Events and attractions in Opole - Poland's song capital
Opole is the historic capital of Polish song, hosting the National Festival of Polish Song broadcast nationwide since 1963. Set on the Oder River, it blends Silesian and Opole traditions with a lively academic scene and the rich culture of the region's German minority.
Concerts and cultural events in Opole
The National Festival of Polish Song takes place each June at the Millennium Amphitheatre on the Oder, alongside a cabaret festival and the Opole Guitar Festival. The Kochanowski Theatre and the Opole Philharmonic round out the scene. Browse all concerts and festivals.
Top attractions, museums and landmarks
The Piast Tower is one of the oldest secular buildings in Poland, with a viewpoint over the city. See the Renaissance town hall on the Market Square and, for more sightseeing and tourism, the excellent Museum of the Opole Village open-air museum. Families enjoy Opole Zoo and the Wodna Nutka aquapark.
Restaurants, food and nightlife in Opole
Restaurants around the Market Square serve regional Silesian cuisine - browse accommodation and food. Weekend trips lead to St. Anne's Mountain (a UNESCO geopark) and Lake Turawa for water and beach fun, plus plenty of ideas for kids and families.
Travelling further across Poland? Discover more in Katowice, Wroclaw and Krakow.