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07.03.2025

Olkusz - attractions

Hotel Victoria in Olkusz in the Małopolskie Voivodeship is an excellent place for a comfortable stay, serving as an ideal base for exploring the charms of the Błędów Desert and the Castle in Rabsztyn. Located at 18 Adama Mickiewicza Street, the hotel offers convenient access to the most interesting attractions of the region and the opportunity to learn about the city's history.

Hotel Victoria in Olkusz - Proximity to tourist attractions

One of the biggest advantages of Hotel Victoria is its location. Near the Kraków-Częstochowa Jura there are key regional attractions, perfect for tourists wanting to discover interesting places and spend time outdoors:

  • Błędów Desert: Known as the "Polish Sahara," it is the largest area of drifting sands in Central Europe. This unique and only place of its kind attracts tourists eager to admire extraordinary landscapes and experience a walk on a real desert.
  • Castle in Rabsztyn: Picturesquely located ruins of the medieval Rabsztyn castle on a high limestone rock make an excellent trip destination for history and architecture enthusiasts. A walk on the castle hill allows you to travel back in time and feel the atmosphere of bygone centuries. The site is partially restored and open for visitation; a discounted ticket on weekdays costs 15 PLN, on weekends 18 PLN, while a regular ticket costs 20 and 25 PLN respectively.

However, Olkusz is not only about outdoor attractions. The town also offers many monuments such as the Władysław Wołkowski Creativity Museum, the African Studies Museum, and the PTTK regional museum. It is also worth spending a moment to learn about the history of Olkusz and visit the multimedia exhibition in the basement of the town hall in Olkusz market square. The Underground Olkusz and the history of the silver city can be explored by purchasing a combined ticket with a tour of the Rabsztyn Castle. Many of these attractions will also be an interesting adventure for children.

Convenient location

Why is it worth visiting Olkusz? Hotel Victoria is an ideal tourist location and an excellent base. It is situated directly on National Road 94, which enables quick access to Kraków and Katowice. The journey to both cities and the Balice and Pyrzowice airports takes about 50 minutes, making the hotel an attractive place for both tourists and business travelers.

Choosing Hotel Victoria in Olkusz as your place of stay, you gain comfortable accommodation, excellent cuisine, and a great location that enables easy access to attractions near Olkusz such as the Błędów Desert and the Castle in Rabsztyn. It is the perfect base for anyone who wants to discover the charms of Małopolska and the Kraków-Częstochowa Jura.