Know before you go: Krakow

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• Visa3 tips
  • Visa-free up to 90 days for many passports
  • Poland is part of the Schengen Area
• Safety1 tip
  • Safe for most travellers
  • The usual city care in crowds
• Money2 tips
  • The currency is PLN (zł)
  • A day costs about $120 mid-range
• Getting around1 tip
  • Krakow's city center is highly walkable
  • Public transport
• When to go2 tips
  • Best months
  • Our guide rates January
• Language1 tip
  • Polish is spoken here
  • A greeting
• Good to know4 tips
  • Purchase a Krakow Card for free public transport
  • Explore the Jewish Quarter (Kazimierz) on foot to discover its unique atmosphere
• Crowds1 tip
  • High crowds in season
  • Go early to the big sights