Stare Podgórze Travel Guide
Kraków
Visit Stare Podgórze
Popular places to visit
Father Bernatka Footbridge
Enjoy views along the Vistula River from this modern bridge, which connects the historical district of Kazimierz with the former independent city of Podgórze.
Cricoteka
You can browse the exhibits at Cricoteka, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kraków. Discover the fascinating museums and churches in this culturally rich area.
Bednarski Park
You can take time to visit Bednarski Park during your travels to Kraków. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this romantic area.
Kraków Ghetto Wall
Learn about the local history of Kraków with a stop at Kraków Ghetto Wall. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this family-friendly area.
Tadeusz Pankiewicz’s Pharmacy in Krakow Ghetto
You can browse the exhibits at Tadeusz Pankiewicz’s Pharmacy in Krakow Ghetto, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Kraków. Discover the fascinating museums and churches in this family-friendly area.
St. Joseph's Church
You can learn about the history of Kraków with a visit to St. Joseph's Church. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Ticket Hotel Pickup Small Van
Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial Guided Tour from Krakow
Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau Live Guided Tour & Hotel Pick-up
Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow
Krakow: Skip-the-Line Rynek Underground Museum Guided Tour
Top hotels in Stare Podgórze
Qubus Hotel Krakow
We chose this hotel, in part, because of the facilities (swimming pool specifically) and were not disappointed. We paid for a river view and were very glad we had. Waking up each day to the sight of the river and the old town beyond with Wawel Castle, St Mary's Bascilica and other visible landmarks ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Lwowska 1
Nice apart-hotel, in walking distance to old town (10-15 mins). Good restaurant, clean and quiet rooms, good bed, great shower. The only con - check in at 15:00
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
XERION HOTEL
The staff were fabulous and all fluent in English, all friendly and helpful and kind. What a welcoming place! The hotel is close to a tram station so it’s easy to get to the centre, but the price is amazing— I had a lovely few days.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Krakow
Absolutely fantastic hotel, all facilities were amazing. There was even a Nespresso machine in the room, and if you ran out of pods there was a free coffee machine downstairs! We got a free little cake delivered to our room on our last night which was a lovely touch. A stay that won’t be ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
The hotel and staff were amazing! The food was absolutely excellent. I was fortunate enough to pre-pay for the breakfast buffet from the duration of my day which I must say was probably the best breakfast buffet I’ve ever had any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. I did have dinner one night and it was once ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
TRIBE Krakow Old Town
Loved the friendly staff and the cool vibe of the hotel!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Stare Podgórze
Kazimierz
Kazimierz is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Corpus Christi Basilica and Galicia Jewish Museum while you're in town.
Stradom
If you're spending some time in Stradom, Aquarium and Natural History Museum and Dzok Monument are top sights worth seeing.
Wesoła Zachód
While there might not be top attractions in Wesoła Zachód, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Main Market Square and Royal Road.
Kraków Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Main Market Square to Rynek Underground – discover Kraków Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Kraków City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Main Market Square to Kraków Philharmonic – discover Kraków City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Wesola
Travellers like the parks in Wesola, and Kraków Opera is a top attraction you might want to visit.
