From Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour

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From Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
5332 reviews

Take a tour of the historic Wieliczka Salt Mine. Embark on a visit to this UNESCO World Heritage Site which combines nature, and history, a well as historic and contemporary art.

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Duration 3 - 4 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English, Spanish, German, French, Polish, Italian
Pickup optional
The supplier will pick you up from your hotel/apartment.
Private group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Diane – United Kingdom

everything very well organised and guide was funny and kept you engaged.

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5 out of 5 stars
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Catherine – United Kingdom

The Mine was truly amazing and spectacular. The transport was efficient and comfortable. The guide in the mine was informative. The exit procedure was rather unclear however. We came out of the mine quite far away from where we entered and it was not easy to find the place we needed to be to get back on the mini bus as no instruction had been given.

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Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the vast subterranean world of the Wieliczka Salt Mine
  • Take of tour of its 20 chambers filled with art, machinery, and exhibitions
  • Descend to a depth of 135 meters below the ground to learn about salt mining
  • Check out its unique acoustic properties and admire a light installation
  • View the historic and contemporary art installations which fill the space

Full description

Explore the famous Wieliczka Salt Mine on a guided tour from Krakow or choose to meet in Wieliczka. Walk the labyrinthine passages, marvel at the chapels and chambers, and be wowed by the statues and art installations of the mine.

Enjoy transportation from Krakow or choose to meet in Wieliczka, then descend 800 stairs to a depth of 135 meters to enter what feels like an underground salt city. Be awed by chambers of salt sculptures, art exhibitions, and old machinery from the days when it was a functioning salt mine.

See how salt was extracted as you learn about the space's history. Pause to listen to the unique acoustic properties which come from the nature of the space. Hear how Chopin sounds in this environment, accompanied by spectacular underground lighting.

Learn about the health properties of the salt mine as you explore its multiple chambers. At the conclusion of your experience, head back to the vehicle for transportation back to Krakow.

Includes

  • Entry ticket
  • Skip-the-line entry
  • Tour attendant service
  • Two-way transfer (if option with transport selected)
  • Licensed guide (except option with ticket to graduation tower)
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing
  • Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking
  • Making fire

Know before you go

  • The temperature underground ranges between 14° and 16° C
  • There are 800 steps to climb of which 350 at the beginning take you down into the mine
  • The offer is written in English, and the organizer is not responsible for any inaccuracies in translation into another language
  • The local partner will contact you by WhatsApp , email or phone on the day before your tour to confirm your pickup time and details
  • The time may change due to the availability of the guides in the museum so please consider this in your plans
  • The Old Town and Kazimierz are restricted traffic zones so if your accommodation is in this area, we will contact you to confirm the nearest possible pickup point
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4.6 /5
4.6 out of 5 stars

based on 5332 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Diane – United KingdomJuly 9, 2025 – Verified booking
everything very well organised and guide was funny and kept you engaged.
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Catherine – United KingdomJuly 8, 2025 – Verified booking
The Mine was truly amazing and spectacular. The transport was efficient and comfortable. The guide in the mine was informative. The exit procedure was rather unclear however. We came out of the mine quite far away from where we entered and it was not easy to find the place we needed to be to get back on the mini bus as no instruction had been given.
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David – United KingdomJuly 7, 2025 – Verified booking
the caves are amazing but we forgot to book transfers so we used a bolt taxi which was good value and worked for us

Product ID: 172110

Activity provider:
Cracow Visit Tours & Transfers

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