Zakopane is a mountain town in Poland that has much more to offer than the spectacular mountains, although the Tatry Mountains do alone make the trip to Zakopane worth the time and money that will be spent. Not only do you get to see the Giewont of the Tatry Mountains, but you also get to see the breathtaking Morskie Oko Lake and take a walk down the famed Krupowki Street as well, two more of the most sought out attractions in Poland. There are plenty of great Zakopane hotels within close distance to all of these wonderful natural wonders, as there are plenty of great restaurants, and plenty of things to do as well. Much of the activity in the town is related to either the mountains (both in the summer months as well as in the winter) or the lake, but there are other things to take up your time while you are visiting Zakopane as well. The town has a very rich history so there are plenty of historical sites to see, as well as a few museums dedicated to both Zakopane and Polish history. The town is also steeped in tradition, and that includes when it comes to the Christmas season, and what an amazing place to be during Christmas. Zakopane is referred to as Poland’s “winter capital,” and the scenery goes oh so well with the holiday season. Even the Zakopane hotels get into the holidays during the holiday season, so you can be sure that wherever you stay will only add to your holiday vacation. Zakopane is definitely one of the smaller towns in Poland, but it is characterized by some of the best natural scenery in the country. The town is popular for skiing and mountaineering, but these activities are only the beginning of what Zakopane has to offer. Whether you decide to visit there because you want to take in the beautiful sights that are Morskie Oko Lake, or you want to take a stroll down Krupowki Street to take in all of the culture, or you want to climb to the tops of the Giewont peaks, you should also make time to explore the town itself on your own. There is always so much to see beyond what the tourist websites and travel experts tell you, and some of those non-mentioned things are even more worth seeing, after all, the point of your holiday is to make memories.