About Wieliczka Salt Mine
Why Book Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour?
Pre-book the Wieliczka salt mine tour from Krakow and embark to explore a UNESCO-listed, one of the world’s oldest operating salt mines.
Get inside its 800 years old elevator and head 327 meters below the ground level.
Explore the breathtaking salt monuments, such as chapels, undergrounds chambers, and saltwater lakes.
Get an insight of the various processes involved in salt extraction and transportation and learn about the ancient machinery used in salt mining.
Experience the eccentric microclimate inside the salt mine and learn why it is so beneficial for people suffering from allergies and asthma.
Head to the on-site retail store and shop your heart out for some unique rock salt souvenirs that you can carry home as an exquisite memorandum of your super fascinating Wieliczka salt mine.
Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour Highlights
The largest underground church of the world, St. Kinga’s Chapel is not only a holy shrine, but also an exemplary art gallery. Lying at a depth of around 101 meters, the church is home to a number of impressive relics, including figures of St. Clement and St. Joseph and recreations of The Last Supper and The Wedding at Cana.
Nestled at a depth of 135 meters, Krakow Saltworks Museum houses impressive artifacts and makes for a treasure trove of scientific and historical information. The museum features a total of 19 chambers, sheltering unique forms of salt crystallization, including salt trees, stalagmites, and stalactites. One of the prime artifacts of the museum is the 1534 Horn of the Diggers' Brotherhood, which was commissioned by a saltworks manager named Seweryn Boner.
Lying at a depth of around 130 meters, Stanisław Staszic Chamber is home to a museum, gift shops, and drink machines. On the inner side walls of the chamber still retain the marks of ancient salt mining techniques. This chamber has served as the place where the world’s first underground bungee jump and underground balloon flight were hosted.
Available Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour
Book your Wieliczka salt mine tour and head to explore a plethora of 800 years old breathtaking salt monuments.
Learn about the methods of salt extraction and transportation from your qualified local guide and check out the ancient mining equipment.
Marvel at the 300 years old sacred statues housed inside the St. Anthony, Janowice, and Holy Cross Chapels.
Taste some raw salt from the walls of the mine to add a charm to your magical tour in the mine.
Visit the Chapel of St Kinga and check out the copy of Leonardo da Vinci's ‘Last Supper’ and the figure of Pope John Paul II, carved intricately in salt.
Pre-book your Wieliczka salt mine tour and skip the ticket line at the monument.
Check out the 23 underground chambers made up of different salt compositions and dating back to 700 years old.
Witness the breathtaking underground saltwater lake with water similar to that of the iconic Dead Sea!
Experience the microclimate inside the salt mine, which is known to aid health conditions, such as allergies and asthma.
Learn about history and folklore, including the legend of Saint Kinga.
Book your Wieliczka salt mine tour from Krakow in advance and take advantage of skip-the-line-access at the 800 years old salt mine.
Reach the meeting point and get picked up in a super comfortable air-conditioned bus.
Head 327 meters below ground level and discover the eccentric 13th century labyrinth.
Learn about the mysteries of one of the world’s most ancient salt mines.
Check out the 22 salt chambers, chapels, a salty lake, and other salt monuments.
With your hotel transfers taken care of, enjoy a totally convenient transportation facility in an AC minibus.
Skip the ticket line with your pre-booked Wieliczka salt mine tour from Krakow and embark to explore the world’s only salt mine that has been in operation since the Middle Ages.
Explore the original chambers and holes excavated from raw salt and preserved perfectly in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Shop for some unique rock salt souvenirs from their in-house gift shop.
With your hotel transfers taken care of, enjoy a totally convenient pickup and drop off facilities in an AC minibus.
With your pre-booked Wieliczka salt mine tours, take advantage of skip-the-line-access at this 13th century salt mine.
Dive into the bygone days of this mine, as your local guide narrates to you unknown facts about this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Shop for some unique rock salt souvenirs from their in-house gift shop.
End your tour with a delicious lunch, offering vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
Pre-book the super saver Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka salt mine tour from Krakow and save money on your trip.
With your hotel transfers taken care of, enjoy a totally convenient round-trip service in an AC minibus.
Begin your tour from Auschwitz and experience the spine-chilling, tragic history this place holds.
Learn from your guide about the gruesome conditions in which the Jewish prisoners lived here.
Catch a glimpse of the age-old cabins and crematoriums at Birkenau.
Savor a delicious lunch, offering vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
Later, embark on your Wieliczka salt mine tour and explore the 800 years old stunning salt monuments.
Book your Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka salt mine tours with super convenient hotel transfers in an AC minibus.
Begin your tour from Auschwitz, where you will learn about the gruesome conditions in which the Jewish prisoners lived here.
Head to Birkenau and explore the ancient cabins, crematoriums, and gas chambers.
Savor a delicious lunch, offering vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
Next up will be your Wieliczka salt mine tour that will offer you the opportunity to get up close with the fascinating salt monuments, chandeliers, and statues, dating back to the 13th century.
Pre-book the Wieliczka Salt Mine and Schindler's Factory combo deal, which lets you pay less and explore more.
Head to the famous Wieliczka salt mine, where you will see fascinating salt monuments, chandeliers, and statues crafted by skilled salt miners some 800 years ago.
Learn about the salt extraction and transportation process from your local guide.
Next, visit Schindler's Factory, where you explore a Jewish ghetto, enjoy a tram ride, and get an insight of the various events of the Second World War.
Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour FAQs
Do we need to book in advance for the Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour?
Yes, all visitors are recommended to book their Wieliczka salt mine tour in advance. Booking your slot online, in advance will let you skip the line of entry and head directly into the monument. It will also keep you from the worries of the tickets being sold out for your preferred date and time.
What is the minimum age required to book the Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour?
The Wieliczka salt mine tour is suitable for visitors of all age groups. However, children aged below 12 years must be accompanied by their parents or guardians.
Will I get discounts on booking the Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour?
Yes, you can avail many exciting deals and discounts when booking your Wieliczka salt mine tours online. These exclusive offers can help you save on your ticket bookings and make your trip budget-friendly.
What is the best time to explore the Wieliczka Salt Mine?
The Wieliczka Salt Mine is amazing at all times of the year. Having said that if you find large crowds unwelcoming, you are recommended to book your Wieliczka salt mine tour between the months of November and March, when the crowd is comparatively lesser.
Why is the Wieliczka Salt Mine famous?
The Wieliczka Salt Mine is famous as it is one of the oldest operating mines in the world, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is also known for its salt monuments and underground saltwater lakes.