Krakow Old Town Guided Walking Tour

Highlights

  • Put the map a way—a guide takes care of the navigating

  • Find out the history behind some of Krakow’s most famous landmarks

  • A walking tour takes you to places inaccessible by car or bus

Summary

Meet your guide in Krakow’s Main Market Square in time for a 2pm departure and set out to explore the city’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. Follow your guide down the Royal Route, and walk in the footsteps of the Polish Kings as you hear about Krakow’s stint as the royal capital. Pause to see historic landmarks such as St. Florian's Church, and admire the grand medieval buildings along Floriańska, Grodzka, and Kanonicza Streets. Arrive at Wawel Castle and spend time exploring the magnificent castle complex, including the Cathedral, the Royal Chambers, and the Armory. Marvel at the Medieval, Romanesque, Renaissance, and Baroque architectural styles, and take in the views from the top of Wawel Hill, gazing out over the Vistula River and the gold-roofed Sigismund Chapel. Continue to Rynek Główny, where the star attraction is the 13th-century St. Mary’s Basilica, home to an impressive altarpiece by Veit Stoss, and some striking paintings by artists including Matejko, Mehoffer, and Wyspiański. Nearby, St Peter and Paul’s Church is another important religious monument, build in the 17th century and still the most significant Jesuit church in Krakow. After enjoying a coffee break (own expense) at a local café, visit one of the city’s most photographed landmarks – the elaborate Cloth Hall and the Underground Museum. Your tour ends around 5pm back in the Main Market Square.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Krakow’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it boasts one of the largest medieval Old Town squares in Europe. Avoid the stress of getting lost, and let someone else do the navigating instead on this guided walking tour. It’s a great way to tick off multiple Old Town highlights in just a few hours, including St. Mary’s Basilica, the Cloth Hall, and St. Florian’s Church.

What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

  • Entry/Admission - St Mary's Basilica

  • Entry/Admission - Wawel Royal Castle

  • Entry/Admission - Church of St. Peter and St. Paul

  • Entry/Admission - Church of St. Adalbert

  • Entry/Admission - Church of St. Andrew (Kosciol Swietogo Andrzeja)

  • Entry/Admission - Museum of Krakow Town Hall Tower

  • Entry/Admission - Wawel Cathedral

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

SeeKrakow Day Tours

About operator:

We are a tour operator providing complex services in terms of daily guided tours, excursions, special interest and educational tours, both for groups and individual tourists. Specialties: 1. Daily guided tours around Kraków and its environs (Auschwitz-Birkenau, Wieliczka Salt Mine etc.), as well as the region of Małopolska, 2. Educational and special interest day tours. SeeKrakow is a member of the Polish Chamber of Tourism and Cracow Chamber of Tourism.'SeeKrakow' brand is owned by UTC Tour Operator Sp. z o.o. company.We are the only company that is entitled to be called "The Official Partner of InfoKrakow, city's official tourist information centres".

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