The Dominicans came to Krakow in 1222, and this church was constructed a few decades later. It also received additions over the next few centuries, all of which was burned down in 1850. Rebuilt after that, the huge building you see here is a lovely and large neo-Gothic structure. A monastery is joined to the church. The relics of Saint Jacek Odrowaz, founder of this complex, are in the chapel upstairs. Various Polish noblemen have also been interred here over the years. Despite the fire, the 14th century Gothic portal survived. Also look for the Mannerist Myszkowski Chapel and the Baroque Zbaraski chapel. But the late-Renaissance chapel of St Hyacinth is probably the most famous. The Our Lady of the Rosary image is said to have healing powers.

• Don’t visit at mass time.

Mass:

• Sundays and holidays: 8 am, 9 am, 10.30 am, 12pm, 1.30 pm, 3.30 pm (except July and August), 5 pm, 7 pm, 8.20 pm, and 9.30 pm
• Monday - Saturday: 7 am, 8 am, 9 am, noon, 5 pm, 6 pm, and 7.30

Closed to tourists on Sunday.

• Drive or take a taxi to Old Town.
• Walk or cycle to here from inside Old Town.

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