High Synagogue: A Serene Sanctuary in Kraków

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from the Main Market Square (Rynek Główny), walk towards the north-west exit of the square, heading towards the Floriańska Street. Continue along Floriańska Street until you reach the Barbican. From there, take a left onto Karmelicka Street. At the end of Karmelicka Street, turn right onto Starowiślna Street. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with Józefa Street. Turn left onto Józefa Street, and you will find the High Synagogue at number 38 on your right.

• Public Transport

  From the Main Market Square, head to the nearest tram stop, which is at the intersection of Szewska Street and Westerplatte Street. Take tram line 8 or 13 towards the 'Borek Fałęcki' or 'Nowy Bieżanów' stops. Get off at the 'Miodowa' stop. From there, walk along Miodowa Street until you reach the intersection with Józefa Street. Turn right onto Józefa Street, and the High Synagogue will be at number 38 on your left.

• Walking

  If you are near the Wawel Castle, exit the castle grounds and head down to the Vistula River. Walk along the riverbank heading north until you reach the 'Bernatka' footbridge. Cross the bridge and continue walking straight until you reach the intersection with Starowiślna Street. Turn left on Starowiślna Street and continue until you reach its intersection with Józefa Street. Turn right onto Józefa Street, and you will find the High Synagogue at number 38.