Updated 2013
You can get a train to/from the airport from Krakow's main train station (about 10 minutes walk from Rynek Glowny, the main square).
A free bus will collect you from outside Arrivals... more
In December 2004 I went from Krakow on a daytrip to Zakopane by bus. Krakow's bus station (Dworzec Autobusowy) is located just next to the railway station. It is served by various bus companies like... more
I only needed to use Krakow's tram system once or twice during my four-day stay. The historic center is very walkable, however those wanting to explore further afield can hop on the convenient tram... more
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....is a small and rather pleasant place. There's been a lot of new building, I think, and it shows.
There are several cafes and restaurants landside in which you can occupy yourself pleasantly... more
I rented a car for just 3 days. Was suppose to be 6 but i cut it down to 3 days because i had issues with my GPS not working ( my own GPS). I had option to rent one which i should have done. Anyway, i... more
Krakow is a delightfully walkable city. You can see almost everything that is of interest to the tourist on foot. (yes, even Kaziemirz!) Streets have reasonable... more
Hi,There is a train and also a bus. The bus stops in front of the airport, whilst for the train you must walk for about 200m. I used the train when I arrived,... more
I ordered pickup at the airport,a trip to Auschwitz, a trip to the Salt Mines and transportation to the airport when we were going home.I am absolutely stunned,... more
They are rather large carriages well decorated, often white, with two horses and two cabman or cabwoman. The horses are strong and their harness is decorated. I... more
Explore Kraków from an open electric car with driver/tourguide.These battery driven cars are available in the high season and can be found at the central market... more
Krakow is not a paradise for bicycle lovers although there are more and more bicycle routes around Krakow. It's not Netherlands - some of bicycle routes need... more
The best way to enjoy Krakow is on foot. Almost all of the city’s Old Town historic area has been turn practically into a pedestrian precinct with most its... more
.Buy Krakow Tourist Card which enables you to use free public transportation, to enter free 26 museums (except Wawel Castle Museums and Cathedral and except... more
If you are a member of any frequent flyer programme and you collect miles to get discounts/free tickets check in my first transportation tip whether your arline... more
.Bicycles are for rent at the following companies:BikeOne, several automated stands throughout town.Art.-Bike, ul. Starowislna 33.Cyklomaster, ul. Galczyñskiego... more
.Kraków is built on the border of the Wisla river.There are a number of campanies offering river trips:Zegluga Krakowska "Piotrus Pan" and "Sobieski" BoatsRiver... more
Unless you are going outside of the old town and Kazimierz, the best way to get around Krakow is to walk. The old town area is definitely walkable and cars are... more
Krakow is a fascinating place to visit and so much to see and do. Most of what Krakow has to offer is within walking distance of the Main Market Square - Rynek... more
4 of us needed to get to the train station with our luggage, poons had spotted one of the city sight seeing vehicles near our apartments, and asked if the... more
BikeOne is a recent (2010) transport innovation introduced by the Krakow city authorities to provide short-term bike hire for getting around the city. This is... more
There was a £15 per person fare to get on the WizzAir transfer from Katowice airport to Krakow. The minibus that we traveled on can never be ideal for the 90min... more
Krakow as a city has a population of about 800,000 and it is estimated that 95% of the city's residents live within 200 metres of a tram or bus stop - which... more
Hope the map helpsYet since I visited 4 years ago,there are many maps online and also good maps can be bought,but I scanned this in anyway.I guess 15 years ago,... more
The best way to go from Krakow’s John Paul II International Airport in Balice to Krakow is to use the Shuttle train service that links the Airport with the... more
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I was most surprised and pleased with the cultural homogeneity of the old city of Krakow.
The architectural, cultural, religious unity and an apparently social unity create a harmony that has...
Krakow is Poland’s prime tourist attraction, a must with few equals in the entire Central and Eastern Europe. The place has been settled since the Stone Age at least. In 1038 Krakow became the capital...
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