📜 An underground city beneath Krakow's postwar socialist utopia, Nowa Huta, hides hundreds of bunkers and shelters built during Poland's communist era.
🔍 These structures, including a hospital and command center, were designed for war with the West.Why Go🕵️ Explore an underground city with over 250 rooms, including a hospital and command center.
📽️ Visit the biggest bunker hidden inside an old cinema.
🏛️ Discover Cold War and Communist history.
💎 Experience a hidden gem off the beaten path, recommended by visitors.
🚗 Experience a vintage Trabant tour with local insights.
🚗 Combine with a tour of the former Lenin Steelworks and Nowa Huta district.Why Avoid🚧 Some bunkers require renovation.
🗺️ Finding all bunker locations independently can be challenging.
🏭 Steelworks plant itself is not open to tourists.Tips🎟️ Purchase tickets at the Muzeum Nowej Huty (formerly PRL Museum).
🗺️ Tours available for Command Post Shelter and Muzeum Nowej Huty bunker.
💡 Consider a guided tour for comprehensive access and context, possibly by vintage Trabant for a full experience.Cost💰 Tour packages available, includes transport, guides, and cold buffet.Hours🕒 Tour duration approximately 3 hours 30 minutes.Location📍 Main site: Osiedle Centrum E 1, Krakow.
🗺️ Muzeum Nowej Huty is the primary access point.