Kraków City Centre
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 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.
St. Mary's Basilica
Discover the many legends that surround this Gothic church and see the stunning 15th-century altarpiece in its colorful interior.
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.
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.
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 Kraków City Centre
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
TRIBE Krakow Old Town
"Clean hotel. Good location. In walking distance to the Old Town, central train station, and central bus station. Each takes around 10-15 minutes walk. Only downside is that my room was without a mini refrigerator ( or minibar in hospitality jargon)"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
1891 Garni Hotel
"The room was clean, good room service. Only thing to note is the toiletries are nice but provided in a wall dispenser which is quite difficult to get the product out of. If you have any issues with your hands bring your own or maybe ask reception as to be fair to them we didn't ask, they may provide ..."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Betmanowska Main Square Residence Adults Only
"Location is perfect! Staff are very nice and helpful. Hotel is clean and bed is comfortable. Breakfast is so goooooood!"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Krakow
"Breakfast was poor in so many ways, ground floor toilets was dirty as someone had toileted on the seat and also others were dirty. Twin beds were too close together On the positive it was a good location for the market square and castle, reception were really helpful from check in to,check out and ..."
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Metropolitan Boutique Hotel
"The breakfast is excellent. The reception and room staff were also excellent."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Kraków City Centre
Kraków Old Town
Travelers to Kraków Old Town praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Main Market Square and Rynek Underground.
Piasek Południe
If you're spending some time in Piasek Południe, Bagatela Theatre and Jozef Mehoffer House are top sights worth seeing.
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 Wesoła Zachód isn't home to many top sights, Main Market Square and Royal Road are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kleparz
Kleparz is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Royal Road and Stary Kleparz while you're in town.
