Krakow Getting Around

Getting Around Krakow - A perfect city to stroll in
Short breaks to Krakow will find a city that is compact and easy to navigate. Many of its important attractions and facilities are located centrally surrounding the charming medieval old town and strolling around on foot is a real pleasure in Krakow. The city is popular for walking tours and this is perhaps the best way to appreciate the sights and sounds of a Krakow city break. Equally rewarding is a day in the saddle exploring churches, monuments and museums by bicycle. Cycle hire shops are plentiful and good value and the city has several cycle only lanes and many welcome traffic calming measures.

Getting Around Krakow - Reliable buses and trams
For the less adventurous there is a comprehensive bus network that covers just about everywhere within the city limits and offers a frequent, hassle free and cheap service to commuters and tourists. Buses run throughout the day at regular intervals with some routes operating 24 hours. Likewise a reliable tram system crosses the city and is handy for sightseeing, hotels and entertainment. Tickets for both services are interchangeable with fixed prices for single journeys and day passes and are available from central kiosks and shops.

Getting Around Krakow - Enjoy an evening out by taxi
Not required for a stay in a city such as Krakow, a car however affords more freedom to venture further and enjoy excursions into the countryside or to a host of other Polish cities. Car hire is available around the city and represents very good value compared to other European cities, however parking is always a chore with limited spaces available in Krakow. Taxis are a popular way to get from A to B especially during a night out in Krakow and are safe, convenient and cheap. Most hotels will arrange for taxi transport or simply hail a registered taxi cab in the street.

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