Krakow Highlights of Old & New Town Private Walking Tour

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About this activity

Explore the history of Krakow from medieval times to World War II and the Polish People's Republic to the present. See the best places, which are known only to locals. Encounter the new history with funny stories and explore the everyday life of Krakow.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description of the options carefully as each option includes a different program

4-hours Private Tour of Old & New Town

During 4-hours version you will visit Old Town, New Town and Wawel Hill.

6-hours Private Tour of Old & New Town and Kazimierz district

During 6-hours version you will visit Old Town, New Town, Wawel Hill and Kazimierz, including Temple Synagogue (tickets are included). There will be time for lunch (optional).

Follow in the footsteps of the kings of Poland as you explore the famous Royal Route from the medieval Old Town to Wawel Hill.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish
Operated by: Rosotravel - Wawel Castle and other Tours

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Adults (7–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Kazimierz Jewish Quarter tour with tickets to Tempel Synagogue (6-hour tour only)
Included: Old Town tour with Wawel Hill and courtyards
Included: Pickup from accommodation (only in the Old Town)
Included: 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the selected language
Included: Private walking tour of Krakow Highlights (number of attractions depends on the selected option)

Not included

Not included: Pickup from accommodations located outside Krakow Old Town
Not included: Museum entrance fees (about 8 EUR) - optional

Itinerary

Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square

Passing by

Visit huge 10-acre square, the largest in any of Europe's medieval cities, features the 16th-century Renaissance Cloth Hall
St Mary's Basilica

15 min

One of the most famous of Poland's churches, this Gothic structure features two striking towers of different hights and surprisingly richly decorated insight
Stare Miasto

Passing by

The 13th century merchants' town is home to Europe's largest market square and offers numerous historical houses, palaces and churches with magnificent interiors, 14th century fortifications
Wawel Royal Castle

Passing by

Serving as a royal residence and the site where the country's rulers governed Poland for five centuries, this castle is a symbol of the independent Polish state. The entrence is possible for request.
Wawel Cathedral

20 min

National shrine known for its superb religious art including the giant bell of Zygmunt of 1520, one of the world's largest, and the burial place of many Polish kings and their families. Entrence is in free parts of Cathedral in opening hours.
Sukiennice (Cloth Hall)

15 min

Considered the world's oldest shopping mall, the present Renaissance structure dates from 1555 and features in its interior many food stalls and small shops, terrace cafes and flower stands
Planty Park

Passing by

A scenic walkway that circles a park around the Old Town
Bazylika Franciszkanow Sw. Franciszka Z Asyzu

Passing by

Decorated with vibrant colors and Stanislaw Wyspianski’s famous stained glass window “God the Father.” The entrence is possible for request.
Church of St. Peter and St. Paul

15 min

This is a beautiful cathedral with organ concerts. The entrence is possible for request.
Barbican, Museum of Krakow

15 min

Styled after Arab defensive architecture, this masterpiece of medieval military engineering with its circular fortress was added to the city's fortifications in the late 15th century.
St. Florian's Gate

15 min

Encircling the Old Town district, this 14th-century gate and its four towers are the remnants of the city's fortifications, most of which were destroyed at the beginning of the nineteenth century.
Ulica Florianska

Passing by

This is a great street which is extremely photogenic, is just one amazing street to walk down.
Monument of the Wawel Dragon

Passing by

Unique concept that you would have a dragon like sculpture that is actually breathing fire. It's possible to see for request.
Museum of Krakow Town Hall Tower

Passing by

Built of stone and brick at the end of the 13th century, this massive Gothic tower stands 70 meters tall and leans just 55 centimeters, a result of a strong wind in 1703.
Pomnik Grunwaldzki

Passing by

It's one of Krakows finest monuments ,it's in honour of the famous Battle Of Grunwald. It's possible to see for request.
Church of St. Adalbert

Passing by

This is a beautiful little church with a fabulous domed ceiling. It's possible to entry for request.
Slowacki Theatre

15 min

Named after the great Romantic playwright Juliusz Slowacki, this baroque-style theater was built in 1892 and continues to feature regular performances of plays and operas. It's possible to see for request.
Royal Way (Droga Krolewska)

Passing by

Historic walking trail through the heart of Krakow was once the route taken during Royal processions and funerals.
Little Market Square (Maly Rynek)

Passing by

Small very colourful and adorable market square with souvenirs sellers.
Szczepanski Square

