Church of St. Casimir the Prince

The Church of St. Casimir is a Baroque structure in Kraków's Old Town featuring late-18th-century altars with ornate carved details. The interior is anchored by a prominent crucifix at the high altar and decorated with religious paintings from the 1660s to 1700s era.

The earlier church was destroyed during the Swedish invasion in the 1650s. In 1666, a bishop laid the foundation for the current building, which was then furnished with Baroque elements over the following decades.

This place holds deep meaning for the Franciscan community who have shaped its spiritual character over centuries. Visitors walking through notice how the interior layout and religious objects reflect the way monks practice their faith daily.

The church is typically open to visitors during daylight hours but may close during services or prayer times. As an active monastery, it is best visited at times when the community is not engaged in scheduled religious observances.

Below the church lie catacombs holding hundreds of naturally mummified remains from past centuries. These underground spaces open to visitors only a few times each year, particularly around All Souls Day in November.