Park · Old Town, Krakow

Planty Park

Planty Park
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Planty Park follows the path of the medieval city fortifications. It offers a flat 4 km walking and cycling route with trees and benches. Several monuments stand along the paths.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Krakow: Weekend Escape

Visiting Planty Park: what to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
1-2 hours for the full loop
Best time
Spring to autumn
Getting there
On foot from the Main Market Square or Old Town tram stops

Krakow itineraries with Planty Park

Day 2 of Krakow: Weekend Escape

Wawel

How Planty Park fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Wawel CastleWawel
  2. 12:00Wawel CathedralWawel
  3. 14:00Wawel Dragon's DenWawel
  4. 15:30Planty ParkOld Town
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Planty Park FAQs

Is Planty Park free to enter?

Yes, the park has free entry at all times.

How long is the Planty Park loop?

The path forms a continuous 4 km ring around the Old Town.

Are there any sights inside Planty Park?

Visitors can see fragments of the old city walls and several monuments.

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