{"id":21885,"date":"2022-12-06T20:51:20","date_gmt":"2022-12-06T19:51:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/destinations-europe.com\/?p=21885"},"modified":"2023-12-26T19:29:21","modified_gmt":"2023-12-26T18:29:21","slug":"poland-what-to-do-krakow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/destinations-europe.com\/en\/poland-what-to-do-krakow\/","title":{"rendered":"Poland: what to do in Krakow while traveling"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Compared to the energetic Warsaw, Krakow, located in the south-west of Poland<\/a><\/strong>, stands out with its calm energy and romanticism. Like Budapest<\/strong><\/a> or Prague, the city is a step back in history, from the noblest to the darkest. Be that as it may, it never leaves its visitors unaffected. The old, thousand-year-old capital has something to seduce everyone: colorful architecture preserved from wars, a bubbling cultural life including one of the oldest universities in Central Europe, and many establishments such as bars, restaurants, and nightclubs that attract tens of thousands of young people every year. But Krakow is not all light: its region was home to the deadliest extermination camp of the Nazi era, Auschwitz. A visit is almost obligatory and will leave you with an unforgettable memory. So, you can see that it is not a city quite like the others. Without further ado, here are the 10 must-dos in Krakow (in our opinion).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2615 But first, a coffee? <\/strong>There is no shortage of places to drink a good coffee in Krakow. Here are three<\/strong><\/a> you should keep in mind for your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\uddd2\ufe0f What you need to know before visiting Krakow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before we start our list of must-do things in Krakow, here are some tips for your next trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When should you go to Krakow?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In our opinion, two of the seasons are best for travelling to Krakow. First the summer period, from May to September, for the climate. Aim for the end of this period to avoid the influx of tourists that the city can experience in July and August. Otherwise, we advise you go there for the end of the year celebrations. Snow is almost guaranteed and the Christmas lights are simply sublime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do you get to Auschwitz from Krakow?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s impossible to see Krakow without going to the Auschwitz memorial (read below). To get to Auschwitz from Krakow, you have several options. Buses, caught at Krakow train station<\/strong><\/a>, will take you there. Departures are fairly regular in the morning (every 30 minutes), though returns in the afternoon are fewer. Have a look at the E-Podroznik<\/strong><\/a> website to search and book your ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also get there by rental car or taxi. If you are going with several people, or other people from your hotel are interested, we advise you pool the costs and get there by taxi-van.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note that the memorial is open every day of the year, even Sundays, with the exception of certain public holidays (January 1st<\/sup>, December 25th<\/sup>, etc.). It\u2019s worth remembering that in the middle of the day, roughly from 10 a.m. to mid-afternoon, visits are guided. You will be paired with a guide of your language, if there is one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which hotel should you choose in Krakow?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Krakow is an international city which attracts many tourists every year. The accommodation offer is up to par, and there is no shortage of hotels <\/strong>or housing provided by individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are looking for a central hotel, with all the necessary comfort, have a look at the big hotel chains. The Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto<\/strong><\/a> and the Hotel Novotel Krakow Centrum<\/strong><\/a> are two very good options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you want to stay in a more subdued setting with neat decoration, for a romantic getaway, for example? The Balthazar Design Hotel<\/strong><\/a> is not bad choice for that. The establishment is very central, the welcome is cordial, and from the restaurant to the rooms, everything is designer. Another establishment that is worth a look is the PURO Krakow Kazimierz<\/strong><\/a>, decorated in a much more contemporary style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n \n Booking.com<\/a>\n<\/ins>\n