This is a unique guide to one of Poland's most vibrant cultural centers, with more than one thousand years of history. It features tours of the spiritual heart of Poland to locations such as St. Mary's Basilica and the Wawel Cathedral. It details visits to the Sukiennice Cloth Hall, once a major center of international trade; the gothic Wawel Castle, the National Art Museum; the Zygmunt bell, cast in 1520; St. Florian's Gate, the gothic focal point of Krakow's Old Town; and the Barbican, one of the few remaining defensive barriers. It covers outdoor areas such as Vistula waterfront, Planty, Salwator & Zwierzyniec and Las Wolski, and trips to Auschwitz, Ojcow, and Zakopane.

A guide to seeing and doing more in the ancient, yet thoroughly modern, city of Krakow. It lists accommodation, restaurant and nightlife to suit varied budgets and tastes. It contains 6 full-color maps and 35 photographs. It features foreign language phrases on inside front and back covers for ease of use.

"AA CityPacks" help you get to know the world's greatest cities. We've selected the top 25 sights and experiences so you can be sure you won't miss the best of Krakow. There's also recommendations for fantastic shops, restaurants, hotels and entertainment venues. And because your time is so important, we give you a planned itinerary for a short stay, so you can make the most of your visit. The guide is small enough to fit in your pocket yet it is packed with practical information, hints and tips. A fold-out map of the city is also included adding real value to this guidebook.