Balice
Kraków
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.
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Chapels carved entirely from salt, an underground lake and a museum make up this internationally protected World Heritage listed salt mine.
Wawel Castle
See the coronation sword of Polish kings, opulent royal apartments, Renaissance paintings and an underground cave system at Krakow’s biggest castle.
Oskar Schindler Factory
Gain an insight into what it was like to live in wartime Krakow in the factory made famous by the Hollywood movie Schindler’s List.
Royal Road
You can find out about the history of Kraków with a visit to Royal Road. Make time for the shops and local tours in this romantic area.
Tauron Arena Kraków
Catch an event at Tauron Arena Kraków during your trip to Kraków. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Ticket Hotel Pickup Small Van
Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau Live Guided Tour & Hotel Pick-up
Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour with Hotel Pick-up option
Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial Guided Tour from Krakow
Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfer and Ticket
Top hotels in Balice
Hampton by Hilton Krakow Airport
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Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Krakow Airport
Overall excellent facility
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Krakow
I stayed at the AC Marriott three nights ago and had a very pleasant experience. The hotel is very modern, stylish, and beautifully designed. My room was excellent — very clean, comfortable, and with a fresh new-style interior that made the stay even more enjoyable. We also used the underground parking, ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
Impressive hotel with Scandinavian nods throughout. Upon arrival Joanna was absolutely amazing. She made us for super welcome and explained everything in detail. The room was perfect, uber cool, clean, with everything you require. Joanna gave us recommendations for food and drink and they didn’t ...
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Hyatt Place Krakow
Clean room, nice staff, no breakfast in room price.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
1891 Garni Hotel
A great find in Krakow. Super clean and comfy hotel in a great district for food! Helpful staff available night and day
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balice
Bronowice
Bronowice is well-liked for its gardens. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Main Market Square and Wisla Stadium.
Zwierzyniec
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Zwierzyniec. You might want to make time for a stop at Kosciuszko Mound or Marshal Jozef Pilsudski Stadium.
Krowodrza
Krowodrza is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Wisla Stadium or National Museum.
Debniki
You'll enjoy the museums and breweries in Debniki. You might want to make time for a stop at Benedictine abbey in Tyniec or Manggha Museum of Japanese Art and Technology.
Pradnik Bialy
Unique features of Pradnik Bialy include the historic sites and shopping. Make a stop by Centrum Kultury Dworek Bialopradnicki or Karting Arena Kraków while you're exploring the area.
Piasek Południe
If you're spending some time in Piasek Południe, Bagatela Theatre and Jozef Mehoffer House are top sights worth seeing.
