Swidnica is not just an industrial town, there are also many historic relics to be sought and examined. The Town Square is enchanting, and its tenement houses abound with Gothic, Baroque, Classicistic and Art Nouveau architectural embellishments. In addition, a series of Baroque sculptures, two corner statues, a statue of the Holy Trinity and four fountains decorate the Town Square. Two of these fountains are handsomely adorned with figures representing a pair of mythological heroes – Atlas and Neptune.

The Museum of Old Trade is unique in its vast number of artefacts dedicated to the development of trade in Poland. Moreover, the museum holds a large collection of photographs and postcards reflecting the history of Swidnica.

The town holds great interest for visitors interested in railways, as the system of old railway viaducts – quite valuable monuments – trace the development of the19th-century rail system. They also feature miscellaneous architectural styles and techniques that are typical of the period and which give them a certain atmosphere.

There are two ice rinks open for those interested in winter sports – one is outdoor and is located in the Market Square, while the indoor one can be found in Slaska Street.

Swidnica has a number of interesting restaurants, serving the whole range of Polish, Galician and Bohemian cuisines.