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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Podgorze 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
Amazing hotel !
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Betmanowska Main Square Residence Adults Only
Overall very pleased
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
Clean, well design room
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Balthazar Design Hotel
The whole experience from checking in to checking in out was amazing. This trip was booked last minute. Had no time to plan. The staff were fantastic. Breakfast 10/10 everywhere walkable. The room amenities was amazing. Tea, coffee, molton brown toiletries. Huge comfortable bed. Spotless. Would definitely ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Kraków Centrum
Very clean , helpful staff, very accessible to all areas of the city with the tram stop being opposite with very cheap tram fares. Walking distant to a garage and zabka for snacks and drinks. Could not fault a thing and would stay here again
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Podgorze
Biezanow - Prokocim
Biezanow - Prokocim might not have many top sights, but Wieliczka Salt Mine and Bonarka City Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Grzegorzki
Unique features of Grzegorzki include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Galeria Kazimierz or New Jewish Cemetery 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 Father Bernatka Footbridge.
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.
Wesola
Travellers like the parks in Wesola, and Kraków Opera 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 Royal Road and Little Market Square.
