Three-Day Sightseeing Tour from Krakow: Exploring Nearby Gems

Day 1: Arrival and settle

Krakow, Poland on June 9, 2025

11:40am

Arrival at Krakow Airport

Land at John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport and proceed to your accommodation in the city center for check-in and rest.
PLN0, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Szara Gęś

Enjoy traditional Polish cuisine with a modern twist at Szara Gęś, located in the historic Main Square. They serve from 12pm to 11pm.
PLN60, 1h0m

3:00pm

Stroll through the Main Market Square

Take a relaxing walk around Krakow’s vibrant Main Market Square, the largest medieval square in Europe, surrounded by beautiful historic buildings.
PLN0, 1h30m

5:00pm

Dinner at Pod Aniołami

Dine at Pod Aniołami, a charming cellar restaurant serving hearty Polish meals with a historic atmosphere, open until 10pm.
PLN80, 1h30m
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Day 2: Wieliczka Salt Mine visit

Wieliczka, Poland on June 13, 2025

3:30pm

Visit Wieliczka Salt Mine

Explore the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine with its stunning underground chapels and salt sculptures. Guided tours finish around 5:30pm, so plan an afternoon visit after work.
PLN100, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Karczma Halit

Enjoy traditional Polish dishes in a rustic setting near the Salt Mine. Open till 9pm, perfect for an early dinner after your tour.
PLN70, 1h0m

8:00pm

Return to Krakow

Take a taxi or local transport back to Krakow and rest for the next day.
PLN50, 0h30m
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Day 3: Day trip to Zakopane

Zakopane, Poland on June 14, 2025

7:00am

Departure to Zakopane

Start early from Krakow by train or private transfer to Zakopane, the Tatra Mountains’ resort town famous for stunning scenery and wooden architecture. Travel time is about 2h30m.
PLN60, 2h30m

10:00am

Explore Krupówki Street

Walk along the bustling main street of Zakopane, full of shops, cafes, and local crafts. A great place to soak in the mountain town atmosphere.
PLN0, 1h0m

11:00am

Take the cable car to Gubałówka Hill

Enjoy panoramic views of the Tatras from the Gubałówka cable car. The cable car operates from 9am to 7pm.
PLN40, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Karczma Po Zbóju

Taste traditional highlander cuisine with specialties like oscypek cheese in a cozy mountain tavern.
PLN60, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Tatra Museum

Learn about the natural history and culture of the Tatra region. The museum is open from 9am to 4pm.
PLN30, 1h0m

4:30pm

Return to Krakow

Travel back to Krakow to rest.
PLN60, 2h30m
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Day 4: Day trip to Oświęcim (Auschwitz)

Oświęcim, Poland on June 15, 2025

3:30pm

Guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum

After work, visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial for a sobering and important historical experience. Tours generally end by 7pm; pre-booking a late guided tour is recommended.
PLN50, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner near Oświęcim

Dine at Restauracja Żydowski Kocioł, offering local and Jewish-inspired dishes, open till 9pm.
PLN70, 1h0m

8:30pm

Return to Krakow

Travel back to Krakow to prepare for departure the next morning.
PLN60, 1h0m
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Day 5: Departure

Krakow, Poland on June 16, 2025

3:30am

Airport transfer

Leave early from your accommodation to Krakow Airport for your 5:35am flight.
PLN80, 1h0m
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