The Catholic Church, located near the Main Market of Krakow. The first wooden church on the site of the Mariacki Church appeared in the 13th century. The modern building began to be erected at the beginning of the 14th century. The building is built of red brick in the early Gothic style and decorated with magnificent color stained-glass windows. In the interior space features of baroque and late Gothic prevail.
Address:
plac Mariacki 5, Kraków
Phone:
+48 12 422 05 21
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13.09.23
Jean-Claude
Beautiful church and a main landmark of Krakow. Every hour you will hear the bugle being played from the steeple; a tune which will always bring back memories of this beautiful city. You can peep into the church for free ("for prayers only".. Read more ») but the entry is inexpensive (approx €2.50 per person) and is worth it (surely, if you have to choose between this and the Wawel cathedral, choose this one without a shadow of a doubt).
23.08.23
Barb
Spectacular, simply a beautiful St. Mary's Basilica, located in the heart of old town Krakow. No photo can describe what you will see with your own eyes, inside or outside, especially all those tiny details.
👍🏻🇵🇱⛪
10.08.23
A
This church is pretty different from other European churches. It is really colourful inside and the alter piece is really something else. You could go in for free to take a peek ("for prayer only") but I recommend buying the tickets to ente.. Read more »r and walk around. We didn't go up the tower since it was an additional charge.
At night in the summer you should look up at the towers! You'll be surprised to see bats flying around at high speed. If you listen carefully you can hear them squeak too.
02.08.23
NGUYEN
Quite beautiful church. It’s recommended to visit in a sunny days, the church is much more clearer when the sun light goes through it’s beautiful tainted glasses. We were fortunate enough to hear the small organ playing.
18.06.23
Scouser1965
Beautiful church that also has free entry but a small fee to climb the tower. Definitely worth a visit but even if you don’t make it inside you can still experience the trumpeter every hour from the four sides of the tower.
15.06.23
Lily
Definitely a must see if in Krakow. One of the most colourful churches / cathedrals I've ever seen after visiitng countless across Europe. Definitely very unique and worth a visit even if you don't like seeing chruches as a tourist. Tickets.. Read more » are cheap and can be bought in a ticket office (right hand side of church when facing front). You can also catch the trumpet player from the street throughout the day!
09.06.23
Alice
A must when visiting Krakow! Lovely architecture and interiors. We only went for a quick visit so will not take you long but worth seeing
09.06.23
Dr
The most beautiful and magical place I've ever been. I'll never forget my trip to this church. It really is a beautiful place and now I'm so grateful for having that opportunity. My husband and I visit the church on my anniversary we m.. Read more »arried there in 2023. It really holds a special place in my heart. I am Catholic my life wanna visit the beautiful church in Poland Definitely one of the most impressive places in Poland to visit especially with snow all around.!
24.05.23
Robert
There are about five things that one simply must see when in Krakow, and St. Mary's is probably the most important of all of them, and the most magnificent. It is a church unlike any other in western Christendom because of its western, Gothic, a.. Read more »rchitecture and eastern, orthodox-like, richly colorful interior. There is a small fee to view the church and another fee if you wish to take photos inside, both are around $2-$3. The most unique thing about the church is the bugle played from the taller tower every hour on the hour, if you hang out in the square enough you'll get to know it well. It is possible to ascend the tower...for a small fee, and if you do it at 5 min prior to the top of the hour you can be right there when the bugler plays his melody...and it is AWESOME!!!
01.05.23
Volpaire
Words fail me on how to describe the inside of this Basilica. It is so beautiful! The outside is also great and adds so much to the square but the inside is spectacular. It is definitely worth paying the entry fee. You can find the ticket office dire.. Read more »ctly across from the visitor entrance. No food and drink but you are allowed take photos (no flash). If you are bringing in your suitcases they don't mind.
Its really worth seeing.
12.02.23
Sophia
Beautiful church full of beautiful icons and art. Regardless of your religion, I would consider it a must-see. The detail and artistry is otherworldly. You have to go around the right side in the alley, across the way to buy your tickets for 15 zt. O.. Read more »nce you do, you can cross back over and enter. Every detail from the glass windows to the ceiling to the floors are beautiful. Definitely take the time to go inside. The outside does not do it justice.
09.02.23
Angus
Beautiful church with tonnes of history, The largest decorative alter in Europe is dedicated to St. Mary with a huge tableau that has 9ft figures of biblical characters. On the walls of the main chapel there are loads of different ornate paintings th.. Read more »at display stories and events. Around the basilica there are around 13 alters to different saints and religious figures from around Krakow. The tickets are inexpensive at only 8 Zloty and has plenty of different language options for information about the church!
02.02.23
Polly
If you're looking for extravaganze and art and architecture (& of course devout faith if religious) this is a must visit. Its a 'wow' place. Personally, it's too much for me, I'm not sure that faith, prayer, belief, req.. Read more »uires such a showing of wealth , but its breathtaking and from a historical interest, amazing. There's much to be read about the alter and its return to the church after being taken by the Germans during the war. Very small entrance fee of about £1.60, ticket purchased across from the church. So extremely good value.
