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.![Wieliczka Salt Mine](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/a76db0d28e2de964925699bd5e313c05-https-__scorpio.headout.com_admin_vendor_experiencelisting_1900_change_2197-krakow-02-krakow--attractions_wieliczka-salt-mine-01.jpg?w=588&h=300&crop=faces&auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=min)
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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.
Address
Daniłowicza 10, 32-020 Wieliczka, Poland
Also known as
Kopalnia soli Wieliczka
Visitor’s per year
1200000
Expected wait time - Standard
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
Unesco status
1978
Why visit Wieliczka Salt Mine?
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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.
- The mine has 800 stairs and an extensive tunnel network that stretches almost 300 kilometers across nine levels.
- Salt's unique preservation properties have kept ancient mining tools and machinery remarkably intact inside the mine, offering a glimpse into centuries-old mining practices and technology.
- Beyond tours, the mine serves as a unique venue for various events, from concerts and banquets to conferences, adding a touch of history and intrigue to the occasion.
- The Wieliczka Salt Mine doubles as an unconventional health resort, with its microclimate believed to offer therapeutic benefits for respiratory ailments.
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Wieliczka Salt Mine Guide
Wieliczka Salt Mine Guide
The Wieliczka salt mine, 14 kilometers southeast of Kraków, has been hosting tourists since 1722 and is now one of Poland's most famous destinations. It is a 300-kilometer labyrinth of tunnels and chambers spread across nine levels, the lowest of which is 327 meters underground. Explore churches with altarpieces and figures among the salt-hewn formations, as well as statues and monuments — and even underground lakes. Book Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets and find out more about the best time to visit, location, and what to expect.
All Your Wieliczka Salt Mine Tickets Options
All Your Wieliczka Salt Mine Tickets Options
The Wieliczka Salt Mine is quite popular among visitors in Poland. There are different types of tickets to choose from; aside from regular admission tickets, you can pick from priority access tickets, guided tours, or combo tours.
Admission Tickets
Skip-the-Line Tickets
Guided Tours
Combo Tours
These are the standard entry tickets that you can pick to visit Wieliczka Salt Mine. This ticket will grant you direct entry, at which point you are free to explore the attraction on your own. You will not, however, be able to access the Graduation Tower and the Miner’s Route with this ticket.
Recommended experiences
Recommended experiences
Get entry into one of the oldest salt mines in the world. Learn about its fascinating history, antique mining gear used, salt extraction techniques, and more during your visit.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Wieliczka Salt Mine, which contains approximately 2,400 underground chambers with salt monuments, a cathedral, and mining equipment dating back to the 13th century. These tickets will let you access this attraction without queueing for a long time. Pick these skip-the-line tickets if you want to make the most of your time.
Recommended Experiences
Explore the underground salt mines and visit the maze of chambers, salt memorials, and shrines with this ticket. Skip-the-lines and enjoy direct entry into the salt mines.
What better way to explore the remarkable salt mines than on a guided tour? With an expert guide by your side, learn interesting facts and trivia about this unique sight. Your guide will accompany you across the crowds and into the mines, where you’ll embark on a fascinating journey.
Recommended Experiences
Take a deep dive into the history, science, and significance of the salt mines with an expert guide by your side on a Wieliczka Salt Mine tour. Enjoy round trip transport to and from your hotel.
A great way to make the most of your time in Krakow is by booking a combo tour that offers entry to two or more attractions for a lesser price. Along with the Wieliczka Salt Mine, get entry to popular attractions such as the Auschwitz-Birkenau, Oskar Schindler’s Factory, Krakow Ghettos and more. Enjoy benefits such as round trip return transfers, flexible cancelation, and the service of an expert guide.
Recommended Experiences
On this combo tour, visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest concentration camp of the Nazi era, and then descend 135 meters underground into the interesting Wieliczka Salt Mine.
Plan Your Visit to Wieliczka Salt Mine
Plan Your Visit to Wieliczka Salt Mine
Opening Hours
Getting There
Guidelines/Facilities
What are Wieliczka Salt Mine opening hours of operation?
The Wieliczka Salt Mine is open from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM between Monday to Friday and from 9:00 AM to 5:00 on Saturday & Sunday.
What is the best time to visit Wieliczka Salt Mines?
Since the mines are underground, the temperature within would be cool during summer and quite cold during the winter. Either season could be chosen for your tour. Winter temperatures may feel much colder underground, so do keep that in mind. However, to escape large crowds, avoid visiting during the holiday months, between June and September, as well as December.
How long will it take to complete a tour of Wieliczka Salt Mines?
It should take up to 2.5 hours to complete a Wieliczka Salt Mine tour.
Where are the Wieliczka Salt Mines located?
Wieliczka Salt Mine is located at Daniłowicza 10, 32-020 Wieliczka, Poland.
