Plate
95 zł
Hotel Avg
90 zł
Best Month
September
Airport Dist.
12km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to PLN from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in KrakowComplete guide for your wedding in Krakow
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Krakow, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Polish royal magic, historic squares, and legendary castles. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 8.5/10 in romanticism, Krakow offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Krakow has excellent leisure infrastructure (8/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Krakow
Main advantages
- One of Europe's best-preserved medieval cities with a fairytale-like old town.
- Excellent value for money, with menus and lodging considerably cheaper than in Western Europe.
- Direct flight connectivity through its international airport located just 12 km away.
Points to keep in mind
- Extremely cold and snowy winters, limiting outdoor weddings to late spring and summer.
- Administrative paperwork for foreign civil weddings can be bureaucratic and requires Polish translations.
The style in Krakow
Dominant Style
Medieval Palace Style
Local Tradition
Photoshoot at Wawel Castle and wedding feast with the traditional parents' welcome of bread, salt, and a vodka toast
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Krakow
Pałac pod Baranami
Historic aristocratic palace located on Krakow's Main Square, ideal for urban royal celebrations.
Zamek Korzkiew
Fully restored 14th-century castle on the outskirts of the city, offering an intimate medieval experience.
Sheraton Grand Krakow
Modern luxury next to the Vistula River at the foot of Wawel Castle, with unbeatable views of the fortress.
Wedding traditions in Poland
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Bread, salt, and vodka
Parents welcome newlyweds with bread (so they never hunger), salt (for life's difficulties), and a vodka toast (for joy).
The veil dance (Oczepiny)
At midnight, the bride removes her veil and the groom his bow tie, throwing them to single guests during traditional games.
Legal requirements to marry in Poland
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
Urząd Stanu Cywilnego (Civil Registry Office)
Minimum notice
31 days
Witnesses per spouse
1
Key steps
- Visit the Civil Registry Office at least 31 days prior to the wedding date.
- Provide passports, birth certificates, and marital capacity certificate.
- Sign a formal declaration of no legal impediments to marry.
- The ceremony is conducted by a civil registrar at the registry or approved venue.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in Poland- Certificate of no impediment to marriage translated to Polish by a sworn translator.
- Apostilled or legalized birth certificate translated into Polish.
- Valid passport.
How to get there from Poland
Main airports
Rail
PKP Intercity
Common departure points
London · Munich · Paris · Madrid · Frankfurt
Typical vendors in Poland
What Polish couples ask most
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Alojamiento para tu boda en Krakow
Precio medio: ~90€/noche
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Vuelos a Krakow
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Que hacer en Krakow
Actividades para invitados que viajan a la boda: tours guiados, experiencias locales y planes para los dias previos o posteriores.
Cancelacion gratuita en la mayoria de actividades
Preparativos esenciales
Seguro de viaje
Imprescindible para viajar tranquilos
- Cobertura medica
- Cancelacion de vuelos
- Equipaje perdido
- Asistencia 24h
eSIM internacional
Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
- Cobertura en +190 paises
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to get married in Krakow?
The average menu is around €95 per guest. A complete elegant wedding of 100 guests ranges between €12,000 and €22,000, making it a very competitive destination.
Is it legal for foreigners to marry in Poland?
Yes. It requires visiting the Polish Civil Registry at least 31 days prior to present passports, birth certificates, and an apostilled certificate of no impediment translated by a sworn translator.
What is the most recommended time of year for a wedding in Krakow?
September is ideal. The average temperature is around 18°C, rain risk is low, and the city's parks take on a spectacular golden hue.
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