8 days in Krakow Itinerary

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Hammam Shahrazad. Step out of Krakow to go to Oswiecim and see Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau, which is approximately 1h 15 min away. There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Wieliczka Salt Mine, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, wander the streets of Stare Miasto, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Wawel Cathedral.

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If you are flying in from Israel, the closest major aiports are Kraków John Paul II International Airport, Katowice International Airport and Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport. Expect a daytime high around 5°C in December, and nighttime lows around -2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.