Google Map Directions
Google Map Directions
How far are the Wieliczka Salt Mines from Krakow?
It would take about 40-45 minutes to reach Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow.
Can I take the train to Wieliczka Salt Mines?
Yes, you can take a suburban train from Krakow Gówny to Wieliczka Rynek Kopalnia and get out at Wieliczka Rynek Kopalnia. In a few minutes, you may walk from the station to the Wieliczka Salt Mine.
Can I take the bus to Wieliczka Salt Mines?
Yes, you may get a bus near Galeria Krakowska at the Dworzec Gówny Zachód stop. If you are going to the Daniowicz Shaft, get off at the Wieliczka Kopalnia Soli stop; if you are going to the Regis Shaft, get off at the Wieliczka Rynek stop.
Is photography permitted at Wieliczka Salt Mine?
Yes, photography is permitted if you purchase a special permit at the entry. Visitors are not permitted to take photos without the permit.
Are Wieliczka Salt Mines wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the tourist route of Wieliczka Salt Mine is wheelchair accessible. An elevator is available for differently-abled visitors to descend into the mines.
Is storage facility available at Wieliczka Salt Mine?
Yes, storage facility is available at Wieliczka Salt Mine. Guests are to leave any large bag or equipment in the cloakroom.
What should I wear to the Wieliczka Salt Mine?
It is recommended that guests carry a jacket or sweater since the mines tend to get quite cold and wear comfortable walking shoes due to the uneven ground of the mines.
What to See at Wieliczka Salt Mine?
What to See at Wieliczka Salt Mine?
There are a number of interesting attractions inside the Wieliczka Salt Mine that make it one of the most-visited attractions in Krakow. Here are a few that should definitely be on your tour.
Old Corridor
This corridor at the Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the first places you reach on your visit to this attraction. The corridor is important because it used to be the access point for most of the workers at the mine. The walls of the corridor can be seen propped up with large wooden beams.
Last Supper Carving
Antoni Wdorek was commissioned to recreate this masterpiece as a wall carving at the Wieliczka Salt Mine in 1927. The Last Supper carving now adorns the walls of St. Kinga’s Chapel here.
St. Kinga’s Shaft and Chapel
About 101 meters below the ground lies the St. Kinga’s Chapel which can be accessed by a shaft. This sacred space is only open for visitors and for selected religious celebrations. Despite its location, the interior of the chapel is quite grand and mystical.
Cracow Saltworks Museum
The Cracow Saltworks Museum's subterranean displays here are placed on the third level of the mine, at a depth of 135 meters. The museum's 19 rooms include a wealth of knowledge on the Cracow Saltworks, organized historically and thematically in a serene and introspective environment.
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Wieliczka Salt Mine Tickets FAQs
Wieliczka Salt Mine Tickets FAQs
Are the Wieliczka Salt Mines open now?
Yes, the Wieliczka Salt Mine is open now to the public with several strict safety measures in mind.
Are Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets available online now?
Yes, the Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets are available online now. Guests are advised to prebook their tickets online so as to receive their preferred date and time slot to visit.
What are the different types of Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets?
The different Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets include admission tickets, skip-the-line tickets, guided tours, and combo tickets.
Are discounts available on Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets?
Children between 2-17 years and students with official government IDs enjoy discounted tickets.
Is skip-the-line entry included in Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets?
Yes, skip-the-line entry is included in skip-the-line Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets. These allow you to bypass the long waiting lines and save time.
Are return transfers included in Wieliczka Salt Mine tours?
Yes, return transfers are included in guided tour Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets. You will be picked-up and dropped back to either your hotel or a common meeting point in the city.
What are Wieliczka Salt Mine opening hours?
The Wieliczka Salt Mine is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday, and from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM between Monday to Friday.
How do I get to Wieliczka Salt Mine?
You can take a suburban train from Krakow Gówny to Wieliczka Rynek Kopalnia and get out at Wieliczka Rynek Kopalnia. In a few minutes, you may walk from the station to the Wieliczka Salt Mine. You can also get a bus near Galeria Krakowska at the Dworzec Gówny Zachód stop. If you are going to the Daniowicz Shaft, get off at the Wieliczka Kopalnia Soli stop; if you are going to the Regis Shaft, get off at the Wieliczka Rynek stop.
What is the best time to visit Wieliczka Salt Mine?
Since the mines are underground, the temperature within would be cool during summer and quite cold during the winter. Either season could be chosen for your tour. Winter temperatures may feel much colder underground, so do keep that in mind. However, to escape large crowds, avoid visiting during the holiday months, between June and September, as well as December.
Are the Wieliczka Salt Mines wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the tourist route of Wieliczka Salt Mine is wheelchair accessible. Elevator access is available to the underground tunnels for differently abled visitors.