Krakow: things to do and see

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Krakow is one of the most popular destination for British guys coming to celebrate their mate's last weekend of freedom. Poland's second city is far and away more popular than its capital, Warsaw. Maybe that's because when you think of Warsaw as a holiday destination you're more likely to think of it as a place of history rather a city for partying. But while Krakow has a fantastic history all of its own, there is plenty of reasons why lads want to come here for their bachelor weekend.

This blog is here to show you some of them!

Kraków is one of the biggest party cities not just in Poland but in all of Europe. A beautifully preserved medieval city, it has recently morphed into a party haven loved by university students and stag parties alike - and you know how fun college girls can be. The average price for a beer in a bar here starts at only around £2.04. And the nightlife culture is all about rolling up to the club around midnight and partying till the wee hours. Sound good? Read on!

Below, we'll give you some insight into the best things to do and see on a stag weekend, with a rundown of a few top nightspots, some awesome daytime activities and finally some sights to see. By the end of it you'll want to book a carnage-filled stag weekend in Kraków.

Nightlife

The Old Town is where all the action is. If you come to Krakow and book a guided nightlife tour, you'll probably end up here. But the Old Town isn't just good for nightclubs; it has a whole variety of other establishments. Whether you want to sink some vodka in a bar full of locals or start the night slow, sipping fruity mixes at a cocktail bar, your night can unfold here exactly how you want it.

Krakow is famous for its cellar bars (piwnica in Polish), so you could start off your weekend's partying it up in Kraków at one. Try Alchemia in the Kazimierz neighbourhood, which sits south of the Old Town. This place might remind you of a hipster bar back home. But don't run away! This is an authentic cellar bar free of posers: a great chilled place to listen to live music, have a few locally brewed beers, and a bit of food, before heading off to somewhere harder.

If you're looking for vodka, check out one of the Wodka Café Bars; they stock a wide variety of vodkas. But come prepared, as this isn't like the stuff you'd get back in your local supermarket; it's much stronger.

After you've got over the shock of being like a kid in a sweet shop, you'll want to hit the clubs. While the centre of Krakow is chockablock with spots, if you want that classic nightclub experience, then hit up Shine Club. This lively 3-floor venue hosts some of the best DJs and is open till late on Fridays and Saturdays.

Perhaps you want to turn up the heat even more? - then head to a strip show, or take things to the next level by visiting all of the best ones.

Activities

Okay, so even we at Pissup have heard of this thing called 'daytime', where you're supposed to 'do' things. Well, Kraków has more daytime activities than you can shake a stick at. And best of all, they are located in and around the city centre. Whether you want to unload a Kalashnikov, or get the adrenaline flowing by flying round a go-kart track, then this city has it all.

There's nothing like racing down rapids in a man-made white water centre to get the blood flowing while forming an even stronger bond. It can be arranged, but this is not one for the winter months, although it might be refreshing after a hard night's drinking. If you're after an even bigger adrenaline rush, why not take a ride on some [4X4s & Quad Bikes]?(https://www.pissup.com/krakow-stag-do/activities/quad-adventure/) Located only 30 minutes from the centre, this is your chance to ride around an off-road circuit and get your blood pumping.

Perhaps you're looking for something a tad calmer. Maybe you want to have a pint and a bit of exercise at the same time? Well, we'd definitely recommend SightBeering. That way, when your missus asks if you've done anything other than drink and look at boobs, you can tell her you went on a sightseeing tour around Krakow, but leave out the part where you stopped at a brewery.

Things to see

Kraków has more than 1,000 years of written history, but settlement here goes way back to prehistoric times. It is one of those cities which has changed hands to different Empires over the centuries. But it became the capital of Poland in about 1038 (but is now the second city after Warsaw). While Kraków has plenty of historical sites and buildings to see, if you're interested in mythology, then visit the Wanda and Kraken mounds, some of the oldest structures in the city.

When you're here, you'll have to visit sites like the Wawel Castle, a historic site that was once home to the old Polish kings. Another great site is Oskar Schindler's factory, made famous by Spielberg's harrowing, classic movie. Even if you're short of time on your stag do weekend in Krakow, you can still take a walk around the main market square and take photos of the beautiful buildings (and other pretty things!).

However, our advice is that when you come to Kraków for a stag weekend, a guided tour is a must. If you know anything about Poland, you know that not long ago Kraków was under Communist rule. While that period has ended, many sites related to those times remain.

So why not join a Communist tour for an afternoon? If you book with us, you'll get to hear the stories of Poland's socialist past and enjoy some shots along the way.

Whatever your budget or tastes (in birds or booze!), Kraków has it all, and Pissup can fill it with great activities and nightlifeto make it an unforgettable experience.