The town is still developing as an important sea fishing base and as a region interesting for enthusiasts of history, but the typical, healthy maritime climate makes the place a real paradise for those who just enjoy sunbathing and swimming in the sea. There is a single long and wide sandy beach on the high seas side while on the Puck Bay side is the “small beach”, near the port and promenade with its narrow and irregular coastline and several capes. The shallow and calm waters of Puck Bay’s “Little Sea” give fishermen an opportunity to fish safely. That is why all towns of the Hel Peninsula are situated on this side, separated from the sea by the forest and the sandbar.

If you are going to visit Hel, why not drop in to seal centre at the Hel Marine Station? It is a breeding centre for seals, which are later released to help re-establish the species in the Baltic Sea. It is definitely the biggest attraction for children here. The Museum of Fishing is also worth seeing – located in a former church with a high tower from which you can admire the beautiful landscape. The second most popular spot for visiting is a lighthouse dating from the early 19th century.

There is a promenade in the centre, with many amazing small cafes in the fishing style to encourage you take long walks down there. The harbour now serves primarily as a yacht marina, but you can sail to Tricity from there as well. Hel houses a sea life biological laboratory, a geophysical observatory and throughout the town there are many interesting examples of naval armament and equipment exhibited (torpedoes, torpedo tubes, mines etc.). The stone strengthening of the breakwaters and many interesting wrecks in the shallow sea near Hel make the area most popular for divers (e.g. a U-Boot and the tugboat Abille).