Streets and squares in Kraków

Q: In what architectural style were the main temples of Krakow built and who designed them?

The Mariatsky church is a sample of Gothic architecture of the XIV century with Baroque elements, and its altar was created by the carver Vita Stvosh. The Church of Saints Peter and Paul, built in the Baroque style in the early seventeenth century, was designed by Italian architect Giovanni Trevano. The Cathedral of Saints Stanislaw and Wenceslas combines Gothic and Renaissance, and its Sigismund chapel is decorated with a dome by Bartolomeo Berecci.

Q: Where to go in Krakow with children for an interesting family holiday?

The Polish Aviation Museum on the site of the former Rakovice airfield offers a collection of more than 200 aircraft and helicopters. The Krakow Zoo, founded in 1929, has about 1,400 animals, including rare species. Interactive Museum "Dungeons of the Market" introduces the history of medieval Krakow through multimedia exhibitions.

Q: Where in Krakow to take the most beautiful photos?

Panoramic views open from the Kurgan Kosciuszko, a mound hill of the XIX century, and from the town hall tower on the Market Square. Kazimierz, the historic Jewish quarter, with its narrow streets and synagogues, is ideal for atmospheric shots. The Florian Gate and Barbacán, surviving fragments of the city's fortifications, create impressive architectural shots.

Q: What legends are associated with the Wawel Castle in Krakow?

The Wawel dragon, according to legend, lived in a cave at the foot of the castle, until he was defeated by cunning Prince Krakus. The Sigismund bell on the cathedral tower, cast in 1520, is said to ring only at special moments in Polish history. In the dungeons of the castle, as legend says, treasures of kings and knights are kept.

Q: What little-known sights of Krakow are worth seeing?

The museum of Jan Matejko, dedicated to the work of the famous Polish artist, is located in his former house of the XIX century. The dungeons of St. Wojciech Church in Market Square reveal the history of early medieval Krakow. Mangha, a museum of Japanese art and technology founded by Felix Mangasu Yasensky, offers unique exhibits from Asia.

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Florian Street

The main street of the city is Florian Street. It began to be built in the fifteenth century and today is a unique mixture of diff …

Mateiki Square

Mateiki Square (Krakow) is the former market square of the city of Klepaž. The square is named in honor of the famous Polish artis …

Market Square in Krakow

The heart and soul of Krakow is considered the Market Square.Built in 1257, it has been a centre of trade and crafts for centuries …

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Kanonicza Streets (Kanonicza)

Kanonica Street - one of the most beautiful streets of old Krakow, causes a unique feeling of antiquity. It was once part of the R …

Mariatsk Square

The small square to the right of the Mariatsky Church is called Mariatskaya Square (plac Mariacki). On it stands a fountain with a …

Excursions Kraków (9)

4 h. 2 - 8

Salt mines in Wieliczka

Trip (by minibus) to the suburb of Krakow - Wieliczka - in the former salt houses. The magnificence of the underworld, which even …

65 € man

4 h. 1 - 15

Krakow - Three in One* - Old Town, Wawel, Kazimierz and the Ghetto

This tour is for those who are not afraid to walk a lot (the distance of the tour route is about 5 km). For those who want to see …

25 € man

New Year in Poland!!

Dear guests, I invite you to Poland for the New Year holidays! You will open their doors, such unusual and fabulous cities as: Kra …

8 h. 2 - 8

Thermal pools of Bukovina-Tatshanskaya

A trip to the Tatra Mountains, Bukovina-Tatshansk, to the hot springs for a small company of up to 8 people. The distance from Kr …

150 € group

Guides Kraków (4)

Larisa Strigachev

Warsaw

Language: English, Русский, Украинский

Interpreter-synchronist, tour guide, stylist (with a diploma) and shopping consultant, (based on separate agreements) pe …

Rostislav Rostislavovich Dyachuk

Warsaw

Language: Polish, Russian, Ukrainian

Organization of one or two day trips from Warsaw to Krakow, Wieliczka, Gdansk, Sopot, Zakopane, Poznan, Auschwitz, Pragu …

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Tatiana Maslennikova

Kraków

Language: Русский

Sightseeing walking tour of Krakow - the Old Town and Wawel Hill, as well as the Jewish quarter of Kazimierz, the territ …

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Petr Konechko

Warsaw

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I will show you the city in all its angles, tell you many interesting stories about its inhabitants and take you anywher …

Streets and squares in Kraków

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Excursions Kraków (9)

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