Krakow Travel Tips: What to Know Before You Go

Practical tips for Krakow

• Book Auschwitz entry 3+ months ahead — free ticket but timed slots sell out fast in summer.

• Beware overpriced-drink 'stag party' bars on Floriańska + Szewska — bill scams enforced by bouncers.

• Rynek Underground Museum (medieval city under the square) PLN32 — book online, closed 2nd Monday of month.

Staying safe and comfortable

Local emergency number: 112.

• Very safe city — normal Old Town pickpocket awareness.

• Only use marked taxis or Uber/Bolt from Balice — unmarked cars overcharge 3x.

• Emergency 112.

Visas and entry

Entry policy: mixed, typically up to 90 days. Schengen — 90/180 for most nationalities.

Budgeting your trip

Accommodation is the largest controllable cost in Krakow. Compare live rates for your dates and neighbourhood shortlist before locking in flights — the difference between areas is often larger than the difference between travel weeks.