Krakow Hen Do

• Country: Poland
• Language: Polish
• Currency: Zloty
• Cost of a vodka & mixer: 2-4 Zloty
• Airport: John Paul II International Airport
• Flight duration: 2hrs 40mins

Places to Eat in Krakow?

It’s been said that Krakow boasts more cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs per square metre than any other city in the whole world. Whether you believe that or not, what we do know is it is almost impossible to walk more than 50 metres without finding another restaurant or pub!

One place to try is Wierzynek - this restaurant rumours to have served numerous of celebrities over the years, from world leaders like Fidel Castro to Charles De Gaulle and fashion icons like Kate Moss. Spread out over four floors, this restaurant dates back to medieval times and is most famous for hosting the wedding celebrations for the Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV and Elizabeth of Pomerania in 1364!

Another fantastic city centre restaurant to explore is Starka. Situated in the Kazimierz district in the city centre (Krakow’s historic Jewish Quarter), this extremely popular restaurant is enjoyed by tourists and locals for its traditional Polish cuisine menu with specialities like spicy goulash soup and pierogi. Krakow doesn't just offer Polish cuisine, there's plenty of other foods you can indulge in - including fine dining. If you're after Mediterranean tastes than try Klimaty Południa Restaurant where you'll find a real working fire and cosy, welcoming atmosphere.

Local delicacies are easy to come by in this city. One of the traditional dishes you must try whilst in Krakow is Bigos, the Polish equivalent of Hunter’s Stew. This is traditionally a winter dish and is made in large batches from cabbage, leftover meat, onion, garlic and mushroom.

Pubs in Krakow

Aside from the longstanding tradition of vodka making, Poland has taken up a new brewing passion with craft beer and lager. More and more independent brewers and craft ale pubs are popping up all over the country, especially in cities like Krakow and Warsaw! If you and the girls are looking for a cosy spot to enjoy a local beer or two, then you’re in luck.

The first pub we think you should check out is House of Beer in the Old Town district. This traditional-style drinking hotspot stocks a wide variety of Polish, German, Lithuanian and Belgian beers for you to try plus many more from all over Europe and the rest of the world.

If you girls are looking for a little slice of home, then why not check out Krakow’s Bull Pub? This casually cosy drinking spot is a favourite for British tourists and those looking to catch the latest live sports. Being an English pub, The Bull serves up pretty much exactly what you’d find down at your local back home!

For a fantastic all day venue that definitely deserves a mention is CK Browar. This micro-brewery, restaurant and nightlife spot is as traditional as traditional gets! The interior of this pub features rustic exposed brick and wooden beams, making it the perfect setting to enjoy some delicious Polish cuisine or a locally-brewed beer. What makes this pub’s beer special is that it’s the only place in the city believed to still use the old Austro-Hungarian recipe. So whether you’re hoping to treat your taste buds or get psyched up for a night out, this is the place to head to.

Bars

Because of Poland’s low tax rate and lack of regulations on spirits, vodka is easily the most popular drink of choice. Krakow is no exception, and we think that you should head straight to one of the Old Town’s “Shot Bars” to experience some delicious flavoured vodka during your trip. One place to try is BaniaLuka. Known for its unbelievably cheap pints that can cost less than £1 and deliciously flavoured vodka shots that can cost even less, this is the ideal location to head to if you girls are looking to pre-drink at a local hotspot before a big night out.

Another brilliant place to check out some of Poland’s best flavoured vodka is the aptly-named Wodka Bar in the Old Town, located just a short walk away from St. Mary’s Basilica. One of the most popular drinking hotspots in the area, this bar boasts over 90 different kinds of flavoured vodka, with anything from caramel to coconut to choose from!

We all love a great cocktail, right? Well when you and the girls jet off to Krakow, this city has plenty of places to enjoy a cheeky martini or two! The first place we recommend checking out is Budda Cocktail Bar. Looking out onto the historic Old Town market square (Rynek Główny), this bar boasts a lovely beer garden area and front seating that makes for the perfect place to sit in the sun with a few drinks watching the crowds go by. If cocktail bars are your thing, then why not opt for a cocktail bar crawl hen party in Krakow?

For a really quirky experience, why not let your hair down and enjoy a few drinks with some in-house entertainment at Cybermachina Game Pub? Situated on Stolarska in the Old Town district, this bar is known universally as the most interesting place to drink in the entire city! This game-themed bar almost doubles up as an arcade, with games consoles, board games and much more available for punters to use. As well as a menu of themed cocktails and weird & wonderful drinks throughout, this is the perfect place to head to for a chilled evening or as a fun idea before a night out!

Nightclubs

Looking to go all-out and have one last big night out with the girls before the wedding? Then coming to Krakow to dance the night away is a great choice. As we’ve mentioned before, the student population in this city is teeming, meaning that the nightlife is as good as it comes… and Krakow’s nightclubs are no exception!

The biggest and arguably the liveliest place to consider is Prozak 2.0. Located in one of the oldest underground spaces anywhere in the city, this three-floor nightclub has hosted some of the best DJs in Poland and the rest of Europe and is a regular hotspot for techno and house music lovers and students alike.

Reasons to Visit Krakow

Krakow’s Old Town

Designated as one of the first urban UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Old Town is the heart of the city’s history and its present nightlife!

The Prices

Krakow is one of the cheapest places to visit in Europe, with the average pint of beer only setting you back around £1.50!

The Food

While Polish cuisine isn’t massively well-known around the world, this country’s underrated delicacies should definitely be tried on your visit at least once

The World War II History

From the city’s Jewish ghetto and Oskar Schindler’s factory to the Auschwitz and Kraków-Płaszów concentration camps that were built just outside the city during the war; all three now serve as a reminder to those who died in the Holocaust.

The Architecture

With a long history dating back to Medieval times, Krakow calls itself home to some of the oldest and most beautiful buildings to look at and explore in Poland.

The Café Culture

Much like Paris or London, Krakow has fully invested itself in the coffee scene, with unique and quirky cafes popping up all the time.

The People

Unlike some other cities in Europe, the welcome is warm and inviting to tourists in Krakow. The locals are also used to parties travelling to their city for their celebrations, so you’re guaranteed to feel welcome!

Brilliant Hen Party Activities

Whether you girls fancy getting your thrills with a session of extreme firearm shooting or taking in the sights with a relaxing private river cruise, Krakow has everything to make an unforgettable experience.

How to Get Around Krakow?

Although Krakow doesn’t have an underground metro system like the capital Warsaw does, the city does operate an efficient above-ground tram system that runs from the early hours of the morning until 11pm. This is probably the fastest and most reliable way to get from one place to another in the city, as parking can be difficult to find in the city centre if you plan on hiring a car and many streets in the city centre do not allow regular car traffic.

Krakow also has a well-run bus network that covers the city centre and the suburbs. If you need to get somewhere that’s slightly out of reach of the tram network, then this is probably your second best choice in terms of efficiency and cost. However, when it comes to exploring all the popular tourist attractions, most are all within walking distance from each other! So if you plan your route properly, walking the majority of Krakow’s busiest areas will prove to be a great idea.