PLANTY PARK

Nature enthusiasts can plan a visit to Planty Park which is a huge green space that encircles the Old Town Krakow. Escape the hectic urban life, and unwind amidst a spectacular green cover. Enjoy the beauty of the park with its numerous ponds, bridges, animals, birds and other attractions. 

The Planty Park that stretches about 4 km long is a set of 30 parks, which when combined together, encircle the Old Town of Krakow. It is marked by a stunning lush green cover, especially in summers, and is considered the best place to relax and unwind. The park is filled with spectacular flower beds, labyrinths, benches and even a library. 

The northern portion of the park, stretching from Glaria Krakowska to Bastowa Street, is filled with beautiful ponds, creeks, bridges and bustling scores of bird species. Here, you can find the statue of Jadwiga and Jjagiello, which symbolise the cordial relations between Poland and Lithuania. The western stretch is home to some of the most beautiful buildings, colleges, universities and churches. One the other end is the Wawel Hill, known for its magnificent castle and Cathedral. On the western stretch, you’ll come across beautiful buildings of colleges, universities and churches. 

Highlights

• Visit the Planty Park, which is one of the best natural Krakow attractions, encircling the historic Old Town. 
• Marvel at its huge expanse of about 52 acres, and its boundary of about 3 km. 
• Enjoy a day amidst scores of animals and bird species, in a setting of hundreds of rare flower species can be found here. 
• Spend a day indulging in a natural retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of the main city. 
• Visit other attractions like the Wawel Castle and the Wawel Cathedral, which are located at one of the ends of the park.