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Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour from Krakow (Shared transportation)
Activity Schedule
Key Highlights
- Enjoy a guided tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mines, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Admire the astounding craftsmanship of figures, monuments and altars made completely out of salt
- Sign up for an unforgettable experience and an absolute must-do when in Krakow!
- Salt has therapeutic powers so the mines boast a beneficial microclimate for health
- Built over 700 years ago the Salt Mine is one of the Oldest in Europe
- Both printed and smartphone vouchers accepted!
Overview
Visit the centuries old Wieliczka Salt Mines that were part of the dowry of the Hungarian princess, Kinga, when she wed Boleslaw the Shy over 700 years ago, making the Wieliczka Salt Mine one of the oldest in all of Europe.
The mine was opened in the 13th century and reaches almost 327 meters below the ground and has over 287 kilometres.
Besides admiring magnificent timber construction, lakes, chambers and majestic corridors, your visit will also have a positive effect on your health. Over the centuries, devout and superstitious miners have carved fabulous figures, monuments and altarpieces out of its salt walls. These amazing works of art, in addition to the mine's historical importance, have earned the Wieliczka Salt Mine a place on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list.
Explore galleries and chambers on three levels, from 64 to 135 meters below the ground, including the unique and richly ornamented Chapel of the Blessed Kinga.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Guided tour to Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Transfers by air-conditioned and comfortable van/bus
- Licensed local guide
- Entry ticket to salt mine
- Fuel surcharge
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Please note
Voucher Information: Show your voucher on your smartphone or other device (if you'd rather print a copy - that's fine too!)
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.
The Senior ticket is valid with ID that contains a picture and date of birth. Student ticket is valid only with a student ID that contains a picture, date of birth, and university name.
Minor delays (20 minutes) are possible due to traffic conditions in Krakow.
Temperature is around 14 degrees inside the salt mine. Please carry a jacket with you.
Tour begins with climbing down 380 steps and the regular tour does not include the lift that takes you down. Please wear comfortable shoes as the tour requires a lot of walking.
The tour is not suitable for pregnant travelers and travelers with mobility issues.
Customer Reviews
We were picked up by the wrong travel guide. We followed the tour with them but were asked to wait for our proper tour guide to take us back to our hotel. They didn't show up...
We entered the mine and our guide was very good at informing us on what the tour would entail... Every level was explained thoroughly and our safety was paramount at all times...
Arranging pick up was easy, and the journey very pleasant. I had no idea the Salt Mines were that big. After spending two hours there, you have only seen approx. 1% of the mines...
Guide excellent and provided interesting facts. They even arranged a lift down the first 300 steps as I was using a walking stick and were very concerned that I was able to keep...
This is must do. was an amazing experience and a bit different than that of salt mines in Salzburg...
Prompt pick up time. Comfortable vehicle. Pleasant staff.
The Salt Mines is a must see if you're visiting Krakow!
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