Map signs in the streets
by gosiaPL
I bet you will have a map of Gdansk with you when walking around the city... There are also street map signs like the one in the picture. This one is just in front of St. Mary's Basilica. Very useful to check where you are and which way to head for your next thing to do in Gdansk.
Gdansk by night
by HORSCHECK
Gdansk by night is well worth seeing, because most churches and historic buildings in the Old Town are beautifully illuminated.
So don't miss a night stroll along Long Street (ul. Dluga), the Long Market (Dlugi Targ) and the side streets in the Old Town.
The Monument to the fallen shipyard workers and the shipyard gate look fascinating in darkness as well.
Polish Money: Zloty
by HORSCHECK
Although Poland joined the European Union (EU) on the 1st of May 2004, they don't have the Euro as currency. Poland's currency is still the Zloty. 1 Zloty is worth 100 Grosz.
You can get your money with your credit or debit card from cash points or just by exchanging your local money at one of the bureaux de change.
Gdansk - In Your Pocket Guide
by HORSCHECK
In my opinion the information provided by "In Your Pocket" is most helpful for independent travels to East or Central Europe. Most of the tips are published on their webpage.
In addition about 20 printed city guides are available locally at the tourist information offices, kiosks or in hotels.
I got myself the Gdansk guide (5 Zloty, 2005) at the tourist information office in Sopot. Among all kinds of tips it includes various helpful maps of the Tri-City region.
Or just walk along the longest pier in Europe!
by Carletto76
The "Molo" in Sopot is supposed to be the longest in Europe, maybe also in the World, and it's a very nice place to walk along, at any time of the day and night! You have to pay to go on it, unless you arrive there by boat, but it's not a great expense!
It's curious the fact that it's called "Molo" which is actually an Italian word! I felt a bit at home there, it seemed to be in our Riviera! ;-)