Krakow: Vacation Apartments and Holiday Homes

In the immediate vicinity of Krakow are the Muzeum Historyczne Podziemia Rynku, the Barbican – a Gothic defensive structure from the 15th century –, Wawel and Kraków – Zamek Królewski na Wawelu. The museum is suited to an interest in Krakow's cultural history. Also in the immediate vicinity are “Kraków. Grota Twardowskiego”, “Kraków. Jaskinia Jasna”, “Kraków. Jaskinia Żydowska” and Krakus Mound. For culture enthusiasts who would like to rent a vacation apartment in Krakow, the city's museums and historical sites are the main attractions.

Culture and Cityscape

Krakow's Main Market Square combines almost ten centuries of architectural history with Gothic towers, Renaissance buildings and townhouses.

The museum in Oskar Schindler's original enamel factory presents Krakow's wartime history and is connected with authentic locations used in Schindler's List.

Krakow's Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and includes the Main Market Square, St. Mary's Basilica and the Cloth Hall.

Historical Context

Auschwitz-Birkenau is located 70 km from Krakow and provides historical context on the Second World War.

Cuisine

Obwarzanek is described as a traditional Krakow bagel.

City Life

Wawel Castle served as a royal residence and now houses a museum. Krakow's Kazimierz district is associated with historic synagogues, art, cafés, galleries and nightlife.

Nature and Activities

Las Wolski in Krakow's Zwierzyniec district is described as a recreation area associated with walking and climbing. The specific connection with walking and climbing suits a corresponding travel interest.

In addition, you can visit the destination pages for Trojanowice, Przybysławice, Szczyglice, Modlniczka, Czernichów, Modlnica, Wielka Wieś and Libertów.

To the higher-level travel overview: Krakow.