Discover Krakow’s 18 best Parks nature spots for your trip

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.

Zakrzówek Park

★ 4.8 · 6,012 reviews

Find turquoise water and cliffs in a former limestone quarry just minutes from the old town. A beautiful, unusual stop for couples and photographers.

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.

Las Wolski

★ 4.8 · 629 reviews

Escape into a protected forest of hills, trails and wildlife right next to the city. A relaxing day out for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers.

Henryk Jordan Park

★ 4.8 · 13,888 reviews

Picnic by the pond or rent a bike in a classic English-style park. A favourite local outing for families who want space to play.

Polish Airmen Park

★ 4.7 · 10,015 reviews

Run, cycle or simply wander through a vast wooded park with room for everyone. A green escape for families, joggers and couples.

Zalew Bagry

★ 4.6 · 1,401 reviews

Swim, kayak or sunbathe at a lakeside spot in Kraków. A summer favourite for families and friends who want a day by the water.

Zakopane Snowmobiles, Bonfire & Hot Springs Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,300 reviews

Spend a full day on the Zakopane Snowmobiles, Bonfire & Hot Springs Tour, leaving Krakow at dawn for the mountains. Ride a quad or snowmobile with an instructor, warm up by a highlander bonfire, then soak in thermal pools.

Decius Park

★ 4.7 · 3,268 reviews

Enjoy a quiet stroll in a charming, well-kept park near the Vistula. A relaxed stop for families and couples exploring the west of Kraków.

Park im.Wojciecha Bednarskiego w Podgórzu

★ 4.8 · 5,231 reviews

Walk among tall trees in a peaceful park, ideally at sunset when the light turns golden. A quiet, romantic stop in the Podgórze district.

Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka

★ 4.8 · 11,118 reviews

Trade Krakow's streets for the Tatra foothills, wooden villages and warm thermal pools. Ride the funicular to Gubałówka, taste local cheese and finish with a soak.

Park im. Anny i Erazma Jerzmanowskich w Prokocimiu

★ 4.7 · 2,691 reviews

Join the locals in a well-loved neighbourhood park in southeast Kraków. A calm, green stop for anyone who likes to avoid the tourist crowds.

Park Dębnicki w Krakowie

★ 4.7 · 2,017 reviews

Relax in a quiet park of flower beds and blossoming trees, far from the tourist crowds. A peaceful stop that suits dog owners and slow walkers.

Zakopane & Tatra Mountains Tour with Cable Car

★ 4.8 · 964 reviews

Spend a day in the Tatra foothills with highland villages and mountain views. Ride the Gubałówka funicular, try regional cheese and stroll Krupówki Street.

Reduta Park

★ 4.7 · 2,183 reviews

Walk through a big, quiet local park in northern Kraków. A simple, spacious stop for travellers who like to see the real city.

Park Tysiąclecia w Krakowie

★ 4.6 · 3,270 reviews

Walk the quiet trails of a large local park with playgrounds and flower beds. A practical stop for families who want to spend time outdoors.

Park Duchacki

★ 4.7 · 714 reviews

Take a quiet stroll around a small lake in a local Kraków park. A relaxed, low-key stop for families who want to see everyday city life.

Park Krakowski

Slow down in a quiet local park away from the tourist trail. A simple, green stop for travellers who like to see how locals spend their time.