Wieliczka Salt Mine guided tour from Krakow with transfer
Do this because
- Visit a real mine, one of the oldest salt mines in the world
- Descend to a depth of 135 meters under the ground
- Be fascinated by chambers, tunnels and scuptures in salt
- Walk around marvelous colored underground lakes
What to expect
Discover one of the most important industrial sites of the Middle Ages on a guided tour of the remarkable Wieliczka Salt Mine. Benefit from pickup at your hotel in Kraków, and then travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver.
Meet your guide on arrival, and then descend beneath the ground to discover an amazing underground art museum. Walk down 800 steps to reach a depth of 135 meters, and experience the cooler temperature as you follow a route of around 2 kilometers through the different chambers.
Currently one of Poland's official national Historic Monuments – and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site – the salt mines feature dozens of statues and four chapels the miners carved out of the rock salt, along with extra carvings made by contemporary artists.
Important to know
- If you are interested in complementary hotel pick-up, please contact the supplier up to 24h before the tour. Unless you will be awaited at the meeting point. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking
- The tour brings you to a depth of 135 meters below the ground and is not appropriate for those who get easily claustrophobic
- The temperature in the mine is constant (about 14 degrees), and therefore it is recommended to bring warm clothing even in the summer
- There are 800 steps to walk and the route length is around 2 km
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
- The price does not include fees for photography and filming
What’s included
Entrance fees
Guided tour
Roundtrip transportation
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Headsets (to hear the guide)
What’s not included
Tax for taking pictures (to pay cash on site)
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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