Experience in Katowice, Poland by Katarzyna

What is it like to live in Katowice? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

City is very nice place to live. There are lot of events. You can party, but you can learn the same much, thanks the cultural institutions.

What is the student lifestyle like in Katowice?

I know mostly this kind of students, who are really ambitious ans work a lot. But if someone like partys, there are a lot of places full of students who like fun.

How much does it cost to live in Katowice?

The lowest amount is 1000 pln, it's possible to live with those money, but you have to save money all the time. I think that comfortable amount is 1500 pln or more.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Katowice? Is there any advice you can give?

It depend on time when you search. The best time is summer: June, July, August. You should find place, which is close your university.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

There are lot of places when you can eat somethink delicious. There are great places with vegetarian food (even if you are meat lover you would like it). There are also good burgerhouses.

What places would you recommend visiting in Katowice?

Philharmony, Silesian Muzeum, Congressional Center, Silesian Park, Fairground, Square, Nikiszowiec and Giszowiec.

Is it good to eat out in Katowice? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Yes !! Złoty Osioł, Mad Mick, Hurry Carry, Zdrowa Krowa, Lenart (pizza) and many others.

Is the nightlife good in Katowice? Where is good to go?

There are a lot of concerts. There is also main street with pubs called Mariacka. But I must admit the city is empty during the week, unless there is war and it's a good weather. Most of partys are during the weekend and this time city is full of pleople. But if you don't need lot of people to be happy, you cn party even the whole week, cause there are a few pubs opened till late night. I can reccoment pub Kontynuacja on Mariacka street. This is pub with beers, but really good beers ! Minus is that they are quite expensive, but definetely worth their price. A place to dance is Bavitto.

What advice would you give future students heading to Katowice?

Find a flat near place where you spend a lot of time. Explore this city, but remember about other polish cities like Krakow or Wrocław. Although be careful. And have a good time !