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Krakow

Poland’s craft gem, where tradition meets boldness

BEER CITY 2/3 2 days

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About this trip

Krakow has undergone a true craft revolution in recent years. The Kazimierz district overflows with multitap bars where Polish craft beers flow freely, while the Old Town houses iconic brewpubs like C.K. Browar, nestled in medieval cellars beneath the Main Square. From the British-inspired brews at T.E.A. Time, to the bold creations at Stara Zajezdnia in a converted 19th-century tram depot, and a multitap scene among the most dynamic in Central Europe, Krakow is a must-visit destination for any hop lover.

beBeer's verdict

Krakow is a craft destination that grows stronger year after year. The concentration of multitap bars in Kazimierz makes it a perfect playground for a walking crawl, while brewpubs like C.K. Browar and Stara Zajezdnia offer unique brewing experiences in exceptional settings. All at prices that will make you smile. If you’re looking for a beer weekend in Europe without breaking the bank, Krakow should be at the top of your list.

Where to go

Brewery 3

  1. 01

    C.K. Browar

    Podwale 7, 31-118 Kraków, Polonia

  2. 02

    Stara Zajezdnia

    Św. Wawrzyńca 12, 31-060 Kraków, Polonia

  3. 03

    T.E.A. Time Brewpub

    Józefa Dietla 1, 31-070 Kraków, Polonia

Bars & Taprooms 6

  1. 04

    House of Beer

    Św. Tomasza 35, 31-027 Kraków, Polonia

  2. 05

    Omerta Pub & More

    Kupa 3, 31-057 Kraków, Polonia

  3. 06

    Multi Qlti Tap Bar

    Szewska 21, 31-009 Kraków, Polonia

  4. 07

    Strefa Piwa

    Józefa 6, 31-056 Kraków, Polonia

  5. 08

    Viva la Pinta

    Floriańska 13, 31-019 Kraków, Polonia

  6. 09

    Weźże Krafta

    Dajwór 16, 31-052 Kraków, Polonia

Your itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Old Town & historic cellars

    Morning

    1. 10h00
      — Breakfast at a café on the Main Square (Rynek Główny) — the largest medieval square in Europe.
    2. 11h00
      — Stroll through the Old Town: Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) , St. Mary’s Basilica and its lanes.

    Afternoon

    1. 13h00
      — Lunch at Pod Wawelem — pierogi and local beer beneath the castle.
    2. 14h30
      — Visit Wawel Castle and the Royal Cathedral.
    3. 16h30
      — First craft session at C.K. Browar — discover the house range in the medieval cellars.

    Evening

    1. 19h00
      — Head to Viva la Pinta on Floriańska Street for the latest Polish craft picks.
    2. 21h00
      — Evening at House of Beer — explore 30+ rotating taps in the vaulted cellar.
  2. Day 2

    Kazimierz, the craft heartland

    Morning

    1. 10h00
      — Morning walk through Kazimierz — the former Jewish quarter, synagogues, street art and Plac Nowy market.
    2. 11h30
      — Visit Stara Zajezdnia — discover the brewing process in the old tram depot, taste the full range.

    Afternoon

    1. 13h30
      — Lunch at Starka — modern Polish cuisine with craft beer pairings.
    2. 15h00
      — Explore Strefa Piwa and Multi Qlti Tap Bar — two essential Kazimierz multitaps.
    3. 17h00
      — Stop at T.E.A. Time Brewpub — British-inspired ales and stouts brewed on-site.

    Evening

    1. 19h30
      — Drop by Omerta Pub & More — unique atmosphere and surprising craft list.
    2. 21h30
      — End the evening at Weźże Krafta — final discoveries among 30 taps of independent breweries.

Practical information

Best period
April to October for terraces. In December, the Christmas market on the Main Square creates a magical atmosphere.
Events
Kraft Miasto Festival (autumn) — Krakow’s big craft gathering. Birofilia — annual Polish craft beer fair.
Budget per day
Craft beer in a bar: 12–22 PLN (~€3–5). Meal: 30–60 PLN. Krakow remains very affordable for Western European visitors.
Getting around
Balice Airport 20 min by train. City centre very compact and walkable. Trams and buses efficient for Kazimierz and Podgórze.
Accommodation
Kazimierz — ideal for craft bar proximity. Stare Miasto — in the heart of the action, steps from C.K. Browar.
Beer tip
Piwo = beer · Jasne = light · Ciemne = dark · Pszeniczne = wheat · Na zdrowie! = Cheers!
Food pairings
Pierogi + light lager · Żurek (sour soup) + weizen · Grilled oscypek + IPA · Bigos (hunter’s stew) + dunkel

What you shouldn't miss

  1. 01

    The cellars of C.K. Browar

    Brewing beneath the vaults

    Descend into the medieval cellars beneath the Main Square to taste beers brewed within 700-year-old walls. A historic experience as much as a gustatory one.

  2. 02

    The tram depot of Stara Zajezdnia

    Industrial heritage & hops

    Discover craft brewing in a spectacular converted industrial space. Brewing tanks stand amid the old depot, under towering brick ceilings.

  3. 03

    The Kazimierz multitap crawl

    4 bars, 1 district, 0 taxis

    Hit Strefa Piwa, Multi Qlti, Omerta and Weźże Krafta in one evening — all within walking distance in Krakow’s liveliest district.

  4. 04

    The English ales of T.E.A. Time

    British brewing, Polish style

    Feel like you’re in a London pub right in Kazimierz. The bitters, stouts and pale ales brewed on-site are among the best British interpretations on the continent.

  5. 05

    Pierogi & piwo

    The essential national duo

    Taste Polish dumplings filled with cheese, meat or mushrooms, paired with a local light lager. The perfect marriage of culinary tradition and Polish beer.

  6. 06

    The Main Square at sunset

    Golden hour & golden ale

    Watch the golden light fall over Rynek Główny, beer in hand, from a terrace. Europe’s largest medieval square takes on magical colours at dusk.

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