Holidays to Krakow

In any shake up of most attractive East European cities, Krakow would always feature somewhere in the upper reaches of the list. Why? This city' ranks with Prague and Vienna for sheer beauty, yet still remains blissfully free of mass tourism.

That the city survived the Second World War more-or-less intact goes some way to explaining why it's head and shoulders above other destinations. Its assembly of historic buildings and monuments are ranked by UNESCO as one of the world's top 12 historic gems.

The old town, Stare Miasto, centres on the perfect geometry of the Rynek Glowny, the town square. From here, a roll-call of Renaissance and Gothic structures opens out. The Sukiennice, the imposing cloth hall, is one of the grandest sights in the city. Take a seat in one of the square's delightful cafes and see if you can count all the gargolyes before you've finished your latte.

Shoppers will appreciate Poland's keen prices - even the swanky stores along the ul Florianska offer good value. For the best view in town, head out to Wawel Hill and, more specifically, to the cathedral's Zygmunstowska Tower. For five hundred years this area was home to the country's political and religious leaders and, today, still feels regal and removed from the bustle of downtown Krakow.

Despite the grandeur and the gargoyles, Krakow's a youthful place - its popular university sees to that. Weekend breaks to Krakow effortlessly combine world-class sightseeing and sociable nights out in the city's decent restaurants and buzzing bars. 

Amadeus
	Rating VVVV Board Basis Bed and Breakfast In the heart of Krakow's Old Town, close to the main market square, the charming Amadeus is housed within the walls of an historic building. The hotel has just 22 en-suite rooms ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Campanile Krakow
	Rating VVV Board Basis Bed and Breakfast This delightful hotel enjoys an excellent position overlooking the trees encircling the Old Town and is just a few minutes' walk from Krakow's main market square. All 106 inviting ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Chopin
	Rating VV Board Basis The Chopin is situated just outside the gates of the Old City walls and near to the main train station. The hotel offers simple accommodation and is only a short tram ride from the ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Novotel Krakow Centrum
	Rating VVVV Board Basis Bed and Breakfast This very comfortable hotel has an excellent location within a short walking distance of the Old Town and Wawel Castle and is situated beside the River Wisla. All of the 198 rooms ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Radisson SAS Krakow
	Rating VVVV Board Basis Bed and Breakfast This modern international hotel is close to the historic heart of Krakow, just a few minutes' walk from the main Market Square and Wawel Castle. The 196 modern rooms offer ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Sheraton Hotel Krakow
	Rating VVVVV Board Basis Bed and Breakfast In a picturesque location close to Wawel Castle and on the bank of the Wisla, the Sheraton is Krakow's first five-star international hotel. Inside there is a spectacular atrium with ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

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