Kazimierz Dolny is one of the most bohemian Polish small towns. It is picturesquely situated at a hill by Vistula river and is especially famous for its art galleries and outdoor painting sessions as it is a town loved by Polish artists. It is also famous for its romantic nature and is a very popular weekend destination for couples. With just about 2 h drive from Warsaw and Kielce and 1 h drive from Lublin it is a very popular tourist destination. On the other side of Vistula from Kazimierz there are also scenic Janowiec Castle Ruins and modern thematic gardens (advised for school groups). You will definitely not regret a visit in this part of Poland!
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Meeting with your guide in your Kazimierz Dolny hotel or optional bus transfer from the place you stay in and transfer to Kazimierz Dolny and then meeting with your guide. Town's tour sightseeing of the main Kazimierz Dolny landmarks: Market Square, The Hill of Three Crosses, the Castle Complex and the Tower, St. John the Baptist and St. Bartholomew Church, Synagogue. Walk to Korzeniowy Ravine. Return to Kazimierz and taking Vistula cruise (summer months). Next transfer to Janowiec Castle ruins and sightseeing. For schools optional tour to Thematic Gardens. Return to your hotel.
Kazimierz Dolny is one of the most beautiful small towns in Poland often called the town of lovers or the town of artists. It has lots of picturesque sites and historical buildings. The main attraction is the market square and neighboring monuments, such as St. John the Baptist and St. Bartholomew the Apostle Parish Church, the castle with outstanding viewing point to Vistula river and surroundings and the synagogue. The foundation of the town and the castle is attributed to Casmir III the Great. The areas surroundin...
Korzeniowy Dol Gorge (Polish: Wąwóz Korzeniowy Dół) is considered the most beautiful gorge in Kazimierz. The name Korzeniowy Gorge was created because of the roots. Along its entire length (about 400 meters), tree roots, twisted into various shapes, protrude from the walls, reminiscent of a fairy-tale or Tolkien landscape. It is not a typical valley gorge, but a deep ravine, which was created by human activity. The height of the gorge is even several meters in some places. Visitors need a maximum of 30 minutes to cro...
The castle is situated about 66 km from Lublin (about 1 h drive), 71 km from Radom (about 1:20 h drive) and also only 6.3 km from popular among tourists Kazimierz Dolny. The fortified castle in Janowiec was erected in late Gothic and Renaissance style in 1508-1526. In the 18th and 19th centuries it become a ruin as at the time owners didn’t have enough money to maintain it and even sold the castle’s furniture and elements of décor. Currently, the castle is home of Nadwislańskie Museum and is being constantly renovate...
The Magic Gardens in Janowiec (Polish: Magiczne Ogrody w Janowcu) located near Kazimierz Dolny on the Vistula River is the first thematic sensory park in Poland, built on the basis of an original, fairy-tale story. Among hundreds of flowers, trees and shrubs, visitors will discover fabulous lands inhabited by extraordinary creatures. In the Magic Gardens, unusual playgrounds have been created, adapted to the age and abilities of children. For adventurous people, interesting places to play have been prepared, includin...
You may find more detailed info about Kazimierz attractions also in our article here: https://its-poland.com/travel-tips/top-kazimierz-dolny-attractions
Local guide, driver
Kazimierz Dolny Castle and Watch Tower, Synagogue, Vistula cruise (summer months), Janowiec Castle Ruins, Janowiec Thematic Gardens in school trip version
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Your hotel in Kazimierz Dolny or other city on request
Your hotel in Kazimierz Dolny or other city on request
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