Free self-guided walk · Gdańsk

The Royal Way

A free self-guided walk in Gdańsk, along the Royal Way from the Golden Gate to the Green Gate and the medieval crane.

Distance
1.2 km
Walking time
16 min
Allow
About 2 hours with stops
Stops
6

Open the route in Google MapsGdańsk city guide

About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Gdańsk on foot.

Finish at the riverside crane.

  • Terrain: Flat and cobbled.
  • Best time: Morning or evening.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Golden Gate

    Start at the western gate.

  2. Long Market

    Walk the main street.

  3. Neptune's Fountain

    The bronze fountain.

  4. Green Gate

    The gate on the river.

  5. Mariacka Street

    The amber lane.

  6. Gdańsk Crane

    Finish at the medieval crane.

Tips

  • St Mary's tower climb gives views over the Main Town.
  • Amber shops line Mariacka Street.
  • Dress for wind off the Baltic.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.