Podgorze Travel Guide
Kraków
Popular places to visit
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.
Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow
Exhibitions of works by modern artists, such as Krystian Lupa and Wilhelm Sasnal, decorate the halls of this avant-garde building.
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.
Plaszow Concentration Camp
You can study the exhibits at Plaszow Concentration Camp, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Kraków. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this family-friendly 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.
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 Podgorze
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
Sauna and steam room for free guests was excellent. Gym equipment was a bit sparse. Breakfast buffet was well worth the money. Room was spacious. Sadly on 2 of my 4 days some idiots burnt their food cooking causing two unwelcome early morning wake ups. Location was as indicated. All in all worth ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 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
Happy
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Podgorze
Czyzyny
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Czyzyny. You might want to make time for a stop at Park Lotnikow Polskich or Tauron Arena Kraków.
Grzegorzki
Unique features of Grzegorzki include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Galeria Kazimierz or New Jewish Cemetery while you're exploring the area.
Stare Podgórze
While visiting Stare Podgórze, you might make a stop by sights like St. Joseph's Church and Father Bernatka Footbridge.
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.
Wesola
Travellers like the parks in Wesola, and Kraków Opera is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
