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Things to Do near Old Market Square, Poznan
The Old Market Square of Poznan is lined with former merchants’ houses painted in vibrant colours and decorated, each in a unique way. This Old Market Square is set in the centre of Poznan’s Old Town and dates back to the 13th century. Most of the buildings were destroyed in WWII but carefully restored later. You will love wandering around the square and will surely take a bunch of photos, later you can take a break in one of the many cafes set in those amazing houses.
moreThe Old Market Square of Poznan is lined with former merchants’ houses painted in vibrant colours and decorated, each in a unique way. This Old Market Square is set in the centre of Poznan’s Old Town and dates back to the 13th century. Most of the buildings were destroyed in WWII but carefully restored later. You will love wandering around the square and will surely take a bunch of photos, later you can take a break in one of the many cafes set in those amazing houses.
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An interesting place, I recommend coming here at least once in your life."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F4h4C15TiOghb5rOwNzZp%2F22.jpg?alt=media&token=c441f535-df34-4440-87ac-f51786dca57c"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KryREiSO8bQ"}]},{"address":"Merchants' Houses","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":52.40840182062727,"longitude":16.934832150000013},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"**Domki Budnicze**\nTo the left of the Town Hall you can find perhaps the most recognisable Poznań sight: the picture-book-worthy, technicolor row of townhouses planted right in the middle of the Main Square. 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The cozy interior and private garden make you feel at ease here - like at home."},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F4h4C15TiOghb5rOwNzZp%2F4.jpg?alt=media&token=23ccd404-f938-4806-b183-ac5398227c42"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F4h4C15TiOghb5rOwNzZp%2F44.jpg?alt=media&token=0d1b8876-40bc-4566-8ee6-fd12013039b5"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JN7ZvHNUpj0"}]},{"address":"Old Market Square","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":52.40825424044957,"longitude":16.933622142127955},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"**ExitRoom**\nWe visited this escape room because as well as it being located near the apartment, we had communicated with them prior to our trip with regards to whether the kids would be ok with it, whether it could be done in English etc. Even before our visit we were impressed as they answered all of our questions.\nWe did have trouble finding the escape room and would advise allowing extra time in case you also cant find it! 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All 5 thoroughly enjoyed themselves again.\nGreat value for money, helpful staff and would definitely recommend!"},{"type":"img","content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2F4h4C15TiOghb5rOwNzZp%2F11.jpg?alt=media&token=b574ca87-9f61-4879-a57e-9a7aac6f5624"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g274847-d7808972-Reviews-ExitRoom-Poznan_Greater_Poland_Province_Central_Poland.html"}]},{"address":"Military Museum of Wielkopolska","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.10218818160659443,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":52.408584320627384,"longitude":16.932885699999996},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"We had a hard time trying to find the museum in the first place. 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The Old Market Square of Poznan is lined with former merchants’ houses painted in vibrant colours and decorated, each in a unique way. This Old Market Square is set in the centre of Poznan’s Old Town and dates back to the 13th century. Most of the buildings were destroyed in WWII but carefully restored later. You will love wandering around the square and will surely take a bunch of photos, later you can take a break in one of the many cafes set in those amazing houses.
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