The old town
is the most popular area to stay in Krakow, simply because it is close to almost everything and a beautiful place to start and end your days. However, you can also stay in Kazimierz or a less touristic neighborhood.
Where should I stay in Krakow for the first time?
The two most popular neighborhoods to stay in Kraków are definitely
Stare Miasto (Old Town) and Kazimierz (Jewish quarter)
. Old Town with its central location and stunning beauty is still the most attracting, however, you should take into consideration that it is relatively crowded and expensive.
What is the best part of Krakow?
Stare Miasto
: Literally the ‘Old Town,' Stare Miasto is the most central and historic quarter of the city. Krakow's most popular attractions mostly lie in and around Stare Miasto, making it one of the best areas to stay in Krakow, and certainly the most convenient location for tourists.
How many days do you need in Krakow?
We recommend that you spend
at least a minimum of 2 days in Krakow, but ideally 3 days if you can spare the extra time
. 2 days will give you just enough time to see most of the attractions in Krakow, and give you time for a full day trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial.
How do you get from Krakow to Auschwitz?
By Train
. There are direct trains that connect Krakow to Oswiecim, the city that is located 2 km from the Auschwitz concentration camp. It takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours to get to Oswiecim from Krakow. You also have to factor in travel time to the Krakow train station and from the Oswiecim station to Auschwitz.
How much is a taxi from Krakow airport to city center?
Krakow airport taxi rides on average will cost around
22€ (90PLN)
and take 30 minutes for the trip. There are two bus lines along with a night bus operating from the airport; the day trips take around 50 minutes while the night ride just 30 minutes to the centre of the city. All one way tickets cost 1€ (4PLN).
What is the best month to visit Poland?
The best time to visit Poland is
between May and October
. The beaches are packed during July and August, so if you're hoping for some peace and quiet it's best to go during May/June or September/October. Plus the weather's pleasant at these times of year.
Are Krakow Christmas markets going ahead?
In 2021 the Krakow Christmas market has opened in the central square on Friday, November 26th and is planned to continue through January 2nd, 2022
(from December 27th as the New Year market). Please check for updates, we'll publish any new tidings as soon as possible.
What is Krakow nightlife?
Krakow is easily one of the best cities in Europe to party, and in fact, the Old Town district has more pubs and bars per square meter than anywhere else in the world. Because of this, Krakow has become home to
some of the best, strangest, and most exciting nightlife in Europe
.
Is Krakow worth visiting?
It's Absolutely Beautiful
. While many big cities in Central Europe are pretty, you will be hard-pressed to find an Old Town quite as beautiful as Krakow's. Surrounded by medieval castle walls, lush parks, and cobbled streets and squares, the city is also incredibly walkable.
What's in Old Town Krakow?
- Sukiennice. This Renaissance Cloth Hall is located in the dead center of the Old Town Market Square and represents one of the landmarks of the city and its famous main plaza. …
- Church of St. …
- Pharmacy Museum. …
- Krawl Through Krakow. …
- Rynek Underground. …
- Galeria Plakatu. …
- Bania-Luka.
Is Krakow hilly?
Re: Terrain of Krakow?
Wawel Hill is indeed a high part of the river bank
like you say, the direct walk from Kazimierz to Main Square is all flat.
What is the best time to go to Krakow?
The best times to visit Kraków are from
March to May and between September and November
. The weather is pleasant and the summer's throngs of tourists are nowhere to be found. July and August's weather often climbs into the mid-70s, while the average low in January is in the low 20s.
How much is a pint of lager in Krakow?
Craft beers usually start at 10 PLN and “normal” price range for them is up to 14-15 PLN, good quality Czech pilsners or lagers are about
10 PLN
, sometimes a little cheaper. Industrial Polish brands like Tyskie, Żywiec or Okocim can be as cheap as 6-7 PLN (rare) or more often 8-10 PLN.
What food is Krakow famous for?
- Pierogies.
- Obwarzanek.
- Polish Beer.
- Vodka.
- Kielbasa.
- Ziemniaczane.
- Paczki.
- Bigos.
Is Auschwitz free to visit?
Entry to the premises of the Auschwitz Memorial is free
. A fee is only charged for visits with a Museum educator, i.e., a person authorized and prepared to conduct guided tours on the premises.
How far is Krakow from Ukraine border?
The total straight line distance between Krakow and Ukraine is
1294 KM
(kilometers) and 851.99 meters. The miles based distance from Krakow to Ukraine is 804.6 miles.
How far is Auschwitz from Krakow town Centre?
The distance between Auschwitz and Krakow is about
50-60km
, depending on where exactly you start your trip. There are three primary ways of reaching Auschwitz – by train, by bus, and by private car transport. Here, you will learn how to get to Auschwitz from Krakow.
Can you use euros in Krakow?
A few bars and tourist companies in Kraków and Warsaw will accept Euros
but most of the time you won't be able to pay with Euros in Poland. The few companies that do accept Euro probably won't be able to give a very competitive rate, so it's better to simply pay in Złoty.
Are there 2 airports in Krakow?
There are two terminals at Kraków airport, one used for domestic flights, second one used for all international flights
. Some budget airlines use Kraków destination name for Katowice airport (KTW), which is very misguiding – the distance between these two airports is 95 km.
Is there Uber in Krakow?
Alternative taxi service
Uber (much-loathed by Kraków's taxi companies) is also now available in Poland, and has in fact chosen Kraków as its European hub
. Uber offers one-tap, no-cash-necessary transport via their popular worldwide mobile application.
What kind of food is served in Poland?
- Zurek. This fermented soup made with sour rye flour is the definitive Polish comfort food. …
- Bigos. A much-loved Polish stew made from sauerkraut, meat and a variety of vegetables. …
- Pierogi. …
- Kotlet schabowy. …
- Kaszanka. …
- Racuchy. …
- Placki ziemniaczane. …
- St.
Is Easter a good time to visit Poland?
The months of March, April and August mark the shoulder season in Poland
. The weather is neither too hot nor too cold, and this pleasant weather makes it a pretty good time to travel to Poland and explore the main cities.
Does Poland take the euro?
Poland does not use the euro as its currency
.
Are Christmas markets open in Poland 2021?
From 19th November to 31st December 2021
Wroclaw Christmas Market is regarded as one of the best Christmas markets in Poland and one of the most beautiful in Europe; it is
open from mid-November to the end of December
.
Are Christmas markets open in Krakow 2021?
The Christmas Market in Krakow generally opens every year from the last Friday of November, and remain open until at least the day after Christmas. This year (2021) –
the Christmas Market is open from 26th November until the 2nd January
(2022).
Is Krakow Christmas market on in 2021?
Krakow Christmas Market dates:
26th November – 26th December 2021
with some markets continuing into January for the Epiphany festival (27th December 2021 to 2nd January 2022). Location: Rynek Glowny – the main old town square.
