What to do in Alwernia

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Places to Visit in Alwernia

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Top places to visit

1. Main Market Square

Search for clothes and jewelry in a 700-year-old shopping center, tour ancient churches and climb to the top of a Gothic tower at Kraków’s Main Market Square. This 13th-century plaza is one of the largest medieval squares in Europe. It is surrounded by traditional Flemish houses and is home to some of the city's most important historical buildings.
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Main Market Square showing outdoor eating

2. Wawel Castle

Explore the snaking corridors and grand chambers of Krakow’s historic Wawel Castle. It’s home to an extensive collection of Flemish tapestries, intricate paintings by Rubens and a Treasury filled with armour and royal jewellery. A permanent exhibition outlines the castle’s history and the archaeological findings that have occurred in the castle grounds. After you’ve explored inside, visit the Royal Garden to see the cave said to have once been home to a fierce dragon.
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Wawel castle in Krakow, Poland

3. Oskar Schindler Factory

The Oskar Schindler Factory is a powerful museum dedicated to telling the story of the Jewish families living in Krakow during the Holocaust. The interactive museum features radio broadcasts of Nazi propaganda that set the chilling scene as you enter the museum. Imagine the terror felt by the workers of Oskar Schindler’s Factory as the Nazis entered Krakow. Excerpts from letters and diaries, rare photographs and miniature scenes of daily life during the war help you to understand the horrors of the Holocaust.
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4. St. Mary's Basilica

Although the tower of St. Mary’s Basilica is visible from across the city, the most famous feature of the church is located within its walls. The basilica's renowned altarpiece depicts the key points in the Virgin Mary’s life and is considered one of the most beautiful of its kind. Follow the trumpet call that echoes from the church across the city and you’ll find yourself at the basilica doors, ready to learn about its many legends.
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St. Mary\'s Basilica showing a square or plaza, street scenes and a statue or sculpture

5. ICE Krakow Congress Centre

ICE Kraków Congress Centre is a multipurpose complex for business, cultural and entertainment events. With 395,250 square feet (36,720 square meters) of space, the convention center can host a range of activities for large audience numbers. The name ICE is an acronym of International Conferences and Entertainment. Attend an event here and make use of state-of-the-art facilities set within a spectacular contemporary building.
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Krakow which includes modern architecture

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alwernia worth visiting?
From retail therapy to outdoor adventures and history, there are loads of great things to do in Alwernia. Remember to enjoy the area's blend of unmissable sights, culture and local charm.
How do I spend a day in Alwernia?
Once you've visited key attractions like Lipowiec Castle, spend the rest of your day discovering the retail and food scene in Alwernia.
What is the top tourist attraction in Alwernia?
Lipowiec Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Alwernia and deserves a spot on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Alwernia?
Book a holiday in Alwernia for three days and you'll have plenty of time to tick off its most in-demand sights and get a feel for the local vibe. For the chance to see attractions in the surrounding areas and venture off the beaten path, consider staying for a week or more.
What are some activities to do in Alwernia with kids?
Planning what to do in Alwernia with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're taking a trip with teenagers or little ones, there are plenty of family-friendly sights to keep them happy here.

What to do in Alwernia for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or outdoor explorer, there are plenty of things to do in Alwernia for adults.
Are there free things to do in Alwernia?
You don't need to splurge to enjoy an amazing getaway here. There are plenty of cheap things to do in Alwernia for the traveller on a budget. Stroll through the parks, soak up the vibes at free events and festivals or ask a local tour guide for tips.