Things to do in Raciechowice

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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 featuring outdoor art and street scenes

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

3. 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

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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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.

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 which includes a statue or sculpture, a square or plaza and street scenes

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 showing 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 featuring markets as well as a large group of people

What to do in Raciechowice

Popular places to visit

Main Market Square featuring 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
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
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
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 featuring signage, a city and modern architecture

Royal Road

You can learn about the history of Kraków with a stop at Royal Road. Make time for the shops and local tours in this family-friendly area.

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

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 showing 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
Wawel Castle featuring a city, heritage architecture and château or palace

Kraków

Frequently asked questions

Is Raciechowice worth visiting?
Raciechowice offers an interesting mix of local charm, culture and attractions. Whether you're into history, nature or regional cuisine, there's a lot you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Raciechowice?
Tadeusz Banachiewicz Astronomical Observatory and Dobczyckie Lake are two good places to begin your holiday adventures. Be sure to check out the retail and dining options in Raciechowice while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Raciechowice?
Tadeusz Banachiewicz Astronomical Observatory is one of the top tourist attractions in Raciechowice and deserves a spot on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Raciechowice?
Three days is enough for a quick escape to Raciechowice — you'll hit the main spots and get a good feel for the place. But if you want to truly experience it all, hang around for at least a week or more to check out some hidden gems too.
What are some activities to do in Raciechowice with kids?
Deciding what to do in Raciechowice with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're taking a trip with teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly tours and activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Raciechowice for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Raciechowice, with activities for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to Wiśniowa Synagogue.
Are there free things to do in Raciechowice?
In Raciechowice, Dobczyckie Lake is a popular spot for anyone looking to enjoy the city without taking their wallet out. Also, wander around the parks and other neighbourhoods, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. It's a simple way to find out about the best free things to do in Raciechowice.