KrakowCard Museum and Travel Pass

The KrakowCard is a 1-, 2- or 3-day pass which gives access to many of the city’s main museums, and unlimited travel on Kraków’s buses and trams. We break down the card’s benefits and where to buy one.

What Is The KrakowCard?

KrakowCard is a 1-, 2- or 3-day pass which gives access to 20+ of the city’s museums and galleries. The main Tourist Card also includes unlimited use of Kraków’s public bus and tram system, including buses to and from the airport and transport to Wieliczka Salt Mine and back. There is also a cheaper 3-day Digital Pass available without transport.

Make the most of your KrakowCard by planning all the sights you want to see. For a complete travel guide that includes the medieval Old Town, salt mines, hidden gems, and tips for Auschwitz tours, discover the best things to do in Kraków.

The KrakowCard takes care of transport and gets you through the door at many of the city’s museums — but some of Kraków’s most visited attractions still require a timed-entry booking regardless of the pass you hold. Our Early Bird Guide To Booking Kraków’s Biggest Attractions explains what the Card covers and where you still need to reserve a slot in advance.

Where Can I Buy A KrakowCard?

You can buy all varieties online before you leave, directly from the official KrakowCard website, or through GetYourGuide. After purchasing, you’ll receive a voucher which must be exchanged at one of the following pickup locations:

• Krakville Tours – ul. Sienna 17: Open 10:00–19:00 daily.
• Legends of Cracow – ul. Pawia 8: Open 11:00–16:00 daily.
• Pokoje Gościnne Jordan – ul. Długa 9: Open 24 hours daily.
• Hotel Galaxy – ul. Gęsia 22a: Open 24 hours daily.

Pickup locations are subject to change. Please confirm with your provider at the time of purchase.

If you’d prefer to skip the pickup entirely, the 3-Day Digital Pass is available as a mobile voucher with no in-person collection required. Note that the Digital Pass does not include public transport.

You don’t need to specify dates in advance. The card is valid from the moment you activate it, so time your pickup to coincide with your intended use.

What Attractions Does The KrakowCard Give Entry To?

These are the 20+ museums, galleries, and experiences included with the KrakowCard. Please note that participating venues are subject to change and should be confirmed at the time of purchase. The pass does not guarantee entry on the rare occasion when a venue has already reached capacity. Please note that Rynek Underground and Schindler’s Factory are no longer included with the pass.

You can find these locations on the Kraków map further down the page.

Kraków Sukiennice

The Gallery of 19th-Century Polish Art in Sukiennice

Above the famous indoor market, the upper floor of Kraków’s Cloth Hall now houses the largest collection of 19th-century Polish painting, with themed rooms ranging from late Baroque through to Impressionist and Symbolist.

Kraków’s medieval City Defence Walls

Arsenal

One of Kraków’s finest repositories of historic arms, armour, and military artefacts, the Arsenal forms part of the same medieval defensive complex as the Barbican and Florian Gate. The collection spans centuries of Polish martial history and sits within some of the best-preserved fortifications in Central Europe. Best explored in conjunction with a walk along the City Defence Walls.

The Princes Czartoryski Museum

The Princes Czartoryski Museum

One of Kraków’s unmissable highlights, the Princes Czartoryski Museum reopened after major renovations to reveal one of Poland’s finest art collections — crowned by Leonardo da Vinci’s sublime Lady with an Ermine. An absolute must-see.

The Jan Matejko House

The Jan Matejko House

Jan Matejko, one of Poland’s most celebrated painters, was born and died in this impressive house on ul. Floriańska. The rooms on the first floor are unchanged since his time, while the second floor displays his works. The third floor reveals Matejko as a collector.

The Szołayski House

The Szołayski House

This branch of the National Museum offers ever-changing temporary exhibitions. Located on Plac Szczepański, close to the main square, it is worth checking what is currently on display before your visit.

Entrance to the Archaeological Museum of Kraków

Archaeological Museum (Main Building)

The main collection spans the pre- and early history of the Małopolska region, with additional exhibits from ancient Egypt — including human and animal mummies. The museum is noted for its splendid gardens and has a further branch in the Nowa Huta district.

