Gdansk: Elblag & Frombork Tour

This captivating tour offers you the chance to explore the enchanting city of Elblag and the historic town of Frombork in a single day from Gdansk. Elblag, known for its beautifully restored Old Town, presents a unique blend of modernity and history. Frombork, often associated with the great astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, is a gem on the Polish Baltic coast. It is celebrated not only for its astronomical connections but also for its breathtaking cathedral complex, which stands as a beacon of Gothic architecture and historical intrigue.

We offer private tours to Elblag and Frombork from Gdansk on request.

Tour itinerary:

1. hotel pick up at chosen time,
2. approx. 45 min drive from Gdansk to Elblag by private car/van accompanied by our English speaking driver,
3. up to 2 hours of free time for self-guided walking sightseeing tour of Elblag during which you will be able to see:

• Elblag Main Market Square – main square of the city, surrounded by beautiful and unique style tenement houses,
• Targowa Gate, which is 26 meters tall and remains a remnant of medieval fortifications
• Old Town Hall – a striking example of Gothic architecture, serves as a historic centerpiece in the city, reflecting its rich past and cultural heritage
• The St. Nicolaus Cathedral – named in honor of Copernicus, stands as a magnificent example of Brick Gothic architecture, embodying the city’s deep religious traditions and architectural beauty
• The boulevard by the river Elblag – picturesque promenade, blending the tranquility of flowing waters with vibrant urban life, making it a popular spot for both relaxation and leisure

4. approx. 30 min drive from Elblag to Frombork
5. 4 hours of free time in Frombork for lunch and self-guided walking tour during which you will be able to admire:

• The Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Andrew in Frombork, built from 1329-1388. This Roman Catholic church is recognized as one of Poland’s national Historic Monuments, where Nicolaus Copernicus served as a canon.
• The Nicolaus Copernicus Museum, located in the former Bishop’s Palace on the southeastern side of Cathedral Hill, is a Gothic-Baroque structure that houses the museum’s main exhibits, featuring Frombork’s stained glass, the life and achievements of Nicolaus Copernicus, and the role of astronomy in navigation and geodesy, among others.
• The Copernicus Tower, likely the earliest fortification component, was owned by Copernicus from 1504 to 1543.
• The Belfry, also known as Radziejowski’s Tower, is the highest structure on Cathedral Hill. It houses a planetarium with Foucault’s pendulum and an observation deck.
• The Southern Gate, a 14th-century segment of the site’s fortifications.
• Saint Adalbert Church, a 19th-century neo-Gothic structure designed by Berlin architect Fryderyk Stuller.
• The Historical Church of St. Nicholas, a Gothic brick church from the late 14th century.
• The building of the Former Hospital of the Holy Ghost, now the Museum of Medicine, which has been in existence since the late 15th century.

6. up to 1,5 hour drive back from Frombork to Gdansk

7. your hotel drop off in Gdansk

Whole tour lasts up to 9 hours

Prices: from 180 PLN per person

What is included?

• hotel pick up at chosen time and hotel drop off,
• comfortable, air-conditioned, private transportation
• private English speaking driver’s service during whole tour
• up to 2 hours of free time in Elblag for sightseeing on your own
• approx. 4 hours of free time in Frombork city centre for lunch and sightseeing on your own