Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) travel guide

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With a population of 171,803, Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is the largest city in Warminsko-Mazurskie, Poland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 78
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Plane

Although Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Szymany Olsztyn-Mazury (SZY), which is located 44 km from Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie).

Train

Located 1.4 km from the city centre, Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is the busiest station in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). Another popular train station is Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Olsztyn Glowny, located 42 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is to pick up a car rental from Warsaw, which is about 176 km from Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). You’ll find branches of Flex To Go and Sixt, among others, in Warsaw.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Uniwersytet-Prawocheńskiego, located 2.5 km from downtown Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Olsztyn is also a commonly used station, and is 3.0 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Szymany Olsztyn-Mazury (SZY), which is located 44 km from Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie).

Train

Located 1.4 km from the city centre, Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is the busiest station in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). Another popular train station is Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Olsztyn Glowny, located 42 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is to pick up a car rental from Warsaw, which is about 176 km from Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). You’ll find branches of Flex To Go and Sixt, among others, in Warsaw.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Uniwersytet-Prawocheńskiego, located 2.5 km from downtown Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie). Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) Olsztyn is also a commonly used station, and is 3.0 km from the city centre.

Airports near Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Airlines serving Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Lufthansa
Good (7,356 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,417 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,799 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,717 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,762 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,630 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,673 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,622 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,754 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,082 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (4,159 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,407 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,331 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,986 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,367 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,286 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Most booked hotels in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Przystan Hotel And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 125+
Warminski Hotel & Conference
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 80+
Best Western Plus Hotel Olsztyn Old Town
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 113+
Hotel Wysoka Brama
1 star
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 40+

Renting a car in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie)

Expect to pay C$ 2.31 per litre in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 27.65 and C$ 36.86. The most frequently booked car type in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is Economy (Renault Clio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Stonic or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.31 per litre in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 27.65 and C$ 36.86. The most frequently booked car type in Olsztyn (Warminsko-Mazurskie) is Economy (Renault Clio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Stonic or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.