Wieliczka Salt Mine

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5 Things To Know about the Wieliczka Salt Mine

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.

  • Original Purpose

    1. Original Purpose

    The Wieliczka Salt Mine began operations in the 13th century, and is the oldest salt mine in the world still in operation.

  • Tourist routes

    2. Tourist routes

    You can now take tours of parts of the mine, and wonder at underground lakes, intricate salt carvings, and the salt chapels.

  • Health resort

    3. Health resort

    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.

  • Accommodation

    4. Accommodation

    You can choose to stay in the mine in one of the wonderful hotels - enjoying the benefits of the clean air and calming atmosphere.

  • Attractions

    5. Attractions

    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.

Planning Your Visit

  • What are the opening hours?

    The salt mines are open to tourists for tours Monday to Friday 9:00AM to 5:00PM.

  • How long do tours last?

    Tours last roughly three hours, allowing you to enjoy an extensive look at the mines, learn about their history and see the cultural attractions.

Good to know

  • When should I visit?
    Tours available Monday through Friday, 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
  • Is it expensive?
    A non-Polish adult ticket is 79PLN, which is about $21.
  • Will I need a guide?
    It will definitely help. Might be worth it to check out our best-selling tours.
  • How to get there
    By train, head to the Wieliczka Rynek Kopalnia train station, or take the 304 bus to Wieliczka Kopalnia Soli.
  • Additional information
    ** Discount tickets are available for groups and for families. | Make sure you wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes! There are 800 steps to climb!*

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What people are saying about Wieliczka Salt Mine

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based on 18,744 reviews

He was very nice before and after the tour, and he was punctual yet patient at the same time. I was about 4 minutes late for the initial meet-up time, I was lost and he saw me circling around the meeting point and came to me and kindly called out my name :) Respects privacy, but at the same time endearing and cheerful. Plus his driving was great! Smooth but fast, he'll get you there on time in no time :D

Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow Reviewed by Shinoo, 3/9/2021

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I advise everyone to wear comfortable shoes, you need to walk a lot. But it's worth it. It's beautiful inside, the guide is well-known and interesting.

Wieliczka Salt Mine: Skip-the-Line Ticket and Tour Reviewed by Anonymous, 3/3/2021

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The driver and the tour guide were most helpful and informative. The tour is so interesting! It’s definitely one of a kind thing to see.

Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour from Krakow Reviewed by Anita, 3/17/2021

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Nice excursion for bad weather. You are underground all the time. The bus was waiting for everyone after the tour

Wieliczka Salt Mine: Guided Tour from Krakow Reviewed by Merril, 3/12/2021

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It is easy to find a meeting point, I liked the tour, the inside of the salt mine is very beautiful.

Wieliczka Salt Mine: Guided Tour from Krakow Reviewed by Marek, 3/16/2021

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