Podgorze Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Oskar Schindler Factory
This factory, made famous by the Hollywood movie Schindler’s List, shows what life was like for a Jewish person working in a factory in World War II.
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.
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.
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.
Kraków Ghetto Wall
Learn about the local history of Kraków with a stop at Kraków Ghetto Wall. 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.
Activities
Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau Live Guided Tour & Hotel Pick-up
Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial Guided Tour from Krakow
Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfer and Ticket
Krakow Schindler's Factory Guided Tour with Admission Ticket
Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow
Our pick of the best Podgorze Hotel Deals
Qubus Hotel Krakow
"All superb from arrival to departure.Excellent breakfast"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Lwowska 1
"Nice place. Tasty Breakfast Nice stay in Kraków."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Krakow
"The staff were very nice and the cleaners were outstanding. The problem was noise every night outside the room. And the trash and recycling bins were just under my window. It was extremely noisy every morning at 6am, and there was no privacy on the first floor if i opened the drapes. The driveway ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
1891 Garni Hotel
"I loved this place. Would definitely stay again. Very quiet, despite being in the delightful Jewish Quarter. So many places to eat with outdoor seating, bars with courtyards, etc. Went to a great restaurant Ariel in the Jewish Square (highly recommend the beef soup with honey and cinnamon - yes I ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
"We had an AMAZING time in Krakow and I loved every moment of our stay at PURO. We loved the location (quiet but not too far from anything), the staff could not have been more helpful or friendly and the room and amenities were excellent. I cannot wait to stay again 😊"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hyatt Place Krakow
"Clean room comfortable beds and breakfast was good."
Reviewed on 29 May 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 M1 Shopping Center or Park Lotnikow Polskich.
Grzegorzki
Unique features of Grzegorzki include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by New Jewish Cemetery or Galeria Kazimierz 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 Tadeusz Pankiewicz’s Pharmacy in Krakow Ghetto.
Kazimierz
Kazimierz is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Corpus Christi Basilica and Ethnographic Museum while you're in town.
Wesola
Travellers like the parks in Wesola, and Galeria Krakówska 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.
