Best things to do in Szczecin

Szczecin Must-Sees

Szczecin’s architectural landscape spans from the 14th-century Gothic Cathedral and St. John the Evangelist Church to the Renaissance Pomeranian Dukes' Castle. Historical fortifications include the ornate 18th-century Royal and Harbor Gates. Modern landmarks feature the award-winning Szczecin Philharmonic and the subterranean Dialogue Centre Upheavals museum. The city also offers a look into wartime history within a massive five-level underground shelter and cultural exhibits at the National Museum.

Szczecin Must-Sees — Map

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Royal Gate

An 18th-century Baroque gate designed by Gerhard Cornelius van Wallrawe as part of the Prussian fortifications. It features ornate stone carvings, including a relief of the Prussian eagle and trophies.

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Szczecin Cathedral

The St. James the Apostle Archcathedral Basilica is a Gothic cathedral located in Szczecin, Poland and seat of the Archdiocese of Szczecin…

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Pomeranian Dukes' Castle

The Ducal Castle, also known as the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle, and Szczecin Castle, is a renaissance castle in the city of Szczecin, Poland,…

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Szczecin National Museum

The Szczecin National Museum is a national museum in Szczecin, Poland, established on 1 August 1945.

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Old City Town Hall

The Old Town Hall in Szczecin is the present day town hall in the old town district.

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Szczecin Philharmonic

Szczecin Philharmonic, officially Mieczysław Karłowicz Philharmonic, founded in 1948, is a philharmonic of the city of Szczecin, Poland.

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Brama Portowa

Built between 1725 and 1727, this Baroque gate was once a primary entrance in the city’s defensive walls. It is decorated with elaborate sculptures and a Latin inscription honoring King Frederick William I.

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St. John the Evangelist Church

Presumably the oldest building in Szczecin. Prime example of Gothic style.

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Muzeum Centrum Dialogu Przełomy

An underground branch of the National Museum documenting Szczecin's post-war history and social protests. The minimalist pavilion was named World Building of the Year at the 2016 World Architecture Festival.

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Underground Szczecin

The dark side of Szczecin: former catacombs were turned into five-level underground shelter during the WWII. A must see.

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