Top Krakow Museums

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.

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.

Discover the rich Jewish heritage of Polish Galicia through powerful photography, personal stories, and immersive exhibitions. Located in the heart of Kraków’s Jewish Quarter – Kazimierz – the Galicia Jewish Museum offers a moving and modern look at Jewish life in southern Poland, before and after the Holocaust. It’s more than just a museum — it’s a space for memory, education, and cultural reflection. -Explore “Traces of Memory”, a thought-provoking photographic journey through Jewish heritage and Holocaust sites in Galicia -Learn about the lives, culture, and resilience of Jewish communities in Poland -Visit a modern, interactive space set in a former warehouse, blending history with contemporary design -Located in Kazimierz, Krakow’s historic Jewish district, just minutes from major synagogues and landmarks -A perfect stop for those seeking deeper insight into Polish-Jewish history and culture

Explore the amazing underground sculptures, caverns, and even a cathedral at the Wieliczka Salt Mines on an easy half-day tour from Krakow. Avoid the hassle of reading Polish bus timetables with hotel or central-Krakow transfers (if option selected). Learn all about the history of the centuries-old salt mines from your guide and marvel at the many complex and beautiful salt sculptures.

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

Visit two of Europe’s most powerful historic Holocaust sites in a single day with this tour that includes time-saving transportation from Krakow. Learn about the significance and history of the infamous Auschwitz and Birkenau death camps from your guide as you visit the former barracks, crematorium, and gas chambers. Pause at the memorial to the more than 1 million victims who died here before the return ride to Krakow.

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 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.

Make the most out of your time in Krakow with a 1-, 2- or 3-day museum and transport pass. Enjoy access to more than 20 museums and attractions, including Oskar Schindler’s Factory, the Rynek Underground, Town Hall Tower, and more. Unlimited public transportation is included, so you can get to each attraction easily. Discounts at select restaurants, shops, and other activities are also provided with your pass.

Skip the hassle of researching local bus routes to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with this convenient package from Krakow. After a hotel pickup, travel directly to the memorial for a guided tour of the former concentration camp complex from when Poland was occupied by the Nazi Party during World War II. Learn historical insights from your guide, then benefit from the convenience of having return transportation included.

Save time booking your own transfers and admission to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, and benefit from this ticket and transport package where everything is organized for you. The trip begins with Krakow hotel pickup, and once at Auschwitz-Birkenau, a guided tour around the site is provided to learn more about the history of this former concentration camp, which was built in Nazi-occupied Poland.

With this ticket and transport package, you can visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with ease. Begin by selecting your preferred Krakow pickup point—whether it's a designated meeting point or a hotel pickup. Then, ride directly to Auschwitz-Birkenau. Upon arrival, embark on a guided tour of the museum exhibits, offering profound insights into the tragic events of Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II.

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.

Easily fit in a visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with this tour that includes round-trip hotel transport from Krakow. After your ride to the memorial, take a tour led by a museum guide who knows the stories and history of the former WWII camp well. You are also provided with headphones, so you don’t miss a word along the way.

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.

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.

The Polish Aviation Museum (Muzeum Lotnictwa Polskiego) covers the history of flying from its early inventions to modern fighter jets. Instead of wasting precious vacation time waiting around to get inside—and up close to its collection of over 200 aircraft—skip the lines with handy, prebooked entry tickets. Explore the exhibits at your leisure, with themed exhibition halls, multimedia presentations, and plenty of planes to snap photos of.

Save yourself the hassle of organizing logistics when it comes to visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, with this convenient day trip from Krakow. Once you arrive, benefit from having prebooked admission, which helps you avoid the hassle of waiting in long ticket lines. Then, to get the most out of your experience, a guide shows you around the exhibits, with commentary to expand your knowledge of the site’s poignant history.

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.

Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum in an important place to remember the victims of this former concentration camp during World War II Nazi-occupied Poland. You won’t have to worry about organizing how to get there as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. You’ll travel in a small group and will avoid waiting in long visitor lines as entrance tickets are provided. Tour Auschwitz-Birkenau with a guide to provide commentary and important historical information along the way.

Step inside a restored early-20th-century military building to discover the untold story of Poland's WWII resistance. The Home Army Museum — named after General Emil "Nil" Fieldorf, deputy commander of the Home Army who was executed by the communist regime in 1953 — is the only institution in Poland dedicated entirely to the Polish Underground State and its armed resistance movement, the largest of its kind in occupied Europe. Skip the line and explore original artifacts and memorabilia donated by the families of soldiers and resistance leaders, immersive multimedia displays, and powerful personal stories of sabotage missions, secret operations, and civilian life under Nazi occupation.

Schindler’s Factory was an enamel factory that operated during World War II, when Poland was under Nazi occupation. Its owner—Oskar Schindler—saved the lives of over 1200 Jewish people, and this ticket allows you to visit the original factory building. Instead of waiting in a long ticket line, avoid the crowds at the entrance and get straight in. Then, have free time to explore the exhibits independently at your own pace.

This is a must-see sight for art fans. Beat the crowds and pre-book an entrance ticket to Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine Exhibition at the National Museum. You’ll save time waiting in long visitor lines, and make the most of your trip to Krakow, by witnessing a rare piece of artwork. Leonardo da Vinci only ever painted four portraits of women, so this piece has become a national treasure.