St. Adalbert’s Church

Archaeological Museum (Underground of the Church of Saint Adalbert)

Located on the south-east corner of Rynek Główny, the Church of St. Adalbert is one of the oldest churches in Kraków — named after the saint said to have preached here. KrakowCard holders can access the underground archaeological exhibition beneath the church, managed by the Archaeological Museum.

Archaeological Museum (Nowa Huta Branice)

A further branch of the Archaeological Museum, located in the Branice area of Nowa Huta on the eastern edge of the city. The collection focuses on the prehistoric and early medieval history of this part of the Małopolska region. A rewarding destination for visitors making a broader exploration of Nowa Huta’s heritage.

The Bishop Erazm Ciołek Palace

The Bishop Erazm Ciołek Palace

Tucked away in Kanonicza, this branch of the National Museum features religious art from the 12th to 17th centuries, as well as a collection of Orthodox art. There’s a room devoted to Veit Stoss, the sculptor who made St. Mary’s celebrated altarpiece.

The Archdiocese Museum

The Archdiocese Museum

In addition to religious sculptures and paintings from the 13th to 16th centuries, this museum is notable for the room where Karol Wojtyła (the future Pope John Paul II) lived. His furniture and belongings are on display.

The Józef Mehoffer House – image © AlbertHerring / Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Poland

The Józef Mehoffer House

The home of early-20th-century artist Mehoffer includes accurate period interiors, as well as stained glass and paintings by the man himself. The house also has an elegant garden.

The Stanisław Wyspiański Museum – image © Januszk57 / Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Poland

The Stanisław Wyspiański Museum

Home to an exhibition space for one of Poland’s most outstanding and versatile artists — playwright, poet, painter, graphic artist, theatre reformer, and interior designer — in a renovated 17th-century granary.

The Emeryk Hutten-Czapski Palace – image © Mateusz Giełczyński / Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International

The Emeryk Hutten-Czapski Museum

Accumulated in the late 19th century, this collection of antique Polish coins, banknotes, and medals is housed in an elegant Renaissance Revival-style villa. The building itself is beautiful, even if numismatics is not your usual interest.

National Museum

The National Museum Main Building

The National Museum has a number of different branches across Kraków but the Main Building is one of the city’s key attractions. In addition to the permanent collections of 20th-century Polish painting, decorative art, and military items, the museum hosts a rotating programme of temporary exhibitions of international standard.

The Home Army Museum – image © Wojciech.pospula / Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International

The Home Army Museum

A substantial museum dedicated to Poland’s underground resistance to both Nazi and Soviet occupation. The building is striking, with a stunning glass atrium, and the exhibits include a comprehensive collection of uniforms, weapons, and medals. There’s even a life-size V2 rocket.

Galicia Jewish Museum

Galicia Jewish Museum

This splendid gallery has permanent and temporary displays of photographs exploring themes of Jewish life and heritage across the region, set against the deep history of Galicia and the impact of the Holocaust. The photographs are well curated and speak for themselves.

Ethnographic museum in Kraków-Kazimierz © мой фотоапарат / GNU Free Documentation License

The Seweryn Udziela Ethnographic Museum

This fascinating museum includes reconstructions of traditional Polish cottages and workshops, alongside folk artefacts including costumes and religious icons. There is also an 18th-century collection of Tibetan items, a library with some 30,000 books, and extensive manuscript, drawing, and photographic holdings.

MOCAK Museum of Contemporary Art in Kraków

MOCAK Museum of Contemporary Art in Kraków

A major centre for contemporary art housed in a repurposed part of the former Schindler factory complex in Podgórze. Well designed, the main halls are suitably minimal and display the cream of today’s Polish art scene. MOCAK also hosts temporary international shows.

Kościuszko Mound – image © Rj1979 / Public Domain

Kościuszko Mound

This 34m-high mound gives spectacular views of Kraków’s Old Town, roughly 3km away. The structure is made from the soil of the battlefields where military hero Tadeusz Kościuszko fought. There is also a 19th-century fort and further attractions surrounding the mound.

