#WC
WROCLAW NIGHTLIFE
SURVIVAL GUIDE
We all love to party but sometimes it can be a bit scary going out in a new city. So we have put together this nightlife guide so you can have the craziest, drunkest and safest night possible in this magical city we all love.
Currency
Although Poland is in the EU they still use their own currency which is the Zloty. The conversion rate is 4zl to 1 Euro. Be careful when changing over money as most places in the old town have very bad rates.
Cash or Card?
Nearly every bar, pub and club in Wroclaw accept credit cards. When paying cash try not to use big notes as the bartenders won't be too happy. Everyone always seems to be running out of change so you might end up leaving a bigger tip because they don't have any change to return to you.
Tipping
Tipping is not mandatory in Wroclaw but for dinner, its polite to normally leave about 12%. At a bar, you normally leave about 1zl per drink and more if its busy and you want to be served quickly.
Getting Around
Most bars and clubs are located the Old Town a few minutes walk from each other and all bars are walking distance from one and other.
Getting Home
If you are too drunk to get home then it is best to call a taxi or order an Uber. If you just hop into one on the street they will charge you extra and try to rip you off.
Drugs
Drugs are very illegal in Wroclaw and you can get in a lot of trouble if you are caught with any. The quality is also known to be very poor. You're better off buying a few extra shots of vodka or if your feeling brave then get a shot of Spirytus (96% strength).
Police
The City Police are always walking around at night for people who may need help but they are also sick and tired of dealing with drunk tourists. They lock up drunk misbehaving tourists for the night until they sober up then slap them with a 500zl(120€) fine.
Drinking in Public
It is illegal to drink in public and if the police catch you they will give you a nice big fine or lock you up for the night.
Ordering Drinks
When ordering drinks at clubs you need to specify exactly what drink you want otherwise the bartender will charge you for the most expensive option. We recommend to always ask for the cheapest option.
Locals
Wroclaw is a student city. Most locals and students are very polite and approachable and love talking to foreigners to find out where they are from and what they are doing here.
Security
The security guards at most bars and clubs are not very nice so don't look at them or say anything to them. If they ask you to leave you should do so promptly.
Polish
Hello -- Cześć
How are you -- Jak siÄ™ masz
Two beers, please -- Dwa piwa proszÄ™
No -- Nie
Yes -- Tak
Please -- Prosze
Whats your phone number -- Jaki jest Twój numer telefonu
You are beautiful -- Jesteś piękna
Weather
Wroclaw is a great place to party but it can get extremely cold in winter, down to -20 in fact. So make sure you pack a warm jack if your coming in winter, all clubs have cloakrooms and charge around 2 pln but they get very busy and sometimes lose your jackets so keep that in mind.
Dresscode
Most bars in Wroclaw have a very relaxed dress code but all the clubs around the old have a dress code that varies from no sports gear to full suit and tie, it's always best to check ahead what it is as the door selection are not very forgiving.