7-Day Itinerary for Kraków

1. Day 1: Wawel Castle
   20-min walk (1 mile) from City Center

   Explore the castle's luxurious interiors, the Dragon's Den and enjoy the breathtaking view of the city.

2. Day 2: St. Mary's Basilica & Main Market Square
   10-min walk (0.5 miles) from Wawel Castle

   Marvel at the stunning altar, experience the hourly trumpeter's song and enjoy some traditional Polish snacks in the famous Main Market Square.

3. Day 3: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
   90-min bus ride from City Center

   Pay homage to the victims of the Holocaust and tour the camp with a knowledgeable guide.

4. Day 4: Wieliczka Salt Mine
   25-min train ride from City Center

   Descend into the salt mine and see impressive underground chambers carved from salt. Don't miss the stunning Chapel of St. Kinga.

5. Day 5: Kazimierz Jewish Quarter
   10-min walk (0.5 miles) from Wawel Castle

   Wander through the charming streets of the Jewish Quarter and visit the Old Synagogue and Remuh Synagogue Cemetery.

6. Day 6: Tatra Mountains & Zakopane
   2-hr bus ride from City Center

   Take a scenic hike in the beautiful Tatra Mountains or wander through the charming town of Zakopane.

7. Day 7: Nowa Huta & Schindler's Factory
   20-min tram ride from City Center

   Visit the fascinating communist-era town of Nowa Huta and learn about Schindler's List and Jewish life in Kraków during WWII at the famous Schindler's Factory Museum.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Wawel Castle (2-3 hours, Free entrance)
• St. Mary's Basilica & Main Market Square (2-3 hours, Free entrance)
• Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum (6-7 hours, 150 PLN)
• Wieliczka Salt Mine (4-5 hours, 109 PLN)
• Kazimierz Jewish Quarter (2-3 hours, Free entrance)
• Tatra Mountains & Zakopane (7-8 hours, 200 PLN)
• Nowa Huta & Schindler's Factory (4-5 hours, 75 PLN)

Total Estimated Costs: 734 PLN (approx. $190 USD)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Rynek Underground Exhibition or taking a day trip to the stunning Wawel Castle countryside.

If you have less time, we recommend skipping the Tatra Mountains or Nowa Huta and Schindler's Factory and adding another day to explore Krakow's charming Old Town.