Old Town with St. Mary's Church and Rynek Underground Guided Tour

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About this activity

Explore Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a professional guide. Visit St. Mary’s Basilica to admire the Veit Stoss altar, then descend to the Rynek Underground Museum to uncover the city’s hidden past.

Highlights:

Explore Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a licensed local guide
Admire the Gothic splendour of St. Mary’s Basilica and the Veit Stoss altar
See the historic Cloth Hall and hear stories of merchants and trade
Visit the courtyard of Collegium Maius, home to Copernicus’s alma mater
Discover Kraków’s medieval market buried beneath the Main Square

Perfect for first-time visitors, this compact yet rich walking tour offers an unforgettable introduction to the heart of the city.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–25
Guide: German, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish
Operated by: Intercrac Sp. z o.o.

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Children (7–17 years) · Adults (18–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance ticket to St. Mary’s Basilica
Included: Fast-track admission to Rynek Underground Museum
Included: Outside view: Cloth Hall & Collegium Maius
Included: Licensed expert guide
Included: Guided walking tour of Kraków’s Old Town

Not included

Not included: Visiting exhibitions other than those listed
Not included: Tips

Itinerary

Stop 1

one hour

Join a guided tour through Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, where centuries of history meet vibrant city life. Explore the Main Market Square, the Cloth Hall, and the historic streets that have made Kraków one of Europe’s most beautiful destinations.

See the Collegium Maius, the oldest university building in Poland, and learn about its most famous student, Nicolaus Copernicus. As you stroll between architectural landmarks, your guide shares stories about the city’s golden age, merchants’ guilds, and royal processions.
St Mary's Basilica

30 min Admission included

The highlight of the tour is entry to St. Mary’s Basilica, home to the magnificent Gothic Veit Stoss altar — a masterpiece of medieval art and storytelling. Your guide explains its fascinating details and history, helping you appreciate its importance to Kraków’s identity.
Rynek Underground

1 h 30 min Admission included

Next explore Kraków’s best-kept secret—hidden just beneath your feet! With skip-the-line entry to the Rynek Underground Museum, you’ll explore a fascinating archaeological world where centuries of history come alive.

Follow your expert guide through atmospheric tunnels under the Main Market Square, lined with remnants of old streets, stalls, and medieval trade relics. Hear stories of merchants, craftsmen, and travelers who once filled this thriving marketplace.

Cutting-edge multimedia exhibits—holograms, sounds, and projections—recreate the lively rhythm of the Middle Ages. You’ll feel the hum of trade, the clatter of carts, and the heartbeat of a city that never stopped evolving.

When you return to the surface, the landmarks of the Main Square—St. Mary’s Basilica and the Cloth Hall—will seem transformed. You’ve just walked through 700 years of history hidden beneath Kraków’s cobblestones.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide on the St. Mary Magdalene Square, at the Piotr Skarga Monument. They will hold an Old Town Guided Tour sign.

End point

Using your ticket

We kindly ask you to arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers will not be able to join and tickets cannot be refunded.

Gratuities are optional but always appreciated as a gesture of thanks for your guide.

Weather conditions can impact your enjoyment of the tour. Please check the forecast ahead of time and come prepared with suitable clothing and footwear. The tour goes ahead in all weather, rain or shine.

A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
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Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We kindly ask you to arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers will not be able to join and tickets cannot be refunded.
Our group tours are only in 1 language. Select your preferred language when booking.
There will be a maximum of 30 participants.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women