Krakow Travel Guide
Don’t judge us for telling you to ‘travel back in time’ on Krakow’s streets. This is a city where you can easily go back to its medieval roots for a weekend – and work forward from there. Feast on pork knuckles soaked in ale in a beer hall. Wander the cobbles into a sailing tavern – albeit far from shore. Or head underground to see where Krakow’s traders used to sell their wares. The fact the below ground attraction comes with futuristic holograms and laser shows might tempt even the most history-phobic among us to take a peek.
Away from the history? Well, it’s actually tricky to move away from it at all. In THE best way. The most futuristic building in Krakow is the contemporary art museum, but even they are digging back into the decades to curate Polish art’s history. Embrace this city’s past, even the worst of it. Take a stroll through the now romantic streets of the Kazimierz to see how the former Jewish quarter has regenerated from the horrors of WWII. Or head out of Krakow – just for a while – to see the artistic endeavours in the area’s salt mine. You’ll not look at a chandelier in the same way again. Stepping back in time needn’t be boring and fusty, and Krakow proves that time and again.
Krakow Travel Guide
Don’t judge us for telling you to ‘travel back in time’ on Krakow’s streets. This is a city where you can easily go back to its medieval roots for a weekend – and work forward from there. Feast on pork knuckles soaked in ale in a beer hall. Wander the cobbles into a sailing tavern – albeit far from shore. Or head underground to see where Krakow’s traders used to sell their wares. The fact the below ground attraction comes with futuristic holograms and laser shows might tempt even the most history-phobic among us to take a peek.
Away from the history? Well, it’s actually tricky to move away from it at all. In THE best way. The most futuristic building in Krakow is the contemporary art museum, but even they are digging back into the decades to curate Polish art’s history. Embrace this city’s past, even the worst of it. Take a stroll through the now romantic streets of the Kazimierz to see how the former Jewish quarter has regenerated from the horrors of WWII. Or head out of Krakow – just for a while – to see the artistic endeavours in the area’s salt mine. You’ll not look at a chandelier in the same way again. Stepping back in time needn’t be boring and fusty, and Krakow proves that time and again.
Soundtrack of the city
Grab a coffee in Krakow
3 course meal for 2: £29.60
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A regular cappuccino: £2.14
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A medium beer: £2.22
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One-way (Local Transport): £1.11
Grab a coffee in Krakow
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3 course meal for 2: £29.60
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A regular cappuccino: £2.14
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A medium beer: £2.22
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One-way (Local Transport): £1.11
Soundtrack of the city
Weather in Krakow
Stick to the shoulder months to see the city at its best. Of course, if it weren’t for everyone else flocking in, the best time to visit Krakow would be the summer. Don’t discount winter though. A pop-up snowboard ramp adds a different dimension to the Christmas festivities.
Discover the real Krakow
The real Krakow is still here for all to see. UNESCO protected architecture is on every corner. But it runs deeper than preserving a few buildings. Traditions, recipes and culture are all celebrated and steadfastly upheld. But most of all, this city loves to embrace its bohemian side. Expect art and music and plenty of it.
Expect a ‘warts ’n’ all’ approach to history in this city. Krakow’s had much to deal with in recent times – and plenty more to dig into when you peel back the centuries. Sombre moments mingle with a high-tech approach to showcasing this city’s treasures. Castle walls, Christmas markets and contemporary art are on the must-see list.
It’s not hard to find pierogis and vodka on these streets. Polish food is celebrated and served across the city, giving you plenty of chances to get acquainted with local fayre. Don’t dismiss the neighbouring flavours either. Ukrainian restaurants are harder to track down back home.
Krakow’s a city break kinda’ place. Which leaves you limited on time to cram in the best bits. Rather than flounder in the Old Town or skip over the best of the city in rush to see everything, take a tip or two from our insider guides.
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Expect a ‘warts ’n’ all’ approach to history in this city. Krakow’s had much to deal with in recent times – and plenty more to dig into when you peel back the centuries. Sombre moments mingle with a high-tech approach to showcasing this city’s treasures. Castle walls, Christmas markets and contemporary art are on the must-see list.
- Food & Drink
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It’s not hard to find pierogis and vodka on these streets. Polish food is celebrated and served across the city, giving you plenty of chances to get acquainted with local fayre. Don’t dismiss the neighbouring flavours either. Ukrainian restaurants are harder to track down back home.
- Guides & tips
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Krakow’s a city break kinda’ place. Which leaves you limited on time to cram in the best bits. Rather than flounder in the Old Town or skip over the best of the city in rush to see everything, take a tip or two from our insider guides.
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More of Poland
At times, Poland feels like it’s been lifted straight from a fairytale. Explore magical castles surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Take in lungs full of clean fresh woodland air, feast on steaming bowls of stews and dumplings. See cities where gothic towers prick the horizon and churches glimmer with gilt and stained glass. Snap out of the romantic idyll and you’ll find there are periods of tragedy, but museums record them sensitively so we never forget.
