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Cheap flights to Krakow – Poland’s former capital and most captivating city!
With Wawel Castle as its centrepiece, the city basks in its Gothic and Renaissance glory. No other city in Poland holds as many historical monuments and buildings or such broad collections of art. The Old Town is Krakow’s main destination and busiest area, and you won’t find such a big main market square anywhere else. The nearby Jewish quarter is a haunting reminder of the tragedies of Poland’s past, but it has also recently become a popular destination for night owls looking for an alternative to the traditional clubs in the centre.
Sightseeing will take up most of your days, but don’t forget to stop and enjoy some traditional Polish food, or perhaps something more international. Krakow has a huge variety of places to eat and drink, many tucked away down alleyways and in basements. It’s worth exploring to find them!
Krakow is a vibrant, life-loving city with a charming atmosphere and friendly people, all set against a truly stunning backdrop of beautiful architecture.
If World War II history interests you, you shouldn’t miss the amazing museums at Oskar Schindler’s Factory and Auschwitz. Both sites are devoted to the stories of the many Jewish and Polish people who lost their lives during the war, with Auschwitz showing visitors the exact site of the concentration camps. Oskar Schindler’s Factory tells the story of its founder and the many Jews he saved by moving them out of the Kazimierz district. Both museums can be quite an emotional experience, but definitely one that shouldn’t be missed.
Elsewhere, you can discover the opulence and beauty of the Royal Castle on Wawel Hill. The castle consists of magnificent state rooms, the private apartments of the royal family and Wawel Cathedral. Get to the bottom of the old Polish legend of the Wawel dragon, which is said to live just below the castle. The castle is open daily, with many tours that reveal its rich history – and if nothing else, you shouldn’t miss the amazing views over the River Vistula.
Other attractions worth a visit include the old salt mine in Wieliczka, which started life in the 13th century and kept producing table salt until 2007. The mine is now a popular attraction, where you can descend into corridors and tunnels to find amazing statues and even a lake over 400 ft underground. Alternatively, spend an afternoon in the curious Museum of Pharmacy, where you can discover the rich history of medicine through the ages, from recreations of ancient apothecary shops to row after row of traditional herbal remedies. Perhaps you’d also like to hire a car and visit Poland’s capital, Warsaw.
