🇵🇱🌊 Gdańsk Escape: Poland’s Colorful Baltic Surprise on a Budget! 🌊🇵🇱

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📍 Where Is It?
Gdańsk, Poland’s beautiful port city by the Baltic Sea, full of colorful streets, historic ships, and seaside charm ⚓🏰✨

💰 Budget Breakdown:
🛏️ Stay:

Hostel Beds: €10–€15/night

Budget Hotels: €25–€40/night
🍽️ Meals: €3–€7 for local Polish dishes
🚋 Local Transport: €1–€2 per ride (walk Old Town for free!)
🎟️ Attractions: FREE–€5 (great value!)

🗓️ Best Time to Visit:
🌸 May – September for warm breezes and riverside strolls 🌅

🎯 Top Highlights:
🎨 Dlugi Targ (Long Market): Main street with pastel buildings & street performers
⛪ St. Mary’s Church: Climb to the top for epic city views (€3)
⚓ Gdańsk Crane: Iconic riverside landmark (€2)
🖼️ European Solidarity Centre: €4 — Inspiring history
🕰️ Museum of WWII: One of the best WWII museums in the world (€5)
🚤 Motlawa River Walk: FREE — Perfect at sunset 🌇

🍽️ Must-Try Foods:
🥟 Pierogi (Stuffed Dumplings): €4
🐟 Baltic Fish Fry (Fresh, crispy): €5-€8
🍲 Żurek (Sour Rye Soup): €3-€4
🍰 Sernik (Cheesecake): €2
☕ Local Cafés: €2-€3 for coffee with cozy vibes

🚍 Getting Around:
🚶 Walk the Old Town
🚋 Use trams for longer distances (€1-€2)
🚢 Boat trips available for €5-€10 (optional but fun!)

✈️ How to Reach:
🛫 Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN) → 30 mins by local train (€2)

💖 Why Visit Gdańsk?
✅ Less crowded than Warsaw or Krakow
✅ Perfect mix of coastal beauty + historic charm
✅ Affordable, with amazing local food
✅ Ideal for history lovers & seaside explorers ⚓

💡 Pro Tips:
💵 Have Polish Zloty (PLN) in cash for smaller eateries
📸 Visit during golden hour for stunning riverside photos
🎟️ Book museum tickets online during peak months
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