Experience in Krakow, Poland by Malgorzata

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What is it like to live in Krakow? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Krakow is the prettiest of Poland's main cities, having escaped the worst of WWII bombing. The former Polish capital's atmospheric Old Town and Kazimierz's streets in the Jewish district are crammed with exciting galleries, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Multi-day Krakow Tourist Cards offer museum entry and free bus and tram travel between sights such as Wawel Royal Castle, the striking 14th-century St. Mary's Basilica and the huge 10-acre Main Market Square.

What is the student lifestyle like in Krakow?

Krakow is one of the best students cities in Poland. There is plenty of restaurants, pubs and clubs.

How much does it cost to live in Krakow?

Costs of living in Krakow are much lower than average cost of living in EU countries.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Krakow? Is there any advice you can give?

It is not difficult to find accommodation. There is a lot of useful websites such as Gumtree.pl which helps find it.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Typical meals are very hearty and often contain a lot of meat. The most recommendable dishes are: bigos, kotlet schabowy, pierogi and gołąbki.

The most typical ingredients used in Polish cuisine are sauerkraut, beetroot, cucumbers (gherkins), sour cream, kohlrabi, mushrooms, sausages and smoked sausage. A meal owes it taste to the herbs and spices used; such as marjoram, dill, caraway seeds, parsley, or pepper. The most popular desserts are cakes and pastries. A shot of vodka is an appropriate addition to festive meals and help you to digest the food.

What places would you recommend visiting in Krakow?

There is plenty places to see. Although I would recommend to see 'Wawel Catedral' or 'The Barbican'.

Is it good to eat out in Krakow? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

The city is famous for the profusion of eateries. Restaurants in Krakow cater to all tastes. Typically, they merge local culinary traditions with foreign influences, Italian in the first place. Although haute cuisine may be pricey, one may eat in Krakow fairly cheaply and steer clear of fast foods at the same time. On the other hand, lovers of hamburgers, pizzas, and kebabs can easily find places serving their favourite fare anywhere in the downtown.

Is the nightlife good in Krakow? Where is good to go?

Where is good to go? In Krakow there is plenty of pubs and clubs. Everybody can find something that suit them.