Krakow - Viewpoints of the City and Beyond
What can you see from Krakow? Of course, Krakow itself, but not only that! Discover with us the most beautiful and interesting viewpoints in Krakow: both the historic Old Town, the entire city, and its surroundings, all the way to the Tatra Mountains!
Viewpoints of the Old Town in Krakow
If you want to see the historic center of Krakow from above, you can go to the viewing terrace in the Cloth Hall (free!), the tower of St. Mary's Basilica, or the Town Hall Tower:
Climbing the steep steps to the Town Hall Tower will require the most effort, but it's really worth it! Note: entrance is paid, and the tower is closed in the winter season.
Town Hall Tower in the Market Square in Krakow
Town Hall Tower in Krakow. The brick tower standing in the market square is a remnant of the old town hall building, which housed the city council, office, and even a granary. ...
Interesting views also await you on Wawel Hill, for example, from the window near the Sigismund Bell or from the royal gardens (entrance is paid).
From the viewing terrace on Wawel Hill above the Vistula River, you can see St. Bronisława Hill with Kościuszko Mound, Wolski Forest, Piłsudski Mound, and even the towers of the Camaldolese Monastery in Bielany.
Unusual viewpoints also include the "Balloon Viewing Platform" and the "Cracow Eye" Ferris wheel located by the Vistula River.
The Most Beautiful View of the Old Town in Krakow
Although a bit "from a distance," but with the possibility of a picnic and a break from the city hustle, is the Krakus Mound. From here, you can see all the towers of Krakow's Old Town - how many can you recognize?
Krakus Mound and Liban Quarry
Krakus Mound is a proposal for a family walk and a magnificent viewpoint of the Old Town in Krakow. ...
Krakow's Mounds
A bit further from the city center are more of Krakow's mounds: Kościuszko Mound on Sowiniec and Piłsudski Mound in Wolski Forest (the neglected Wanda Mound is in Nowa Huta and unfortunately, there's not much to see from it...).
View from Kościuszko Mound
Kościuszko Mound rises on St. Bronisława Hill above Krakow's Błonia. From the viewpoint on the mound, you can see the entire city! Note: entrance is paid! The ticket includes access to the mound and a visit to the Kościuszko Museum, the Krakow Fortress exhibition, and the wax figures exhibition.
Kościuszko Mound - Viewpoint and Museum
Kościuszko Mound is a unique tourist attraction that combines history, nature, and a chance for a family walk. ...
View from Piłsudski Mound
Entrance to the mound is free. At its base, there is a large picnic meadow with a playground (unfortunately, without views). The easiest way to get here is from the Zoo or one of the many trails:
The youngest of Krakow's mounds is on Sowiniec. Did you know that it's the highest point in Krakow? From Piłsudski Mound, you can see the entire green sea of Wolski Forest at your feet, a horizon full of mountains, and even the Balice airport area - a great observation point for airplane enthusiasts!
Piłsudski Mound in Wolski Forest
The highest of the mounds in Krakow: the Piłsudski Mound on Sowińiec (also known as the Independence Mound in honor of Józef Piłsudski) ...
Where in Krakow Can You See the Tatra Mountains?
Maybe even from your window? Yes, some lucky people can! But if you're not one of them or want to go for a city picnic with a view of the mountains, we have a few ideas for you.
You can definitely see the Tatra Mountains from the tops of the mounds: Kościuszko and Piłsudski, but also from many other, not so high points.
The Most Beautiful Viewpoint in Krakow
In our opinion, the number one viewpoint in Krakow is the clearing on Sikornik. In good weather, you can see a wide panorama of the Beskid ranges, from Beskid Wyspowy, Gorce, Beskid Makowski, Mały, and Żywiecki, with the Tatra Mountains reigning over them, and to the west, the massif of the Beskid queen: Babia Góra.
Uroczysko Sikornik - attractions and curiosities
Uroczysko Sikornik is located in the western part of Krakow, between the Rudawa Valley and Błonia to the north, and the Vistula River to the south. It is a forest full of walking paths and picnic clearings, as well as a beautiful viewpoint to the south. ...
Unknown Viewpoints in Krakow
In the city, you will also find many unobvious, unusual, and unknown viewpoints. One of them is Zakrzówek and the Twardowski Rocks Nature Reserve:
Twardowski Rocks Wilderness
Twardowski Rocks Wilderness When entering the Twardowski Rocks Wilderness from Tyniecka Street (at the Skały Twardowskiego ...
Also, the hill above Bronowice, from which you can see the city at the foot of the Sowiniec Range and the Sikornik Nature Reserve with Kościuszko Mound:
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From Bronowice to the Cross under Lipka
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