Academy of Music, Kraków

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The Academy of Music in Kraków is a conservatory located in central Kraków, Poland. It is the alma mater of the renowned Polish contemporary composer Krzysztof Penderecki, who was also its Rector for 15 years. The Academy is the only one in Poland to have two winners of the International Chopin Competition in Warsaw as well as a few further prize-winners among its alumni. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°3'42"N, 19°56'35"E

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Stare MiastoKraków Poland

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Academy of Music – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sukiennice Museum, Church of St. Adalbert, Cloth Hall, St. Mary's Basilica.

~1290 ftW
Museum showing 19th-century Polish art
Sukiennice Museum, Kraków
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kraków's Main Market Square, the Sukiennice Museum, also known as the Gallery of the 19th-Century Polish Art, is a cultural gem that beckons art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This illustrious museum is housed in the upper floor of the...
~1270 ftW
Romanesque 11th-century church
Church of St. Adalbert, Kraków
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kraków's bustling Old Town, the Church of St. Adalbert stands as a testament to the city's rich history and spiritual heritage. This venerable place of worship, with its origins dating back to the 11th century, is one of the oldest stone...
~1340 ftW
Market hall with a Polish art museum
Cloth Hall, Kraków
7 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...
~870 ftW
Landmark basilica with 2 towers
St. Mary's Basilica, Kraków
5 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...
~1270 ftN
Gothic 14th-century city gate tower
St. Florian's Gate, Kraków
7 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...
~710 ftW
Museum, Renaissance architecture
Italian House, Kraków
4 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...
~1340 ftW
Square, Historic walking areas
Main Square, Kraków
7 min walk • The main square of the Old Town of Kraków, Lesser Poland, is the principal urban space located at the center of the city. It dates back to the 13th century, and at 3.79 ha is the largest medieval town square in Europe.
~1250 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.
~840 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Eclectic architecture
Juliusz Słowacki Theatre, Kraków
5 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.
~1800 ftW
Nightlife
Piwnica Pod Baranami, Kraków
9 min walk • The Piwnica pod Baranami is a Polish literary cabaret located in Kraków, Poland. For over thirty years, in the People's Republic of Poland, Piwnica pod Baranami served as the most renowned political cabaret in the country, until the end of the communist era.
~920 ftW
Gothic architecture, Monuments and statues
Veit Stoss altarpiece in Kraków, Kraków
5 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Academy of Music?

Nearby attractions include Kościół pw. Matki Boskiej Śnieżnej, Kraków (1 min walk), Mikołajska Street, Kraków (1 min walk), Planty Park, Kraków (3 min walk), Kościół pw. Świętego Tomasza Apostoła, Kraków (4 min walk).

How to get to Academy of Music by public transport?

The nearest stations to Academy of Music:

Tram

Poczta Główna • Lines: 1, 10, 24, 3, 52, 62, 69 (4 min walk)
Teatr Słowackiego • Lines: 10, 14, 2, 20, 24, 3, 4, 44, 52, 62, 64, 69 (6 min walk)

Bus

Poczta Główna • Lines: 610 (4 min walk)
Teatr Słowackiego • Lines: 608, 610 (7 min walk)

Train

Krakow Main Station (14 min walk)
Kraków Zabłocie (29 min walk)