Krakow Highlights: Old Town & Wawel Hill Free Walking Tour

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About this activity

Just arrived in Krakow? Start here.

I’m a passionate historian and licensed Kraków guide since 2017, with years of experience showing visitors around the city.

Join me for a relaxed 2-hour walk through Krakow’s historic heart, from the medieval Old Town to Wawel Hill — a great introduction to the city for first-time visitors.

Along the way, you’ll discover how Krakow grew from a medieval town into one of Poland’s most important cities, with stories about kings, merchants, students and ordinary Krakowians, as well as local legends and curious details.

We’ll also talk about Krakow today — Polish culture, local customs, food and everyday life — so you can better understand the city during your stay.

By the end, you’ll have a great overview of Krakow, its history and landmarks, plus plenty of ideas for what to see, eat and do next.

This is a tip-based tour: Viator charges only a small admin fee. At the end, leave the guide a tip based on how much you enjoyed the tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Best Krakow Walks

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: licensed guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities: This is a tip-based tour. Depending on your judgment a typical tip varies between 10 and 50 EUR/person

Itinerary

Battle Of Grunwald Monument

10 min

We'll meet by the Grunwald Battle Monument and start from the story of one of the most significant battles in the Polish history.
Barbican, Museum of Krakow

15 min

Admire defensive city walls of Krakow with a unique Barbican building. In this place we'll learn about the origins of Krakow and the reasons behind the foundation of the new urban area in the 13th century.
Ulica Florianska

10 min

Follow the famous Royal Route towards the Main Square. Floriańska street is full of charming townhouses and important landmarks.
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square

30 min

We will reach the delightful Main Square, one of the biggest town squares of Medieval Europe. Here, we’d be awaited by such magnificent monuments as St. Mary’s Basilica (Kościół Mariacki), Kraków Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) and the Town Hall Tower.
Muzeum Uniwersytetu Jagiellonskiego Collegium Maius

15 min

A visit to inner courtyard of the oldest Polish university building
Bazylika Franciszkanow Sw. Franciszka Z Asyzu

10 min

Learn about the most famous window in Poland which is a significant landmark that offers a glimpse into the life of Pope John Paul II
Wawel Hill

30 min

The royal cathedral and courtyard of the Wawel Castle. Our experienced guide will explain the considerable significance of this place for the Polish nation.