Kazimierz

Yelp Review 2023 #277 Kazimierz is an important part of Krakow. It is the historic Jewish Quarter where thousands of families were relocated to Podgorze. You'll find old buildings that have been well-maintained since World War II. Synagogues, Catholic Churches, and apartments that have been converted to businesses without changing the exterior. Some buildings have bullet holes. Walking around this neighborhood feels depressing knowing what happened here. Barely anybody walking around - the streets aware practically empty. Here you will find Banksy's "I'm Happy Again" mural, and Schindler's List Passageway. This whole section of Krakow is totally walkable. Within a few hours, you've already seen everything you need to see. All over Kazimierz, you'll find museums, restaurants and Judah Food Market that are a bit livelier.

Every travel book, travel website, and travel bloggers post that Kazimierz is a must visit while in Krakow...but nothing here "WOWed" me. I'm sure it would be much more meaningful if I was Jewish. You'll see some synagogues, chabads, independent eateries, bars, boutique shops, art galleries and lots and lots of graffiti. Some areas are nicer than others, but it just felt dirty. That said, it was nice to see a more "local" feel to Krakow than the touristy Old Town area. No McDonalds, Zara, Costa Coffee, or Starbucks around. Did I miss something?

Wonderful neighborhood in Krakow that was recommended to me by several locals. Thoroughly enjoyed walking through the Jewish district and taking in all the sites. There's history and...also a lot of great bars and restaurants. Another must visit when in town!

Great area to explore while visiting Krakow. Synagogues, restaurants, shops, hotels, etc. . . I noticed paid tours in progress while visiting, but opted to explore on our own, as maps are posted with points of interests noted. I speak English, and there was no language barrier during my visit.

Kazimierz is Krakow's Jewish quarter and definitely hyped up to be a tourist attraction. I went in daytime and nighttime and found it to be TOO touristy. The authenticity has escaped the area and even listening in on a walking tour guides message, she said it's not authentic anymore and the synagogues are not really used by local Jews anymore; that they have all moved out of the area. The bars and restaurants nearby are good but spread out and more hipster/trendy. I'm glad to have gone there to try some of the restaurants (see my other reviews) but as a tourist location itself, I would say to assess whether it's something you really want to do.

A nice part of town that has always had a strong sense of identity. Now it is being redefined with nice, modern restaurants, while maintaining what made it a tourist attraction all these years.

Love this district. Great bar/restaurant scene with a bohemian atmosphere. If you want to stay away from the tourist area located in central Krakow, this area has a lot of great dive and cocktail bars. The old buildings in this area are definitely worth a look at and you'll be safe in this gentrified part of Krakow

Kazimierz is the Jewish district of Krakow which offers something different to the main square and other tourist attractions that the city has to offer. Only a five minute walk from the castle Kazimierz has it's own squares to offer which are occupied by markets on certain days. Information and directions are provided in most hotels and the tourist information centres populated in the city. All the squares are surrounded by cafe's and bars and are getting increasingly more popular as giving different places for a night out. I visited a number of bars which were very popular and quaint, the majority of persons appeared to be students but the surroundings were very interesting. The atmosphere was very friendly and all the prices were good value, even slightly cheaper then the main city area. Most staff spoke decent English and were very patient and helpful. If you are travelling to Krakow for a few days then this is well worth a visit to get a different perspective.