KRAKOW, Poland — The notes of the trumpeter high ... of the emptied square at dawn’s first light or deep into the night, the sound from the taller of two towers at St. Mary’s Basilica ...

and try to stick to well-lit areas at night. You'll also want to avoid public demonstrations and rely on ATMs or legitimate exchange kiosks for changing money. Additional safety tips for Poland ...

Warm temperatures in the low 50s to mid-70s will let you hang out in the Main Market Square late into the night, plus this season sees some of the city's best festivals. The natural tradeoffs are ...