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Swiatniki Gorne must see attractions

1. Main Market Square

Search for clothes and jewelry in a 700-year-old shopping center, tour ancient churches and climb to the top of a Gothic tower at Kraków’s Main Market Square. This 13th-century plaza is one of the largest medieval squares in Europe. It is surrounded by traditional Flemish houses and is home to some of the city's most important historical buildings.
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Main Market Square showing outdoor eating

2. Wieliczka Salt Mine

Visit Wieliczka Salt Mine and stand beneath the glittering chandeliers in the Chapel of St. Kinga. You might imagine you are in one of Europe’s great cathedrals. The fact that you are underground and almost all the reliefs, statues and chandeliers are made from salt makes the spectacle even more impressive. Explore the saline labyrinth further to discover an underground lake, numerous carvings and a museum tracking the 700-year history of the mine.
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Wieliczka Salt Mine featuring heritage elements

3. Wawel Castle

Explore the former bedchambers and staterooms in Wawel Castle. See Flemish tapestries and paintings by Rubens. Head to the Treasury to view collections of armor and royal jewelry and explore the castle’s past in an exhibit dedicated to archaeological finds in and around the grounds. Visit a cave where legend says a dragon once lived or relax with a stroll around the Royal Garden.
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Wawel castle in Krakow, Poland

4. Oskar Schindler Factory

Oskar Schindler’s Factory is a moving museum in central Krakow that is dedicated to communicating the plight of Jewish families during the Holocaust. Listen to radio excerpts announcing Nazi propaganda and imagine how it must have felt to be one of the Jewish workers in Oskar Schindler’s Factory in wartime Krakow. Read extracts from letters and diaries. Photographs and reconstructed scenes of daily life help to paint a vivid picture of what life would have been like for many families in Poland.
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Oskar Schindler Factory

5. St. Mary's Basilica

St. Mary’s Basilica is known for its altarpiece depicting scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary. Let the trumpet that calls every hour from the top of St. Mary’s Basilica lure you across Krakow’s main market square to the doors of the basilica. Many legends surround this building. Study the intricately carved scenes on the wooden altarpiece before climbing the tower for one of the best views of the city.
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St. Mary\'s Basilica featuring street scenes, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

6. ICE Krakow Congress Centre

ICE Kraków Congress Centre is a multipurpose complex for business, cultural and entertainment events. With 395,250 square feet (36,720 square meters) of space, the convention center can host a range of activities for large audience numbers. The name ICE is an acronym of International Conferences and Entertainment. Attend an event here and make use of state-of-the-art facilities set within a spectacular contemporary building.
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Krakow which includes modern architecture

7. Cloth Hall

The Cloth Hall is one of the oldest shopping malls in the world and an architectural gem. Within its magnificent walls are stalls filled with souvenirs and trinkets, including folk costumes, jewelry and many other types of hand-crafted objects.
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Cloth Hall showing night scenes and outdoor eating

Recommended things to do in Swiatniki Gorne

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What to do in Swiatniki Gorne

 

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Main Market Square which includes outdoor art and street scenes

Main Market Square

Spend some time in a large medieval square that is filled with restaurants, cafés and magnificent buildings that are hundreds of years old.

Main Market Square
Wieliczka Salt Mine featuring heritage elements

Wieliczka Salt Mine

Chapels carved entirely from salt, an underground lake and a museum make up this internationally protected World Heritage listed salt mine.

Wieliczka Salt Mine
Wawel Castle

Wawel Castle

See the coronation sword of Polish kings, opulent royal apartments, Renaissance paintings and an underground cave system at Krakow’s biggest castle.

Wawel Castle
Oskar Schindler Factory

Oskar Schindler Factory

Gain an insight into what it was like to live in wartime Krakow in the factory made famous by the Hollywood movie Schindler’s List.

Oskar Schindler Factory
Krakow which includes signage, a city and modern architecture

Royal Road

You can find out about the history of Kraków with a visit to Royal Road. Make time for the shops and local tours in this family-friendly area.

Royal Road
St. Mary\'s Basilica featuring street scenes, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

St. Mary's Basilica

Discover the many legends that surround this Gothic church and see the stunning 15th-century altarpiece in its colorful interior.

St. Mary's Basilica
Krakow showing modern architecture

ICE Krakow Congress Centre

This futuristic structure with a gleaming glass front is the city’s foremost venue for business conferences, concerts, theater performances and trade fairs.

ICE Krakow Congress Centre
Cloth Hall featuring markets as well as a large group of people

Cloth Hall

The majestic centerpiece of Kraków's main square is a historic building with a busy market and an art gallery filled with Polish masterpieces.

Cloth Hall
Krakow Barbican featuring heritage elements

Kraków Barbican

Take a tour of the structure that once ensured Krakow’s safety and is today the best-preserved barbican in Europe.

Kraków Barbican

 

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Wawel Castle showing a castle, heritage architecture and a city

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Krakow which includes interior views, heritage architecture and art

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Frequently asked questions

Is Swiatniki Gorne worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to enjoy the local charm and cultural highlights or try regional foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Swiatniki Gorne.
How do I spend a day in Swiatniki Gorne?
Begin your day with a visit to Wawel Castle and Oskar Schindler Factory. Then, check out different areas of Swiatniki Gorne for a bite to eat and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Swiatniki Gorne?
The top tourist attraction in Swiatniki Gorne is Wawel Castle, so don't forget to include it on your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Swiatniki Gorne?
Three days in Swiatniki Gorne is enough to enjoy the city's leading attractions. Many travelers spend three days on average. Saltworks Castle, Wieliczka Salt Mine and Sanctuary of Divine Mercy are top-rated sights. Want to see more? Hang around a while longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Kraków.
What are some activities to do in Swiatniki Gorne with kids?
Whether you're traveling with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, a schedule filled with fun activities makes all the difference. Check out our ideas for what to do in Swiatniki Gorne with kids.

What to do in Swiatniki Gorne for adults?
Podolski Boulevard and Jewish Cemetery are just a couple of the things to do in Swiatniki Gorne. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Swiatniki Gorne?
From checking out parks to strolling around exciting neighborhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Swiatniki Gorne. If you're stuck for ideas, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Sanctuary of Divine Mercy is a must for anyone planning to save on their sightseeing adventures.