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  • The Rock
    The Rock Posts: 1,439
    Auschwitz advice please...

    I've got two entry passes for the morning, and they were free to order. I've confused myself now... what do the entry passes give me? Just entry into the place? 
    I fear I've made an error, because we need transport from our hotel so I'm guessing I needed to book guided tour?
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  • Red Lukin
    Red Lukin Canada Posts: 2,994
    Hey, I'm looking to go to Auschwitz early on July 3rd, but it appears it's best to take a bus.  Can a local pleaes help?

    Would you book the lajkonik train ticket in advance or just buy at the station?  
  • Red Lukin
    Red Lukin Canada Posts: 2,994
    edited May 2018
    Also, I believe the bus stop is 'Oświęcim Stanisławy Leszczyńskiej'.  Any idea how long afterward I should book the tour; taking into account, waling to the museum, and possible bus delay?

    Edit: never-mind..already booked.  I believe the stop is right next to the museum.
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  • davidos
    davidos Posts: 481
    Can anyone recommend a tour company to use for travel and guided tour for Salt Mines and Auschwitz? Will do Salt Mines July 3rd and Auschwitz July 4th...
    Thx!
  • Red Lukin
    Red Lukin Canada Posts: 2,994
    I've heard this one is pretty good.  I think there was a discount code posted here as well.  
    https://www.viator.com/Krakow-attractions/Auschwitz-Birkenau-Memorial-and-Museum/d529-a783?subPageType=tours-tickets&mcid=28353&supci=1272154507&supag=26993597051&supsc=s&supai=116063451731&supap=1t4&supdv=c&supnt=g&supti=aud-296347871987:kwd-278150852&suplp=9061009&supli=&m=28353&supag=26993597051&supsc=aud-296347871987:kwd-278150852&supai=116063451731&supap=1t4&supdv=c&supnt=g&supti=aud-296347871987:kwd-278150852&suplp=9061009&supli=&supfi=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5rv9xIyr2wIVSLbACh2tNgixEAAYBCAAEgJIXPD_BwE

    It's a bit pricey compared to just buying tickets to Auschqitz yourself and taking a bus, which is what I'm doing, but not a bad idea.
  • Spiritual_Chaos
    Spiritual_Chaos Posts: 31,471
    So the tauron arena homepage is pretty bad, can't find info on how to get there. Anyone has info? Getting there from.. the centre of town I guess
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  • danny
    danny Posts: 2,283
    this will be the one
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  • Spiritual_Chaos
    Spiritual_Chaos Posts: 31,471
    edited June 2018
    Tram 10 and 52?
    Post edited by Spiritual_Chaos on
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  • lastexitlondon
    lastexitlondon Posts: 14,896
    @radar he knows


    this song is meant to be called i got shit,itshould be called i got shit tickets-hartford 06 -
  • PJNB
    PJNB Posts: 13,890
    https://jakdojade.pl/krakow/trasa/


    Use that or download the app to your phone with the same name. Google maps does not have Krakow transit uploaded so it just shows walking paths instead. The tram takes you close to Tauron Arena. 
  • BlueLedbetter
    BlueLedbetter Posts: 1,377
    PJNB said:
    https://jakdojade.pl/krakow/trasa/


    Use that or download the app to your phone with the same name. Google maps does not have Krakow transit uploaded so it just shows walking paths instead. The tram takes you close to Tauron Arena. 

    Thanks for that was worried there was no transport as google didn't have it
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  • radar
    radar Posts: 778
    Hi. Will try to write some more tomorrow. There are plenty options. Tram is best choice
  • CopperTom
    CopperTom Posts: 3,149
    radar said:
    Hi. Will try to write some more tomorrow. There are plenty options. Tram is best choice
    Does Tram run 24 hours a day?
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  • radar
    radar Posts: 778

    Hi everybody,

    Have you seen EV in London mentioning the Given To Live action in the UK?
    If not, you will have the second chance in a few days in Krakow.
    If yes – then let’s do it once again. Together....
    Do not miss it this time
    We are so happy to have Given To Live supporting one of our Polish PJ friends and taking her to PJ concert in Krakow. Cala Naprzod this time!
    Knowing costs of PJ touring I know it is not the best moment to ask anyone for supporting charity actions financially, but you could do something faster and for free.
    Just check Given to Live and Cala Naprzód pages, like it, share it and simply support it.

    https://www.facebook.com/giventolive/
    https://www.facebook.com/calanaprzodmpd/

    Please do not lose yourself in searching for best beer pubs in Krakow, researching how to get to the venue, which tram to use etc.
    I will be more than happy to help you with this – just pm. I’m local
    At the same time spread the word about Given To Live and Cala Naprzod, share it, like it or simply smile if you see anyone in Krakow dressed with Given To Live or Cala Naprzod t-shirts.
    Thanks
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  • radar
    radar Posts: 778

    some travel tips.

    many ask how to get to the venue from the city center. if we consider "main market" in the Old Town as the heart of the city center please note that there are no trams crossing the main market. it's closed for transport.

    however, many tram lines run literally around the main market, while you will find a tram stop within around 200-300 metres if you leave the main market in any direction.

    of course one of the biggest tram stops is between the main market and the central station (close to Galeria Krakowska shopping mall)

    there are two tram stops close to the venue:

    1. the south one is Tauron Arena Krakow Wieczysta with trams 4, 44 and 52 running from the Central Station (Dworzec Glowny) tram stop. It's 15-20 min tram ride. 

    2. the north stop would be Tauron Arena Krakow Al. Pokoju with lines 14 and 22 going from the city centre

    please note that trams run until approx. 11-11.30 pm so you would not have a lot of time after the show to walk around the venue etc. you better move with your friends to the city center and have some afterparty right there.

    marcin

  • Spiritual_Chaos
    Spiritual_Chaos Posts: 31,471
    radar said:

    some travel tips.

    many ask how to get to the venue from the city center. if we consider "main market" in the Old Town as the heart of the city center please note that there are no trams crossing the main market. it's closed for transport.

    however, many tram lines run literally around the main market, while you will find a tram stop within around 200-300 metres if you leave the main market in any direction.

    of course one of the biggest tram stops is between the main market and the central station (close to Galeria Krakowska shopping mall)

    there are two tram stops close to the venue:

    1. the south one is Tauron Arena Krakow Wieczysta with trams 4, 44 and 52 running from the Central Station (Dworzec Glowny) tram stop. It's 15-20 min tram ride. 

    2. the north stop would be Tauron Arena Krakow Al. Pokoju with lines 14 and 22 going from the city centre

    please note that trams run until approx. 11-11.30 pm so you would not have a lot of time after the show to walk around the venue etc. you better move with your friends to the city center and have some afterparty right there.

    marcin

    what happens if You miss the last tram? No problems getting a taxi I guess? Can You walk?
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  • lastexitlondon
    lastexitlondon Posts: 14,896
    Yea  how much is a taxi?


    this song is meant to be called i got shit,itshould be called i got shit tickets-hartford 06 -
  • PJNB
    PJNB Posts: 13,890
    There are night buses too. Also it is a 45 minute walk back to old town. Would be a fun walk singing some tunes!
  • mrk2
    mrk2 Finland Posts: 2,091
    Which stop is better for night buses, the north or south?
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