"Krakow - Polish absolutely must see" Krakow by ania70pl

Krakow Travel Guide: 4,926 reviews and 9,790 photos

Krakow was the capital of Poland from the 11th - 17th century. For many centuries was the seat of Polish Kings and it's still considered Poland's cultural and artistic capital. Built by many generations of artists living in the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and Art Nouveau times survived the ravages of II World War. In the Old Town area there are over 300 historic buildings, churches and palaces which form uniquely architectural complex.

Last visit to Krakow: May 2003
Intro Updated Sep 28, 2003
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Reviews (17)

Tickets Transportation (1)

Tickets must be punched on boarding the bus or tram. They are available from kiosks and Municipal Transport Company... more travel advice

Krakow Tourist Card Favorites (2)

It's valid 2 days (45,oo PLZ) or 3 days (65,00 PLZ). It entitles to free of charge transport in the city, free of... more travel advice

Salt mine in Wieliczka Off The Beaten Path (3)

It's not off the beaten path but it's outside the Krakow. The royal salt mine in Wieliczka is listed by UNESCO as a... more travel advice

Smok Wawelski Off The Beaten Path (3)

The statue of Smok Wawelski (Wawel's Dragon) you can see on the foot of Wawel Hill, from the Wisla river side. There is... more travel advice

Tourist Traps (1)
Buying antiques

Things to Do (10)
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Comments (28)

budapest8 Jun 1, 2010 at 11:50 AM Report Abuse

Love your Wieliczka Salt Mine dance video.. :-)
jo104 May 8, 2010 at 3:29 AM Report Abuse

Look forward to meeting you at the Euromeet its my first Euromeet & I'm celebrating my birthday on the 1st meal :-)
Toshioohsako Dec 18, 2007 at 8:36 AM Report Abuse

I was there a few weeks ago. It was snowing nd people were busy preparing for Christmas. You are welcome to my krakow pages.
SpagBoll Aug 21, 2005 at 10:40 AM Report Abuse

Very nice pages and I don't believe what you said about the pictures , you have some fine photos. Tell me though, I am very interested in visiting Auchwitz, how would I arrange this once arriving in Krakow. Thanks
Daja123 Feb 27, 2005 at 6:57 AM Report Abuse

Great Krakow pages ! We looked at your pages with big interest since we are also going to visit that wonderful museum of history. Thank you for excellent presentation!
Luchonda Feb 18, 2004 at 11:25 AM Report Abuse

Ania - very informative page on Krakow - thx for sharing Greets from Belgium
CoAir13 Feb 7, 2004 at 1:46 PM Report Abuse

Great Krakow pages!!!!! Absolutely gorgeous!!! Thank you!!
german_eagle Feb 6, 2004 at 8:22 AM Report Abuse

Beautiful page about a wonderful city. Thanx for sharing!
Paul2001 Jan 15, 2004 at 8:03 PM Report Abuse

Excellent page. Krakow is a magical city.
xaver Dec 17, 2003 at 2:05 PM Report Abuse

Would love to visit this city, thanks for the tips.