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From Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour & Hotel Pickup
7548 ReviewsExplore the Wieliczka Salt Mine on a guided tour from Krakow. Discover the history of salt extraction, admire intricate sculptures, and experience the unique underground atmosphere.
Highlights
- Marvel at the intricate salt sculptures and chapels deep within the mine
- Descend 800 stairs to explore a vast underground world of salt chambers
- Learn about the history of salt extraction and the mine's rich heritage
- Experience the unique acoustics and lighting of the underground chambers
- Enjoy a convenient round-trip transfer from Krakow to the salt mine
Description
Explore the famous Wieliczka Salt Mine on a guided tour from Krakow. Descend 800 stairs to reach a depth of 135 meters, immersing yourself in what feels like an entire underground city made of salt. Explore chambers adorned with salt sculptures, art displays, and vintage machinery harking back to its operational days as a salt mine. Discover the fascinating process of salt extraction as your guide shares insights into the mine's rich history. Take a moment to appreciate the unique acoustics of the space, where even the music of Chopin resonates in harmony with spectacular underground lighting. Gain knowledge about the therapeutic properties of salt as you traverse through various chambers. As your experience draws to a close, return to Krakow via convenient transportation, enriched by the unforgettable journey through the depths of the salt mine.Includes
Guided tour of Wieliczka Salt Mine Transportation from Krakow Entrance fees Skip-the-line entryImportant Information
- The temperature in the mine is constant (about 14°C), so warm clothing is recommended, even in the summer. There are 800 steps along the way, including 380 at the beginning, and there is no elevator available. The tour is not suitable for people with claustrophobia or mobility impairments In case of any changes, we will contact you the day before the tour.
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