gdansk nights: a messy digital nomad log

i just stepped off the train and the air felt like a slap of frost, i just checked and it's biting cold there right now, hope you like that kind of thing. the streets are wet, the neon signs flicker, and i’m hunting for a spot to set up my laptop before the sunrise.

someone told me that the best croissants are at that bakery near the river, but i heard that the line never ends on weekends. if you get bored, krakow or wroclaw are just a short drive away, and the train hop is cheap as chips.

*café hopping has become my ritual: i pop into hostel lobbies, claim a power outlet, and watch the world scroll by on the metro while sipping cheap espresso. the vibe is gritty, the wifi is spotty, but the people are weirdly friendly. i’m obsessed with the sunrise over the old town, it’s like the city wakes up just for me.

i’ve scribbled a few pro‑tips (yeah, i’m using bullet points because i’m lazy):

- grab a ticket for the night bus, it’s cheaper than a taxi
- download the local board app, it shows last‑minute gigs
- avoid the main square after dark, the police love to patrol

some reviews float around like gossip: "the rooftop bar is overpriced but the view is worth it." i tried it anyway, and the cocktail was too sweet for my taste, but the city lights were magnificent*.

i’ve linked a few spots you might want to check:

tripadvisor guide to gdansk

yelp reviews for local cafés

local board for street art events

and if you’re into maps, check this:

i snapped a couple of photos from unsplash to give you a vibe: