What to do in Wieliczka

Activities, attractions and tours

Krakow which includes art, heritage architecture and interior views
Wieliczka Salt Mine featuring caves and interior views
Wieliczka Salt Mine which includes heritage elements and a garden
Wieliczka Salt Mine showing interior views
Wieliczka Salt Mine featuring heritage elements

Places to Visit in Wieliczka

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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. Wieliczka Salt Mine

As you stand beneath the twinkling chandelier of the Chapel of St. Kinga you’d be forgiven for thinking you were within one of Europe’s grand cathedrals. Instead you’re more than 100 metres (328 feet) beneath the ground and nearly everything you see is carved from salt. The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of Europe’s great curiosities. The intricate salt carvings, an underground lake and more than seven centuries of history make it one of Krakow’s most fascinating attractions.
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Wieliczka Salt Mine featuring heritage elements

3. 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

4. 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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Oskar Schindler Factory

5. 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

6. 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

Recommended things to do in Wieliczka

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What to do in Wieliczka

Discover the most popular places to visit in Wieliczka

Main Market Square which includes street scenes and outdoor art

Main Market Square

Spend some time in a large medieval square that is filled with restaurants, cafés and magnificent buildings that are hundreds of years old.

Main Market Square
Wieliczka Salt Mine featuring heritage elements

Wieliczka Salt Mine

With chapels carved into the salt, a surreal underground lake and a museum, this World Heritage-listed site is one of the most unusual attractions in Krakow.

Wieliczka Salt Mine
Wawel Castle

Wawel Castle

Krakow’s largest castle in home to a lavish series of royal apartments, a wide collection of Renaissance paintings and an eerie underground cave.

Wawel Castle
Oskar Schindler Factory

Oskar Schindler Factory

Learn about life in Krakow during World War II and the important role this factory played in saving the lives of some of the city’s Jewish community.

Oskar Schindler Factory
Krakow which includes a city, signage and modern architecture

Royal Road

You can learn about the history of Kraków with a stop at Royal Road. Make time for the shops and local tours in this family-friendly area.

Royal Road
St. Mary\'s Basilica showing a square or plaza, street scenes and a statue or sculpture

St. Mary's Basilica

Learn about the legends that make this Gothic church such an attraction and explore its colossal interior to see the 15th-century altarpiece at its centre.

St. Mary's Basilica
Krakow which includes modern architecture

ICE Krakow Congress Centre

This futuristic structure with a gleaming glass front is the city’s foremost venue for business conferences, concerts, theater performances and trade fairs.

ICE Krakow Congress Centre
Cloth Hall showing markets as well as a large group of people

Cloth Hall

The majestic centerpiece of Kraków's main square is a historic building with a busy market and an art gallery filled with Polish masterpieces.

Cloth Hall
Krakow Barbican which includes heritage elements

Kraków Barbican

Once responsible for protecting the city of Krakow, this bold structure is one of the best-preserved of its kind and is open for guided tours.

Kraków Barbican

 

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Day trip destinations from Wieliczka

Wawel Castle featuring a city, heritage architecture and château or palace

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wieliczka worth visiting?
Whether you want to enjoy the cultural attractions and local charm or sample regional foods and venture into nature, there are many things to do in Wieliczka.
How do I spend a day in Wieliczka?
Begin your day with a visit to Wawel Castle and Oskar Schindler Factory. Then, check out other parts of Wieliczka for a bite to eat and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Wieliczka?
The top tourist attraction in Wieliczka is Wawel Castle, so make sure to include it on your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Wieliczka?
Three days will give you enough time to check out many city sights, including Oskar Schindler Factory, Saltworks Castle and Wieliczka Salt Mine. The average stay in Wieliczka is three days. If you have the urge to extend your trip, Kraków isn't far away.
Is Wieliczka a walkable city?
If exploring on foot sounds like your type of holiday, Wieliczka is an ideal place to visit. Find leading sights, such as Saltworks Castle, a walkable distance from downtown. You can also enjoy a stroll around Biezanow - Prokocim, a vibrant neighbourhood located about 5 kilometres from the city centre.
What are some activities to do in Wieliczka with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all ages, here are some excellent ideas for what to do in Wieliczka with kids.

What to do in Wieliczka for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or outdoor explorer, there are lots of things to do in Wieliczka for adults including Podolski Boulevard and Jewish Cemetery.
Are there free things to do in Wieliczka?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Wieliczka. If you're looking for inspiration, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Sanctuary of Divine Mercy is a top spot for anyone planning to save on their sightseeing adventures.