Kraków in 2 days: what to see day by day
Ready-to-use 2 days itinerary for Kraków: 6 places grouped geographically into walking routes (12 h of pure visiting time) with opening hours and places to eat along the way.
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Day 1 · 6 h 15 min visiting · approx. 1.4 km walking between stops
- Wawel Cathedral — 1 h 30 min visit. Wawel Cathedral, a 14th-century Gothic temple, stands out as the only place of coronation and burial for Polish kings. Hours: Mon–Sat 06:30–17:00 · Sun 07:00–17:30 · Apr–Oct Mon–Sat 06:30–18:00 · Apr–Oct Sun 07:00–18:30.
- Wawel Royal Castle — 4 h visit (approx. 80 m from previous stop). The historic residence of Polish kings, a complex of a castle, cathedral, and fortifications, testifies to over a thousand years of Polish history.
- Barbican — 45 min visit (approx. 1.3 km from previous stop). Built in 1499, it is one of the best-preserved barbicans in Europe, with walls over three meters thick. Hours: Mon–Sun 10:30–18:00 · Nov–Mar closed.
Where to eat along the route (Day 1)
- Robimy to Nago — It serves Japanese cuisine, such as sushi and ramen, which distinguishes it from bistros and taverns with regional cuisine.
- Wierzynek — It is one of the oldest restaurants in Europe, where royal culinary traditions combine with a luxurious experience, unlike cafes.
Day 2 · 5 h 45 min visiting · approx. 1.6 km walking between stops
- Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary — 1 h 15 min visit. The Gothic temple dominating the Main Market Square is famous for its two unequal towers and the hourly St. Mary's Trumpet Call. Hours: Mon–Sat 11:30–18:00 · Sun 14:00–18:00.
- Czartoryski Museum in Krakow — 1 h 30 min visit (approx. 360 m from previous stop). Unlike the Royal Castle, this is where Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece – the famous "Lady with an Ermine" – is located. Hours: Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00.
- National Museum in Krakow — 3 h visit (approx. 1.3 km from previous stop). It presents the most comprehensive range of Polish and world art, from antiquity to modernity, in contrast to more thematic museums or sacred collections. Hours: Tue,Fri,Sat 10:00–19:00 · Mon closed · Wed,Thu,Sun 10:00–18:00.
Where to eat along the route (Day 2)
- Bistro "Pod Aniołkami" — It serves simple and hearty dishes at affordable prices, ideal for a quick lunch, unlike themed restaurants.
- Magia — It offers a cozy interior and a peaceful atmosphere for relaxing with coffee, unlike restaurants or noisy cafes.
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