Kazimierz is a historical centre encompassing parts of downtown and the old town of Krakow, Poland. This location serves as a melting pot of Polish and Jewish culture and has developed into a popular tourist attraction. Kazimierz is a cultural hub defined by the Vistula River and its former extension into what is now modern Stradomska Street.
One of the most popular activities in Kazimierz is strolling and sightseeing along the Vistula River at night and experiencing unprecedented views of the Wawel Castle. The Church of Corpus Christi is the location’s predominant landmark, serving as architectural icon embracing styles spanning three epochs. Other points of interest include the Galicia Jewish Museum, Remuh Synagogue and the City Engineering Museum.
Walking is the predominant form of transit around the historic centre of Kazimierz. A comprehensive bus and tram system provide for public transportation. Additional forms of transportation include taxi and car rentals.
Kazimierz served as a melting point for three different medieval cultures dating back to its earliest times. Upon the conclusion of the Second World War, the area experienced a revitalisation that attributed to a residential return of the Jewish population and subsequently an economic boom of retail and commerce, including Jewish restaurants, bars, souvenir shops and boutiques.