Passing by

One of the smaller squares in Krakow but still nice for a walk round or to sit on one of the benches. It's possible to see for request.
Eros Bound

10 min

An amazing sculpture of a head that occupies a prime position on the square. You cannot miss it and it’s a good photo oppurtunity.
Dominican Church

15 min Admission not included

A very beautiful and ornate Church from 1223 and this amazing Catholic church is a great example of Gothic architecture. Entrence possible for request.
Adam Mickiewicz Monument (Pomnik Adama Mickiewicza)

Passing by

A bronze statue of the greatest Polish romantic poet in a city he never visited.
University Collegiate Church Of St. Anne In Krakow

15 min

A very nice Baroque church and one of the finest churches in Krakow. It's possible to see for request.
Father Bernatek Footbridge

Passing by

Beautiful bridge with many padlocks attached by people who came from all over the world and nice view on Vistula river.
Church of St. Bernard of Siena

15 min

Unusual church with the breathtaking decor inside - absolutely breathtaking! Light colors with beautiful murals and sculptures.
Statue of John Paul II

10 min

A good resemblance and a fitting tribute to the legacy of a great pope who was closely connected to the city of Krakow.
Tempel Synagogue

20 min Admission included

Walking around the eclectic Jewish Quarter you will find some fantastic buildings and the Reformed Temple is one such fantastic looking synagogue smack bang in the Jewish Quarter.
St. Barbara's Church

15 min

Situated behind St Mary’s Cathedral, this church is smaller but equally beautiful. So peaceful and tranquil inside, it is a lovely place to visit.
St. Florian's Church

15 min

Another fine church with good-looking architecture inside and it's not crowdy, so you can experience spiritual atmosphere
Jagiellonian University Collegium Iuridicum

15 min

One of the oldest part of Jagiellonian University with interesting sculptures and great style of buildings
Ulica Grodzka

Passing by

Ulica Grodkza is one of the oldest streets in the magnificent Old Town of Krakow. The street is a street on the Royal Way which is the route the kings and dignitaries took to reach the wonderful Wawel Castle.
Izaak Synagogue

20 min Admission not included

Considered one of the most magnificent of the Kazimierz synagogues, this structure was built in the mid-seventeenth century in a Judaic-Baroque architectural style. It's possible to entry for request.
Plac Wolnica

10 min

Plac Wonica is nice square in one of the quieter parts of Krakow but with lots of good bars, restaurants and still nice tenement houses.
Matejko Square

Passing by

Impressing square names by Jan Matejko - one of the finest polish painter - close to Old Town with monuments and nice architecture.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

In front of the Barbakan Krakowski, Basztowa, 30-547 Krakow - from the Brama Floriańska (Old Town) side.

End point

In front of the Barbakan Krakowski, Basztowa, 30-547 Krakow - from the Brama Floriańska (Old Town) side.

Using your ticket

Know before you go:

Please check your email the day before the tour for important information
Pickup service is available for accommodations / hotels located in the Old Town.

Please provide your full address when booking. The itinerary will be adjusted accordingly.

If you do not provide your address or your accommodation is more than 1,5 km away from the designated meeting point, the guide will meet you in front of the Barbakan Krakowski, Basztowa, 30-547 Krakow.
Please note that the Tempel Synagogue is closed to the public on Saturdays and Jewish holidays. We can replace this attraction with tickets to the Tadeusz Pankiewicz Pharmacy in Kazimierz District.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please check your email the day before the tour for important information
Pickup service is available for accommodations / hotels located in the Old Town. Please provide your full address when booking. The itinerary will be adjusted accordingly.
If you do not provide your address or your accommodation is more than 1,5 km away from the designated meeting point, the guide will meet you in front of the Barbakan Krakowski, Basztowa, 30-547 Krakow.
Please note that the Tempel Synagogue is closed to the public on Saturdays and Jewish holidays. We can replace this attraction with tickets to the Tadeusz Pankiewicz Pharmacy in Kazimierz District.

Options

4h: Private Tour of Old & New

Duration: 4 hours: During 4-hours version you will visit Old Town, New Town and Wawel Hill.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. PLKR026
6h: 4h itinerary + Kazimierz

Duration: 6 hours: During 6-hours version you will visit Old Town, New Town, Wawel Hill and Kazimierz, including Temple Synagogue (incl tickets)

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. PLKR026