Top Krakow Attractions & Museums

Swap the usual tourist attractions for something a bit different in Krakow—the Museum of Illusions. This mysterious place is home to many weird and wonderful optical illusions, interactive displays, quirky photo opportunities, and hidden surprises along the way. Avoid having to wait in long ticket lines for this popular attraction by pre-booking entry and securing your ticket in advance.

Discover the alpine scenery of Zakopane the easy way with a small-group tour from Krakow. Instead of dealing with crowded local buses, enjoy convenient Krakow hotel pickup and a much more relaxed travel experience. Once there, ride a cable car for mountain views, sample traditional Highlander smoked cheese, and explore Zakopane’s most famous shopping street.

Rather than grapple with public transportation, join this guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, which includes hotel pickup and drop-off as well as round-trip transfers from Krakow. Explore while learning about the history of the concentration camp, and pause to pay your respects to victims of the Holocaust.

Experience a poignant piece of World War II history by visiting Oskar Schindler’s Factory Museum in Krakow. After selecting your preferred package, such as a ticket-only package or a guided tour, head inside the former enamel factory where hundreds of Jewish employees were saved from deportation. Either follow a guide for insightful commentary, or independently explore the multimedia projections, artifacts. and photos at your own pace.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the world's oldest salt mines and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as one of Poland’s most popular attractions. This half-day tour from Krakow includes a guided tour of underground mines, tunnels, lakes, and chapels, plus hotel pick-up and round-trip transport (if option selected). Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the mines for a smoother visit.

House of Attractions stands out as the ultimate interactive entertainment center located right in the heart of Krakow. Unlike traditional museums, this offers a fully immersive space where you can touch, play, and interact with mind-bending illusions and unique exhibits. It is the perfect indoor escape for families, couples, and groups of friends to create unforgettable memories, have fun at their own pace, and capture amazing, highly shareable photos.

If you are a selfie enthusiast and you like having fun, charge your phone and prepare a memory card, because Be Happy Museum is a must-visit place for lovers of photos and fun. Unique scenography with iconic donuts, huge sweets or fairy-tale unicorns means that you can literally break away from reality. Colorful backgrounds, fanciful shapes and dozens of original scenes will probably make you dizzy. Each element allows for an endless number of shots. Instagram or TikTok fans will certainly make a splash on the web with their photos and videos, but will also experience an unforgettable adventure and recharge their batteries of happiness. Everything here is sweet, fairy-tale and pastel. During your visit, even the biggest gloom will start smiling! This is guaranteed great fun not only for fans of social media, but also entire families who want to spend a joyful time in a unique setting.

Ideal for gamers and techie travelers interested in vintage machines—the Krakow Arcade Museum is one of Poland’s largest public collections of vintage arcade games. With this ticket, bypass the entrance lines and head straight into the museum. No need to worry about paying for each play, as the ticket includes unlimited free plays during your visit.

The UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the world’s oldest salt mines, is among Poland’s most fascinating sights. With this tour, avoid the hassle of public transportation and set off directly from Krakow via minivan. Explore the labyrinth of corridors and chambers carved directly from the rock salt, featuring crystal chandeliers and artistic salt works. Enjoy the enchanting underground lakes and health benefits from the unique microclimate. Finish with a ride in the traditional miner's elevator and learn the significance of salt production in Polish history.

When visiting Krakow, delve into one of the city's most riveting stories with a guided 90-minute tour of the Schindler Factory Museum. Learn about Oskar Schindler, who saved more than 1,000 Jews during the Nazi occupation of World War II. Explore his original factory, now a museum showcasing the tragedy and heroism immortalized in Steven Spielberg's film “Schindler's List.” Skip the long lines with guaranteed priority access.

Step into the spiritual and artistic legacy of Kraków and discover the life and path of Pope John Paul II. Located in the historic heart of the Old Town, the Archdiocesan Museum in Kraków is housed in the former residence of Karol Wojtyła — later known as Pope John Paul II. This unique museum offers a rich collection of sacred art, religious artifacts, and personal memorabilia from the life of the sainted pope. -Discover an impressive collection of religious art from the 13th to the 20th century, including paintings, sculptures, and liturgical objects -Walk through rooms once inhabited by Karol Wojtyła, with preserved furniture and personal belongings -Learn about the early life and priesthood of one of the most influential figures of the 20th century -Peaceful and reflective atmosphere in a beautifully restored townhouse -A meaningful stop for those interested in Christian heritage, Polish history, and sacred art

Combine two of the Krakow area’s most important historic sites on this full-day tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Wieliczka Salt Mine, including hotel pickup. Start with a moving tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex, learning the harrowing truths about the largest Nazi concentration camp complex. After lunch (optional inclusion), venture underground to explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the world’s oldest working salt mines.