23.12.22
Radek
Lovely exterior, but definitely go inside. No spoilers but it’s absolutely worth the time. Also, go to the top during a time slot that includes the transition from one hour to another, you’ll get to hear the trumpets live and up close.
08.12.22
Ivaylo
Very beautiful cathedral in Krakow. According the legend the two towers of the cathedral are built by two brothers. One of them killed the other so he can make his tower higher. There are two entrances - one in front for people who want to prey and s.. Read more »ide entrance for tourists. Tickets are sold in a nearby building. It's not allowed to make pictures inside, at least from the prayers side.
25.08.22
Anton
The most beautiful church I have ever seen. I have visited it multiple time and every time it is a breathtaking esperience. It is a triumph to the craftsmanship. No photos can bring you the experience of seeing this magnificent construction with your.. Read more » own eyes. Colorful, reachly decorated walls and altar done purely from wood. It seems like some parts are done from metal, so detailed they are but it is not. Only wood!!! Amazing.
23.08.22
Miles
Magnificent church and a great example of Polish Gothic architecture. The interior is beautiful, the highlight for me being the sumptuous altar-piece created by the German Master Carver, Viet Stoss, and taking 12 years to create in Linden Wood.
It�.. Read more »39;s worthwhile buying a seperate ticket for the tower. After climbing the 271 steps to the top, you're rewarded with a great view of the main town square (Rynek Glowny) and can really appreciate it's size. It's the largest medieval market square in Europe.
02.08.22
Vivian
Lots of people, but its expected. 4 volunteering firemen also plays an instrument up on the tower every whole hour, to honor a saint, who saved the city/country by watching out for enemies and then do a melody so the other people there would know.
L.. Read more »ots of small stands around the place too, and a great atmosphere. Lots of people playing different instruments around the place, and its just a lovely place to visit.
It also lays in a great place, so you can walk to a lot of different places (shopping centers, a castle, and lots of different stores, and restaurants.
28.07.22
Catherine
The designs inside this cathedral have impressive inticate details. A must see destination in Krakow. The tower is fun to climb, with a great view for photos, but only if you can brave the steps.
26.07.22
Garrett
This church is simply stunning, must see from the inside. The amount of detail is amazing! I've seen hundreds of churches and cathedrals around Europe, but this is one of my favorites.
23.07.22
Nikolay
The square in front of the Basilica is the perfect ending point if you're doing a walking tour around the cute streets of the old town of Krakow. I recommend that you also go inside the Basilica, the reduced ticket cost 8 złoty per person (curre.. Read more »ntly €1.70). It is a really beautiful Gothic church with elements of Baroque at some points. It is photogenic both on the inside, as the ceiling is dark blue and well embellished, and on the outside, as the difference in the height (there's a legend realted to that) of the towers makes it of course more attractive for architecture fans.
27.06.22
Akshey
One of the most beautiful cathedrals I've been to. The colourful walls and generous gold decorations give the church a special ambience. I will visit again.
25.06.22
Robert
There are about five things that one simply must see when in Krakow, and St. Mary's is probably the most important of all of them, and the most magnificent. It is a church unlike any other in western Christendom because of its western, Gothic, a.. Read more »rchitecture and eastern, orthodox-like, richly colorful interior. There is a small fee to view the church and another fee if you wish to take photos inside, both are around $2-$3. The most unique thing about the church is the bugle played from the taller tower every hour on the hour, if you hang out in the square enough you'll get to know it well. It is possible to ascend the tower...for a small fee, and if you do it at 5 min prior to the top of the hour you can be right there when the bugler plays his melody...and it is AWESOME!!!
06.06.22
Karthik
Nice intricate architecture in display. Normally tourist aren't allowed to enter in groups during prayer hours. They have put a barricade beyond which tourists aren't allowed unless they are there for prayers. Would be more good if we can c.. Read more »limb bell tower and get arieal view of main square.
17.05.22
Robert
There are about five things that one simply must see when in Krakow, and St. Mary's is probably the most important of all of them, and the most magnificent. It is a church unlike any other in western Christendom because of its western, Gothic, a.. Read more »rchitecture and eastern, orthodox-like, richly colorful interior. There is a small fee to view the church and another fee if you wish to take photos inside, both are around $2-$3. The most unique thing about the church is the bugle played from the taller tower every hour on the hour, if you hang out in the square enough you'll get to know it well. It is possible to ascend the tower...for a small fee, and if you do it at 5 min prior to the top of the hour you can be right there when the bugler plays his melody...and it is AWESOME!!!
13.03.22
Celina
A very beautiful and special church. I loved the interior which is a good mixture of the Western and the middle Eastern. One star less is because it is not allowed to take pictures unless you pay.
