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Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau ©
World heritage site · History Museum
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau , Oswiecim
4.6
Devoted to the memory of those who lost their lives in the Holocaust, Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau displays arguably the most devastat
Wawel Royal Castle ©
Historic Walking Area
Wawel Royal Castle , Krakow
4.4
Visit Wawel Royal Castle to see the home of Poland's kings for several centuries that now features one of the country's major art museums. Ra
Tours from $12
Wieliczka Salt Mine ©
World heritage site · Historic Site
Wieliczka Salt Mine , Wieliczka
4.3
Discover an underground world of dark pits and chambers made from salt at Wieliczka Salt Mine. A short drive southeast of Krakow, this mine,
Tours from $17
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square ©
Historic Walking Area
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square , Krakow
4.8
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square serves as the largest medieval square in Europe and the gravitational center of Krakow. Established in 1
Wawel Cathedral ©
Religious Site
Wawel Cathedral , Krakow
4.6
Once the site of royal coronations, Wawel Cathedral represents one of Poland's most significant religious and architectural sites. Two previo
Tours from $28

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Duration: 10 hours
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Krakow

4.4
Historic Walking Areas · Historic Sites · Nightlife
From exploring the historic parts of town to sampling delicacies at local restaurants, you'll find loads of engaging things to do in Krakow. History buffs go to Wawel Royal Castle and adjacent Wawel Cathedral, a complex that served as the home of Polish kings. Occupying the very heart of the city's World Heritage-listed Old Town, Main Market Square, the largest medieval square in Europe, offers access to a number of well-preserved palaces and churches. For something different, take a relaxing walk down the paths of Planty Park, boasting floral displays, small lakes, fountains, and statues.

Side trips from Krakow

Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau ©
World heritage site
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
Oswiecim
4.6
Duration: 4 hours
Wieliczka Salt Mine ©
World heritage site
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Wieliczka
4.3
Duration: 3 hours
Pieniński Park Narodowy ©
National Park
Pieniński Park Narodowy
Szczawnica
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
Rynek, Gliwice ©
Historic Walking Area
Rynek, Gliwice
Gliwice
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min

Historic Sites in Krakow

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Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera ©
Historic Site
Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera
4.1
Duration: 1h 30 min
Muzeum Krakowa - Barbakan ©
Historic Site
Muzeum Krakowa - Barbakan
4.2
Duration: 30 minutes
Corpus Christi Church (Kosciol Bozego Ciala) ©
Religious Site
Corpus Christi Church (Kosciol Bozego Ciala)
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes
Planty Park ©
Historic Walking Area
Planty Park
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min

Hidden gems in Krakow

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Nature / Wildlife Tour
Nature & Wildlife Tours
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
Krakow Pinball Museum ©
Specialty Museum
Krakow Pinball Museum
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
Muzeum Uniwersytetu Jagiellonskiego Collegium Maius ©
History Museum
Muzeum Uniwersytetu Jagiellonskiego Collegium Maius
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Kosciuszko's Mound (Kopiec Kosciuszki) ©
Lookout
Kosciuszko's Mound (Kopiec Kosciuszki)
4.4
Duration: 2 hours

Museums in Krakow

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Lost Souls Alley ©
Specialty Museum
Lost Souls Alley
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes
Muzeum Ksiazat Czartoryskich ©
Art Museum
Muzeum Ksiazat Czartoryskich
4.0
Duration: 2 hours
Ethnographic Museum ©
History Museum
Ethnographic Museum
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Galicia Jewish Museum ©
Specialty Museum
Galicia Jewish Museum
4.2
Duration: 1h 30 min

Shopping in Krakow

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Sukiennice (Cloth Hall) ©
Flea Market
Sukiennice (Cloth Hall)
4.1
Duration: 1 hour
Maria's Hat Shop
Gift & Specialty Shop
Maria's Hat Shop
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Asortyment Shop ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Asortyment Shop
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
Mila ©
Gift & Specialty Shop
Mila
4.8
Duration: 4 hours

Featured attractions

Poland Active - Day Tours ©
Bike Tour
Poland Active - Day Tours
4.7
Duration: 8 hours
Bubble Football & More by Bumper Ball Experiences ©
Entertainment Center
Bubble Football & More by Bumper Ball Experiences
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Kazmierz The Former Jewish District ©
Neighborhood
Kazmierz The Former Jewish District
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min
St. Mary's Basilica ©
Architectural Building
St. Mary's Basilica
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes

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Where to stay in Krakow

Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square ©
Krakow ranks among one of Europe's increasingly popular tourist destinations, which is reflected in the rising costs of comfortable lodgings. The best hotels are concentrated in and around the historical old town, where five-star luxury comes at a very steep price. Old town hotels place you just steps from fine shops and restaurants, as well as the city's main museums and galleries. However, if your trip involves a tight budget, avoid the central district and check out mid-range hotels and economical hostels in one of the outlying neighborhoods.
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