Kościół pw. Świętego Krzyża, Kraków

Name: Kościół pw. Świętego Krzyża
Address: Ul. św. Krzyża 23, Kraków, Poland

#193 among attractions in Kraków

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Holy Cross Church is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Kraków's Old Town at 2 St. Spirit Square, next to the Juliusz Słowacki Theatre.

Alternative names: Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 50°3'48"N, 19°56'36"E

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Ul. św. Krzyża 23Stare MiastoKraków Poland

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Kościół pw. Świętego Krzyża – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Barbican, Cloth Hall, St. Mary's Basilica, St. Florian's Gate.

~860 ftNW
Late 15th-century fortified gateway
Barbican, Kraków
5 min walk • The Barbican of Kraków stands as a historical fortress and a relic of the city's medieval defensive walls. This circular bastion, constructed in the late 15th century, is one of the few remaining examples of such fortifications in Europe and is considered an...
~1510 ftSW
Market hall with a Polish art museum
Cloth Hall, Kraków
8 min walk • The Cloth Hall, known locally as Sukiennice, is a historic trading hub and one of the most recognizable landmarks in the heart of Kraków, Poland. This Renaissance-era gem, nestled in the center of the Main Market Square, dates back to the 14th century and was a major...
~1100 ftSW
Landmark basilica with 2 towers
St. Mary's Basilica, Kraków
6 min walk • St. Mary's Basilica, with its twin spires reaching skyward and intricate Gothic architecture, stands as a testament to Kraków's historical and cultural significance. Located in the heart of the city's Main Market Square, this church has become an emblem of Poland's...
~710 ftNW
Gothic 14th-century city gate tower
St. Florian's Gate, Kraków
4 min walk • St. Florian's Gate, the iconic remnant of the medieval fortifications that once encircled Kraków, Poland, stands as a poignant memorial to the city's rich history. Erected in the 14th century, this Gothic tower is one of the few surviving parts of the defensive walls...
~1130 ftN
Monuments and statues
Grunwald Monument, Kraków
6 min walk • The Grunwald Monument in Kraków stands as a powerful tribute to the historical Battle of Grunwald, one of the most significant triumphs in Polish history. This commanding statue, designed by Antoni Wiwulski and Marian Konieczny, is a prominent feature in the city's...
~910 ftSW
Museum, Renaissance architecture
Italian House, Kraków
5 min walk • The Italian House, also known as Dom Włoski, is an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Kraków, Poland, reflecting the city's rich historical tapestry. Located at Szpitalna 32, this building is a testament to the cultural and artistic exchanges between Poland...
~1380 ftW
Museum, History museum
Rynek Underground, Kraków
7 min walk • The underground square central museum of Kraków is situated below the market square of the city. The museum is approximately 4000 square meters in size. Work on the underground square first began at the start of 2009 and cost 38 million zloty. The museum first opened on 24 September 2010, at the time only displaying regular exhibitions.
~190 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Eclectic architecture
Juliusz Słowacki Theatre, Kraków
1 min walk • Juliusz Słowacki Theatre is a 19th-century Eclectic theatre-opera house in the heart of Kraków, Poland, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Erected in 1893, it was modeled after some of the best European Baroque and Eclectic theatres such as the Palais Garnier in Paris.
~1020 ftNW
Palatial museum of fine art and handicraft
Czartoryski Museum, Kraków
5 min walk • The Princes Czartoryski Museum – often abbreviated to Czartoryski Museum – is a historic museum in Kraków, Poland, and one of the country's oldest museums. The initial collection was formed in 1796 in Puławy by Princess Izabela Czartoryska. The Museum officially opened in 1878.
~1140 ftSW
Gothic architecture, Monuments and statues
Veit Stoss altarpiece in Kraków, Kraków
6 min walk • The Altarpiece by Veit Stoss, also St. Mary's Altar, is a large Gothic altarpiece and a national treasure of Poland. It is located behind the high altar of St. Mary's Basilica in the city of Kraków. The altarpiece was carved between 1477 and 1489 by the German-born sculptor Veit Stoss who lived and worked in the city for over 20 years.
~1370 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Kraków
7 min walk • Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a Roman Catholic church of the Jesuits in Kraków.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kościół pw. Świętego Krzyża?

Nearby attractions include Juliusz Słowacki Theatre, Kraków (1 min walk), Academy of Music, Kraków (4 min walk), Kościół pw. Świętego Tomasza Apostoła, Kraków (4 min walk), Stare Mury, Kraków (4 min walk).

How to get to Kościół pw. Świętego Krzyża by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kościół pw. Świętego Krzyża:

Tram

Teatr Słowackiego • Lines: 10, 14, 2, 20, 24, 3, 4, 44, 52, 62, 64, 69 (3 min walk)
Poczta Główna • Lines: 1, 10, 24, 3, 52, 62, 69 (7 min walk)

Bus

Teatr Słowackiego • Lines: 608, 610 (4 min walk)
Poczta Główna • Lines: 610 (8 min walk)

Train

Krakow Main Station (11 min walk)
Kraków Zabłocie (32 min walk)