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Wawel Cathedral
Poland's national sanctuary and traditional coronation site of Polish monarchs on Wawel Hill.
11 km · about 20 min drive
Lesser Poland, Poland · Europe
Balice works well as a base: 5 minutes from Rząska, 11km from Wawel Cathedral.
Balice is a town located in Lesser Poland, Poland. With a population of 1,200, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Balice sits in Poland, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Warsaw time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Balice to your route.
Balice [baˈlit͡sɛ] is a village in the administrative district of Gmina Zabierzów, within Kraków County, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, in southern Poland. Balice is the home of the John Paul II International Airport.
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Balice is located in Lesser Poland, Poland, Europe. The coordinates are 50.0880 latitude, 19.7946 longitude.
Balice has a population of approximately 1,200 people, making it a town in Poland.
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7 notable places within an hour's drive.
cathedral
Poland's national sanctuary and traditional coronation site of Polish monarchs on Wawel Hill.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Fortified architectural complex atop Wawel Hill in Kraków, the historic seat of Polish kings for over 500 years.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Europe's largest medieval square, anchored by the Cloth Hall and a bugle-call tower, ringed by cafes.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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Kraków's legendary Art Nouveau café at Floriańska 45, opened in 1895, where the Zielony Balonik cabaret and Young Poland artists held court. The stained-glass interior is packed with original caricatures and puppets.
11 km · about 20 min drive
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A historic Jewish district turned bohemian cultural hub, filled with synagogues, galleries, and atmospheric cafés.
12 km · about 20 min drive
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A UNESCO-listed underground marvel featuring chapels, sculptures, and chandeliers all carved entirely from rock salt since the 13th century.
22 km · about 25 min drive
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The preserved Nazi camp and museum near Oswiecim, a sombre, essential stop for remembrance.
43 km · about 50 min drive
April to October
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