Gdansk in autumn - not only for romantics!

26.10.2022

Have you ever been to Gdansk in the summer? Lying on the beach, eating fried fish, or attending a cool festival? That's great - but what is worth seeing in the Tri-City area in autumn? During this season, Gdansk becomes a completely different city. It is now that legends come to life, and the older areas show their unique character.


What to see in the Tri-City in autumn? Let's start with the obvious: in the autumn months, the streets of the Tri-City are not as crowded as in summer. This is conducive to comfortable relaxation, while also helping to feel the local microclimate, and the fact that it gets dark earlier works moodily. The autumn spleen does not apply to those who rest – they can enjoy the view of the sea bravely fighting the darkness, or the foggy streets of the Old Town, illuminated by lanterns and lights from the interiors of Gdansk tenement houses. In a word - Gdansk and the Tri-City in autumn is poetry!

TIME FOR A WALK, SO WHERE TO GO IN GDANSK?
What to do in Gdańsk in autumn? All you need is a good jacket (preferably with a hood) and a camera (a smartphone will do) and essentially that’s all you need to embark on an autumn walk full of impressions. It is good to start it from the beach and observe how the gradually setting sun creates new color forms in the sky together with the sea. You will be delighted, even if you do not suspect the presence of a romantic soul in yourself. A hotel in Gdansk close to the sea will be an additional advantage - the sound of waves and beautiful views are almost at hand!

Where to go in Gdansk? A few-hour walk along the Bay of Gdansk will allow you to breathe healthy, iodine-rich air, take several striking pictures of nature, and also… develop an appetite.

WHAT TO DO IN GDANSK IN AUTUMN? TIME FOR A LITTLE SOMETHING
Typically autumnal weather means that entering a restaurant or bistro, we feel double joy. The intuition of culinary indulgence is accompanied by a pleasant sensation of dryness, warmth, comfort, and overall well-being. Now just take off your jacket, sit at the table and… choose. Gdańsk in autumn is an opportunity to taste many culinary specialties. An autumn city-break in Gdańsk is perfect for checking the state of local gastronomy. There's a lot to choose from! There are, of course, cuisines from all over the world, but at this special time, it is worth choosing a pub with a seasonally specific menu. Pumpkin, goose, forest mushrooms – these elements dominate the menus of Tri-City restaurants in autumn.

THE TRI-CITY IN AUTUMN - CHEERS TO YOUR HEALTH!
Of course, we are not encouraging anyone to sit in the bar for too long, however, after a day full of pedestrian excursions and autumn sightseeing of the Tri-City, the traveler deserves a moment of relaxation. The autumn months, traditionally started with the famous Oktoberfest event, are the perfect time to discover beer flavors. It is worth mentioning that Gdansk is a city with a very rich brewing history - the most breweries in the city on the Motlawa River existed at the beginning of the 16th century, and there were over 400 of them at the time!

Today, quality prevails over quantity - the city boasts a large number of pubs with a rich selection of craft beer. Especially recommendable - especially in Gdansk in autumn - are the microbreweries, serving drinks brewed on the spot. An example is the artisan Brewery Vrest, located just 400 meters from Smart Hotel.

SHOW WHAT IS WORTH SEEING IN THE TRI-CITY - #AUTUMNINGD
For several years, autumn has been a season highly favored by Instagrammers. #Fallmen and #Fallwomen, while having fun in Gdansk, should definitely take a walk to Oliwa Park. This is a place that, with its aesthetics (well-kept park greenery combined with the Rococo-style Abbot's Palace, Japanese garden, and new palm house), invariably attracts all those wanting to take beautiful photos. In autumn in Gdansk, the park is additionally adorned with a carpet of leaves, whose bright colors do not require the use of any filters.

Interesting scenery for a photo session are also places near accommodations in Gdansk, especially the close surroundings of Smart Hotel. Garnizon Kultury, a trendy space in Gdansk's Wrzeszcz, is a new face of the former Prussian barracks, built here at the end of the 19th century. There are restored historic buildings (including the music club Stary Manez – the former riding hall), arranged among park greenery. Although the character of this place has changed significantly – military discipline once dominated here, today it’s rather culture, entertainment, and relaxation – the atmosphere, especially in autumn, is still unique.