Nightlife in Krakow

Krakow by Night 

There is no shortage of places to drink, eat, and stay merry late into the night in Krakow. Notably, the huge central Grand Square in the heart of the historic Old Town district and its environs look like they never sleep, at least most of the year save winter. And recently trendy new hangouts are launched also in the nearby Kazimierz quarter almost by the week.

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Krakow Night Clubs 

Krakow boasts a lively club scene. The party goes on week long, but–no doubts about it–the Friday and Saturday nights tend to be hottest in the city's countless nightspots. As elsewhere, on weekends Krakow’s young professionals, expats, students, and visitors mingle happily in crowds that pack bars, discotheques, cafes, and restaurants in vogue at the moment. Loyal patrons happen but most club-goers wander from place to place. 

Diverse nightspots of Krakow. 

Local clubs are not large, few can seat more than 100. Recorded music is the staple, with live performances two or three nights a week. The biggest concentration of varied nightspots is in the central Old Town historic district, followed by the nearby Kazimierz area, though some best clubs may be found also in other parts of the city. 

Gay-only clubs are a rarity as proprietors seek the hetero patronage as well so they prefer to be labeled as gay-friendly instead. 

Also, the Krakow nightlife may disappoint fans of go-go dancers, striptease, lap dancing, and similar entertainment as it is currently out of fashion here and even karaoke upstages flesh in the city's clubs. 

Krakow's music clubs. 

The city’s myriad live entertainment venues cater to all tastes and generations. Sure thing, those in their twenties to thirty-something are best served and most places offer contemporary club music. Some Krakow DJs attained local fame, while club celebrities from other parts of Poland and from abroad spin occasionally in the city. 

On the other hand, jazz seems surprisingly popular. Also, there are hangouts for the fans of rock, modern pop, ballads, hip-hop, etc. The roots music, inspired by varied traditions of this part of Europe, has a niche of its own. Seniors, too, have their places of choice to enjoy themselves with immortal evergreens. 

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Dining guide to good Restaurants in Krakow

Krakow has always been Poland’s gourmet Mecca. And the recent decade brought about a genuine restaurant explosion all over the city owing to the hectic efforts of aspiring restaurateurs, native ones as well as immigrants. The Old Town historic district seems virtually stuffed with establishments catering to all kinds of diners. The bulk of Krakow restaurants close when the last customer leaves. 
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Krakow drinks - bars, pubs, etc. 

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Krakow Cabaret 

The Krakow variety of cabaret mostly consists of the mixture of dramatic songs, either funny or romantic, and skits. Yet stand-up comedy gains popularity. 

Gambling in Krakow 

Krakow’s three casinos lure gamblers with roulette, blackjack, poker, and slot machines round the week from afternoon till the dawn next day. It’s perfectly legal as long as you are 18 or older. 
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Lodging guide to hotels and other accommodations in Krakow

Budda Drink & Garden 
Many cozy nooks, Oriental decorations with Kamasutra motifs, second bar in the garden. Every weekend DJs perform in the garden. 
Address: 6 Rynek Glowny (Grand Square). 
Open from noon till the last customer leaves. 
Music: chill out, modern jazz, ethno. 

Club Clu
Address: ul. Szeroka 10. Phone: (+48) 124292609. Website: www.clubclu.pl Email: clu@clubclu.pl  

Frantic 
Address: 5 Szewska street. Website: www.frantic.pl 

Goraczka 
"You will forget about Poland, but Goraczka You Wont" club's motto represents what in night-life is most important: fun, fun, fun - great atmosphere, positive freaked people, outstanding guests and best black'n'dance music - that's all located near main square. 300 sq. m air-conditioned space, 2 bar's, 5 rooms, including large dancefloor and chill-out room. Open daily from 17.00 - music starts at 20.30.On dancefloor You can hear mostly hip-hop, r'n'b, soul music, mixed with dance-hall, vocal house, latino - house and pop, soft-rock salsa and reggae. You can find us: 7 Szewska St phone 012 421 92 61 www.goraczka.com.pl klub@goraczka.com.pl 

Harris Piano Jazz Bar 
Address: 28 Rynek Glowny (Grand Sq.) Phone: (+48) 124215741. 

