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Hen Party Activities in Krakow
A hen do in Krakow is a brilliant choice! Prepare to immerse yourselves in history, culture and amazing activities by day and experience stylish, edgy and vodka-fuelled nights.
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Krakow Hen Parties
Welcome to Krakow, one of Europe’s best party cities. The biggest pull for Krakow hen parties are the quality drinks at value for money prices. If you’re from the UK, you’ll quickly discover that the vodka here isn’t just cheaper but also a fair bit stronger than what you’re used to. It’s win win! If you’re a group of shopaholic hens, you’ll be happy to hear that Krakow’s a haven of vintage and indie shops and boutiques so you don’t have a to pay a fortune to look like a fashionista and will return home with some bargains.
What to Expect During a Hen Party in Krakow
It’s no surprise that Krakow is known as the cultural capital of Poland. The Old Town is Krakow’s beating heart and home to Rynek Glowny, the biggest medieval market square in Europe. It’s packed with market stalls, restaurants, bars and clubs, a must visit during your hen do in Krakow. Kazimierz is the city’s historic Jewish quarter with vibrant culture, galleries, retro shops, night ime dens and quirky bars with a real shabby chic feel.
For hens looking to experience some sobering history, the Auschwitz concentration camp is around a 40-minute drive away. It may not be everyone’s cup of tea but is a must for history buffs. About a 30-minutes’ drive away, you’ll find Kryspinow. If you’re visiting in the warmer months, this is a great spot to visit with an artificial beach set a massive lake plus a bar, waterside, volleyball and basketball court for a fun day out during your hen do in Krakow.
Krakow isn’t known as one of the best party cities in eastern Europe for nothing, you know! With more than 2,000 students living in this young and vibrant city, you know you’re in for a great time. Nights out here are the stuff of legend with an eclectic collection of pubs and bars, buzzing nightclubs and great quality yet value for money drinks, all sure to give the bride-to-be the amazing send-off she deserves.
Whatever time of year you visit, Krakow’s a great place to be. Summer sees sun-soaked days by the river and winter sets a magical, snowy scene. A heady mix of gorgeous gothic architecture and modern nightlife, you ladies better prepare yourselves for a kraking time (see what we did there?)!
Outdoor Hen Do Activities in Krakow
Get outside during your Krakow hen do and blow off some steam with an action-packed activity. This place offers so much more than just great nightlife so get outdoors, enjoy the fresh air and shake off that hangover! You can try a whole host of outside activities here including watersports, white water rafting and even bungee jumping if you’re feeling super brave!
FAQS: Hen Parties in Krakow
Is Krakow good for a hen do?
Yes! Krakow is, without a doubt a truly fabulous location to celebrate your bestie’s hen party. This city is filled-to-the-brim with vibrant nightlife, unique activities and is affordably priced. Whether you and the rest of the hens fancy sipping cocktails in stylish bars, indulging in a spa session or embarking on a vodka tasting experience, there’s something here to suit every group’s style.
What are the best hen party activities in Krakow?
Whatever it is you and the hens are after, you’ll be sure to find it here in Krakow! This city offers endless possibilities and hen activities; whether you want to enjoy hen do staples such as cocktail making and spa days or get the adrenaline pumping with the likes of bungee jumping or paintballing, you’ll be spoiled for choice. And if you’re after something that’s unique to Krakow, be sure to get yourselves booked onto one of the epic bar crawls or vodka tasting experiences and familiarise yourselves with Poland’s most popular tipples.
Is it easy to get from the airport to Krakow city centre?
Yes, there’s a variety of public transport options and taxis available to get you to and from Kraków John Paul II International Airport. But one of the best recommendations we can provide is to get one of our pre-arranged, private transfers booked. Hassle free and efficient, these transfers will pick you and your whole group up straight from the airport and whisk you off to your accommodation.
.These private transfers ensure you’ll be able to keep the whole gang together, and won’t have to wait around for taxis or public transport. Plus, you’ll be able to arrange a return transfer too, picking you up in good time and taking you back to the airport on the day of departure. If you’re really looking to treat the hen, why not book one of our party bus transfers with sexy stripper or live your best life with a limo pickup?
What should we wear for a hen party in Krakow?
Krakow is a pretty laid-back city, so make sure you pack a pair of trainers or comfy shoes for your daytime activities (you’ll likely be walking around a lot) and something dressy up for Krakow’s lively bar and club scene.
How many people can join a hen party in Krakow?
There’s really no limit to group size when it comes to a Krakow hen do - this city is a fantastic choice for both small and large groups. All of our activity listings display a minimum and maximum group size, making it easy to find activities to suit your group!
Is Krakow affordable for a hen do?
Absolutely! This city is known for being one of the more budget-friendly cities in Europe, offering hen party groups excellent value for money - good news for your bank account!
