Overlooking the Baltic Sea, Władysławowo is a seaside town in the far north of Poland. It was founded as a fishing port in the 1930s and was named after King Władysław IV Vasa, who played an important role in establishing the Polish Navy in the 17th century.
Things to do in Władysławowo
In the heart of Władysławowo is Dom Rybaka, a 1950s-built fishermen’s hotel that serves as the City Hall. It is topped by an observation tower that offers 360-degree views across the town and the Gdansk Coast. Also occupying the tower is the Butterfly Museum, which offers a fascinating insight into the rare and colourful insects that are native to the region.
A short stroll away is Sports Stars Alley, which is the first walkway in Poland dedicated to honouring Polish sportspeople. It is marked by star-shaped brass plaques with the names of sporting celebrities, such as the legendary sprinter Irena Szewińska and the professional soccer player, Kazimierz Deyna. Nearby is the upside-down house of Dom Do Góry Nogami where you can experience fascinating optical illusions.
Large sculptures of killer whales, turtles and sharks are a highlight of Ocean Park Władysławowo, a family-friendly theme park that is focused on the marine world. You can get up close to tropical fish in the aquariums and see a variety of exotic birds or admire the exhibition of intricately carved marine species. Also on-site is a recreated fishing village, complete with traditional huts, boats and fishing equipment.
Getting around Władysławowo
Władysławowo is around 40 minutes’ drive from Gdynia and an hour from Gdansk. Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport is about an hour away and has flights to destinations across Europe. Regular trains connect to the Władysławowo railway station and the town is compact enough to explore on foot.