Vistulan Boulevards, Kraków

Name: Vistulan Boulevards
Address: Kraków, Poland

#42 among attractions in Kraków

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Facts and practical information

The Vistulan Boulevards are historical hydraulic boulevards used for flood management in Kraków, Poland. The boulevards are structured from retaining walls, allowing the boulevards to perform a river port function. The nineteenth- and twentieth-century boulevards are used for flood management, namely during the floods of 1970, 1997, and 2010. ()

Local name: Bulwary wiślane w Krakowie Elevation: 673 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°3'8"N, 19°56'0"E

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Stare Miasto (Nowy Świat)Kraków Poland

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Day trips

Vistulan Boulevards – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wawel Castle, Wawel, Wawel Cathedral, Saints Peter and Paul Church.

~1150 ftNE
Medieval royal castle museum complex
Wawel Castle, Kraków
6 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...
~1440 ftNE
Palace
Wawel, Kraków
7 min walk • Wawel Royal Castle, perched on Wawel Hill in Kraków, Poland, stands as a magnificent testament to the country's royal heritage and architectural grandeur. This historic palace, dating back to the 14th century, was the residence of Polish kings for centuries and is a...
~1070 ftNE
Gothic cathedral and national sanctuary
Wawel Cathedral, Kraków
6 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...
0.4 miNE
Catholic church in the baroque style
Saints Peter and Paul Church, Kraków
10 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.
~370 ftN
Well-known cave with a dragon statue
Smocza Jama, Kraków
2 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...
~1730 ftSE
Historic Catholic church and sanctuary
Skałka, Kraków
9 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Kraków, Poland, Skałka, formally known as the Church on the Rock, is an architectural and spiritual gem that beckons visitors with its serene beauty and rich history. This sacred site, which is a small church and monastery complex, is...
~610 ftSW
Museum of Japanese art and culture
Manggha, Kraków
3 min walk • Manggha is a museum in Kraków, Poland. Until 2005, it was a branch of the National Museum of Kraków.
~980 ftN
Museum, Art museum
John Paul II Cathedral Museum, Kraków
5 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.
~660 ftNE
Church
St. George's Chapel, Kraków
4 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.
~1660 ftNE
Palace
Florian Mokrski Palace, Kraków
8 min walk • Florian Mokrski Palace - a historical building, located by Kanonicza Street in Kraków, Poland. The palace owes its name to Florian Mokrski, who from 1367 to 1380 was a Bishop of Kraków. Around 1540, the building became property of Jan Andrzej Valentino - the doctor of Queen Bona and Zygmunt I.
~1700 ftNE
Museum, Art museum
Muzeum Archidiecezjalne, Kraków
9 min walk • The Archdiocesan Museum in Krakow is a museum consisting of Cardinal Karol Wojtyła's former residence in Krakow in houses no. 19–21 at Kanonicza Street. The museum was established in 1906 by Cardinal Jan Puzyna, but in its present form has existed since 1994.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vistulan Boulevards?

Nearby attractions include Smok Wawelski, Kraków (2 min walk), Smocza Jama, Kraków (2 min walk), Sandomierska Tower, Kraków (3 min walk), Manggha, Kraków (3 min walk).

How to get to Vistulan Boulevards by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vistulan Boulevards:

Bus

Rondo Grunwaldzkie • Lines: 112, 162, Bus Michalus (6 min walk)
Bałuckiego • Lines: 112, 162 (10 min walk)

Tram

Orzeszkowej • Lines: 12, 18, 22, 52, 62 (7 min walk)
Rondo Grunwaldzkie • Lines: 12, 18, 22, 52, 62 (7 min walk)

Train

Kraków Zabłocie (29 min walk)
Krakow Main Station (34 min walk)