Stare Podgórze Travel Guide
Kraków
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Popular places to visit
Father Bernatka Footbridge
You can learn about the history of Kraków when you stop by Father Bernatka Footbridge. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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 stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Bednarski Park
You can take time to visit Bednarski Park during your travels to Kraków. Visit the churches and shops in this family-friendly area.
Main Market Square
With a visit to Main Market Square, a favourite shopping spot in Kraków, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Learn about the local history of Wieliczka when you spend time at Wieliczka Salt Mine. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Wawel Castle
You can study the exhibits at Wawel Castle, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Kraków. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Stare Podgórze
Qubus Hotel Krakow
We chose this hotel, in part, because of the facilities (swimming pool specifically) and were not disappointed. We paid for a river view and were very glad we had. Waking up each day to the sight of the river and the old town beyond with Wawel Castle, St Mary's Bascilica and other visible landmarks ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Lwowska 1
Nice apart-hotel, in walking distance to old town (10-15 mins). Good restaurant, clean and quiet rooms, good bed, great shower. The only con - check in at 15:00
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
XERION HOTEL
The staff were fabulous and all fluent in English, all friendly and helpful and kind. What a welcoming place! The hotel is close to a tram station so it’s easy to get to the centre, but the price is amazing— I had a lovely few days.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Krakow
Very clean and beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
PURO Kraków Kazimierz
Great breakfast Friendly staff Loved the room Loved the whole hotel
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
TRIBE Krakow Old Town
Great!!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 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 Main Market Square and Royal Road.
Kraków Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Main Market Square to Rynek Underground – discover Kraków Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Kraków City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Main Market Square to Kraków Philharmonic – 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.
