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Wieliczka Salt Mine

At the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, plunge 135 meters deep into a curious world of underground rooms, saline lakes, chapels, tunnels, and even monuments. Book Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets to enjoy guided tours, skip-the-line entry, return transfers, combo offers, and half-day tours from Krakow.
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Slide 1 of 11, Visitors exploring the illuminated salt lake in the Wieliczka Salt Mine, Poland.
Visitors exploring the illuminated salt lake in the Wieliczka Salt Mine, Poland.
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  • Skip the ticket line and join a guided tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mine, with entrance fees included in your booking.

  • Explore winding tunnels, vast chambers, salt-hewn chapels, crystal-clear underground lakes, and intricate carvings along the official tour route.

  • Hear stories from your expert guide 135m underground, like how miners once held ballroom dances in the salt-carved chambers.

  • Headsets ensure you catch every detail as you wander through this UNESCO-listed marvel.

  • Customize your experience with a guided tour in the language of your choice, including convenient hotel transfers or pick-up from a designated meeting point.

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  • Skip the ticket line and join a guided tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mine, with entrance fees included in your booking.

  • Explore winding tunnels, vast chambers, salt-hewn chapels, crystal-clear underground lakes, and intricate carvings along the official tour route.

  • Hear stories from your expert guide 135m underground, like how miners once held ballroom dances in the salt-carved chambers.

  • Headsets ensure you catch every detail as you wander through this UNESCO-listed marvel.

  • Customize your experience with a guided tour in the language of your choice, including convenient hotel transfers or pick-up from a designated meeting point.

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zł145.12
Slide 1 of 14, Visitors exploring the Wieliczka Salt Mine chapel with chandeliers and salt carvings.
Visitors exploring the Wieliczka Salt Mine chapel with chandeliers and salt carvings.
4 hrs - 8 hrs 8 mins
Transfers available
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  • Journey deep underground to explore vast chambers, shimmering salt lakes, and intricate chapels carved from salt at the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

  • Skip the ticket line and enjoy included transportation and entry for a seamless trip from Krakow.

  • Hear captivating tales of miners and Princess Kinga, whose lost ring was found in the salt, shared by expert guides in the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

  • Admire salt-carved chapels, crystal-clear lakes, and ornate sculptures lit by chandeliers in vast, awe-inspiring underground halls.

  • Choose options with hotel pickup and drop-off or a local guide in your preferred language for extra comfort and ease.

More details
  • Journey deep underground to explore vast chambers, shimmering salt lakes, and intricate chapels carved from salt at the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

  • Skip the ticket line and enjoy included transportation and entry for a seamless trip from Krakow.

  • Hear captivating tales of miners and Princess Kinga, whose lost ring was found in the salt, shared by expert guides in the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

  • Admire salt-carved chapels, crystal-clear lakes, and ornate sculptures lit by chandeliers in vast, awe-inspiring underground halls.

  • Choose options with hotel pickup and drop-off or a local guide in your preferred language for extra comfort and ease.

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zł249.68
Slide 1 of 12, Auschwitz-Birkenau barbed wire fence and Wieliczka Salt Mine sculptures, Krakow tour.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barbed wire fence and Wieliczka Salt Mine sculptures, Krakow tour.
10 hrs 30 mins - 11 hrs
Transfers available
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  • Go on an 11-hour guided tour, visiting both Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in one day. A perfect way to explore two iconic sites!

  • Travel in comfort with included air-conditioned bus transfers and the support of a professional tour leader.

  • Explore the haunting original barracks and see powerful memorials at Auschwitz-Birkenau.

  • Descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine to discover vast chambers, salt sculptures, and centuries-old mining heritage.

  • Skip the hassle of logistics; hotel or meeting point pickup and drop-off are provided for a seamless day trip.

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  • Go on an 11-hour guided tour, visiting both Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in one day. A perfect way to explore two iconic sites!

  • Travel in comfort with included air-conditioned bus transfers and the support of a professional tour leader.

  • Explore the haunting original barracks and see powerful memorials at Auschwitz-Birkenau.

  • Descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine to discover vast chambers, salt sculptures, and centuries-old mining heritage.

  • Skip the hassle of logistics; hotel or meeting point pickup and drop-off are provided for a seamless day trip.

