Krakow City guide

Get ready to fall in love with beautiful Krakow. This city guide will help you find things to do, must-see attractions and contains my favorite places and recommendations.

Where to stay

If you stay near the Main Market Square (Rynek glowny) you can walk to almost everything. Some of the best hotels in Krakow Old Town:

  • Hotel Uniqus Palace. This is my favorite hotel in Krakow and its located in one of the most popular streets, Florianska. This is right next to the Main Market square and you are right in the midle of everything. They have a beautiful spa under the hotel, with swimming pool and sauna. The hotel also has a roof terrace where you can enjoy drinks or coffee with view to St. Marys.
  • Hotel Stary. A beautiful 5-star hotel with great location next to The Main Square. They have a spa and pool area in the basement, which is lovely after a long day of sightseeing and exploring.
  • Vienna House Andel’s hotel is a 4-star hotel located just 9 minutes walk from the Main Market Square in Krakow. Its right next to Galeria Kraowska and perfect for shopping.
  • Hotel PURO Kazimierz is located in the Kazimierz District (the former jewish quarter). This is a new hotel in a bohemian modern style. They have a in-house bakery, MAK & Bread, with delicious food. Perfect location for exploring the Kazimierz and Podgorze Districts.

Breakfast & lunch

Local food

  • Pod aniolami
  • Miod Malina
  • If you want to taste the famous pierogi. Check out Kogel Mogel, Cafe Camelot or Miod Malina.
  • Local beer: Zywiec and Tyskie.

Where to eat

  • Cafe Camelot
  • Plac Nowy 1
  • Boccanera
  • Nolio pizza
  • Hamsa hummus
  • Veganic
  • Pod Baranem
  • Szara Ges

Coffee spots

  • Karma
  • Massolit
  • Blossom

Must-see attractions

Places to visit

  • Kazimierz: The former jewish district. Full of charming cafes and art galleries. Find Plac Nowy and check out the fantastic street food. Tips: try zapiekanki. 
  • Podgorze District is a less known attraction in Krakow, but is worth a visit. Tips: Check out the stunning St. Josephs Church and the Instagrammable Rainbow stairs.

Shopping

  • Galeria Krakowska: 270 shops. Open from 9-22.
  • Galeria Kazimierz: 160 shops. Open from 10-21.
  • The Christmas market: Opens towards the end of November and last until December 26. Located on The Main Market Square. Here you can try the local food, drink mulled wine ands buy handmade souvenirs.
  • The traditional Easter market: starts 10 to 14 days before Easter Sunday. Last throughout Holy Week and ends on Easter Monday night. Located on The Main Market Square. Here you can buy easter decorations and handmade souvenirs.

Where to get the best view

  • Academy of Music: Visit Metrum Restobistro at the rooftop terrace for a panoramic view of St. Marys Church and Wawel Hill. Located on the 6th floor in the Music Academy.
  • Town Hall Tower. Climbing the 110 steps for a great view over St. Marys Basilica and the Main Square.
  • St. Mary’s Basilica: Visit the Church towers for a stunning view over the Main Market square. Climb 239 steps.
  • Sandomierska Tower: offers a nice view over Wawel castle and Vistula river. Climb 137 steps.
  • The Cloth Hall (Sukiennice): Visit the large terrace at cafe Szal (2nd floor). View over the Main Square and St. Marys. 

Must-See Churches

  • St. Mary’s Basilica
  • St. Anne
  • St. Josef
  • Corpus Christi Basilica
  • St. Peter and Paul

Have a lovely stay in my favorite city!

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