The Polish Aviation Museum – image © Zala / Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International

The Polish Aviation Museum

Within one of Europe’s former military airports, the Polish Aviation Museum houses more than 140 different planes, helicopters, and other equipment, including Hermann Goering’s collection of aircraft.

Legends of Cracow

An atmospheric theatrical experience that brings Kraków’s rich heritage of myth and folklore to life — from the story of the Wawel Dragon to the legends of the city’s medieval guilds. Entertaining for all ages and a distinctive way to encounter the stories embedded in the city’s history.

The Best of Krakow: A Walking Tour Through the Heart of the City

A guided walking tour through Kraków’s most important Old Town landmarks, including Rynek Główny, the Royal Route, and the key monuments of the historic centre. An excellent introduction to the city on arrival, and a useful way to orientate before exploring independently. Check with your provider for scheduled departure times.

KrakowCard Map

Many of the attractions marked in yellow on the map are included in the KrakowCard. We’ve mapped and listed the over 20 museums, galleries, and experiences that are included. Some museums are split over two venues. Please note that venues are subject to closure and change, and that there is sometimes an extra charge for temporary exhibitions.

Each type of landmark has a different colour marker on the map:

• YELLOW: Kraków Sightseeing
• GREEN: Kraków Transportation
• DARK RED: Restaurants in Kraków
• ORANGE: Michelin Restaurants in Kraków
• LIGHT RED: Kraków Bars / Clubs / Music Venues
• BLUE: Kraków Hotels
• PURPLE: Shopping In Kraków

Click on a marker and it will give you the name of the landmark, with a brief description and links for more information and directions. You can pan, scroll, and zoom around the map, or use the + or – buttons in the bottom left of the map to zoom in and out.

Click on the icon in the top left corner for an index of every location, sorted by category. Scroll down or use the map search (the magnifying glass icon) to find the place you want. Click the name of the place in the list. Its location pin will be highlighted on the map.

Each category is on a different layer, which can be switched on and off. So you can just see the Hotel or Restaurant pins, for example.

If you are using the map on your phone, open the Visit Kraków map and then search for the name of the place. The map will then zoom in on its location.

What Else Do I Get With a KrakowCard?

In addition to museum entry, the 1-, 2-, and 3-day KrakowCard passes include unlimited use of public transport, including buses to and from the airport (routes 902 and 208) and Wieliczka Salt Mine (route 304). Please note: public transport is limited to buses and trams, and does not include trains. Route numbers are subject to change — confirm current services with MPK Kraków at the time of your visit.

The 3-Day Digital Pass does not include public transport.

Is The KrakowCard Worth It?

The KrakowCard comes in several formats. The main 1-, 2-, and 3-day Tourist Card passes include unlimited public transport and entry to 20+ attractions. Prices at the time of writing are approximately:

• 1-Day Pass: €38.10
• 2-Day Pass: €52.38
• 3-Day Pass: €59.52
• 3-Day Digital Pass (without transport): €35.71

These are sample prices at the time of writing and are subject to change. Discounts are often available through GetYourGuide. A student pass and other variations are available from the official site.

It’s worth being realistic about the value. The KrakowCard has been streamlined significantly — the list of included venues is now over 20 rather than the 40-odd it once covered, and a number of the most-visited attractions (including Rynek Underground and Schindler’s Factory) are no longer part of the scheme. Entry fees in Kraków are also relatively modest, so you’ll need to visit several attractions per day to see a financial return.

That said, there is a genuine convenience argument. The inclusion of unlimited public transport is the card’s most consistent benefit — knowing you can board any tram or bus without fumbling for change or tickets adds real ease to a busy day of sightseeing. The 3-day pass at around €60 works out at approximately €20 per day including transport, which compares reasonably with a la carte admission and transit costs across multiple venues.

An efficient strategy is to cluster your itinerary geographically — visiting the National Museum Main Building, the Szołayski House, and the Józef Mehoffer House on one day, for example, and saving the Aviation Museum and Kościuszko Mound for another. Our guide to Where To Stay In Kraków gives an overview of each district which may help with planning.

If transport is less of a priority, the 3-Day Digital Pass at €35.71 offers a lower-cost alternative — and the mobile voucher format means no pickup is required.