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zł459
Slide 1 of 13, Wawel Royal Castle exterior with towers and courtyard in Krakow, Poland.
Wawel Royal Castle exterior with towers and courtyard in Krakow, Poland.
7 hrs 30 mins
Transfers available
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  • Plan a day trip from Krakow that bundles two sites, round-trip transfers, a meal and a guide into one booking so you can relax and enjoy more.

  • Meet your group in Krakow and join round-trip transfers with your guide that take you out to the attractions and bring you back to the city later.

  • Explore Wawel Castle, its cathedral and Wieliczka Salt Mine on guided visits that include entry to one castle exhibition and interiors at each site.

  • Listen as your expert guide links the castle, cathedral and salt mine stories, then pause with your group for lunch before returning to Krakow.

  • Select the tour language you want, choosing an English, French or Italian guide so you can follow the stories, directions and tips all day.

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  • Plan a day trip from Krakow that bundles two sites, round-trip transfers, a meal and a guide into one booking so you can relax and enjoy more.

  • Meet your group in Krakow and join round-trip transfers with your guide that take you out to the attractions and bring you back to the city later.

  • Explore Wawel Castle, its cathedral and Wieliczka Salt Mine on guided visits that include entry to one castle exhibition and interiors at each site.

  • Listen as your expert guide links the castle, cathedral and salt mine stories, then pause with your group for lunch before returning to Krakow.

  • Select the tour language you want, choosing an English, French or Italian guide so you can follow the stories, directions and tips all day.

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zł570
Slide 1 of 9, Wieliczka Salt Mine chapel and visitors at Schindler's Factory, Krakow tour.
Wieliczka Salt Mine chapel and visitors at Schindler's Factory, Krakow tour.
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Slide 1 of 10, Wieliczka Salt Mine chapel with ornate salt carvings and chandelier.
Wieliczka Salt Mine chapel with ornate salt carvings and chandelier.
11 hrs
Transfers available
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  • Explore two concentration camps and one historic mine in one tour.

  • Pay your respects to Holocaust victims and get insights into the lives lived by them as you explore Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with your tour guide.

  • Visit the largest concentration camp of the Nazi Holocaust and learn more about its dark history.

  • Unwind and relax as you indulge in a wholesome meal with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.

  • After this descend 135 meters below ground level to the Wieliczka Salt Mine and explore the chambers, sculptures, and miner workplaces, all with your tour guide.

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  • Explore two concentration camps and one historic mine in one tour.

  • Pay your respects to Holocaust victims and get insights into the lives lived by them as you explore Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with your tour guide.

  • Visit the largest concentration camp of the Nazi Holocaust and learn more about its dark history.

  • Unwind and relax as you indulge in a wholesome meal with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.

  • After this descend 135 meters below ground level to the Wieliczka Salt Mine and explore the chambers, sculptures, and miner workplaces, all with your tour guide.

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zł510
Slide 1 of 11, Chapel of Saint Kinga in Wieliczka salt mine with altar and chandelier.
Chapel of Saint Kinga in Wieliczka salt mine with altar and chandelier.
1 hr - 8 hrs 8 mins
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  • Explore Poland’s historic salt mine, active since the 13th century, then delve into Krakow’s wartime history at a factory that once served as a refuge, with all transportation taken care of.

  • Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport and an English-speaking driver, and enjoy guided tours at both the UNESCO-listed salt mine and the factory.

  • Learn the stories of the Jewish citizens Schindler's Factory sheltered during WWII. See the moving exhibition 'Krakow under Nazi Occupation 1939-45'.

  • This 6-hour itinerary includes round-trip transfers, covering the 40-minute drive from Krakow city center to the salt mine and the 30-minute journey from the mine to the factory, so you can focus on exploring salt-carved chapels, underground lakes, and wartime narratives without any logistical stress.

  • For extra ease, you can upgrade to include hotel pick-up and drop-off, making the experience completely hassle-free.

More details
  • Explore Poland’s historic salt mine, active since the 13th century, then delve into Krakow’s wartime history at a factory that once served as a refuge, with all transportation taken care of.

  • Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport and an English-speaking driver, and enjoy guided tours at both the UNESCO-listed salt mine and the factory.

  • Learn the stories of the Jewish citizens Schindler's Factory sheltered during WWII. See the moving exhibition 'Krakow under Nazi Occupation 1939-45'.

