Krakow, Poland

A royal Polish city of medieval squares, castle, salt mines, and jazz cellars.

street and tower in Krakow, Poland

🏛️ Sights & Attractions in Krakow

  • Wawel Castle — St. George's Chapel was a place of worship at Wawel Castle in Kraków, Poland. It was both a royal chapel and the chapel of the commoners. The chapel was governed by the dean and canons of Wawel.
  • Main Market Square — The Main Market Square a historic square located in the Old Town of Kraków, Poland.
  • St Mary's Basilica — The Main Market Square a historic square located in the Old Town of Kraków, Poland.
  • Cloth Hall — A cloth hall or linen hall is a form of market hall building located in the centre of the main marketplace of a European town. Cloth halls were built from medieval times into the 18th century.
  • Kazimierz — Kazimierz is a historic district of Kraków, formerly an independent town from 1366 until it was incorporated into Kraków in 1800. Once the center of Jewish life in Poland, it is now part of the District I Old Town and is known for its restored synagogues, cafes, and art galleries.
  • Schindler's Factory — Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory is a former metal item factory in Kraków. It now hosts two museums: the Museum of Contemporary Art in Kraków, on the former workshops, and a branch of the Historical Museum of the City of Kraków, situated at ul. Lipowa 4 in the district of Zabłoci
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine — The Wieliczka Salt Mine is a salt mine in the town of Wieliczka, near Kraków in southern Poland.
  • Planty Park — Planty is a historic urban park surrounding the Old Town in Kraków, Poland. It was built on the site of the destroyed Medieval defensive walls of the city.
  • Bishop's Palace — The Bishop's Palace in Kraków is the seat of Kraków metropolitan Curia, Poland, and the traditional residence of Kraków bishops since the late 14th century. It is the second largest palace in the city after Wawel, the former seat of the Polish monarchs. It is part of a monastery complex of the Franciscan religious order. Bishop's Palace is best known for being the residence of Pope John Paul II during his stays in the city. He used to give his blessings and talk to his followers from a window above the main entrance at night.
  • Collegium Maius — The Collegium Maius located in Kraków Old Town, Poland, is the Jagiellonian University's oldest building, dating back to the 14th century. It stands at the corner of ulica Jagiellońska and ulica Świętej Anny near the Main Square of the historic city centre. Collegium Maius is the
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🥾 Trails & Hikes in Krakow

  • Planty Park Ring Walk — A scenic 4-kilometre circular walk around the Old Town through the park that replaced the medieval city walls, offering tree-lined paths and historic views.
  • Kazimierz District Walk — A walking route through the historic Jewish quarter exploring synagogues, the Old Cemetery, Plac Nowy, and the area’s revitalised cultural scene.
  • Royal Route Walk — The ceremonial path from Florian Gate through Floriańska Street, Main Market Square, and Grodzka Street to Wawel Castle, traditionally used by Polish kings.
  • Tyniec Abbey Trail — A riverside trail along the Vistula leading to the Benedictine Abbey perched on a limestone cliff, founded in 1044 as Poland’s oldest monastery.

🏖️ Beaches in Krakow

  • Stacja Parkowa — A scenic stretch of coastline near Prądnik Czerwony in Krakow, with rocky and sandy sections good for walking and exploring.
  • Kryspinów Plaża Naturystyczna — Kryspinów Plaża Naturystyczna, a sandy stretch in Krakow known for its relaxed atmosphere and clear water for swimming.
  • Plaża Bagry — A waterfront area in Krakow, in the Podgórze area with open sea views and a mix of sand and rock along the shore.
  • Plaża Bagry - Wschód — Plaża Bagry - Wschód, a local beach in Krakow in the Podgórze area with room to spread out, gentle waves, and sunset views along the shore.

🍽️ Restaurants in Krakow

  • Wierzynek — Poland’s most famous restaurant since 1945, occupying three historic townhouses on Main Market Square and named after a legendary 1364 royal feast.
  • Pod Aniołami — A family-run restaurant since 1893 located in Gothic cellars along the Royal Route, renowned for marinated meats cooked on an elm wood-fired grill.
  • Chimera — Kraków’s first and largest salad bar, located in a heated medieval courtyard with a ten-meter counter featuring diverse salads, hot dishes, and natural juices.
  • Szara Gęś — An elegant Polish cuisine restaurant on Main Market Square specialising in refined traditional dishes with contemporary presentation.
  • Miod i Wino — A Polish noble bistro in a neobaroque palace featuring sarmatian portraits, historic weapons, and a seasonal rooftop terrace with Planty Park views.
  • Hawełka — The oldest continuously operating restaurant on Main Market Square since 1876, originally located upstairs and now on the ground floor of the Pod Krzysztofory tenement.
  • Trzy Rybki — An elegant restaurant in the Renaissance rooms of Hotel Stary, featuring ribbed vaults, Gothic windows, and seasonal Polish cuisine with modern arrangements.

🍸 Bars & Nightlife in Krakow

  • Alchemia — A legendary Kazimierz club since 1999 with a rustic candlelit interior, antique furniture, and a basement concert venue hosting live music and cultural events.
  • Singer — A relaxed Kazimierz bar on Plac Nowy featuring vintage sewing machines repurposed as table tops in a moody candlelit atmosphere.
  • Pijalnia Wódki i Piwa — A nostalgic vodka and beer bar on Floriańska Street styled after 1950s Poland, serving traditional spirits and cheap beer in a retro atmosphere.
  • Harris Piano Jazz Bar — An intimate jazz bar on Main Market Square featuring live piano performances in a sophisticated cellar setting.
  • Piwnica Pod Baranami — Kraków’s legendary literary cabaret since 1956 in the cellars of the Pod Baranami Palace, featuring political satire and artistic performances.

