Krakow

Krakow, the former capital of Poland, is filled with medieval charm. There’s a reason the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Krakow has one of the largest old town centers in Europe with striking architecture from the 13th to 19th centuries. The old town is filled with cobbled squares, fascinating landmarks, and charming restaurants. Explore the historical district of Kazimierz for a taste of Jewish culture and shop for artisanal products jewelry and Polish pottery.
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1Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory

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The museum tells the story of how Oskar Schindler, a German businessman, managed to save the lives of many Jews during the Nazi occupation of Krakow. It features exhibits about life in Krakow during World War II and the city's underground resistance movement. There are also rooms dedicated to Schindler and the Jews he saved.

2Polish Aviation Museum

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The Polish Aviation Museum is one of the best such museums in the world, housing an extensive collection of aircraft from all eras. The collection includes planes from pre-war Poland as well as bombers, fighter jets and helicopters. There is also a large display of jet engines.
al. Jana Pawła II 39, 31-864 Kraków, Polandhttp://www.muzeumlotnictwa.pl/muzeum/

3Muzeum Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego Collegium Maius

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The Jagiellonian University Museum is located in the oldest university building in Poland, Collegium Maius. The museum has a mix of scientific instruments, art works by Polish artists, and exhibitions about different senses. One of the most popular exhibits is "The World of Senses" which uses interactive models to explain the anatomy or function of the sensory organs.
Jagiellońska 15, 31-010 Kraków, Polandhttp://www.maius.uj.edu.pl/

4Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow MOCAK

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The MOCAK Krakow Museum of Contemporary Art is a high-tech, three-story art museum displaying provocative multimedia works. The building it's housed in is from the Schindlers Factory complex, and showcases the work of various Polish and international artists of the past twenty years.
Lipowa 4, 30-702 Kraków, Polandhttp://www.mocak.pl/

5Stained Glass Workshop and Museum

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The Stained Glass Workshop and Museum is a beautiful old workshop that was founded in 1902, and it is where most of Poland's stained glass windows were created. The company had a dramatic history during the Communist Regime, but a talented young artist helped save it in 1997 and the workshop is now thriving again. The museum isn't just about stained glass art, but also has exhibits about the 100 year history of the workshop and showcases some of the artists who currently work there.
Aleja Zygmunta Krasińskiego 23, 31-111 Kraków, Polandhttp://www.muzeumwitrazu.pl/

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1Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas

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Startka Restaurant is a typical Polish restaurant with hearty food and extensive vodka menu. It's warm and inviting, with simple decorations that add a touch of authenticity to the place. The menu features eclectic dishes, as well as plenty of vodka options, making it one of the most popular restaurants in Krakow.
Józefa 14, 31-056 Kraków, Polandhttp://www.starka-restauracja.pl/

2Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck

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Czarna Kaczka is a traditional Polish restaurant with a courtyard and covered tables in Old Town. It's famous for its roasted duck, but there are few vegetarian and no vegan options on the menu.
Poselska 22, 31-002 Kraków, Polandhttps://czarnakaczka.pl/

3Morskie Oko

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Polish dining amid exposed brickwork & chunky wooden furniture, plus concerts by highlands singers.
plac Szczepański 8, 31-011 Kraków, Polandhttp://www.morskieoko.krakow.pl/

4Sioux

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The restaurant Sioux specializes in delicious Mexican food, and the kitchen is located on the ground floor. The good thing about this restaurant is that it has a lot of locations in Krakow, so you can always find one close to where you are. Another downside is that the lemonade can be quite icy, but overall the food is really tasty.
Rynek Główny 22, 31-008 Kraków, Polandhttp://www.facebook.com/restauracjasioux

5Restauracja Pod Baranem | Rok zal. 1997

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The Polish restaurant Restauracja Pod Baranem is a popular spot for dining in Krakow. This establishment offers a wide variety of different menu items, all of which are based on traditional Polish cuisine but with a European twist. The decor is modern and stylish, and the setting is warm and inviting. As an added bonus, this restaurant is gluten free and vegetarian friendly!
Świętej Gertrudy 21, 31-048 Kraków, Polandhttp://www.podbaranem.com/

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