an 11-minute walk from krakow lagiewniki train station, this understated guesthouse with an annex is 5 km from the museum of contemporary art in krakow and 6 km from wawel castle. . studios offer kitchenettes and sleep up to 6 guests. the airy, casual rooms and studios come with internet access and flat-screen tvs. breakfast is available for a fee, and parking is complimentary John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport 22 min
Kościuszko Mound (17 min) Artificial mound built in 1820 to commemorate Tadeusz Kosciuszko, a recently deceased military hero. Kraków Barbican (23 min) Defense gateway from 1490s, once linked to the city walls, now part of the city's Historical Museum. The Cloth Hall (18 min) Renaissance-style market arcade with 13th-century origins & a 19th-century Polish art museum. National Museum in Krakow (18 min) 3 permanent galleries displaying artworks & historical artifacts from Poland & elsewhere in Europe. Wawel Cathedral (19 min) Coronation site of the Polish monarchs, with visits to the Sigismund Bell, royal tombs & museum. Krakow Planty (20 min) 4km chain of gardens with walkways, trees & lawns encircling the historic centre of Kraków. Wieliczka Salt Mine (16 min) Underground tunnels & mine with chapels, chambers & saline lakes, plus themed tours for all ages. Wawel Royal Castle (18 min) Fortified hilltop castle, initiated in the 14th century & prettified in a variety of later styles. Town Hall Tower (18 min) Restoration of 14th-century tower built as part of the city hall & containing city history exhibits. Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory (18 min) Renovated former administrative office of Schindler, who saved local Jews during Nazi occupation. Old Synagogue (21 min) Restored synagogue dating from the 15th century housing a museum of Krakow Jewish culture & history. Rynek Główny (18 min) Large medieval town square, dating to the 13th century, surrounded by palaces & churches. St. Florian's Gate (23 min) Medieval Gothic gate tower dating from the 14th century & adjoining the city's fortified walls. St. Mary's Basilica (27 min) Roman Catholic basilica with a carved altarpiece & hourly trumpet calls from the Gothic watchtower. Smok Wawelski (18 min) Fire breathing statue located near to the home of a legendary dragon that is steeped in folklore. |