Krakow attractions

The Main Square is the largest medieval square in Europe.

The Main Square in Krakow hides the magical history of Poland. Almost all the tenement houses and palaces surrounding it are historic buildings with several hundred years of history. The Royal Road runs through the Market Square, which leads from the Florian Gate through the Old Town towards the Wawel Royal Castle. In the central point of the Market there are beautiful Sukiennice which is accompanied by the magnificent St. Mary's Basilica.

Scooter trip around the Old Town

A scooter tour around Old Town is an extraordinary ride where you will visit the little church of St. Wojciech, which is over 1000 years old. You will hear the bugle call from the St. Mary's Tower - played to all sides of the world, but never played to the end. You will try regional specialties and you will simply enjoy the atmosphere there. You will drive through Planty, which is formed by eight Krakow gardens extending over 21 ha. We will see the Barbakann and the Florian Gate - works of defensive architecture. You will not miss the Palace of Arts, a century-old building that adorns Szczepański Square.

Attractions of the Old Town

The Wawel Royal Castle together with the Wawel Hill is an extraordinary sanctuary defining the identity of Poles. National and cultural symbol. The former seat of Polish kings, their necropolis and the place where the history of Poland was shaped. Currently, one of the most important museums in Poland. St. Mary's Basilica is one of the largest and most important churches in Krakow, after the Wawel Cathedral. From 1962, it had the title of a minor basilica. Krakow, and in particular, the Old Town abounds in sacred objects, of which there are probably about 360. Each of them is characterized by a specific beauty and each hides its secrets.. Juliusz Słowacki Theater is located on St. Spirit square. It was established in 1891 on the site of a historic church. Hence, one of the greatest Polish painters, Jan Matejko, refusing to demolish the medieval church, protested, resigning as an honorary citizen of the city. Currently, the Theater is one of the most valuable monuments in Europe. Collegium Novum and Collegium Witkowski of the Jagiellonian University buildings are the oldest ones in Poland, as well as in the world. The Jagiellonian University, was established in 1364. Karol Szymanowski Philharmonic, is the most famous and largest concert halls in whole Krakow. It hosts the world's greatest symphony bands. After World War II, the Philharmonic began its concert activity as the first in Poland.

A scooter trip around Kazimierz - the best way for sightseeing

Kazimierz is full of objects that are distinguished by their exceptional historical and liturgical value. Scattered among the narrow streets, numerous monuments of Jewish culture oblige you to move by two-wheeled vehicle. Plan the most attractive form of spending your free time.

Attractions of Kraków's Kazimierz

A visit to the district, which has been a place of multicultural meetings for centuries, will leave you with amazing memories. Traveling through the streets of Kazimierz, we will visit the Church on Skałka, a unique sacred building, in the vaults where you can see the Tombs of Meritorious Poles - one of the most important national pantheons in the country. We will show you, the oldest in Poland Old Synagogue from 1407, as well as one of the oldest Jewish cemeteries in Europe - Kirkut Remu, founded in 1535 . Visitors' attention will also be directed to the Great Mikveh, which is a ritual bathhouse, and the Kazimierz Town Hall, located at Plac Wolnica. We will go through Św. Wawrzyniec street which was the most industrialized street in Krakow in 19th century. This attraction will certainly interest many technology enthusiasts. Discover with us above and many other places that Kazimierz hides!

Podgórze - a unique place on the map of Krakow

Podgórze is currently one of the most fashionable and romantic places in Krakow. It has mysterious alleys and beautiful tenements. The district offers visitors many different sensations, curiosities and attractions. S. Spielberg was filming scenes for the movie "Schindler's List" in that area. This is also the place where we will see the Tatra Mountains, and where couples leave their padlocks of love. 

A scooter trip around Podgórze - the best way to explore.

Following the traces of history that intertwines with the present day, visit Podgórze with us, which changes its face like a chameleon. You will see the inglorious monuments of tragic history, experience the beauty of the nature of this district and feel its romantic atmosphere while crossing the lovers' footbridge that connects Podgórze and Kazimierz.

The city under Lasota Hill.

Podgórze is a former part of the city of Kazimierz, proclaimed the Free Royal City in the 18th century, and actually a district of Krakow - a bit mysterious, full of greenery and aura of a small town. One of the landmarks of the district is Lasota Hill and the place called "Na zbóju" Square. This is where the city gallows was located. The buildings around Lasota Square are called the "garden city", hence Podgórze is equated with an oasis of peace and greenery.

Main attractions of Podgórze

The Bernatka footbridge is known for its "padlocks of love" which are left by couples in love. The footbridge is decorated with flying sculptures made by Jerzy Kędziora, which constitute an original gallery of contemporary art.

For fans of Tadeusz Kantor's art you can find Centrum Cricoteka. The center with characteristic and unique architecture combines elements of a museum, gallery, theater and cinema. Ghetto Heroes Square and symbolic iron chairs. Made of cast iron and bronze, 33 monumental chairs and 37 ordinary chairs. They stand in rows, just like the inhabitants of the ghetto at the roll-call during which selections were held and the fates of thousands of people were decided. Few survived, among them a young boy who became a world-famous actor and director. His name is Romek

MOCAK - Museum of Contemporary Art - evokes many different emotions. Sometimes it inspires, sometimes delights and even shocks. The diverse themes of collections and exhibits mean that everyone will find something for themselves.

Schindler's Factory Museum - from a historical and cultural point of view, the most important museum in Krakow. Related to the fate of over 1,000 Poles and Jews saved by the German entrepreneur Oskar Schindler.

The Old Podgórze Cemetery - formerly is the main necropolis of the Free Royal City of Podgórze. The resting place of artists, national heroes, distinguished citizens. Currently, the oldest municipal cemetery in Krakow is located on the European Cultural Route. Entered in the Association of Significant Cemeteries in Europe (ASCE), an association associating the most important cemeteries in Europe. Fort "Benedict" artillery tower, which served to defend the Lasota Hill. During World War II, the occupiers imprisoned French prisoners in the fort.

Benedictine Park located in the hollow of a quarry. It encourages romantic rides and walks. Krak's Mound and Liban Quarry are one of the oldest curiosities of Old Podgórze. The legendary Mound is associated with the founder of Krakow - King Krak. Currently a vantage point. It offers a breathtaking view of the city, but also of the beautiful quarry. During World War II, a penal labor camp for Poles was established in the quarries.

The Józef's Church is a historic Roman Catholic church, a monumental neo-Gothic building that impresses with its beauty. It is visible from many places in Podgórze area.