Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour

4.4 out of 5 stars
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247 reviews
Activity provider:
CRACOW LOCAL TOURS
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Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
247 reviews

Explore the historical Wieliczka Salt Mine on a half-day guided tour from Krakow. See the magnificent underground St. Kinga's Chapel and marvel at the salt sculptures and saline lakes.

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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Optional audio guide
English
Pickup optional
Please wait in the hotel lobby by the reception desk or in front of the main entrance (if this property does not have a reception desk). We kindly ask for punctuality.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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5 out of 5 stars
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Nuala – United Kingdom

Definitely a must see if you visit Krakow, the tour guide who brought us there, Jakob, was very friendly and knowledgeable. Our guide at the Salt Mines, Simon, was amazing, such a sense of humour and very informative. The only concern I had was that when we booked and paid for our tour we were not told that this does not include the entrance fee, we had to pay a further 270 zolties between 3 of us, we assumed that the cost included both travel and entrance fee, very disappointed in this.

5
5 out of 5 stars
R
Roos – Netherlands

Very friendly guide and the ride there was great too!

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Highlights

  • Explore the underground corridors and chambers of Wieliczka Salt Mine
  • See unique sculptures carved in rock salt in the underground chapel
  • Learn the history and legends of the mine
  • Ride an original miner's lift

Full description

Depart Krakow and journey to the incredible Wieliczka Salt Mine in a small group with an English-speaking driver. Meet a local guide employed by the salt mine on arrival, as your driver takes care of your entrance tickets.

Make your way into the Danilowicz Shaft in a group of no more than 35 people, and learn the history of the mines on a 2.5-hour tour using earpieces to hear your guide clearly. Descend into the bowels of the earth using 800 steps to reach a depth of 135 meters (442 feet). Marvel at the rock salt walls and sculptures made by contemporary artists.

Navigate the subterranean corridors and visit 20 different underground chambers, including the impressive St. Kinga's Chapel. Walk back to the shaft to return to the surface aboard an original lift used by the miners.

Includes

  • English-speaking driver
  • Group tour with English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fee
  • Meals and drinks

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meet at Parking Kiss&Ride (2 Wielopole street) next to the Main Post Office /Poczta Glowna/. Look for the driver with "Wieliczka" sign

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • The regular Salt Mine tour requires lots of walking and climbing stairs. .
  • Please remember that it is quite cool in the mine (between 14° C and 16° C). Make sure to take warmer clothing even in summer and wear comfortable shoes, as well.

From $86 per person

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Overall rating

4.4 /5
4.4 out of 5 stars

based on 247 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5
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Nuala – United KingdomMarch 16, 2020 – Verified booking
Definitely a must see if you visit Krakow, the tour guide who brought us there, Jakob, was very friendly and knowledgeable. Our guide at the Salt Mines, Simon, was amazing, such a sense of humour and very informative. The only concern I had was that when we booked and paid for our tour we were not told that this does not include the entrance fee, we had to pay a further 270 zolties between 3 of us, we assumed that the cost included both travel and entrance fee, very disappointed in this.
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5 out of 5 stars
R
Roos – NetherlandsOctober 20, 2020 – Verified booking
Very friendly guide and the ride there was great too!
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Lars – January 3, 2024 – Verified booking
Transport - the driver was also an excellent guide during the transport

Product ID: 87356

Activity provider:
CRACOW LOCAL TOURS

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