Wieliczka Salt Mine

It was absolutely amazing, and I highly recommend visiting! The tour lasts about 2–3 hours and is split into two parts: the salt mine itself and a museum tour afterwards. You can skip the museum if you’re tired. I paid 143 Zł, which I think is totally fair for such a unique experience. The tour guide was fantastic—very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and open. There’s a lot of walking and many stairs,😂 so I’d recommend comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for moving around. It’s definitely suitable for children above a certain age and for older visitors as long as they’re fairly mobile, but it’s not ideal for anyone with limited mobility. As for the highlights: the first massive hall was breathtaking, the two underground lakes were stunning, the underground church was on another level, and the final hall left me completely amazed. All in all, I learned so much that day and had an unforgettable adventure. An absolute must-see!

My wife and I visited the salt mine in early October. It is an awe-inspiring place. We would highly recommend a visit. The history is fascinating and the cathedral is spectacular. Our guide, Natalie, was excellent. She was positive, engaging, insightful, and energetic. We had an amazing and memorable time. The tour is quite long (2+ hours) and you do walk over 3 km, descending down through the mine over 100 meters by a mix of ramps and stairs. Good news, you take an elevator back up.

I really enjoyed the tour, good information. Amazing views (inside 😄), I can't describe it and the pictures don't do it any justice. The mine is absolutely amazing, the size, the beauty, the effort and detail on the handcrafted figures, everything really. Some of the rooms you enter are just jaw dropping, yout mind just goes to wonder how did someone build this. The temperature is really nice inside, 14-17c at all times, I was happy in a t-shirt but some people had light jackets on. There are loads of gift shops at the exit and they sell everything that the underground ones do, so unless you want to carry bags throughout the tour, buy your gifts at the exit. I tried the restaurant before the return to the surface and it was great. Good food and good quantity. I will be returning in the future. For management, I just have two suggestions...One, please try to get some radio relays in the tunnels as the signal was very bad of you were in the back of the tour group. Two, bigger gaps between tours would be great, just to give more time to see some of the areas in more detail. But overall amazing.

While the salt mine is interesting to visit and quite impressive with its man-made chambers, corridors and chapels, the overall experience is a 'hit and miss' at best. As you can only visit on an organised tour, a lot depends on the guide you'll get. We went on a pre-booked English-language tour (they start every 30 min) and were very unlucky with our guide. He spoke a very basic, heavily accented, broken English, which was hard to follow and at times bordering on comical. His commentary was devoid of substance and repetitive, mostly stating the obvious. We didn't learn anything interesting about the mine, its history or its current use. Most of the 'installations' were dated and very kitchy. The tour was rushed, with large groups of tourists constantly encroaching on each other's space. In summary: was it interesting? Yes. Was it worth the effort and money? Not so sure.

Wieliczka Salt Mine: An Unforgettable World Beneath the Ground Over the years, I’ve seen many impressive places, but Wieliczka truly stands out among them. From the very entrance, you are struck by its vastness and grandeur. This enormous underground complex simply has to be seen with your own eyes — it’s hard to believe otherwise. Although the wait to enter was a bit long, every minute was worth it — what unfolded underground was fascinating. The guide spoke with enthusiasm and clearly explained both the history and the incredible scale of the mine. The salt carvings are absolutely breathtaking. The thought that these intricate works of art were hand-carved from ordinary salt deep underground commands deep respect. It’s a testament to the exceptional skill and creativity of the people who made them. And just when you think nothing else can surprise you, a hundred meters deeper you’ll even find a café — a detail that gives this place an almost dreamlike atmosphere. The Wieliczka Salt Mine is not just a piece of history but a unique experience that completely draws you in. It left a strong impression on me, and I can wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone.

A must-see while in Krakow. This beautiful, historical, unesco world heritage mine is a marvel. Sculptures, tunnels, chapels and magnificent church, all carved in the Salt. The organization is perfect. And the restaurant at the end of the visit, 126 meters deep, offers good & varied cuisine.

Great tour with a group and an English speaking guide. Huge network of hallways, rooms and shafts, all in perfect condition (those made for tourism). Restaurants and toilets at 130-135 m depth. You walk down, back up is by elevator. Really a must see attraction.

5 stars – A breathtaking underground journey! The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the most unforgettable places I've ever visited. From the moment you descend into the tunnels, you're surrounded by centuries of history carved entirely from salt. The Chapel of St. Kinga is a masterpiece — it feels like stepping into a cathedral made by nature and human hands working in harmony. The tour was well-organized, the guide was knowledgeable and entertaining, and the atmosphere was magical. The underground lakes, sculptures, and mining tools give you a real sense of what life was like for the miners. It’s hard to believe such beauty exists beneath the surface! Highly recommend booking tickets in advance, especially during peak season. Whether you're into history, architecture, or just looking for a unique adventure — this place delivers.