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At a glance

Climate

Continental

Languages

Polish and English

Local currency

PLN (PLN)

Local time

04:30 (GMT+2)

Ideal trip length

3–5 days

Cost level

2 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Old Town

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

10% for good service

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 88 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Pierogi Obwarzanek Krakowski Żurek Bigos

When to visit Krakow

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: July Busiest: Jun-Aug

Jan

40

Cold, snowy, festive
Feb

45

Cold, snowy, quiet
Mar

55

Chilly, thawing, early spring
Apr

70

Cool, pleasant, blooming
May

85

Mild, sunny, vibrant
Jun

90

Warm, sunny, popular
Jul

92

Warm, sunny, peak
Aug

90

Warm, sunny, lively
Sept

80

Mild, crisp, autumn colors
Oct

70

Cool, crisp, beautiful foliage
Nov

50

Cold, grey, quiet
Dec

60

Cold, festive, Christmas

40

Jan Cold, snowy, festive

45

Feb Cold, snowy, quiet

55

Mar Chilly, thawing, early spring

70

Apr Cool, pleasant, blooming

85

May Mild, sunny, vibrant

90

Jun Warm, sunny, popular

92

Jul Warm, sunny, peak

90

Aug Warm, sunny, lively

80

Sept Mild, crisp, autumn colors

70

Oct Cool, crisp, beautiful foliage

50

Nov Cold, grey, quiet

60

Dec Cold, festive, Christmas

Things to do in Krakow

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

3 places

Explore Wawel Royal Castle & Cathedral

Old Town 3 hrs

Discover Poland's royal history within this magnificent hilltop complex.

Indoors Good for children

Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial

Oświęcim (Day Trip) 7 hrs

A solemn and essential visit to reflect on a dark chapter of human history.

Indoors

Admire St. Mary's Basilica

Old Town 1.5 hrs

Marvel at the stunning Gothic interior and hear the hourly trumpet call.

Indoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

Discover the Historic Jewish Quarter (Kazimierz)

Kazimierz 4 hrs

Immerse yourself in the rich history and bohemian atmosphere of Kazimierz.

Outdoors Good for children

Descend into Wieliczka Salt Mine

Wieliczka (Day Trip) 4 hrs

Explore an incredible underground world of salt carvings and chapels.

Indoors Good for children

Explore Rynek Underground Museum

Old Town 2 hrs

Delve beneath the Main Market Square to uncover medieval Krakow's secrets.

Indoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Wander Krakow's Main Market Square

Old Town 2 hrs

Experience Europe's largest medieval market square, bustling with life.

Outdoors Good for children

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Krakow — First-Timer Highlights

Discover the royal history, vibrant culture, and poignant past of Poland's most beautiful city.

This itinerary is meticulously crafted for first-time visitors eager to experience the essential magic of Krakow. From the medieval grandeur of the Old Town to the historic streets of Kazimierz and an unforgettable underground adventure, it promises a comprehensive and memorable introduction to this enchanting Polish gem.

3 Days 13 Stops

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