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 family-friendly 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.
Kraków Barbican
Take a tour of the structure that once ensured Krakow’s safety and is today the best-preserved barbican in Europe.
Top hotels in Kraków City Centre
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
Everyone at the hotel was excellent, rooms were perfect and the food was incredible.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Krakow
Lovely!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Balthazar Design Hotel
Ultimate luxury experience. One of the most beautiful hotels we have ever stayed in. Wonderful staff and restaurant. We would add an extra star to the five.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
1891 Garni Hotel
Overall a very nice hotel in a good location. Only a little disappointed that the hotel bar closed at 10pm.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
TRIBE Krakow Old Town
Perfect for a weekend away. Close to old town, quiet, comfortable, would stay again if we come back..
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Betmanowska Main Square Residence Adults Only
Hotel is in the old town square, very convenient to all the attractions and tons of restaurants to choose from. Hotel staffs were very friendly and helpful. House keeping and breakfast was super!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 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 Jozef Mehoffer House and Groteska Theatre.
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.
