7 days in High Tatras & Slovakia Itinerary

Home to Poland's indigenous Goral people, Zakopane sits at the foothill of the Tatra Mountains, an area serving as one of the country's most fashionable year-round vacation getaways.

On the 9th (Mon), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Gubalowka, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Cmentarz Zasluzonych na Peksowym Brzyzku, and finally take in the awesome beauty at Giewont Mountain. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the masterpieces at The Wladyslaw Hasior Gallery, make a trip to Krupowki Street, then shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of Our Lady of Czestochowa.

To find photos, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read Zakopane day trip app.

Bristol, UK to Zakopane is an approximately 8.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Bristol to Zakopane due to the time zone difference. In September, daytime highs in Zakopane are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to drive to Bratislava.

Slovakia's capital, Bratislava, attracts visitors for its natural beauty and rich culture, offering a plethora of landscapes, outdoor activities, historical monuments, and a stately old town.

Bratislava is known for historic sites, museums, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take an in-depth tour of Devin Castle, contemplate the long history of St. Martin's Cathedral (Dom svateho Martina), make a trip to Grassalkovich Palota, and enjoy breathtaking views from UFO Observation Deck.

To find maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Bratislava online route builder.

Traveling by car from Zakopane to Bratislava takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and train; or take a shuttle. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Zakopane in September; daily highs in Bratislava reach 25°C and lows reach 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.