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4 Days in Krakow: Unveiling History and Experiencing Culinary Delights

Carlos J

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a captivating journey through Krakow's rich history and savor the flavors of its vibrant culinary scene. Discover hidden gems, explore iconic landmarks, and indulge in mouthwatering dishes that will leave you craving for more.

Trip to Krakow

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Aviation Marvels and Underground Secrets

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$94

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$ 5

Lemon Tree Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Polish Aviation Museum

Air museum on an old airfield displaying planes & helicopters, plus a modern visitor center.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$23

16 - 20 min

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Planty

4km chain of gardens with walkways, trees & lawns encircling the historic centre of Kraków.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$8

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Café Restaurant Europejska

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

3 - 4 min

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Rynek Underground Museum

High-tech subterranean museum charting the city's history amid excavated streets and buildings.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$18

2 - 3 min

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Rynek Główny

Large medieval town square, dating to the 13th century, surrounded by palaces & churches.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Sioux

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 2Nature's Oasis and Gothic Grandeur

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$76

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$ 7

Lemon Tree Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

60 - 72 min

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Directions

Ojcowski National Park

Nature reserve in mountainous region, with a local museum, visitor center & seasonal cave tours.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

52 - 63 min

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Botanical Garden of the Jagiellonian University

1000s of plant species from orchids to carnivorous plants in 18th-century gardens & glasshouses.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Bianca Pasta & Wine

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$16

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.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$15

1 - 2 min

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Cafe Magia

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 3From Schindler's Legacy to Salt Mine Wonders

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$81

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$ 7

Lemon Tree Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory

Renovated former administrative office of Schindler, who saved local Jews during Nazi occupation.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

21 - 26 min

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Słodko czy Słono

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$12

8 - 11 min

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Wieliczka Salt Mine

Underground tunnels & mine with chapels, chambers & saline lakes, plus themed tours for all ages.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$30

12 - 18 min

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Pierogarnia "Dzień dobry"

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 4Majestic Mounds and Sweet Delights

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$89

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$ 13

Lemon Tree Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Henryk Jordan Park

English-style gardens with sports areas, a pond & several monuments to famous Poles, plus bike hire.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

14 - 17 min

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Kościuszko Mound

Artificial mound built in 1820 to commemorate Tadeusz Kosciuszko, a military hero.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Słodki Wawel

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

5 - 8 min

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Smok Wawelski

Fire breathing statue located near to the home of a legendary dragon that is steeped in folklore.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$10

11 - 14 min

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Father Bernatek’s Bridge

Modern, pedestrianized river crossing adorned with sculptures of acrobats by artist Jerzy Kędziora.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$8

15 - 18 min

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Wawel Cathedral

Coronation site of the Polish monarchs, with visits to the Sigismund Bell, royal tombs & museum.

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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$15

5 - 8 min

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Malecon. Resteuracja

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $371 In total

Activities & Food:$340

Transport:$31