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 stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Bednarski Park
You can take time to visit Bednarski Park during your travels to Kraków. Visit the churches and shops 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.
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 shops in this romantic 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 Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow
Krakow: Skip-the-Line Rynek Underground Museum Guided Tour
Auschwitz & Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Pickup from Krakow
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
AC Hotel by Marriott Krakow
Very clean and beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
Great breakfast Friendly staff Loved the room Loved the whole hotel
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
TRIBE Krakow Old Town
Great location and staff and hotel was excellent definitely would go back
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Balthazar Design Hotel
Great location, incredible breakfast, stylish room. Will go back.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 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.
