Kraków is a beautiful part of Europe, with medieval streets, palaces and castles for holidaymakers to explore. And according to new research, it is the best city break in Europe, as recommended by visitors.
New research from Which? analysed the price of flights and accommodation, as well as the quality of food and drink, cultural sights, shopping and the ease of getting around.
The Polish city also ranked highly for lack of crowds, and gained an overall city score of 92 per cent.
Other cities worth adding to your bucket list include Venice, scoring 90 per cent, Valencia and Vienna, both at 89 per cent, and Istanbul and Seville, both receiving a score of 88 per cent.
Visit the Main Market Square in Kraków
| PABest city breaks in Europe
- Krakow
- Venice
- Valencia and Vienna
- Istanbul and Seville
- Bordeaux
- Prague
- Berlin
- Budapest
- Florence
- Funchal
- Rome
- Nice
- Verona
- Hamburg
- Madrid
- Paris
- Porto
- Stockholm
- Bergen
- Malaga
Which? Travel deputy editor, Naomi Leach, said: “Whether you are looking for culture, art, history or top gastronomy, there are several European cities that deliver. Book ahead and choose to visit off-season to secure the best prices.
“British holidaymakers who look beyond the most famous destinations can find great value for money in foodie escapes, such as Krakow and Valencia. Despite the crowds, classic city breaks Venice and Vienna scored highly with visitors due to their unparalleled cultural attractions.”
Those visiting Kraków can expect a blend of history, culture, and atmosphere. It is worth visiting the Main Market Square, one of the largest medieval squares in Europe, where you can expect to see horse-drawn carriages.
At the time of writing, return Ryanair flights from London Luton to Kraków are available from £30, if departing on October 1.
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Kraków is a popular city break destination | GETTYThe square centres around the iconic St. Mary’s Basilica, known for its hourly trumpet call, and the Cloth Hall, a Renaissance-era trading hall still filled with merchants selling traditional crafts.
Other places to visit include Wawel Hill, which is home to the impressive Wawel Castle and Cathedral. Inside, find chapels, state rooms, and a dragon’s den.
Outside, the castle grounds provide panoramic views of the river and city rooftops, making it one of Kraków’s most photographed sites.