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Krakow: A 3-Day Adventure in Poland

Adriana Ortiz

Adriana Ortiz

8 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through the enchanting city of Krakow, Poland. Discover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks that make this destination truly unforgettable.

Trip to Krakow

Day 1
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$55

Rynek Główny
Large medieval town square, dating to the 13th century, surrounded by palaces & churches.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
2 - 3 min

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Rynek Underground Museum
High-tech subterranean museum charting the city's history amid excavated streets and buildings.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$18
2 - 3 min

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Adam Mickiewicz Monument, Kraków
Large monument commemorating the nationalist writer & poet, Adam Mickiewicz, unveiled in 1898.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$10
2 - 3 min

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St. Mary's Basilica
Roman Catholic basilica with a carved altarpiece & hourly trumpet calls from the Gothic watchtower.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$15
Day 2
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$55

Wawel Cathedral
Coronation site of the Polish monarchs, with visits to the Sigismund Bell, royal tombs & museum.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$15
8 - 12 min

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Bazylika Franciszkanów św. Franciszka z Asyżu
Restored Gothic church known for its stained glass windows, murals & its copy of the Turin Shroud
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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Saints Peter and Paul Church
Ornate baroque-style Catholic church with weekly Foucault pendulum demonstrations.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
15 - 22 min

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Jewish Square
Jewish Quarter square flanked by an iconic synagogue, plus old-world restaurants & cafes.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$13
8 - 12 min

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Father Bernatek’s Bridge
Modern, pedestrianized river crossing adorned with sculptures of acrobats by artist Jerzy Kędziora.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$8
Day 3
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$53

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$ 3

National Museum in Krakow
3 permanent galleries displaying artworks & historical artifacts from Poland & elsewhere in Europe.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$18
8 - 10 min

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St. Joseph's Church
Landmark Gothic-style church from the early 1900s, known for its imposing brick facade & bell tower.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$10
12 - 18 min

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Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Renovated former administrative office of Schindler, who saved local Jews during Nazi occupation.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$25

Budget breakdown: $165 In total

Activities & Food:$163
Transport:$3