UNESCO Wieliczka Salt Mine Half-Day Tour from Kraków Discount Tickets

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Overview

Wieliczka Salt Mine: An Underground World Beneath Kraków ## What awaits you at Wieliczka Salt Mine? **The descent** – upon arriving at the mine, you'll descend more than 380 steps to reach the first level, 210 feet (64 metres) below the ground, beginning your journey into a centuries-old world carved entirely out of salt. **Stories from the depths** – your guide will share fascinating insights into the mysteries of the mine, the generations of miners who worked there, and the powerful forces of nature that shaped this vast underground network over hundreds of years. **20 remarkable chambers** – explore a total of 20 chambers connected by underground corridors, each with its own history, legends, and salt-carved features, offering a vivid picture of centuries of mining life. **St. Kinga's Chapel** – the undisputed highlight of the tour, this breathtaking underground church will enchant you with its intricate carvings, altars, and monuments, all sculpted entirely from salt

Pickup Information

We will pick you up from yours address in Kraków

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Krakow
We’ll pick you up from your accommodation in Kraków; the time may vary slightly from what’s stated on the voucher, so we’ll send you a reminder the day before the tour
Duration: 40 mins
2. Wieliczka Salt Mine
Travel from Kraków to the Wieliczka Salt Mine and explore this underground world with a half-day tour. Upon arriving at the mine, you will descend more than 380 steps to get to the first level, 210 feet (64 meters) below the ground. Your guide will provide you with insight into the mysteries of the mine, the people who have worked there, and the powers of nature that have ruled the mine. You will then see 20 chambers, including the most beautiful one, St. Kinga's Chapel. This is an underground church that will enchant you with its carvings, altars, and monuments sculpted in salt. Allow yourself to be mesmerized by the wonderful spectacle on the bank of one of the salt lakes inside the mine as music from Chopin plays overhead. Then head to the third level, 443 feet (135 meters) below the surface, before riding a lift back to the top.
Duration: 180 mins
3. Krakow
We’ll take you back to your home, or if you prefer, to any other location in Kraków
Duration: 40 mins

Inclusion

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Local guide

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Driver/guide

Hotel pickup and drop off

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Tips

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please bring warm clothing and comfortable shoes. The temperature underground ranges from 14 to 16 degrees Celsius.

Supplied by ComFort Tours Cracow

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