  • This 6-hour itinerary includes round-trip transfers, covering the 40-minute drive from Krakow city center to the salt mine and the 30-minute journey from the mine to the factory, so you can focus on exploring salt-carved chapels, underground lakes, and wartime narratives without any logistical stress.

  • For extra ease, you can upgrade to include hotel pick-up and drop-off, making the experience completely hassle-free.

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zł426.18
Slide 1 of 9, St. Mary's Basilica at sunset in Krakow with Krakow Card logo in foreground.
St. Mary's Basilica at sunset in Krakow with Krakow Card logo in foreground.
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  • Get access to 23 of Kraków’s top museums and attractions with one convenient city card—no need to buy separate tickets at each site.

  • Visit iconic spots like the Polish Aviation Museum, the Rynek Underground Museum beneath Kraków’s Main Square, and the Princes Czartoryski Museum, home to da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine.

  • Enjoy unlimited tram and bus travel across the city, making it easy to move between attractions with your 1, 2, or 3-day pass.

  • Dive into Polish history at museums dedicated to art, archaeology, aviation, and wartime stories, including the National Museum, Kosciuszko Mound, and Home Army Museum.

  • Once you book, all voucher details are sent to your inbox—just head to one of the designated pickup points in Kraków to collect and activate your card.

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  • Get access to 23 of Kraków’s top museums and attractions with one convenient city card—no need to buy separate tickets at each site.

  • Visit iconic spots like the Polish Aviation Museum, the Rynek Underground Museum beneath Kraków’s Main Square, and the Princes Czartoryski Museum, home to da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine.

  • Enjoy unlimited tram and bus travel across the city, making it easy to move between attractions with your 1, 2, or 3-day pass.

  • Dive into Polish history at museums dedicated to art, archaeology, aviation, and wartime stories, including the National Museum, Kosciuszko Mound, and Home Army Museum.

  • Once you book, all voucher details are sent to your inbox—just head to one of the designated pickup points in Kraków to collect and activate your card.

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Slide 1 of 6, Wieliczka Salt Mine interior with illuminated wooden stairs and chandelier.
Wieliczka Salt Mine interior with illuminated wooden stairs and chandelier.
3 hrs
  • Make your way to one of Poland’s most famous historic monuments, the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry into the centuries-old underground mine.

  • Explore the maze of chambers, salt monuments, and shrines that date back to the 13th century.

  • Learn more about one of the world's oldest operating salt mines from an expert guide, choosing among seven language options.

More details
  • Make your way to one of Poland’s most famous historic monuments, the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry into the centuries-old underground mine.

  • Explore the maze of chambers, salt monuments, and shrines that date back to the 13th century.

  • Learn more about one of the world's oldest operating salt mines from an expert guide, choosing among seven language options.

from
zł270

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Opt for a guided tour of Wieliczka Salt Mine as the expertise of a guide can unravel the mysteries of this subterranean world, offering insights into its history, geology, and the extraordinary tales of miners who toiled here. Most tours offer guides in multiple languages so ensure that you select the tour that provides guidance in your preferred language for the best experience.

About Wieliczka Salt Mine

The Wieliczka Salt Mine, situated near Krakow, Poland, is a mesmerizing underground world that dates back to the 13th century. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has been captivating visitors for centuries with its intricate salt-carved chapels, chambers, and underground lakes.


AddressDaniłowicza 10, 32-020 Wieliczka, Poland
Also known asKopalnia soli Wieliczka
Visitors per year1200000
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
Unesco status1978

Did you know?

Lying at a depth of 1073 feet, the Wieliczka Salt Mine plunges even deeper than the height of the Eiffel Tower by approximately 10 feet.

Why visit Wieliczka Salt Mine?

Historical marvel

Step back in time as you descend into the depths of the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Dating back to the 13th century, this underground complex (with 300 kilometres worth of pathways) offers a fascinating glimpse into centuries of salt mining tradition, innovation, and folklore.

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What our guests say

Isabel H

Couple
May 2026
Highly recommended. It’s breathtaking. Our guide explained everything very well, and the pace was also very comfortable. There’s a restaurant in the mountain hut on the last stretch, which is also very nice. It’s definitely worth the trip.

Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Tickets

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