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Gdansk or Warsaw?
Both are culture, history and food destinations in Europe. Gdansk adds city life. Warsaw adds nightlife.
| Gdansk | Warsaw | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Poland | Poland |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | medium | medium |
| Best months | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep | May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Warmest month | July, 23°C | July, 26°C |
| Coolest month | December, 3°C | December, 2°C |
| Known for | Neptune's Fountain, The Crane, St. Mary's Church, European Solidarity Centre | Royal Castle, Palace of Culture and Science, Łazienki Park, Warsaw Rising Museum |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Gdansk | Warsaw |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4°C | 3°C |
| Feb | 4°C | 4°C |
| Mar | 8°C | 8°C |
| Apr | 10°C | 12°C |
| May | 16°C | 18°C |
| Jun | 22°C | 24°C |
| Jul | 23°C | 26°C |
| Aug | 23°C | 25°C |
| Sep | 19°C | 20°C |
| Oct | 14°C | 15°C |
| Nov | 7°C | 7°C |
| Dec | 3°C | 2°C |
So which one?
Pick Gdansk if…
you want city life. It suits couples and backpackers particularly well.
Pick Warsaw if…
you want nightlife. It suits solo travellers particularly well.
Both are at their best in May, June, July, August, September.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Gdansk or Warsaw cheaper?
Gdansk is mid-priced for a week, Warsaw is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Gdansk or Warsaw?
Gdansk peaks at 23°C in July; Warsaw peaks at 26°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.