The most romantic places in Krakow

When love is in the air, couples head to Europe’s most romantic destinations. Paris, Venice, Krakow. Okay, that last city might not be first on your list. Yet, there is more amour than you might expect in a city that steals hearts and tops surveys of the best European city break.  

Whether you’re looking for an exceptional Valentine’s getaway or celebrating your enduring love, Krakow merits a second look. Here’s why.

Romance comes in many forms. Happily, Krakow delivers something for every couple. 

Horse-drawn carriages and picturesque parks check the box for a traditional romantic destination. While offbeat activities like the Museum of Illusions and the surreal Womai sensory exhibition don’t fit into any box. But will appeal to couples looking to create fresh and exciting memories.  

In the background is an abundance of stylish restaurants to persuade Cupid to fire an arrow or two. While jazz clubs and colourful bars enliven evenings, ensuring there’s never a dull moment.  

We dive deeper into the city’s leading attractions in our pick of what to do in Kraków. Here are a few highlights that lend themselves to a romantic getaway.  

Couples who only have eyes for each other might want to step off the beaten path and enjoy each other’s company. Here are a few romantic destinations to find tranquillity. 

It wouldn’t be a trip for couples without fabulous places for date nights and flirtatious liaisons.  

To woo and wow, head to the fine dining temple. Visit the beautiful garden of Garden Restaurant or grab a table for two at the artsy, French-inspired Filipa 18.

For a touch of decadence, the plush Szara Gęś, parked right on the old market square, is another winner for couples. Although you can’t beat the city-wide views from fusion-food masters, Oranżeria. 

For Valentines and proposals, the sumptuous tasting menu at Michelin two stars restaurant Bottigliera 1881, is a local benchmark for innovation and sophistication. Don’t forget the ring. 

Kraków is chock-full of cafés that add to its growing reputation as a romantic destination.  

Try Camelot for vintage décor and round tables made for couples, not knights. For cerebral conversations, make time for coffee and cheesecake in the bookstore/coffee shop, Massolit Books & Café. 

When it’s time to liven things up, the boho Eszeweriabar (Kazimierz district) is a welcoming nook. Couples and cocktail lovers also head to the gastropub Stajnia (Kazimierz) and the floating Barka moored on the Vistula. 

We end where you should probably begin arranging a trip for couples, the hotel. A dream hideaway is a crucial piece of the romantic jigsaw. 

If you don’t want to overthink it, plump for the 5-star Sheraton Grand. Boasting epic views and luxurious suites, it is the quintessential honeymoon hotel. 

If modern and stylish is what your significant other craves, you can’t go wrong with Puro Kazimierz. A spa and classy suites in Kraków’s hippest neighbourhood.

To dazzle without the razzamatazz, the central Metropolitan Boutique holds the keys (or swipe card) to an understated yet chic bolt-hole. 

We shamelessly steal a quote from Romeo and Juliet to sign off our ode to a trip for couples in Krakow. We have merely scratched the surface of why it qualifies as a romantic destination. Just enough to demonstrate that Poland’s cultural capital packs a punch for incurable romantics searching for an unforgettable getaway.  

If you’re already pulling up flight prices but unsure whether a week or a weekend is enough to write your Polish love story, we’ve broken down how many days to spend in Kraków to get the most out of the city. One thing is assured: no matter how long your visit, Krakow is full of surprises when romance is on the cards.