Flights to Krakow

UK Nationals

UK citizens must have a passport, but no visa is required for up to 90 days. Passport endorsed British Citizens, European Communities, British Dependent Territories Citizens or British Subjects only need a passport.

Other Nationalities

For foreign nationals, please check the Schengen Visa Info website.

Things to do and places of interest in Krakow

Krakow is a beautiful and fascinating city known for its splendid architecture, priceless historical monuments and treasures of art.

• The Royal Castle on Wavel Hill has stately halls and chambers displaying exquisite period furniture, priceless art, and rare, ancient objects.
• The Wavel Cathedral which is Poland’s national shrine includes 18 chapels with true architectural masterpieces. The giant bell Zygmunt ranks amongst the world’s largest.
• Grand Square is one of the most beautiful plazas and the largest amongst all medieval European cities. It boasts of a plethora of landmarks as well as restaurants, clubs and cafés.
• The 42-foot-high and 36-foot-wide Veit Stoss’ magnum opus is the largest Gothic sculpture in the world.
• The scenic Kanonicza Street lined with Renaissance houses is one of the finest streets in Europe.
• Krakow hosts several UNESCO World Heritage sites in its vicinity, such as the Krakow Old Town Historical District, the Wieliczka Salt Mine, Auschwitz, Cavalry Sanctuary in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska on the outskirts of Krakow, and the Wooden architecture route.
• Krakow’s Window of Awe is the world’s greatest stained glass window above the entrance to the basilica of St. Francis on Franciszkanska street.

 

Tips and tricks for visiting Krakow

Say ‘smachnago’ (a Polish equivalent of ‘bon appétit’) before eating, and ‘na zdrowie’ (cheers) before drinking, to blend in with the locals. Casual wear is acceptable for most social occasions, but the norm is to dress up for evening entertainment, dining out, opera, theatre, etc. As you explore the city on foot, beware of pickpockets in any crowded place; especially during travel on public transport. You must also watch your luggage closely.

Almost every day of the week, you are likely to find an array of events to choose from, be it a music concert, an exhibition, a sporting event, or a festival. Krakow’s lively club scene includes jazz, hip-hop, funky, techno and traditional rock. Opera Krakowska’s modern playhouse at 48 Lubicz street hosts opera and ballet performances twice a week from October through June. The Krakow Arena with a capacity of 15000 people hosts several mass audience musical events as well.