Top 10 Hen Party Activities in Krakow
During your hen do in Krakow, you’ll be pleased to know there are loads of activities that are sure to keep you occupied and make the bride-to-be’s last weekend of freedom one to remember. From adrenaline-pumping adventures to relaxing pamper days, there’s something here to suit everybody.
Take your party to the water on a party boat where you’ll enjoy drinks, music from a live DJ and great views as you journey down the River Wisla for two fun-packed hours! Take loads of photos and celebrate your last night of freedom hard with the girls and fellow party lovers. To make things even more special, you’ll all receive unlimited drinks, that’s as many glasses of alcohol or soft drink as you like. You can really let your hair down on the boat as you pass gorgeous landmarks and celebrate with the girls. And the party doesn’t stop when you disembark as you’ll all receive nightclub entry.
During your hen do in Krakow, you’ll be pleased to know there are loads of activities that are sure to keep you occupied and make the bride-to-be’s last weekend of freedom one to remember. From adrenaline-pumping adventures to relaxing pamper days, there’s something here to suit everybody. Why not try the most popular hen party activity, cocktail making! You’ll shake up a storm as you learn how to make a selection of moreish cocktails from scratch, with full tutelage from a mixologist who’ll share their expert knowledge, provide all the ingredients and equipment you need and host party games to up the fun factor!
Before the party starts, why not have some quality time with the girls and feel any stress melt away with a Krakow hen party spa day? You’ll each receive a champagne tasting, sandwich plate and access to the spa’s fabulous swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and steam room. As if that wasn’t enough, you’ll also get an amazing 30-minute treatment, performed by the spa’s talented staff. Will you go for the hot chocolate massage or the relaxation massage? Either way, it sounds heavenly as you relax to the max and catch up with your best girls whether it’s having a good old gossip about the upcoming wedding, last night’s shenanigans or arranging a plan of action for tonight.
Wild nightlife, a friendly crowd and cheap booze prices make a night out in Krakow unforgettable! Areas such as the Main Square, Old Town and Kazimierz (the Jewish district) are just begging to be explored and the best way to do it is with a bar crawl. A friendly, English-speaking guide will show you around and take you to several of the best bars or pubs in the city centre. Once inside, you’ll enjoy free drinks and a feel-good atmosphere. You can even choose to go on a cocktail bar crawl if you fancy something a bit more fancy or have nightclub entry included.
Are you ready to see Poland’s answer to Magic Mike? Spice up your Krakow hen do with a visit to see male strippers who’ll put on a wild show for you. They’ll don a range of naughty costumes, from fireman to policeman to skimpy underwear, and slowly undress for you as you all scream for more. This is a safe and non-judgemental space where the bride-to-be and her hens can really let their hair down. Expect plenty of cheeky audience participation as one or more of you get pulled up on stage for a lapdance that’ll make everyone blush and giggle.
Fancy working out your grey matter? An escape room sees you locked in a room for one hour and the only way to get it out is by solving clues, puzzles and tasks as a team. Alternatively, if you want to combine some detective work with sightseeing, try out our treasure hunt. All run by a mobile app, this interactive, GPS hunt sends you on a quest around the city sights, asking you questions and setting you photo and video challenges. It’s a great way to get competitive with your mates and blow off some steam as you explore the city, searching for clues, codes and questions.
Poland is famous for its vodka. It’s amongst the most delicious in the world so come and have a taste in a fun setting. The focus is always on fun and getting merry as an English-speaking vodka expert teaches you all about how this mouth-watering spirit is made, sharing loads of fun facts about what makes Polish vodka so delicious. To help you learn, you’ll get your hands on lots of samples, up to five glasses of vodka per person, each with a different flavour and story. You’ll also play competitive games to get the good times flowing as fast as the vodka.
If you’re after an activity that’s totally different from the norm, test your nerve with bungee jumping where you’ll throw yourself off a 90m high construction crane. Nothing packs an adrenaline-fuelled punch like it. You’ll have an instructor with you to carry out a safety briefing and get you kitted out in safety gear before you take the plunge. This is once in a lifetime stuff! Are you feeling brave enough to take on a bungee jump? It might seem terrifying but you’ll feel such a massive sense of pride and satisfaction once it’s over. You might even want to go again!
If you want to keep your feet on the floor but also want to keep things adrenaline-fuelled, then why not go for a go karting session? You’ll be on an indoor or outdoor track, whizzing around like you’re a true Formula 1 pro. Don’t worry if you’ve never even learned to drive, you’ll still be able to hop in and put the pedal to the metal as you race your mates and attempt to beat the fastest lap. The controls and rules of the race will be explained by the go track kart’s friendly staff, making this activity suitable for all abilities. You go, girl!
