Kraków was the official capital of Poland until 1596 [13] and has traditionally been one of the leading centres of Polish academic, cultural, and artistic life. Its Old Town was declared a UNESCO World …

Kraków's must-see attractions of world-class museums and houses of worship share space on visitors' wish lists with simple pleasures, like hearty home-style cooking, late-night sets by local bands at a …

Making a Poland trip? See the top things to do in Kraków with our 2026 guide, from Wawel Castle & the Salt Mines to food tours & hidden gems.

The best things to do in Kraków Looking for the best things to do in Kraków? From art museums to pierogi stops, this Polish city offers food, culture and phenomenal nightlife

Exhibition Kraków under Nazi Occupation 1939–1945 is located in the former administrative building of Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory at 4 Lipowa Street. The exhibition is primarily a story about…

Kraków is located in southern Poland, about 300 km south of the capital Warsaw. It is also about 100 km from the border with the Czech Republic to the west and a similar distance from the border with …

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Kraków, city and capital of Małopolskie województwo (province), southern Poland, lying on both sides of the upper Vistula River. One of the largest cities in Poland, it is known primarily for its grand historic …

Kraków (IPA: [ˈkrakuf]) is the chief city of Małopolskie Province in the south of Poland and was the capital of the country during the Middle Ages. At its core is a beautifully-preserved medieval town on …

A world brand and the most precious of the pearls in the tourist crown of Małopolska, Kraków is the ideal city for sightseeing, culinary adventures, active leisure, and fun.