The Legendary Wawel Dragon: A Must-See Attraction in Kraków

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, from any location in Lesser Poland, head towards Kraków. Use the A4 motorway and follow the signs for Kraków. Once in Kraków, take the exit toward the city center and follow the signs for Wawel Castle. After arriving at the castle, park at one of the nearby parking facilities such as the 'Parking Wawel' located at 4 Wawel Hill, which typically has a daily rate of around 30 PLN. From the parking, it's a short walk to the Wawel Dragon statue located at the base of Wawel Hill, near the Vistula River.

• Public Transportation

  If using public transportation, take a train or bus to Kraków Główny (the main train station). From the station, you can catch tram number 8 or 10 (heading towards 'Borkowska') or bus number 124. Disembark at the 'Wawel' stop. From there, it's a 5-10 minute walk to Wawel Hill where the Wawel Dragon statue is located. Be sure to check the local transportation schedules for any potential costs, which typically range from 3 to 6 PLN for a single ticket.

• Walking

  If you are already in the Stare Miasto area of Kraków, walking to the Wawel Dragon is simple and enjoyable. Head towards Wawel Hill, which is easily visible from many points in the city center. Walk along the Vistula Boulevards for a scenic route. The statue is located at the foot of Wawel Castle, near the riverbank. This walk will take approximately 15-20 minutes depending on your starting point.