Kitsch
Kitsch is situated at 15 Wielopole street – near Rynek Glowny central square and close to the main post office – in a building nicknamed ‘Wielopole 15 Entertainment Center’. The club is located on the 2nd floor, where dance hall and several lounges take up 380 sq m. In almost palatial decor you’ll be enchanted by swimming fish, furs on walls, kitschy hangings, etc. When you have a sense of humor you understand the kitsch elegance of the place where it isn’t difficult to find a cozy nook for oneself. Staff are nice and well organized, and bar offers a wide range of drinks. On Fridays and Saturdays popular ‘kitsch’ discos feature ‘stars’ of varied standing. Admission is free but owners of membership card have priority. Plus, there are theater performances here and gallery of contemporary and alternative art. In a word, Kitsch counts as a nightspot where we revel till he crack of dawn every day among kitsch music nowhere else to be heard. Phone: (+48) 124225299. Web site: www.kitsch.pl Email: kitsch-krakow@tlen.pl 

Klub U Louisa
Address: Rynek Glowny 13. Phone (+48) 126170222. Web site www.ulouisa.com Email kontakt@ulouisa.com or mjurowski@ulouisa.com 

Lubu - Dubu
Address: ul. Wielopole 15. Phone (+48) 12694461402. Website www.lubu-dubu.pl Email zooid@wp.pl 

Plastic 
Place dating back to the outset of clubbing in the city has got a new lease of life. Nearly ten years ago a legendary Zelazna club was situated here. Two levels, 400 sq m, 300 seats and enough room for 500 revelers. It’s only parameters. When you add a unique plastic, tongue-in-cheek decor you get the Plastic club – an electrifying blend of kitsch with good taste. Different kinds of music reign on its two dance floors. A mix of IDM and electro clash upstairs, while downstairs the old-school, old-fashioned, and somewhat trashy disco tunes with a big dose of the sense of humor. The Plastic prefers everybody regardless of sexual orientation. Numerous rooms and nooks make for an intimate atmosphere. The club is open for cooperation with young artists in any form. The place is also available for closed parties. Address: ul. Joselewicza 21c. Web site: www.plastic.net.pl Email: newsletter@plastic.net.pl 

Przychodnia Towarzyska 
Dance Bar & Pub. Address: Florianska Street 53. Phone (+48) 124218465. Mobile: 0501777798, 0502595856. Website www.przychodnia_towarzyska.zaprasza.net and Website www.knajpy.krakow.pl/lokal/113 Email przychodnia_towarzyska@interia.pl We'd like to invite You to unique place in Krakow - club with 5-year tradition. You can find Przychodnia Towarzyska at Florianska street 53. After entering the club the first thing on Your sight would be the longest, eye-catching bar in town. We guarantee high jinks for the whole night on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Only the best and fresh cuts are played here. In Przychodnia Towarzyska You can dance everywhere and on everything! We can organize any party You would only imagine. Opening hours Monday - Saturday from 6 p.m. till last Client. 

Przystanek Towarzyski 
Green Summer Garden 'Scena Przy Pompie' Address: Pl. Sw. Ducha 4. Phone mobile 0501777798, 0502595856. Email przychodnia_towarzyska@interia.pl Website www.knajpy.krakow.pl/lokal/189 Under the starlit sky and an old weeping willow You can rest after the week full of work, having raspberry ice-cream, ice coffee with whipped cream and slice of fresh strawberry, sipping summer fruit drinks, listening to excellent music performed by the biggest stars of Polish music and stage. Spectators can sit in comfortable wicker chairs at cafe's tables in a beauty spot of old Krakow. Shows are organized in summer, every Saturday and Sunday, always at 8:30 p.m. Opening hours Monday - Sunday from 10 a.m. till last Client. 

Rece i Nogi Club
Address: Szewska street 14. Phone (+48) 124222579. Mobile: 0502745839. Website www.knajpy.krakow.pl/lokal/239 and www.receinogi.com Email rinclub@receinogi.com Rece i Nogi Club is an usual combination of large-format photography gallery and a house music club. Inside, You can find elements of decoration referring to the club's name all over the place - English equivalent of Rece i Nogi is Hands and Legs. Guests can enjoy themselves in several rooms with varied climate, offering fun as well as full chillout. On Tuesdays we invite all salsa lovers for free practice with professional instructors. Wednesday through Sanday regular parties with DJs take place but you can dance in Rece i Nogi every day. Professionally supplied bar offers special prices every night. each day will give You an unforgettable experience with the best club rhythms. Simply - music will make everything alright! Opening hours Monday - Sunday from 6 p.m. till last Client. 

Respect
Address: ul. Florianska 27. Phone: (+48) 124295992. 

Rewolucja 
Total Dance Bar & Pub. Address: Szewska street 23. Phone (+48) 124232783. Mobile: 0502595856. Website www.knajpy.krakow.pl/lokal/274 Email przychodnia_towarzyska@interia.pl In cellar at Szewska Street not only mezzanine are surprising, however situated in most amazing places. Club refers to various revolutions. Dance floor, two pipes, and perfrctly supplied bar are at Clients' disposal. You can hear all newest cuts on Saturdays or have fun during one of our thematic parties organized every Friday. Opening hours Monday - Saturday from 6 p.m. till last Client. 

Studio Club 
Address: ul. Budryka 4. Phone (+48) 126174545. Web site www.klubstudio.pl 

Krakow Carnival
It lasts from the New Year’s Eve till the Shrove Tuesday some two months later. The season is marked by feverish partying in Krakow’s numerous clubs on the one hand, and snobbish charity balls on the other.
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