Katowice is a city in southern Poland that possibly isn’t the most obvious place to visit, however, there are some interesting things to see and do. Katowice is the capital of the Polish province known as Silesian, and is famous for its excellent art and industrial past.
The weather in this region is mild in the summer and cold in the winter, during which time temperatures can drop below freezing. July and August are the most popular times to visit, although you can expect rain all year round.
The city of Katowice has some very unique sights you might want to visit. From interesting museums and industrial tourist sites to a wealth of cultural events, Katowice is worth adding to your itinerary if you ever find yourself if Poland. To make your trip as flexible as possible, book car rental Katowice and drive yourself around the city and its local sights.
Places to Visit
Katowice has been undergoing some renovation and revitalization in recent years, and while there’s still plenty of building work going on it doesn’t detract from the beauty of this industrial city. Here are some attractions to add to your list of places to visit.
Silesian Museum – the Silesian Museum was lucky enough to survive Nazi attacks and in 1984 was reopened as a museum. Within the walls, you’ll learn about Silesian history and art as well as experience ethnological and archaeological exhibitions.
Wyspianski Silesian Theatre – located in the market square of the city this theatre is the largest building dedicated to the dramatic arts in the Silesian region.
Spodek Arena – the Spodek arena is the biggest concert venue in Katowice, and you might mistake it for a flying saucer when you arrive outside. As well as a concert hall, it also a place for sporting events and cultural activities.
Browariat – it might be better if you leave your car rental Katowice at the hotel when you visit this location as it’s where a wide selection of award-winning craft beers are available for your enjoyment. Also on the bar menu are a range of international beers from some of Europe’s best breweries.
Kosciuszko Park – located right at the heart of the city is this charming park. It’s evolved from a small park to one that covers 72 hectares today. There are some very English areas in the park that include lines of roses and English beds of flowers. Cherry trees and rhododendrons also line the walkways.
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