Krakow travel guide
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You're Going to Love Krakow
With a population of 755,050, Krakow is the largest city in Malopolskie, Poland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Krakow has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Krakow
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Where to Eat in Krakow
If you’re looking for affordable options, Cafe Stare Miasto (Gołebia 2) and Cafe Botanica (ul. Bracka 9) are great picks.
When to visit Krakow
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Krakow in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 69.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Krakow, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.
How to Get to Krakow
Plane
When flying to Krakow, you’ll arrive at J. Paul II Krakow Airport (KRK), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Krakow from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 05m.
Train
FlixTrain is the most popular train carrier serving Krakow, followed by ÖBB. The train journey from Krakow to Prague takes 5h 45m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vienna, expect to pay about $53 for a 6h 42m trip. Located 0.6 miles from the city center, Krakow Glówny is the busiest station in Krakow. Another popular train station is Kraków-Podgórze, located 1.7 miles from the center.
Car
Another option to get to Krakow is to pick up a car rental from Warsaw, which is about 157 miles from Krakow. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Flex To Go, among others, in Warsaw.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Krakow, including FlixBus, STUDENT AGENCY and Bus. From Katowice, the bus ride to Krakow takes 70 miles and will cost you around $7. From Warsaw, the ticket costs about $22 for a journey of 215 miles. The most popular bus station is Krakow Czyzyny Bus Station, located 4 miles from downtown Krakow. Krakow Podgórze is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Krakow
Where to stay in Krakow
From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Gródek to great affordable options like the Hotel Wawel, Krakow offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $73 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $135 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Krakowiak and ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Krakow, with prices from $32 to $225 per night. Stare Miasto is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Krakow are about 38% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Stare Miasto - In Krakow’s most popular neighborhood to stay, recommended hotels include Hotel Wentzl, Hotel Floryan Old Town and Hotel Downtown Krakow.
Kazimierz - Here you’ll find travelers’ favorites such as Privilege Suites II - Loftaffair Collection, Hotel Miodowa and Puro Kraków Kazimierz. The average nightly price for a double room in Kazimierz is $33.
Where to stay in popular areas of Krakow
Most booked hotels in Krakow
Renting a car in Krakow
Renting a car in Krakow costs $28 per day, on average, or $85 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Krakow.
Expect to pay $6.40 per gallon in Krakow (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $76.77 and $102.36. The most frequently booked car type in Krakow is Compact (Dacia Sandero Stepway or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Smart Forfour or similar) are, on average, 85% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.