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"To see where WWII began in practical terms, I visit the Westerplatte memorial site, which I find a sobering and historically pivotal stop near Gdańsk." - Caitlin Morton
Monument, park, bunkers, barracks, and museum detailing WW2
80-001 Gdańsk, Poland Get directions
Hotel · Gdansk
Modern hotel with spa, gym, rooftop bar, and art collection
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Museum · Gdansk
Museum & library on Solidarity, democracy, and dialogue
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Cafe · Gdansk
Specialty coffee, delicious cakes, and friendly staff
Minimalist cafe with excellent coffee, banana bread, pies
Reconstructed 18th-century merchant house with ornate furniture
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Catholic church · Gdansk
Historic 13th C. church, city views, Hevelius tomb, carillon
Hostel · Gdansk
Modern hostel with 24h reception, bar, pool table, karaoke
Historical landmark · Gdansk
Dutch Mannerist gate symbolizing civic virtues and resilience
Coffee shop · Gdansk
Specialty coffee, house-made cakes, seasonal drinks, and desserts
Restaurant · Gdansk
Bakery by day, global restaurant by night; planet cocktails
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