Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, Kraków

Name: Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument
Address: Kraków, Poland

#68 among attractions in Kraków

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Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument in Kraków, is one of the best known bronze monuments in Poland. It is the work of artists: Leonard Marconi, professor of Lviv University born in Warsaw, and his son in law, sculptor Antoni Popiel. The equestrian bronze statue of Kościuszko—Polish and American hero of independence—is located along the west side entrance to the Wawel Castle in the Old Town. ()

Local name: Pomnik Tadeusza Kościuszki na Wawelu Coordinates: 50°3'24"N, 19°56'5"E

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Stare MiastoKraków Poland

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Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wawel Castle, Wawel Cathedral, Bishop's Palace, Saints Peter and Paul Church.

~650 ftS
Medieval royal castle museum complex
Wawel Castle, Kraków
4 min walk • Wawel Castle, a majestic royal residence and fortress, stands as a crowning jewel of Kraków, Poland. Perched atop Wawel Hill, the castle is not only a significant museum but also a testament to Poland's rich history, having been the political and cultural heart of the...
~710 ftS
Gothic cathedral and national sanctuary
Wawel Cathedral, Kraków
4 min walk • Wawel Cathedral, also known as the Royal Archcathedral Basilica of Saints Stanislaus and Wenceslaus, is a towering symbol of Kraków's historical and religious significance. Located on Wawel Hill, this Gothic church is not only a place of worship but also a pantheon of...
~1020 ftN
Palace
Bishop's Palace, Kraków
5 min walk • The Bishop's Palace in Kraków, Poland, stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry and the ecclesiastical prestige that has shaped its legacy. This grand residence, located in the heart of Kraków, serves as the official seat of the city's archbishops...
~710 ftE
Catholic church in the baroque style
Saints Peter and Paul Church, Kraków
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kraków, the Saints Peter and Paul Church is a baroque masterpiece and an architectural gem of the city. This Roman Catholic church, completed in 1619, stands as a testament to the religious and cultural history of Poland.
~840 ftE
Stone church built from 1079 to 1098 CE
St. Andrew's Church, Kraków
5 min walk • St. Andrew's Church stands as a historic jewel in the heart of Kraków, Poland, distinguished by its Romanesque architecture and storied past. Built between the 11th and 13th centuries, this fortress-like church is one of the best-preserved examples of Romanesque...
~1310 ftS
Well-known cave with a dragon statue
Smocza Jama, Kraków
7 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Kraków, Poland, Smocza Jama, or the Dragon's Den, is a fascinating cave that has captured the imagination of locals and tourists alike. This natural limestone cavern, located at the foot of Wawel Hill, is steeped in legend and history...
~700 ftS
Museum, Art museum
John Paul II Cathedral Museum, Kraków
4 min walk • The John Paul II Cathedral Museum is a museum in Kraków, Poland. It is situated on Wawel Hill, between the Vasa Gate and the former seat of the Castle Seminary, in the Cathedral House, which is composed of two 14th-century buildings.
~1000 ftN
13th-century church with Gothic murals
Church of St. Francis of Assisi, Kraków
5 min walk • The Church of St. Francis of Assisi with Monastery of the Franciscan Order located in the Old Town district of Kraków, Poland, is a Roman Catholic religious complex on the west side of All Saints Square at Franciszkańska 2, across the street from the Bishop's Palace – residence of Pope John Paul II during his stays in the city.
~1060 ftS
Church
St. George's Chapel, Kraków
6 min walk • St. George's Chapel was a place of worship at Wawel Castle in Kraków, Poland. It was both a royal chapel and the chapel of the commoners. The chapel was governed by the dean and canons of Wawel. The chapel was located in the outer courtyard of the castle hill. There are not many historical sources.
~630 ftNE
Museum, Natural history museum, Specialty museum
Geological Museum, Kraków
4 min walk • Muzeum Geologiczne Instytutu Nauk Geologicznych PAN w Krakowie is a museum in Kraków, Poland. The collection dates back to 1865.
~510 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
Archaeological Museum of Kraków, Kraków
3 min walk • The Archaeological Museum of Kraków is a historic museum in Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland. It was established in 1850.

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Which popular attractions are close to Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument?

Nearby attractions include Archaeological Museum of Kraków, Kraków (3 min walk), Muzeum Archidiecezjalne, Kraków (3 min walk), Geological museum, Kraków (3 min walk), Kanoniczna Street, Kraków (3 min walk).

How to get to Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument:

Tram

Filharmonia • Lines: 1, 13, 18, 2, 6, 69, 8 (5 min walk)
Plac Wszystkich Świętych • Lines: 1, 13, 18, 6, 69, 8 (6 min walk)

Bus

Jubilat • Lines: 109, 114, 124, 144, 164, 169, 173, 179, 194, 304, 424, 469, 503, 608, Bus Michalus, Telesfor Kraków => Limanowa, Telesfor Limanowa => Kraków (9 min walk)
Poczta Główna • Lines: 610 (11 min walk)

Train

Krakow Main Station (26 min walk)
Kraków Zabłocie (30 min walk)