
Wieliczka Salt Mine: Skip-the-Line Ticket and Tour
- Skip the ticket line
- Duration options: 2.5 - 4 hours
From
US$ 28.59
US$ 21.44
per person
One of Poland's top tourist attractions, a world-class monument and one of UNESCO's World Culture and Natural Heritage sites. Here's a little bit of history about the mine, and what to expect when you visit.
The Wieliczka Salt Mine began operations in the 13th century, and is the oldest salt mine in the world still in operation.
You can now take tours of parts of the mine, and wonder at underground lakes, intricate salt carvings, and the salt chapels.
Using the medicinal properties of the enviroment, an innovative treatment therapy has been created in the mine resort with a number of wonderful health benefits.
You can choose to stay in the mine in one of the wonderful hotels - enjoying the benefits of the clean air and calming atmosphere.
Make sure to check what events are on when you visit - if you time it right you can see Europe's oldest mining orchestra, or some live salt sculpture making.
The salt mines are open to tourists for tours Monday to Friday 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
Tours last roughly three hours, allowing you to enjoy an extensive look at the mines, learn about their history and see the cultural attractions.
Absolutely fantastic excursion to see the Salt Mines. They really are stunning and a must-see if you visit Krakow. St Kinga's Chapel takes your breath away! Our guide at the Salt Mines, Natalia, was very informative and entertaining. I'd highly recommend this trip. Thank you!
Great meeting point, right in the center. Everything is punctual, so it's best not to be late. It is very close to Krakow and the journey takes only half an hour. All guides in the mine wear the same uniform. It creates an atmosphere.
an extraordinary experience. both the driver and the guide provided useful information, were very sociable, punctual and organized. and the salt mine is a definitely must see tourist spot
Directions were clear and payment processing was fast. It would be better to inform the participants which is part of the package (i.e. only go down to Salt Mines, museum is separate etc)
A short and interesting excursion, the children also liked it. There was time to walk around and buy souvenirs. I would definitely recommend a visit to everyone who came to Krakow.