If bungee jumping is too high up, you could always climb a pole instead! Pole dancing is a quintessential Krakow hen party activity, getting any ice broken as you learn some seductive spins and basic tricks that’ll boost your confidence and get everyone smiling. A professional pole instructor will take you under their wing and teach you how to put on a real show on the pole. You’ll learn a sexy choreographed routine that’ll have you spinning, gliding and gyrating around. Encourage your mates as they try something new and help boost their confidence.
Reviews for Krakow hen activities
Indoor Go Karting
This was really good, great karts and track, transfers arrived early and our guide made sure all our requirements were met throughout the activity
Simon Tuong
Krakow Boat Party
Great party, fun vibes, chilled sunset, cool staff and party people ready to dance
Natalie Charlton
Fun facts
Did you know?
- Krakow Square is the biggest market square in the world and it’s also been voted the best by Lonely Planet.
- This awesome city was the capital of Poland for more than 500 years.
- Krakow’s Old Town was one of the first sites to be added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1978. You’ll love exploring it on your hen do in Krakow.
- Stephen Spielberg movie Schindler’s List was filmed in the Jewish quarter of Kazimierz.
- At the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, every hour Mary’s hymn is played but always stops before the end to symbolise the trumpeter who was shot by enemy fire whilst trying to warn people of the attack in 1240.
- Krakow is a UNESCO City of Literature and was once named the European Capital of Culture.
- Its full name translates as the Royal Capital City of Krakow (Stołeczne Królewskie Miasto Krakow).
- While they’re unsure of exactly when Wawel Castle in the Old Town was built, its earliest fragments date back to the 11th century. It was once home to Poland’s royalty.
- The tower of the Town Hall is Krakow’s answer to the Tower of Pisa! It leans from its base by just 55cm but because of its 70m height, it’s easily noticeable.
- According to Polish legend, the city is protected by a mighty dragon.
Krakow in numbers
- Krakow is the second biggest and one of the oldest cities in Poland, dating back to the 7th century.
- Around 13 million tourists visit the city every year.
- With 120 churches, the city’s aptly nicknamed the city of churches.
- There are 18 different districts in Krakow. How many will you explore on your hen night in Krakow?
- The University of Krakow is the oldest university in Poland and the second oldest in central Europe, being founded in 1364.
- The city’s home to five nature reserves with a combined area of 120 acres.
- Sigismund Bell in Wawel Cathedral, weighs 11 tonnes.
- Krakow is home to more than two million artworks.
- Around 2% of Poland’s population lives in Krakow.
- The famous Old Town covers 9.4 acres of cobbled land between Wawel Castle and St Florian’s Gate and features 6,000 historic sites.
Local Celebs
You might not spot many celebs on your hen do in Krakow but you're bound to bump into plenty of stag do's! With the prosecco flowing and the guys wearing fancy dress, there's no telling who you might get a selfie with!
Food and Drink
Traditional Polish cuisine is all about comfort food, hearty and heavy on carbs with loads of meat. Sounds good, right? Especially when we all know that calories don’t count during a Krakow hen party! Here are some tasty Polish delights that you’ve got to try during your stay.
Pierogi
Pierogi are dumplings with a range of fillings, traditionally potato, but can come in all sorts of delectable flavours. From cheese and sauerkraut to fruits and berries, there’s a flavour to suit everyone’s tastes!
Barszcz - This popular Eastern European soup is packed with flavour. It’s a sour soup, meaning you might get a bit of a shock when you take a sip. However, the beetroot base gives it a lovely deep red colour making this a comforting winter warmer.
Zapiekanka - Poland’s answer to the UK’s late-night kebab, Zapiekanka are tasty baguettes that are smothered with cheese and mushrooms and tomato or garlic sauce.
Milk Bars - Krakow’s the birthplace of the milk bar (bar mleczny). First opened in 1948, these cafes offered cheap and cheerful, dairy-based meals and drinks to the masses. Many milk bars closed with the collapse of communism, but some still remain. They’re certainly not fancy but are well worth a visit for a filling meal and to experience the local culture.
Activities for Foodie Hen Parties in Krakow
Traditional Polish meals - Start your hen do in Krakow off the right way with a traditional three course meal. You and your besties will enjoy a two-hour sitting as you into a soup starter, main course and dessert from a traditionally Polish set menu. We’ll also treat you to two drinks each, either wine, beer or soft drinks that you can use to toast the bride and groom-to-be. A friendly English-speaking guide will meet you before your meal and walk you to this city centre restaurant, so you don’t need to worry about finding your way through the winding streets or potentially getting lost! They’ll stay with you to help you order your dinner and drinks, help with any translations and generally make sure everyone’s having a great time.
Pod Aniolami - For a totally gothic restaurant experience in Krakow, head to Pod Aniolami, a wonderful medieval eatery situated in the cellars of an old 13th-century building that’ll take you back in time. If you don’t fancy tucking into your meal in the cosy old cellar, you can sit in the beautiful medieval-garden and soak up the sun. Po Aniolami serve traditional Polish food including Russian dumplings and wild boar steaks and lots and lots of vodka. Bottoms up!