Enjoy a seamless, hassle-free visit to Poland’s largest thermal complex with pre-booked admission to Chochołowskie Thermal Baths, set beneath the Tatra Mountains. Enjoy skip-the-line entry and a personal host who guide you around and shares insider tips on the best pools and dining spots. Choose half- or full-day access and relax in more than 30 pools, jacuzzis, and saunas.

Schindler’s Factory is one of Krakow’s best-known attractions, so avoid the possibility of waiting in a long ticket line by securing your entry in advance. Upon arrival, enjoy the perk of skip-the-line admission and head straight inside to see the exhibits, and learn more about what life was like in Nazi-occupied Krakow during World War II.

Enjoy a relaxing soak in rejuvenating waters on this thermal bath experience from Krakow. Unwind in a thermal whirlpool in a spa in the heart of the Tatra Mountains, or take part in fun outdoor activities such as water volleyball and inflatable slides. Choose an option including a visit to Zakopane with a funicular ride to Gubalowka Hill for panoramic mountain views before returning to Krakow.

Discover the expansive, underground salt mine at Wieliczka on this guided excursion from Krakow without the hassle of navigating unknown roads. Visit the ancient salt mine that has been in production since the Middle Ages and enjoy a guided 3-hour tour through the facility with skip-the-line access. Admire the chapels, chambers, and saline lakes as you walk, and gain insight into the mine's unique history.

The ticket grants you access to one of the biggest specialized facilities of this kind and also the oldest Museum in Krakow. The museum features permanent and temporary exhibitions that focus on specific archaeological themes Available Exhibitions: -Prehistory and Early Middle Ages of Małopolska: This exhibition offers an in-depth examination of the development of human society in the Małopolska region from the Paleolithic era to the early Middle Ages. The artifacts on display include tools, pottery, and ornaments that illustrate the daily lives, beliefs, and advancements of ancient communities. -The Stone Age in Poland: This exhibit focuses on the earliest periods of human settlement in Poland, covering the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic eras.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine the easy way from Kraków on this organized tour. Choose from a range of tour packages, from ticket-only with no transfers, pickup and drop-off from your hotel, and more, to suit your budget and your preferences. Once at the salt cave, learn about its history as a mine and its carved sculptures on a guided tour through two miles (3.5 kilometers) of tunnels.

Climb one of Kraków's most iconic monuments and reward yourself with the best 360-degree panorama in the city. The Kościuszko Mound is a man-made hill built between 1820 and 1823 by ordinary Cracovians — using their own hands, without machinery — to honor Polish and American war hero Tadeusz Kościuszko. Skip the ticket line and head straight up the spiral path to the 34-meter summit, standing 326 meters above sea level, for sweeping views over Kraków's Old Town, the Vistula River, and — on clear days — the Tatra Mountains on the horizon. At the base, explore the 19th-century Fort "Kościuszko," a brick citadel built by Austrian military engineers, now home to a museum exhibition on Kościuszko's life and legacy. In 2017, the mound and its surroundings were officially recognized as a national Historic Monument (Pomnik Historii) of Poland.

Zakopane—a resort town near the Tatra Mountains—is loved for its spectacular mountain views and highlander culture. With this tour, avoid the hustle and bustle of public transport, and travel in a comfortable private vehicle from Krakow. Enjoy time to ride a funicular to Gubałówka, visit the popular Krupówki shopping street, and see the wooden village of Chochołów. Then round off the trip with a relaxing soak in thermal baths that feature indoor and outdoor pools, water slides, whirlpools, and more.

This skip-the-line entry ticket allows you to descend underground and explore a top attraction in Poland that dates back to medieval times—Wieliczka Salt Mine. Enjoy the perk of being able to bypass people waiting to buy tickets, with this skip-the-line admission package. Once inside, enjoy a guided walk around the underground chambers with live commentary about this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage site.

Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of Poland’s UNESCO World Heritage sites and a very popular attraction. Instead of being stuck in long ticket lines, prebook your admission in advance to secure skip-the-line entry at a time slot that suits your schedule. During your visit, enjoy a guided tour to learn about the salt mine’s history and see its impressive salt sculptures.

Travelers interested in history will appreciate touring the infamous Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp without following a group. Your ticket allows you access to both camps with priority entrance, while a guidebook teaches you more about the shocking history than you would by visiting alone.