{"id":2744,"date":"2024-01-31T10:13:54","date_gmt":"2024-01-31T09:13:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/grandascot.pl\/?post_type=blog_&#038;p=2744"},"modified":"2025-10-30T20:02:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T19:02:18","slug":"how-to-spend-winter-in-krakow","status":"publish","type":"blog_","link":"https:\/\/grandascot.pl\/en\/blog\/how-to-spend-winter-in-krakow\/","title":{"rendered":"How to spend winter in Krak\u00f3w?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p lang=\"en\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Most tourists choose to visit Krak\u00f3w in late spring, summer and early autumn. Meanwhile, <strong>the charm of many Polish cities can also be found in winter<\/strong>. This is no different in the case of Krak\u00f3w, which all year round tempts visitors with its rich cultural and entertainment offers. It is worth coming here for the winter holidays, and &#8211; without unnecessary crowds and long queues &#8211; see what the colder season in Ma\u0142opolska looks like.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading\" lang=\"pl\">Winter attractions in Krak\u00f3w \u2013 the most beautiful Christmas market<\/h2>\n<p lang=\"en\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Winter is the time when many Polish cities organize Christmas markets just before the holiday season. And so is Krak\u00f3w with its Christmas market &#8211; the oldest and most famous event of its kind in Poland. During the fair located on the Main Market Square, you can purchase many products including local specialties, handcrafted wood and wool products showcasing the region. It is worth to try some local dishes like the grilled <em>oscypek<\/em> cheese, drink aromatic warm mulled wine called <em>grzaniec<\/em> or sweeten your life with the famous Christmas cake with walnuts and jam called <em>przekladaniec krakowski<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">The biggest attraction of the Krak\u00f3w Christmas market however, is the carolers show. Walking through streets of the Main Square, you can also admire the competition of Christmas <em>szopki<\/em> also known as Christmas cribs. Each year Krakowians of all ages participate in a competition to create the most beautiful szopki, and the most beautiful ones are then put on a display in store and restaurant windows. An interesting attraction is also a living nativity scene arranged every year next to the Franciscan church. The fair in Krak\u00f3w usually starts at the end of November and lasts until the end of Christmas.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading\" lang=\"pl\">Winter break in Krak\u00f3w \u2013 outdoor activities<\/h2>\n<p lang=\"en\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Winter in Krak\u00f3w can be also great for those who like outdoor activities. Winter sports fans will also find something for themselves. Skating is an activity that will not only help you warm up on a cold day, but will also be a great fun for the whole family or a group of friends. Ice-Park Krak\u00f3w is a beautiful outdoor ice skating rink in Park Jordana. Ice rinks under the open sky are also located near the Nowohucki Cultural Center, the Main Station, Wola Justowska, Tauron Arena and Cracovia stadium.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading\" lang=\"pl\">Discover the history and traditions of Ma\u0142opolska<\/h2>\n<p lang=\"en\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">The winter aura is ideal for walks in Krak\u00f3w. This is a great opportunity to get acquainted with the rich offer of Krak\u00f3w&#8217;s museums. If you came to Krak\u00f3w only for the weekend, you do not have to move far from the Main Market Square. In the area you will find an underground historical museum, the entrance of which is located in Cloth Halls. In the unique underground of the Market Square you can get acquainted with the ancient history of Krak\u00f3w. You will see not only the building foundations and sections of 11th and 12th-century roads, but also everyday objects that were used in the Middle Ages.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading\" lang=\"pl\">Winter in Krak\u00f3w \u2013 visiting Wawel<\/h2>\n<p lang=\"en\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">During your visit to Krak\u00f3w, you can\u2019t miss to see the Cathedral and the Wawel Royal Castle. The castle is located on the left bank of the Vistula River. It is open to the public throughout the year, however, opening hours are usually shorter during the winter. Please check the information available on the Wawel\u2019s website in advance.<br \/>\nThe Royal Castle for centuries was the headquarters of the Polish kings, which due to numerous looting, marches of foreign troops and fires was repeatedly rebuilt. This fact is confirmed by the multitude of architectural styles that come from many historical eras. At the Royal Castle you can visit the representative royal chambers created from the State Art Collections and private royal suites. The attraction of the castle is also the old armory and the Crown Treasury, presenting souvenirs left over from the dynasties of Polish kings.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">While on Wawel, you can also visit the nearby Cathedral, which together with the Royal Castle forms the entire historic complex. It features a historical museum, the famous Zygmund Bell and the Royal Tombs.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>If you are travelling with children, it is also worth going to the area of the Wawel Dragon.<\/strong> You can end your tour with a charming walk on the Vistula River, not forgetting to visit one of the atmospheric cafes or restaurants.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"en\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Winter in Krak\u00f3w can be magical during the winter.<\/strong> Right in the heart of the city center, you can take advantage of staying at the boutique <span lang=\"zxx\"><u><a href=\"https:\/\/grandascot.pl\/\">Grand Ascot Hotel<\/a><\/u><\/span>, which thanks to its location is a great starting point for many attractions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most tourists choose to visit Krak\u00f3w in late spring, summer and early autumn. Meanwhile, the charm of many Polish cities can also be found in winter. 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