What are the best things to do in Łódź?
Top picks in Łódź include Old Market Square, The Decalogue Memorial, Poznański Palace. See the full list and itinerary on this Łódź travel guide.
Photo: Michał Tomczak · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Łódź
Travel guide for Łódź, Poland — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Łódź is a stop in Poland, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 1 days. If time is short, prioritise Old Market Square, The Decalogue Memorial, Poznański Palace instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 55–130 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Łódź
1
Old Market Square
2
The Decalogue Memorial
3
Poznański Palace
Budget travel
Free things to do in Łódź
Old Market Square
The Decalogue Memorial
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Łódź itinerary (1 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Old Market Square
- Visit The Decalogue Memorial
- Visit Poznański Palace
- Eat at Da Grasso
Budget
Łódź trip cost
Budget
USD 25–45
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 55–130
per person / day
Luxury
USD 150–245+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Łódź, Poland. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Łódź
Estimated total (USD)
$2,145
≈ $1,073 per person · $306 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $90/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Łódź mid-range ground costs (budget 25–45 · mid 55–130 · luxury 150–245+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Da Grasso
Their big pizza is more than enough for 2 hungry people. It is a chain, so you can find their restaurants all around the city.
In Centro
Small pizzeria in the center of the city near Galeria Lodzka and Ibis Hotel. The oldest one in Łódź.
Green Way
A vegetarian fast food chain has one restaurant. They also offer free wireless access to the internet.
Manekin
This place is about pancakes that are served in all imaginable varieties, sweet or savory, plain or stuffed, and even baked under cheese to
Orfeusz
International restaurant with traditional Polish and Italian cuisine. There is also a salad bar and a big choice of dishes à la carte.
Szwalnia smaków
Great breakfasts, excellent hummus, very friendly service.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Boss Łódź**
TV in every room, parking free for all guests, tasty traditional food in hotel's restaurant.
Hotel Boss
Few minutes by public transport from ul. Piotrkowska, in calm area, close to main roads. Free Wi-Fi, free parking, restaurant and pub. Each
- $
Hotel Ambasador Chojny
In the southern part of the city in a small park. Free parking, swimming pool and sauna included in the room price. The hotel restaurant is
Hotel Borowiecki
About 10 minutes from the centre by public transport. It is very close to Zdrowie Park. Good access by car
Łodzki Dom Turystyczny Helenówek
In the northern outskirts of town, right by a large forest and with a pond on site. Tram connection (25-30 min. to the centre). Has a variet
Shopping
- Manufaktura
- Galeria Łódzka
- Port Łódź
- Ptak Trade Center
- Polros
- Retkinia Shopping Center
Nightlife
- Piwoteka
- Bierhalle
- Pub Łódź Kaliska
- Irish Pub
- Rolling Stone
- Dwie Dłonie
Museums & culture
- Poznański Palace
In pictures
Łódź gallery
Photos: Michał Tomczak, Sławomir Milejski, Derbrauni, Zakochaj się w Łodzi, Sebastian Glapinski platinstudio — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Łódź travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Łódź?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Łódź?
Plan at least 1 days in Łódź for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Łódź?
Popular stays in Łódź include Hotel Boss Łódź**, Hotel Boss, Hotel Ambasador Chojny. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Łódź cost?
On the ground in Łódź (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 25–45 per person per day, mid-range about 55–130, and luxury about 150–245+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Łódź, Poland. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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