8 days in Warsaw & Krakow Itinerary

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Warsaw University Library and Saxon Gardens. And it doesn't end there: appreciate the history behind Monument to the Warsaw Uprising Fighters, get to know the fascinating history of Krakowskie Przedmiescie, step into the grandiose world of Zamek Krolewski w Warszawie - Muzeum, and explore the different monuments and memorials at Cmentarz Wojskowy na Powazkach.

To see maps, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Warsaw itinerary planner.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Warsaw is an approximately 9-hour travel. You can also fly. The time zone difference when traveling from Dubai to Warsaw is minus 3 hours. Traveling from Dubai in August, things will get much colder in Warsaw: highs are around 29°C and lows about 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) to allow enough time to take a train to Krakow.

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

Explore hidden gems such as Nature & Wildlife Tours and Lost Souls Alley. The adventure continues: appreciate the extensive heritage of Planty Park, contemplate the long history of Wawel Cathedral, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and step into the grandiose world of Wawel Royal Castle.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Krakow trip itinerary builder website.

Traveling by train from Warsaw to Krakow takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In August in Krakow, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 15°C at night. On the 8th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.