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Krakow is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. It was originally the home of the Polish royalty (between 1038 and 1596), before the capital was moved to Warsaw. Visiting Krakow is a refreshing break from much of European travel, where similar cities blend together, and the dominance of English might make you wonder if you ever left North America. The cobblestoned streets, majestic churches (almost 100 historical churches!), and old world charm make Krakow an unforgetable destination.
Add to it the former Jewish district with its 7 synagogues, 3 gigantic Gothic churches and more than 800 of pubs huddled in beauteous nooks and alleyways where time slows down and you'd be coming back here as often as you can.
Krakow is located in the south of Poland, about halfway from Warsaw and Prague and is a good place to break up your trip if you are traveling from one to the other. Krakow is now the third most popular tourist destination in central and eastern Europe, following Prague and Budapest. Contributors
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Travel Q&A on Krakow:
Question: #1: should i travel to krakow or to budapest for best fun partying and nightlife?
krakow or budapest for partying?
- asked by Lance M
Answer: lol, i like krakow the best. depends on what you consider "partying". if it means getting wasted, dancing, and hooking up with random people, i don't know if krakow is for you. if you mean lots of cultural ...
- answered by: Aleks View All Answers (5)
Question: #2: I will be traveling in Krakow and Wroclaw, is it possible to hire...?
Our group would like to hire a van and driver to take us plus luggage from Krakow to Debica. This is not a tourist kind of trip, just visiting relatives. Also a separate trip in Wroclaw. So possibly hiring two different drivers in those two cities.I've seen the Joka website that hires out autos, are there companies that can accommodate a larger group and provide a driver? I've checked out CrakowLife, but it has information on taxis and buses and trains.Please and thank you.I checked Express.pl - at least I can get an idea of how much zloty we would need to spend.I would be more comfortable with a local person. We speak Polish so we don't need an English speaking guide.
- asked by tryingmypatience
Answer: Try this link: http://www.express.pl/They have offices both in Wrocław and Kraków. ...
- answered by: witeczek2002 View All Answers (2)
Question: #3: in Poland, i travelled from Warsaw 2 Krakow but didn't c any cows or sheep in the fields - why not?
- asked by noangel3
Answer: Depends how you travelled. If you took the train, you should have seen cows. I actually was in Krakow this summer and took the train to Warsaw and they are EVERYWHERE. As for sheep - they only have them ...
- answered by: joanna View All Answers (12)
Question: #4: What is the fastest train to take while travelling from Zurich Switzerland to Krakow Poland?
Please let me know the name(s) of the train lines to take.
- asked by domermtw22
Answer: Take any train to milan (3.5 hours south) specifically to Bergamo airport which is 40 min north) then you can fly wizzair to katowice (1 hour) and transfer to krakow. Cost of fight about 35 USD one way. ...
- answered by: zackadoo View All Answers (2)
Question: #5: where musn't i miss in Krakow & Warsaw, poland? any suggestion?
i wanted to travel to poland... Anyone any suggestion on where i must visit during my stay in Krakow and Warsaw?Anyone knows is there any rinok (market) where i can get some cheap stuff (clothes, etc...)? o ya.. Does anyone knows where to get english medical books (tats the most important)...ur answers r very much appreciated...
- asked by nick b
Answer: In Krakow, old town is pretty. Wawel Castle, Rynek Glowny, the cathedral, the Solidarity church, Jagiellonian University and the Copernicus room, Cafe Hawelka, Cafe Mikailjaska...Auschwitz is nearby and ...
- answered by: elf2002 View All Answers (2)
Question: #6: Travel time/cost btw London-area airports?
Hello,I am interested in flying from the US to Poland in September, via London. There seem to be many inexpensive options from the US to Gatwick on major airlines and many cheap flights on minor airlines (SkyEurope, RyanAir, EasyJet...) from other London-airports to Krakow.My question is, exactly how difficult and expensive is it to travel from Gatwick to Luton or Stansted airports? Also, would it be necessary to book a bus/train in advance or is it reasonably safe to wait until I get to London?Thanks!Jim
- asked by jkomp01
Answer: Well if you are going though Hethrow International Airport be sure to see what terminals your planes are at. You may need to take a shuttle bus, which takes a long time. Especially when you are going to ...
- answered by: wheels274 View All Answers (1)
Question: #7: Central European travel?
I am planning on travelling to the following countries and need some tips on how to get around once I am in Europe. I want to do the following in 2 weeks:Berlin - Krakow - Prague - Salzburg or Vienna - Venice - ZurichAny tips about rail/air/bus travel would be appreciated.FYI I have been to/lived in Europe before so do not need as much time in each city
- asked by emma w
Answer: A bit too much for two weeks..try to choose the most interesting from these and have some time spending in the city..not mostly on the train..i suggest the train..can be most cheap ...
- answered by: ♥ TOOTHY ♥ View All Answers (2)
Question: #8: Traveling at Easter time to Poland, visiting Poznan, Krakow, Warsaw - with kids!?
I know they (age 10 and 12) will be absolutely bored in the land of their birth. They've been away for nearly six years and no longer speak Polish. Are there some places indoor where we could take them for an afternoon to let some energy go? I've heard of a place called Kolorado (sp)? Where is that?Also, what are some interests in those cities you could recommend?Janky!
- asked by tryingmypatience
Answer: There are lots of indoor swimming pools, pretty much one for every major town/city. Both Warsawa and Poznan have botanical/zoological gardens, too.There's a huge mall exclusively for kids in downstown ...
- answered by: niquila View All Answers (3)
Question: #9: Has anyone traveled on the overnight train from Prague to Krakow?
Is it safe? Its it best to book ahead? Can you book a cabin with just 3 people?
- asked by Wordsworths D
Answer: I have done that trip, about a year ago, but on the other way: Krakow -Prague.I didn't book ahead, i just arrived at the Krakow station a while before the train left and bought the ticket, I don't remember ...
- answered by: Claudia View All Answers (3)
Question: #10: I will be visiting poland for a week , i plan to visit Wroclaw, krakow and oswiecim?
can you tell me if Glogowek is an interesting town to spend a day.So far I plan the followingWroclaw (two days)Krakow (two days)Oswiecim (two days)looking for the final day, potentially glogowek (i see this town is inbetween where i need to be travelling, and was thinking of a stop over)there doesnt seem to be much information about this town, has anyone been?
- asked by ironfever
Answer: You might want to spend more time in Wroclaw and/or Krakow. You won't need 2 days in Oswiecim, and it's kind of an overwhelming place. Or course you need time to travel, too, but I think this is a lot for ...
- answered by: pardubice73 View All Answers (1)
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