🎯 Activities & Tours in Krakow

  • Historic Krakow : Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking tour — This award-winning Krakow tour will cover all of the highlights of Krakow Old Town and Wawel Castle. The small fee you pay to Viator is a booking fee to secure your place on the tour. On the day, you will join our donations-based tour. Our guides work for contributions at the en
  • Old Town Krakow & Wawel Castle Walking Tour — Kraków’s Old Town luckily survived the Second World War, so you are able to feel the ambiance of the days when it used to be the capital of Europe’s largest country. Book a tour around the city that hasn’t changed much from the Middle Ages to find out why it was included on the f
  • Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka — Top-rated day trip (4.9/5 from 12,000+ reviews). Ride the Gubałówka cable car, taste highlander cheese & local vodka, and enjoy a full 3 hours at Chocholow Thermal Baths — modern geothermal hot springs with outdoor thermal pools, slides, pool bars and unforgettable mountain views
  • Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau Live Guided Tour & Hotel Pick-up — Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour provided by professional and certified museum guide. Transportation between Krakow and Auschwitz is provided by modern Mercedes Benz vehicles equpied with tv screens, airconditioning, WiFi and chargers. Tour leader help is guarantee on every steep
  • Wawel Castle and Cathedral Guided Walking Tour in Kraków — Explore Wawel Castle and Cathedral with an expert guide. Discover royal chambers, stunning chapels, and centuries of Polish history. Experience the grandeur of Wawel Castle and Cathedral—two of Krakow’s most treasured landmarks—on a guided tour designed for those who appreciate h
  • ZAKOPANE & TATRA Mountains Tour from Krakow — On this 8-9 hour program, enjoy one of the best views in Zakopane with a funicular ride to Gubałówka. Admire the spectacular view of the High Tatras, which are covered with snow until May. Visit Krupówki, the most popular street in the heart of Zakopane, where you can experience
  • Half-Day Krakow Food Tour in Old Town and Kazimierz — •Experience authentic traditional Polish food with Krakow Food Tour! • Taste local flavors and get a great introduction to Polish food, culture, and the city. A delicious way to experience Polish cuisine • Have fun with your English Speaking Guide and fellow travelers. Polish fo
  • Krakow: Zakopane, Tatra Mountains, Cable Car & Thermal Baths Tour — Discover Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains on a flexible day trip from Krakow. Travel comfortably with a local guide who will introduce you to the history, traditions, and culture of southern Poland throughout the journey. Visit a traditional shepherd’s hut (bacówka), where you
  • From Krakow: Zakopane - Mountains & Thermal Springs Day Tour — Experience an unforgettable day from Krakow with an exciting quad ride in Zakopane, a traditional bonfire feast, and relaxation in thermal springs surrounded by the Tatra Mountains.
  • Private Krakow City Tour, Krakow Old Town and Wawel Castle Tour — Private walking tour of Krakow Old Town . You will take a leisurely walk around the Old Town to see the most beautiful sites of Krakow's Old Town. Tour includes places of historical importance in Krakow Old Town: The Wawel Castle, Wawel Cathedral Church, The Main Market Square, O
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🏨 Hotels & Stays in Krakow

  • Hotel Copernicus — Hotel Copernicus is a 5-star luxury hotel in Old Town (Wawel & Royal Road), Krakow. Located at Kanonicza 16, 31-002 Krakow, Poland. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • Hotel Stary — Hotel Stary is a 5-star luxury hotel in Old Town (Main Market Square), Krakow. Located at ul. Szczepańska 5, 31-011 Krakow, Poland. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • The Bonerowski Palace Boutique Hotel — The Bonerowski Palace Boutique Hotel is a 5-star luxury hotel in Old Town (Main Market Square), Krakow. Located at Rynek Główny 42, 31-013 Krakow, Poland. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • Sheraton Grand Krakow — Sheraton Grand Krakow is a 5-star luxury hotel in Krakow city center, Krakow. Located at ul. Powiśle 7, 31-007 Krakow, Poland. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • PURO Kraków Kazimierz — PURO Kraków Kazimierz is a mid-range upscale hotel in Kazimierz (Jewish Quarter), Krakow. It offers elegant rooms and premium amenities and a central location for exploring the city for travelers exploring Krakow. It is a 4-star property. Treklist's guide rating is 4.0 out of 5.
  • Hotel Senacki — Hotel Senacki is a mid-range upscale hotel in Kazimierz (Jewish Quarter), Krakow. It offers elegant rooms and premium amenities and a central location for exploring the city for travelers exploring Krakow. It is a 4-star property. Treklist's guide rating is 4.0 out of 5.
  • Hotel Eden — Hotel Eden is a mid-range upscale hotel in Old Town (Wawel & Royal Road), Krakow. It offers elegant rooms and premium amenities and a central location for exploring the city for travelers exploring Krakow. It is a 4-star property. Treklist's guide rating is 4.0 out of 5.
  • Mercure Krakow Fabryczna City — Mercure Krakow Fabryczna City is a mid-range upscale hotel in Wielopole & Station, Krakow. It offers elegant rooms and premium amenities and a central location for exploring the city for travelers exploring Krakow. It is a 4-star property. Treklist's guide rating is 4.0 out of 5.
  • Hotel Polonia — Hotel Polonia is a budget budget hotel in Old Town (Main Market Square), Krakow. It offers affordable rates and a social atmosphere and a central location for exploring the city for travelers exploring Krakow. It is a 2-star property. Treklist's guide rating is 2.0 out of 5.
  • Flamingo Hostel — Flamingo Hostel is a budget hostel in Old Town (Main Market Square), Krakow. It offers affordable rates and a social atmosphere and a central location for exploring the city for travelers exploring Krakow. It is a 2-star property. Treklist's guide rating is 2.0 out of 5.
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