Easter Market 2024

Easter is already upon us, and that means, thousands of tourists are already in Krakow ready to discover the city and to celebrate Easter. How do the tourists celebrate Easter? Mostly by shopping, and that is why the annual Easter market in Krakow is a big hit.

But, when will the Easter market be arranged in Krakow? Where can it be found? What can you buy if you decide to visit the Easter market?

As you probably guessed, the Easter market is arranged at the Main Market square in Krakow, in the heart of the city’s old town, and near a lot of famous and dear attractions. Here you will find the Sukiennice, the main market hall, and it is in the vicinity of this building you will find the stands where you can buy all sorts of interesting products as you pay the Easter market in Krakow a visit.

Easter Market Krakow 2019
The Easter Market is at the Main Market Square in Krakow – Source: Pixabay

What to buy at the Easter Market?

At the Easter market, you will find mostly Easter-related products. In other words, this is the place to buy hand-painted Easter eggs, and other Easter decorations. But, you will of course also find food and other souvenirs, meaning that this is a place for everyone, not just for those in love with bunnies and eggs.

Easter Market Krakow 2024

Dates: not yet announced…

No official dates yet? Don’t worry! The Easter market normally opens 10-14 days before Easter Sunday and the final day of the market is on Easter Monday. In other words, if you come during the traditional Easter holiday, the Easter market in Krakow will be waiting for you!

Where to book a hotel during your trip to Krakow?

Are you still looking for a place to live during your trip to Krakow? The Main Market Square is in the heart of the city, so any hotel or apartment close to this location is ideal. Below you can see a map presenting exactly this area and it includes price estimations of hotels and apartments nearby.

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We hope the map will help you find the accommodation you have been dreaming of. Maybe you want a cheap place to stay for your Easter trip to Krakow, or are you rather dreaming of luxury and SPA? You will find all you need for a perfect Easter holiday in Krakow by looking at the different options in the map above.

Other things worth knowing about Easter in Krakow

It can get very crowded in Krakow during Easter, simply because the locals get out on the streets, and so does a lot of tourists. You might not feel this so much at the Main Market Square (simply because it is very big), but if you want to do an excursion to Auschwitz or to the Salt Mines, you might be denied entrance, simply because it is packed and no free spots available. In other words, if you haven’t booked your tickets already, you are probably too late.

If you read this and consider visiting Krakow during Easter some other year, make sure to book your trips to these popular tourist destinations a long time in advance.

We wish you a happy Easter in Krakow. Do not forget that we gladly help you if you need help with a private airport transfer from the airport in Krakow to your hotel. It sure makes it easier and more convenient to get quickly to your hotel.

Would you like to read more about other events, festivals, and markets in Krakow? Look at our events calendar to find out more.

The Christmas market in Krakow 2019 – Dates and information

When will the Christmas market at the Main Market Square in Krakow be arranged in 2019? Are you looking for the dates of the market or just information about the market itself? Or do you wonder when the Christmas market at the main square of the city will close? Here you will find all the information you need about this years Christmas market in Krakow!

Thousands of people come to Krakow every single day to discover the annual Christmas market at the Main Market square, also known as the Old Town square. When will it be arranged in 2019? Here you find the Christmas market dates for 2019!

Christmas market in Krakow in 2019

But, before I give you the dates, do not be tricked by the picture above. This is not from the Christmas market, because during the time of the Christmas market, it is very cold in Krakow. Do not forget to bring gloves, hats, warm clothes, and everything you need to feel well in temperatures going down to -10 Celsius (at the worst).

Krakow Christmas market dates 2019

The Christmas market at the Main market square will open on November 29th, and it will remain open until December 26th. It is a common tradition to keep the market open until December 26th, but it is important to remember that it will be closed large parts of the day on December 24th. Besides that, it will be open every day. Most of the shops at the market will open around 10.00 and remain open until early evening.

If you want to know even more about the Christmas markets in Krakow, click the link!

How to get to the Christmas market in Krakow in 2019?

It is very easy. The main market square is in the heart of Krakow, meaning that all roads in the center of Krakow lead to this square. This is also where you can find the clothes hall, Sukiennice, and it is surrounded by restaurants, cafes, churches, and beautiful buildings. Many guided tours also use this as the starting point, before they walk along the royal way towards the Wavel castle area.

Prepare your other tours and programs already!

There are thousands of people coming to Krakow every day before Christmas to check out the Christmas market at the main square. But, they normally come for several days and thus, they look for other programs on the remaining days. Even though it is cold, many people like to visit Auschwitz and the Salt Mines, the two most popular programs among tourists coming to Krakow. If you want to join such a trip, make sure to book it as early as possible, because it can easily get packed during the days before Christmas.

If you want help having a private driver pick you up in a Mercedes at the airport upon arrival, read more about our airport transfer service right here!

Christmas Market in Krakow 2011

We are not really sure yet, but we found a source on the internet claiming that the Christmas Market in Krakow will be from November 27 – December 27. We can though not confirm these dates, but this means that if you arrive to Krakow in the start of December, the market should for sure be open by then.

For more information about the Christmas Market in Krakow, check out our Christmas Market page.

Main Market Square in Krakow - where the Christmas market is arranged
Main Market Square in Krakow - where the Christmas market is arranged