Zakopane travel guide
Zakopane Tourism | Zakopane Guide
You're Going to Love Zakopane
With a population of 27,580, Zakopane is a must-see destination in Malopolskie, Poland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 12 days in order to fully appreciate everything Zakopane has to offer.
When to visit Zakopane
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Zakopane in July, when the average temperature is 7 °C, and the highest can go up to 10 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -11 °C, with an average temperature of -9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 200 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Zakopane, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.
How to Get to Zakopane
Plane
Although Zakopane doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to J. Paul II Krakow Airport (KRK), which is located 54 miles from Zakopane. The shortest flight to Zakopane from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 16h 20m.
Train
PKP Intercity is the most popular train carrier serving Zakopane, followed by České dráhy. The train journey from Zakopane to Katowice takes 1h 04m and costs around ₹ 1,168 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rzeszow, expect to pay about ₹ 1,335 for a 1h 28m trip. Located 0.6 miles from the city centre, Zakopane is the busiest station in Zakopane. Another popular train station is Zakopane, located 2 miles from the centre.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Zakopane, including FlixBus, Regiojet and Bus. From Katowice, the bus ride to Zakopane takes 70 miles and will cost you around ₹ 334. From Ostrava, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,669 for a journey of 140 miles. The most popular bus station is Zakopane Kasprowicza, located 1.2 miles from the city centre of Zakopane. Zakopane Zakopane is also a commonly used station, and is 0.0 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Zakopane
Where to stay in Zakopane
From 5-star hotels such as the Bachleda Residence Zakopane to great affordable options like the Hotel Logos, Zakopane offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 5,390 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 8,084 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Pokoje Goscinne Zak and Hotel Helios.