Milkbar Tomasza - We’ve already mentioned the milk bars that popped up during the communist era. There are still a few in Krakow today, so they’re definitely worth a visit during your Krakow hen do. Milk bar Tomasza is a modern revamp of an old millibar and offers a tasty menu of pierogi, baked potatoes and lots of fresh ingredients.
Krakow Nightlife
Krakow boasts one of the highest concentrations of bars, pubs and clubs in Europe. That’s why it’s important you don’t miss out and make sure you book your entry in advance! We have everything from cocktail making to guided bar crawls — what more could a girl want on her last night of freedom?
Kick start your night with a bang with Krakow hen party cocktail making where you’ll learn the tricks of the trade and create (and drink!) three cocktails of your own. Who wouldn’t loving the combo of learning a new skill with sinking tasty cocktails? You pre-drink making skills are about to get seriously upped, girls!
Rather someone else did the pouring during your Krakow hen night? Try our vodka tasting experience. There’s an ongoing debate between Poland and Russia on who invented vodka but if you listen to Krakow locals, they’ll say this delicious drink was created in Poland in the 8th century so where better to taste the stuff? You’ll each get your hands on five different vodkas with fun facts shared by the bartender and snacks provided to help line those tummies a little.
Our Krakow bar crawl is an awesome introduction to the best watering holes in the city. You’ll visit a minimum of three bars over the course of three hours and will receive two cocktails each. The friendly, English-speaking guide will show you around and make sure you have the best time. What better way to kick off you Krakow hen do?
Fancy a party with a difference? Head out on the river with a party boat cruise in Krakow! Enjoy a totally unlimited open bar stocked with beer, spirits and soft drinks, dance to top tunes from the onboard DJ and receive entry to a banging nightclub when you disembark. What better way to celebrate the bride-to-be’s last weekend of freedom?
The Best Time to Visit Krakow
Wondering when is the best time to visit Krakow for your hen do?
You’ll probably be pleased to know that Krakow has a warmer climate due to it being in eastern Europe. High summer is anytime between July and August. You’ll enjoy the buzzing atmosphere and hot nights. However, if you want to avoid the crowds, May and June are perfect for that spring feeling and warm evenings.
Jewenalia
Whenever you’re planning a hen do in Krakow, you’re in for some fun! You might not be a student but that won’t stop you enjoying student celebration, Juwenalia in May. Get ready to party hard for a full week as the students take over the Old Town in an alcohol-filled celebration before their exams with colourful parades, an open-air ball and live music.
The Jewish Cultural Festival
The Jewish Cultural Festival takes place in June bringing 300 events and more than 30,000 people to the city to take part in tours, workshops, lectures and musical events from concerts to DJs and jam sessions, all highlight the beauty and diversity of Jewish culture from all over the world.
Wianki
Also taking place in June is Wianki, a festival dating back to pagan times that celebrates the summer solstice with famous musical acts performing on and near the Vistula River, fireworks and competitions for the most beautiful wreath.
Annual Pierogi Festival
Have you tried pierogi yet? This Polish staple food is so popular that’s its even got its own festival! The annual Pierogi Festival takes place every August and gives visitors the chance to try this Polish delicacy in all its different forms and flavours. You can even vote for your fave! The festival also promotes traditional Polish cuisine and folk culture with art exhibitions and live music performances.
Christmas Market
November and December see the return of the Christmas Market which takes place in Rynek Glowny, the city’s huge central square in the historic Old Town. Here you’ll find loads of traditional wooden stalls with gifts, decorations, crafts from local blacksmiths and carvers, food and mulled wine. There’s also live entertainment and carol singers to get you well and truly in the festive mood during your hen do in Krakow.
Getting around
Getting Around During Your Krakow Hen Do
The city centre is conveniently close to the airport, reachable by taxi in around 30 minutes so it won’t take you long to be in the thick of all the action for your Krakow hen weekend. This awesome Polish city is easy to get around with a good bus and tram service, but we recommend getting out and seeing the sights by foot.
The city streets are stunning and you’re sure to find loads of popular hotspots and hidden gems, including vintage and indie boutiques, as you wander around.
A walk is the best way to see all the gorgeous gothic architecture and really appreciate how beautiful everything is. But don’t worry if you’re tired after dancing all night on your hen do in Krakow, you can always jump in a taxi.
Want to try transportation with a difference? Hop on a flyboarding experience that’ll see you thrusted into the air by powerful jets! The jets will be strapped to your feet as you glide across the water and wave to all your friends. You’ll get a transfer to and from your accommodation so all you need to do is come along and have some fun on your hen do in Krakow!
Fancy a Hen Party in Krakow?
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