15.02.22
Ashe
HERMOSA! One of the nicest cathedrals I have been to. Do not go during prayer time however! I would go on a weekday rather than a Sunday unless you intend to join the mass. Which you shouldn’t if you’re a tourist!
04.02.22
KNOWN
A beautiful safe place for everyone, I loved it so much I am going back in a few weeks. Hopefully it is a little more warmer but so many areas to have coffee or food outdoors in huts with heating.
03.02.22
Juraj
Absolutely incredible and grandious monument. One of the biggest churches I've ever seen, beautiful interior design, WOW! Must see.
08.12.21
Rigel
Beautiful Church that's worth visiting. However, during my weekend trip I tried to go to confession but I got yelled out of the confessional by the priest for not speaking Polish.. such a shame.
If you DO NOT speak Polish I do not recommend you.. Read more » go to confession at this Church. Just stop by admire the art and architecture and say a little prayer to Jesus in the tabernacle.
25.11.21
Glen
Beautiful spot and a really beautiful building. Get there on the hour and listen to the historical show of the trumpet playing from all corners to celebrate the attack of the turks. It is moving and an outstanding moment from my trip here
01.11.21
Marcin
Notification of the visit is not required and tickets are not limited. We do not have an online booking system.
St. Mary’s Church is open to individual visitors and tourist groups every day when no Mass is being conducted.
Half of the church .. Read more »is open to tourists, including the presbytery and its main altar. Admission to this part of the Basilica is based on admission tickets.
19.08.21
Veronika
The basilica is beautiful, no doubts. If you are in Kraków, you have to visit it. I do not understand how is it not possible to pay the tickets by card. But there is an ATM nearby. My question is, why, in the tourist center in the opposite sid.. Read more »e of the church, is it not possoble to use a card? I am sure lot of people would appreciate that.
08.08.21
Philippe
It's a very beautiful church with all the walls painted which is unusual for a european church. If you want to walk around you have to pay 10 zloty pp. But if you want to just pray it is free. Therefore I suggest to go in the front and look at e.. Read more »verything from a distance instead of paying the 10 zloty pp
06.08.21
Nikki
I’ve seen a lot of churches but this one is definitely worth visiting. The ceiling and decorations are beautiful.
The tickets are pretty cheap and can be bought across the side entrance. You can go in for free through the main entrance but you.. Read more » aren’t able to walk around and can only go in as far as a couple of rows.
Make sure to have something to cover your shoulders otherwise you are not allowed in the church.
21.07.21
ASAD
I would say this place is heart of Krakow, Poland. It is located in Market Square, Krakow surrounded by multiple Cafes, bars and restaurants. It is quite crowded with the tourists. Even at the night time, this place has some activities and the beauti.. Read more »ful views to explore. I would highly recommend this place to the tourists.
20.06.21
Vladislav
The church is typically available for worship without paying an entry fee via the main entrance. Tourists are asked to use a side entrance, however, and not visit during services. Tickets are purchased in a separate building across from the tourist e.. Read more »ntrance. The two church towers are also open seasonally to tourists, but require separate tickets. The Bugle Tower is open from March to December (weather dependent, ticket required) to groups of 10 people max every 30mins from Tue-Sat 09:10-17:30, Sun 13:10-17:30; Nov, Dec, March open Tue-Sat 09:10-11:30, 13:10-17:30; admission 15/10zł, no kids under 7.
27.03.21
Siddhanth
One of the most beautiful cathedrals I have ever seen. The interior is just awesome.
04.02.21
Steven
An amazing atmosphere and scale. The stained glass is wonderful.
30.12.20
ren-hsin
Beautiful place with long history , every hour you will hear the horn from the belt tower
22.09.20
Jennifer
Although the high altar and other parts of the church are under renovation, which is a bummer, you can still get amazing photos.
Covered under the Krakow card.
21.09.20
Yonathan
It's in the old town on a big and famous square. You definitely should go and climb go the top, need to buy a ticket and climb lot of stairs but the view is totally worth it.
11.09.20
Samuel
A late gotic masterpiece, with stunning gotic architecture and symbol of krakow at the main square.
07.09.20
Thomas
Stunning interior and exterior
08.07.20
Easy
Beautiful and really nice people on the entrance will ask you kindly to not take pictures when the ceremony it’s on going. It’s a beautiful building
04.07.20
Dimitra
The most wonderful medieval church I have ever visited. The trumpet signal, which takes place every hour along with its unique and majestic architecture makes it a worth visiting place especially during the winter months. I think you travel back in h.. Read more »istory.
01.07.20
Kiran
Loved this spot. It's situated in the middle of the old town. Near you will find wax museum and decorative horse riding. Also, you can find various kind of restaurant near by, Small shops and the E.Wedel chocolate restaurant. Highly recommended... Read more » Must visit. Totally worth it.
20.06.20
Agata
Very nice church. Must see attraction in Krakow! Located in the city centre.
4.9 / 109
