Tour

Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Trip

Embark on a day trip to Wieliczka Salt Mines, one of the most-visited landmarks in Poland. You'll explore the subterranean salt-carved chapels and galleries with striking statues, chandeliers, and altars. Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Trip. At the...

  • 5 hours

Embark on a day trip to Wieliczka Salt Mines, one of the most-visited landmarks in Poland. You'll explore the subterranean salt-carved chapels and galleries with striking statues, chandeliers, and altars.

Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Trip

At the designated time, we'll board a comfortable air-conditioned minibus for a short ride to Wieliczka, located 9.32 miles (15 kilometers) from Krakow.

Upon arrival at this UNESCO World Heritage site, follow your knowledgeable guide down 350 steps into one of the oldest salt mines in Europe. During this 2.1-mile (3.5-kilometer) walking tour, discover over 20 salt-chiseled rooms, underground lakes, mining tools, and unique salt-made sculptures.

The guide will provide insight into the history of the mine and its transformation into an "underground village." The tour concludes with a return to the surface via the original elevator used by miners. Souvenirs made from salt rock will also be available for purchase.

After 4 to 5 hours, we'll return to the starting point.

Interesting Facts about the Salt Mine

Here are notable facts about the mine:

Created by nature 15 million years agoOpened in the 13th century and closed in 1978Over one million visitors per yearFirst visited in the 15th centuryUNESCO declared it a World Heritage site in 1978Over 186 miles (300 kilometers) long, with 3000 chambers and 9 floorsThe guided tour includes 378 steps

Pickup Point

During booking, select a pickup point in Kraków from the drop-down menu. If not available, pickup will be at 14 Straszewskiego Street at the designated time.

Auschwitz & Salt Mine Tour

For a cost-effective option, consider booking the combo tour that includes both attractions.

Prices

Included

  • Hotel pickup (depending on availability)
  • Transport by minibus
  • English–speaking guide
  • Admission to the Wieliczka Salt Mine

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Location

Activity location

plac Jana Matejki 2, 31-157 Cracow, Poland

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