Suggested
itineraries in Krakow, on foot.
The best way to enjoy
Krakow is on foot. Almost all of the city’s
Old Town historic district
has been practically turned into a pedestrian
precinct with most its landmarks within easy walking
distance. And every
street
and every
square
here lives its own life manifest in its
cafes, stores, galleries, assorted culture venues and public
institutions. Also Krakow's other historic district, Kazimierz,
is just a five-minute walk away.
Kanonicza street is the last part
of Krakow's Royal
Road route
Krakow's
most rewarding walking routes.
Have a
virtual stroll down Krakow's streets.
Royal Road was
the backbone of the ancient capital of Poland. It links the
main city gate and the Wawel
Royal Castle
through Krakow's main historic
streets.
Stroll Up the Royal Road
Kazimierz,
now in downtown Krakow, used to be its twin city and medieval
rival. The area contains many landmarks and the former Kazimierz
Jewish Quarter,
in the past one of the main centers of Diaspora.
Stroll
through Krakow's Kazimierz District
Krakow's
Grand
Square,
the
largest in medieval Europe, is arguably
one of the world’s most beautiful plazas. It boasts a plethora
of landmarks and myriad restaurants, clubs, and cafes.
Stroll
Round the Grand Square
Planty
ring of gardens encircles
the
Old Town historic district.
Walk its leafy alleys and see Krakow's landmarks from the new
perspective.
Circle
the Old Town walking in the Planty gardens
Pope
John Paul II used to stroll Krakow streets first as
student, then priest, bishop and cardinal.
Follow
the footsteps of
Pope John Paul II
Krakow’s
municipality-promoted theme routes
Although
they may be demanding and often omit Krakow’s premier
landmarks, the featured itineraries are an interesting option
for ambitious sightseers.
Krakow's
other suggested itineraries.
Krakow
Old Town Historic District
Poland's prime tourist attraction and a must-see in
Central Europe boasts numerous world-class monuments,
charming vistas, delightful atmosphere, and the best restaurants–everything
easily available on foot.
Go
to Krakow's Old Town historic district
Streetwise
Each Krakow street has its unique
character and a climate of its own; each is rich
in history and many different stories.
More
on Krakow streets
Krakow
squares
They used to be the hubs of city life in the Middle Ages.
In Krakow they still are.
More
on Krakow squares
Krakow’s
central pedestrian precinct
There are traffic restrictions virtually all over and
round the Old Town historic district, yet they are not
uniform. The area has been divided into three zones, each with
different rules.
More
on traffic restrictions in downtown Krakow
Walking on
the green
Krakow has vast patches of green within its
limits–including the 120-acre Blonia common at the city’s
heart, the 1020-acre Las Wolski forest park adjacent to the
downtown, and the Planty
ring of gardens round the whole historic district, to say
nothing of public parks–and even vaster just beyond.
More
on Krakow's parks
More
on Krakow wildlife
Hiking
You can find myriad of splendid hiking routes near by
Krakow.
More
on the environs of Krakow
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Map
of the Krakow's Old Town historic district
Map
of the Kazimierz historic district in Krakow
Krakow
Tours
In
Krakow and beyond.
Walk
the Royal Road
in Krakow
Stroll
Round the Grand Square of Krakow
Walk
Planty gardens round the Old Town
Stroll
through Krakow's Kazimierz District
Theme
routes in Krakow
In the footsteps of
Pope John Paul II
Getting
around Krakow
How to move
about the city making good use of its transport system.
Travel
to Krakow
Over seven million visitors show up in Krakow every year. Many arrive by air,
but most take advantage of the fact that Krakow lies at a major
European road and rail junction.
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