Krakow City Travel Guide

A tourism guide for international travellers

Food and Culture

Local Food

Visitors can try traditional Polish food such as pierogi, zapiekanka, bigos and oscypek. Krakow also has many cafés, bakeries and restaurants for different budgets.

Plate of pierogi
Kazimierz district in Krakow

Culture

Krakow has a strong cultural identity. Tourists can explore museums, galleries, churches, music events and local markets. Kazimierz is especially popular for culture, history and food.

Example Food Guide

Photo Food Description Good for
Pierogi on a plate Pierogi Polish dumplings with different fillings Lunch or dinner
Krakow Market Square with food and cafés nearby Zapiekanka Open baguette with toppings, often sold as street food Quick snack
Kazimierz area in Krakow Obwarzanek Traditional Krakow bread ring sold in the city Snack while sightseeing