Wieliczka Salt Mine: Guided Tour from Krakow Skip-the-Line Ticket in English
ID: GYG54914-O-76311
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine on this excursion from Krakow and discover a one-of-a-kind underground world that was created hundreds of years ago. Take an unforgettable guided walk along the 3-kilometer-long tourist route 135 meters under the ground.
Book this half-day Wieliczka Salt Mine excursion and a professional, English-speaking driver will drive you straight to the site, where a local guide will take you through the historic underground city.
Experience the famous salt mine dating back to medieval times with a history of 9 centuries of salt exploitation. Embark on the tourist route through the mine, located 135 meters underground and only accessible by stairs.
Encounter a unique place to visit that is a must-see during your stay in Krakow. Visiting the Salt Mine is also good for your health on account of its special climate and micro-element-filled air.
Highlights
- Visit one of the most important monuments to mineral and religious culture in Poland
- Follow the tourist route that’s 135 meters below ground
- Marvel at the 20 chambers in this historic underground city
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Bring warm clothing, as the temperature underground ranges between 14 and 16C
• There are 800 steps to climb, and 350 of these are at the beginning, taking you down into the mine. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes
• Smoking and the use of open fire in the mine is strictly forbidden
• No animals are allowed in the mine. The mine does not offer any animal shelters of its own for your pets
• Baby carriages and luggage larger than 30 x 20 x 10 cm are not permitted inside the museum - please leave them at your hotel
• A wide range of comfortable vehicles are at your disposal, depending on the size of your group
• Student ID is required for student tickets
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.