Krakow · Old Town
Main Square (Rynek Główny)
One of the largest medieval squares in Europe, with the Cloth Hall in the middle and St Mary's Basilica at one corner.
- 1 h 30
- Free
- Booking: not needed
- Old Town
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The square is the centre of the Old Town and the starting point for most visits. In the middle stands the Cloth Hall, with market stalls on the ground floor and a gallery above. St Mary's Basilica, with its two towers, closes one side.
What to look for
- The Cloth Hall
- The two towers of St Mary's Basilica
- The Town Hall Tower
Opening hours
Always open.
Source: Municipal Office of Kraków, checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Free. Walking the square costs nothing.
Getting there
The square is in the pedestrian centre, a short walk from Kraków Główny station through the Planty.
Tip
Visit once in the morning and again at night, when the buildings are lit and the cafés fill up.