Poland
Royal old town, legendary nightlife and great value
Kraków's vast medieval market square, Wawel Castle and the cellar bars of Kazimierz make it one of Europe's most-loved city breaks. Concerts at Tauron Arena draw international stars, and affordable prices leave plenty of budget for the rest of the weekend.
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The unmissables
Wawel Castle and Cathedral above the Vistula, best at sunset from the riverbank.
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An evening of bar-hopping in the cobbled streets of Kazimierz.
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St. Florian's Gate and the Barbican, the start of the Royal Route to the Main Market Square.
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Kraków was Poland's royal capital for over 500 years, and Polish kings were crowned and buried at Wawel Castle.
It escaped major destruction in World War II, so its medieval old town survives intact — one of the first sites ever placed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1978.
A braided ring-shaped bread sold from blue street carts.
Smoked sheep's cheese from the mountains, grilled with cranberry jam.
Polish sausage, best from the late-night vans by the Hala Targowa market.
Right by the Main Market Square and its endless cafés.
Historic Jewish quarter with the best bars and food scene.
Quieter riverside area, close to Kazimierz and good value.
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