Stare Podgórze Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Stare Podgórze
Popular places to visit
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 romantic area.
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.
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 churches in this romantic 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.
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.
Ghetto Heroes Square
Learn about the local history of Kraków with a stop at Ghetto Heroes Square. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this romantic area.
Activities
Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfer and Ticket
Auschwitz & Birkenau: Live-Guided Tour with Transportation and Hotel Pickup
Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp Memorial Tour
Cracow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum Guided Tour
Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau Live Guided Tour & Hotel Pick-up
Auschwitz Birkenau: Live-Guided Tour with Transportation and Hotel Pickup
Our pick of the best Stare Podgórze Hotel Deals
Qubus Hotel Krakow
Nice hotel with great food and friendly attentive staff. Close to the river and a tram stop. Old town about a 25 min walk or 5 mins on the tram.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Krakow
Yes
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Betmanowska Main Square Residence Adults Only
Staff are really helpful, bed was incredibly comfy, hotel is in the perfect location. Couldnt ask for a better hotel to stay in.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
All good
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Balthazar Design Hotel
Great hotel, staff, and location!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
1891 Garni Hotel
Room was comfortable, clean, and spacious. Staff was incredibly kind. Breakfast buffet 100% recommended. Early check in available for a small fee which was SO helpful after traveling 8 hours.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 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 Royal Road and Little Market Square.
Kraków Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Rynek Underground to St. Mary's Basilica – discover Kraków Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Kraków City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Gallery of 19th Century Polish Art in Sukiennice to Town Hall Tower – 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.
