Discover Krakow’s 200 best spots for a Couples' trip

Kraków Old Town

Wander Kraków's Old Town, the medieval core organised around its vast Main Market Square. Admire the Cloth Hall and St Mary's Basilica, then follow side streets and the leafy Planty park toward Wawel Hill.

Cyrano wine bar

★ 4.7 · 1,110 reviews

Descend into Cyrano, a candlelit wine bar housed in old brick cellars beneath an Old Town tenement. Share French dishes like frog legs and snails with a glass of wine in an intimate, atmospheric setting.

Restauracja Artesse by Juanlu Fernández

★ 4.7 · 123 reviews

Reserve a table at Restauracja Artesse for an unhurried tasting-menu evening in Krakow's old centre. Follow course after course of beautifully plated, seafood-led dishes.

William Rabbit & Co - speakeasy bar

★ 4.8 · 882 reviews

Discover William Rabbit & Co, a speakeasy where finding the door is half the fun. Ring the buzzer, follow your host down the rabbit hole, and settle in for expertly made, playful cocktails.

Amarylis Restaurant

★ 4.8 · 728 reviews

Discover Amarylis, the upscale dinner address tucked inside the Queen Boutique Hotel. Work through a seasonal European tasting menu with a wine or non-alcoholic pairing, accompanied by live piano music.

Kazimierz

Step into Kazimierz, Kraków's historic Jewish quarter and its most atmospheric district for an unhurried wander. Pass synagogues and old squares, browse galleries and vintage shops, then settle at a courtyard café or a Plac Nowy bar as evening arrives.

Bottiglieria 1881 Restaurant

★ 4.6 · 1,079 reviews

Step into Bottiglieria 1881 for a tasting-menu evening reimagining classic Polish cuisine. Take your time over creatively plated courses in a softly lit, composed dining room in Stare Miasto.

Restauracja Wierzynek

★ 4.4 · 1,481 reviews

Step into Restauracja Wierzynek, a royal-rooted dining room in the heart of Krakow's Old Town. Settle in beneath stained glass and knightly decor for refined Polish dishes like venison with black truffle.

Chopin Concert by Candle Glow

★ 4.3 · 1,239 reviews

Settle in for Chopin by Candle Glow, a nightly piano recital in a historic room near Wawel. Listen to Chopin and other composers by candlelight during a hushed, hour-long evening.

Pod Nosem

★ 4.4 · 1,076 reviews

Settle in at Pod Nosem for a quiet, candlelit-feeling evening of modern Polish cooking. Share wild boar dumplings, follow your server's suggestions and linger over a leisurely multi-course dinner.

Mercy Brown Cocktails Jazz & Burlesque

★ 4.8 · 2,267 reviews

Discover Mercy Brown, a speakeasy tucked behind a restaurant in Stare Miasto. Describe your taste, let the bartenders build the drink, and enjoy it to a soundtrack of live jazz.

Mr. Black

★ 4.7 · 1,088 reviews

Discover Mr. Black, a quirky cocktail bar hidden at the top of a staircase in Krakow's Old Town. Work through tarot-themed cocktails in a Gothic-meets-Victoriana setting made for a memorable evening.

Czarna Kaczka / Black Duck

★ 4.7 · 9,495 reviews

Discover Czarna Kaczka, the Black Duck, in a historic Old Town tenement house with a patio and bar. Share the whole roast duck with its crispy skin and potato gnocchi, the dish that reviewers rave about.

St. Mary's Basilica

★ 4.8 · 20,424 reviews

Enter St. Mary's Basilica, the Gothic landmark that defines Krakow's Main Square. Look up at the richly painted interior and spend time at the carved altarpiece, then step outside for the hourly trumpet call.

Main Square

★ 4.9 · 1,114 reviews

Stand in the Main Square, the grand open centre of Krakow's Old Town. Circle the Cloth Hall, admire the surrounding churches, and settle at a cafe table to watch the city move.

Chopin Piano Recital at Chopin Concert Hall

★ 4.6 · 2,743 reviews

Spend an evening with Chopin at the Chopin Concert Hall, steps from the Main Square. Enjoy a glass of wine, browse the composer gallery, then listen to a pianist perform his works in an intimate hall.

Planty

★ 4.7 · 23,788 reviews

Stroll the green ring that circles Kraków's old town, passing gardens, benches and monuments along the way. A free, relaxing walk that connects the main sights.

Albertina Restaurant & Wine

★ 4.6 · 715 reviews

Settle into Albertina Restaurant & Wine for an unhurried evening among white tablecloths in Stare Miasto. Order the lobster or the deer tartare and let the wine list guide the rest of your meal.

Dzikie Wino Wine Bar

★ 4.5 · 543 reviews

Discover Dzikie Wino Wine Bar, a cozy Old Town address where the atmosphere is as relaxed as the wine list is long. Sip your way through a glass or two with a colourful snack at your table.

Hana Sushi

★ 4.7 · 2,577 reviews

Step into Hana Sushi, a Michelin-listed Old Town restaurant with a calm, wooden zen-style interior. Sit down to carefully crafted sushi and the unagi that reviewers say is the city's best.

Teatr im. Juliusza Słowackiego w Krakowie

★ 4.8 · 5,901 reviews

Admire the Juliusz Słowacki Theatre, a Belle Epoque landmark in Krakow's Old Town. Catch a play or concert beneath its ornate Neo-Baroque interiors, or simply take in the grand facade.

Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas

★ 4.7 · 9,645 reviews

Discover Starka, a cosy Kazimierz restaurant where tradition meets creative modern cooking. Share a plate of mixed pierogi in the candlelit rooms or garden and finish with something from the long vodka list.

Father Bernatek’s Bridge

★ 4.8 · 14,425 reviews

Cross Father Bernatek's Bridge, where bronze acrobats dangle above the walkway. Stroll its length between Kazimierz and Podgórze and watch the figures sway, especially after dark when the lights come on.

Fiorentina

★ 4.6 · 2,234 reviews

Settle into Fiorentina, a brick-lined Old Town restaurant where Polish ingredients get an inventive, modern treatment. Work through carefully plated courses, from artichoke soup to sirloin, ending with one of the desserts.

Nami Beef and Reef

★ 4.6 · 1,268 reviews

Treat yourself at Nami Beef and Reef, an Old Town restaurant where beef meets seafood. Share wagyu tataki and uramaki, then finish with an Okinawa cocktail.

Chimera

★ 4.6 · 6,594 reviews

Discover Chimera, a gothic-style restaurant whose decor comes from its artist-owner. Build a plate of four or six salads and seasonal dishes from the daily selection and wash it down with a homemade lemonade.

Sababa cocktail bar

★ 4.6 · 600 reviews

Discover Sababa, a stylish Old Town cocktail bar known for an original drinks concept. Settle into its calm, pleasant atmosphere and work through creative cocktails served by attentive staff.

Botanical Garden of the Jagiellonian University

★ 4.7 · 14,155 reviews

Wander among orchids, carnivorous plants and a magical pond in one of Poland's oldest botanical gardens. A calm retreat close to the old town.

Eszeweria

★ 4.7 · 3,272 reviews

Discover Eszeweria, a Kazimierz bar where antique clutter and a tucked-away garden create an unmistakable mood. Wander through the vintage rooms, then settle outside with a drink in the leafy back area.

ZAZIE Bistro

★ 4.6 · 4,944 reviews

Settle into ZAZIE Bistro, a characterful French spot that spreads across two floors and a cellar. Order the white wine mussels with fries and linger over a classic bistro dinner in atmospheric surroundings.