Kraków City Centre Travel Guide
Kraków
Visit Kraków City Centre
Popular places to visit
Main Market Square
Spend some time in a large medieval square that is filled with restaurants, cafés and magnificent buildings that are hundreds of years old.
Wawel Castle
See the coronation sword of Polish kings, opulent royal apartments, Renaissance paintings and an underground cave system at Krakow’s biggest castle.
Royal Road
You can learn about the history of Kraków with a stop at Royal Road. Make time for the shops and local tours in this romantic area.
St. Mary's Basilica
Discover the many legends that surround this Gothic church and see the stunning 15th-century altarpiece in its colorful interior.
Dragon's Den
Beneath Wawel Castle, explore the underground cave that was once a storehouse, a brothel and, according to legend, the home of a fearsome dragon.
Cloth Hall
The majestic centerpiece of Kraków's main square is a historic building with a busy market and an art gallery filled with Polish masterpieces.
Things to do
Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau Live Guided Tour & Hotel Pick-up
Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial Guided Tour from Krakow
Krakow to Zakopane: Snowmobiles, Hot Springs and Tasting Fun Tour
Krakow: Muzeum Banksy Entry Ticket
Krakow: Jewish Quarter and Former Ghetto Tour
Top hotels in Kraków City Centre
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
"Staff were lovely.. breakfast bags to take out are brilliant if you are going on a trip or early flight. Lovely room and shower x"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
1891 Garni Hotel
TRIBE Krakow Old Town
"Room and hotel was very clean. Bed was comfortable. Fitness room was not secure in that anyone can come in and out without a key which was concerning."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Betmanowska Main Square Residence Adults Only
"Amazing property, centrally located all staff were excellent Fantastic breakfast plenty of choice. Would highly recommend have been to Krakow 3 times ,now that I have discovered this property will only ever book this hotel in future."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Krakow
"The hotel is in an ideal location to enjoy the best of what Krakow offers as a tourist destination. All amenities are of the highest quality."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Metropolitan Boutique Hotel
"Great base to explore Krakow from. Som mice to be in a small boutique hotel, which offered everything we needed in s very professional manner"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Kraków City Centre
Kraków Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Main Market Square to Rynek Underground – discover Kraków Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Piasek Południe
While visiting Piasek Południe, you might make a stop by sights like Bagatela Theatre and Jozef Mehoffer House.
Stradom
If you're spending some time in Stradom, Aquarium and Natural History Museum and Dzok Monument are top sights worth seeing.
Piasek Północ
If you're spending some time in Piasek Północ, Art Agenda Nova and Pryzmat Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
Wesoła Zachód
While there might not be top attractions in Wesoła Zachód, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Main Market Square and Royal Road.
Kleparz
Kleparz is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Royal Road and Stary Kleparz while in the area.
Kraków City Centre Travel Guide
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