The Barbican is a circular marvel of the 15th century martial architecture with walls up to 3m thick, built in a Gothic style and surrounded by a 26m wide moat. It is the largest and best preserved bu...
Once a major centre of trade, now the best place to buy souvenirs located in the middle of the biggest market square in Europe.
Part of the 2nd oldest Central European university. Built in 1400.
One of the oldest museums in Poland, houses a vast collection of European 13th to 17th century paintings including Da Vinci's 'Lady with an Ermine'.
One of the biggest and the most important church in Krakow, built in the 16th century. The impressive Gothic architecture includes many spires and a large ornate altar.
The best example of social realism in architecture.
The City Hall ranks with the most ancient Jewish places of worship in Europe. Nowadays it is a museum of Jewish culture.
To the south of the city is Wawel Hill. At the top of the hill is the Castle, once home to the Kings of Poland for over 500 years. Within the castle walls is a cathedral with its Royal Tombs and a str...
