If you begin to find that the hustle and bustle of the Old Town becomes too much and you're looking for a spot of peace and quiet, take a walk down along Ulica Pilsudskiego, you will arrive at the Blonia which is a large meadow. On the north side is Jordan Park, while the meadow itself has two sports stadiums on its south side. Just beyond the meadow, you will find the communal gardens where Krakowians grow their own vegetables and flowers or just relax.
This 13th-century gate along with the Barbakan is among the remaining remnants of the city's fortification. This Gothic, rectangular gateway with a stone eagle perched atop is an iconic landmark in the neighborhood. It was the starting point of the famous Royal Route and also when triumphant royals entered the city after a victorious battle. St. Florian's Gate is now the beginning of the Old Town and a glorious reminder of Krakow's past.
Conveniently situated in the city center on the Wawel Hill, the royal home guarantees an invaluable lesson in Polish history. This was the seat of power from the 11th century until 1609 when the capital was transferred to Warsaw. Then occupied by Austrian troops, eventually in 1930 the museum was opened in an attempt to recapture some of its former glory. Visitors admire a large collection of Renaissance furniture, paintings and jewelery. There is an armory with treasury inside the castle as well as other exhibitions in the surrounding chapels.
The Bochnia Salt Mine, located around 20 kilometers (12.43 miles) from Krakow, is one of the oldest mines in Europe. It's also the only one in Poland to have an underground sanatorium, complete with its own, unique micro-climate. It is said that spending a few days down the mine guarantees good health for years. While you are here, you could even visit the chapel which is sculpted in salt.
This Gothic basilica was built in the 13th century in place of a pagan temple. It served as the home of the Dominican monastery and still bears the emblem of the domini canes order: a dog holding a burning torch in its mouth. In the past, the church had rich sponsors who built beautifully decorated family chapels. Some of them were destroyed in the fire in 1850 and reconstructed afterwards. Inside, you will see tombs of local dukes and scholars - one of them designed by the great Veit Stoss.
This slightly out of the way cinema shows movies that you may have missed elsewhere. Tickets are cheaper here than anywhere else in town.
The box office is open from Tuesday until Sunday and before screenings.