Tourist route with multimedia exhibition
and Underground Boat Crossing with Audioguide in Foreign Languages
Experience the Underground Boat Crossing Tour - created especially for international visitors and available with a multilingual audio guide. Journey through the odest salt mine in Poland and discover an extraordinary underground landscape, including a unique boat ride across a flooded mining chamber.
15-17 °C
Temperature in the mine: 15-17°C, air humidity: 70%.
about 4 hours
The duration of the trip is 4 hours.
700 stairs
Descent and ascent from the mine are by elevator, but there are stairs along the tourist route.
Touring and attractions
Check out what attractions await you during your adventure on this route.
Underground Multimedia Exhibition
Explore one of Europe’s oldest salt mines on a unique underground tour combining history with modern technology. The multimedia exhibition takes you through centuries of salt mining, from the Middle Ages to today, with lifelike sets, sound effects, and historical figures like Polish kings and Genoese merchants.
The tour includes a scenic underground boat ride and is available with free audio guides in English, German, Italian, Spanish, and French – just ask at the ticket desk.
A perfect mix of education and adventure, this experience delights visitors of all ages.
Finish your visit with a delicious meal!
Where does your
adventure begin?
The tour of this route begins at the Campi shaft.
Campi shaft address:
ul. Campi 15, 32-700 Bochnia
Discover the route
Route with Multimedia Exhibition and Underground Boat Crossing
A version of the tourist route enhanced with a unique attraction – the underground boat ride. After exploring the multimedia exhibition route, participants have the opportunity to sail through a brine-filled chamber, located 230 meters underground. This is the only attraction of its kind in salt mines in Poland.
a descent in a mining lift, a ride on the underground mining railway, a tour of the Tourist Route with the Multimedia Exhibition, an underground boat ride, and a stay in the Ważyn Chamber
The tour lasts approximately 4 hours.
For individuals over 3 years old.
Buy in advance
pay less!
The price of online tickets is lower than at the ticket office, and the earlier you purchase, the better the price. Online tickets can be purchased up to 60 minutes before the start of the selected tour. If online tickets are unavailable, they can be bought at the ticket office before the descent, according to the schedule set by the Customer Service Office.
Buy ticketQuestions and answers
Check what’s worth knowing before starting your adventure.
What makes the Multimedia Tour with Boat Ride unique?
This version of the tour includes everything from the standard multimedia experience, plus an unforgettable underground boat crossing on a flooded chamber. It combines history, adventure, and storytelling in one incredible experience beneath the surface.
Is the underground boat ride safe for children?
Yes. Children aged 3 and older can participate. Life jackets are provided and trained staff ensure the safety of every passenger. The boat ride is calm and suitable even for visitors who are not strong swimmers.
How long does the tour with the boat crossing take?
This version of the tour takes 4 hours. The additional time accounts for the boat ride and the logistics of accessing the underground pier.
Is the underground boat crossing available in other languages?
Yes. The boat crossing is conducted in Polish with audio guides available for international visitors. Audio guides are offered in English, German, Spanish, French, and Italian – just ask for one at the ticket office before entering the mine. Guided tours with a foreign-language guide are also possible, but must be booked in advance through the Tourist Service Office.
Is the boat ride included in the ticket price?
Yes. Tickets for this tour include the multimedia route and the boat crossing. Pricing details are available on our website.
Where does the tourist route with the underground boat crossing begin?
The tour of the tourist route with the multimedia exhibition and underground boat crossing begins at the Campi Shaft, which is the main entrance to the mine.
Do visitors take an elevator or stairs on the tourist route with underground boat crossing?
Visitors access and exit this route via a mining elevator, ensuring comfortable entry to the mine. However, there are sections along the tour that include stairs which must be navigated on foot. Visitors with limited mobility should take this into account before making a reservation.
Is the tourist route with the underground boat crossing accessible for people with disabilities?
The tourist route with the underground multimedia exhibition and boat crossing is not adapted to the needs of people with disabilities. The route includes stairs and sections that require walking between chambers, and the boat crossing itself requires getting in and out independently and maintaining balance during the ride. Visitors with various types of disabilities—physical, sensory, or cognitive—can join a specially adapted version of the multimedia tour, available at designated times, which avoids the most physically demanding parts of the route.
Is parking available at the mine, and is it paid?
Yes, there is an unattended parking lot at the Campi Shaft, which is the starting point for the tourist route with the multimedia exhibition and underground boat crossing. The parking fee is 10 PLN per day for passenger cars.
Are there luggage storage or cloakroom facilities in the mine?
There are no luggage storage or cloakroom facilities available on the tourist route with the underground multimedia exhibition and boat crossing. It is recommended to bring only essential items, as larger bags may make the tour less comfortable. Visitors are also advised to prepare accordingly—especially in terms of clothing—as the temperature in the mine remains constant throughout the year at around 15–17°C.
Can I move around the mine on my own or leave early during the tourist route with the boat crossing?
The tour of the tourist route with the underground multimedia exhibition and boat crossing is conducted exclusively under the supervision of a guide or mine staff. Independent movement through the mine is not permitted. Leaving the tour early is only possible in exceptional situations, such as unforeseen emergencies, and requires an escort by a mine employee to exit to the surface. Due to the structure of the route—including the boat crossing and walking passages between chambers—it is strongly recommended to plan your visit in a way that allows you to take part in the entire tour.
How should I dress for the mine tour that includes the underground boat crossing?
The temperature on this route remains constant at 15–17°C, so it can feel chilly underground even during summer. It is recommended to bring a warmer outer layer, such as a sweatshirt or light jacket. Due to the nature of the tour—which includes stairs, passages between chambers, and an underground boat crossing—sturdy, comfortable footwear is essential. Sports or trekking shoes are strongly recommended to ensure both safety and comfort during the visit.
What are the health contraindications for the boat crossing route in the Bochnia Salt Mine?
Contraindications for this tour include cardiovascular and respiratory failure, as well as claustrophobia. For safety reasons, entry is also prohibited for individuals under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances. It is recommended to assess your health condition before the visit and consult a doctor if you have any doubts.
Can I buy souvenirs at the Bochnia Salt Mine?
Yes, the Bochnia Salt Mine has souvenir shops where visitors can purchase a variety of gifts and cosmetics made with Bochnia’s iodine-bromine brine. The selection includes bath salts, balms, creams, and other salt-based products, as well as unique souvenirs related to the history of the mine.
Can I bring pets into the mine?
Due to the specific nature of the site and for the safety of both visitors and animals, pets are not allowed inside the mine.
Are restrooms available during the tourist route with the boat crossing?
Yes, there are restrooms available along the tourist route with the underground multimedia exhibition, including in the Ważyn Chamber where a break is scheduled. It is recommended to use the restroom during this stop, as there are sections of the route—including the underground boat crossing—where restroom access is not available.
Gallery of route photos
