice Gallery during your travels in Katowice. Discover the area's theatre scene and monuments.

Katowice Gallery

Katowice Forest Park

Explore the great outdoors at Katowice Forest Park, a lovely green space in Katowice. Experience the area's theatre scene and festivals.

Katowice Forest Park

Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra Concert Hall

You can get tickets for a performance at Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra Concert Hall during your trip to Katowice. Experience the area's theatre scene and festivals.

Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra Concert Hall

Thai Sabai - Thai Massage

You can take time to visit Thai Sabai - Thai Massage during your travels to Katowice. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Thai Sabai - Thai Massage

Areas of Katowice

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Bogucice

If you're spending some time in Bogucice, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra Concert Hall and Spodek are top sights worth seeing.

Bogucice
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Koszutka

Though Koszutka may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Spodek and Silesia City Center.

Koszutka
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Wełnowiec-Józefowiec

While you're in Wełnowiec-Józefowiec, take in top sights like Silesian Park and jump on the metro at Wełnowiec DL Tower Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Wełnowiec-Józefowiec
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Dąb

While visiting Dąb, you might make a stop by sights like Silesia City Center and Thai Sabai - Thai Massage.

Dąb
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Załęże

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Załęże. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Thai Sabai - Thai Massage and Silesia City Center are a few top sights nearby.

Załęże
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Ligota

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ligota and surrounding area, you can visit Katowice Forest Park and Skyscraper.

Ligota

Frequently asked questions

Is Katowice worth visiting?
From shopping to history and outdoor adventures, there are loads of fun things to do in Katowice. Remember to enjoy the area's mix of unmissable sights, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Katowice?
Museum of Katowice History at Nikiszowiec and Schoen Palace Museum are two awesome places to kick-start your sightseeing adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Katowice while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Katowice?
The top tourist attraction in Katowice is Tyskie Brewery, so be sure to put it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Katowice?
Three days in Katowice is more than enough to enjoy the city's main attractions. Many travellers book for three days on average. Museum of Katowice History at Nikiszowiec, Schoen Palace Museum and Katowice Historical Museum are among the most popular sights. Like to discover more? Stick around a while longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Oswiecim.
Is Katowice a walkable city?
It all depends on what you'd like to see and do in Katowice. Several top sights, including Museum of Katowice History at Nikiszowiec and Katowice Historical Museum, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Katowice's neighbourhoods, Wełnowiec-Józefowiec is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Załęże is 2 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Katowice with kids?
Planning what to do in Katowice with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're getting away with little ones or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly activities to keep everyone busy here.

What to do in Katowice for adults?
Tyskie Brewery and Thai Sabai - Thai Massage are just a couple of the things to do in Katowice. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Katowice?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Katowice is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Schoen Palace Museum is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee.