Top Krakow Cultural Tours

Expand your knowledge of World War II history and the tragic events that unfolded in Nazi-occupied Poland with a visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. Instead of figuring out local bus timetables, get picked up from your Krakow accommodation and taken directly to the former concentration camp. Once at the site, a museum guide takes you through the main parts of both sites to see remnants of gas chambers, crematoriums, the "Death Gate," and more.

Feast your senses on the culinary delights of Krakow on a food tour of the Kazimierz district. Visit several local favorites to sample a host of traditional foods. Feast on Krakow-style food, authentic Polish cuisine, Polish vodka, craft beer, and a delicious dessert while learning about the culinary culture of the city from your guide.

If you plan to visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, ensure your spot by prebooking a guided tour direct from Krakow. Gain a greater understanding of what you see, and learn about the atrocities that occurred here during World War II, from your guide. Listen via an audio headset and get to watch a video on the liberation of Auschwitz. Round-trip transport from Krakow simplifies the trip.

This electric golf buggy tour helps you to discover the sights of Krakow at a much faster rate than a walking tour. Ride comfortably between dispersed city landmarks, and stay entertained with onboard audio commentary. Places showcased on the route include Wawel Royal Castle, the former Jewish district of Kazimierz, The Ghetto Heroes Square, and Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory Museum.

Visiting the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is bound to be an emotional experience, so opt for a tour that takes care of the logistics for a seamless day trip from Krakow. Avoid disappointment and waiting in line with prebooked tickets, and skip the stress of self-driving or navigating public transportation with convenient transfers.

Dating back to the Middle Ages, Krakow’s Old Town is one the most historic, charming, and best preserved in all of Europe. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has been home to legendary figures like Copernicus and John Paul II. This sightseeing tour gives an overview of the Old Town’s past, filled with glory and tremendous tragedy, and will help you see an enduring space with new eyes.

Discover one of Krakow’s most powerful and unforgettable experiences with a guided tour of Schindler’s Factory Museum. In just 1.5 hours, your expert guide (in your chosen language) will take you deep into the city’s dramatic WWII history during the Nazi occupation from 1939–1945. Walk through immersive exhibitions, authentic rooms, and powerful 3D displays that bring the story of Oskar Schindler to life — a man who went from war profiteer to hero, saving over 1,000 Jews. This isn’t just a museum — it’s a gripping journey into the heart of human courage, survival, and resistance. Hear real stories, see original artifacts, and gain insights you won’t find in history books. Widely regarded as one of Poland’s most impactful museums, Schindler’s Factory is a must-see in Krakow. Book your tour now and step into history like never before.

Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum in an important place to remember the victims of this former concentration camp during World War II Nazi-occupied Poland. You won’t have to worry about organizing how to get there as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. You’ll travel in a small group and will avoid waiting in long visitor lines as entrance tickets are provided. Tour Auschwitz-Birkenau with a guide to provide commentary and important historical information along the way.

Perfect for travelers interested in Krakow’s royal history and beautiful architecture, this tour helps you skip the long ticket lines and quickly get inside Wawel Royal Castle and Cathedral. Instead of exploring alone, your visit is enhanced with a guided tour to help you learn about the lives of Polish Kings and fascinating stories about the royal treasures, artwork, and jewels that you see.

Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is a place devoted to the memory of those who lost their lives there during World War II. This tour will help you understand more about when the site was a concentration camp. After a morning pickup, you’ll travel in an air-conditioned minivan to Auschwitz-Birkenau. You’ll avoid crowds as you’re guaranteed to skip the long lines. A guided tour will enrich your experience as your guide will explain the history of the area in more depth.

Cover some serious ground and see all sorts of top sites on this group tour where you travel from place to place in an electric golf cart. You have both an English speaking driver and an English audio guide, so you’ll have witty commentary from your driver, and learn even more about each place from your audio guide. Leave with a thorough picture of Krakow.

Learn about medieval history, Polish royalty, and the legend of the Wawel Dragon during this guided tour of Wawel Royal Castle. Stroll past the ticket lines, and benefit from having admission included. During the tour, visit the Royal Private Apartments, the State Rooms, and the beautiful arcaded courtyard, with captivating commentary throughout.

Learn more about the history of Krakow with a visit to an archaeological site beneath the city—Rynek Underground Museum. Avoid the ticket lines by securing your admission in advance, and explore the museum with a guide to enhance your understanding of Krakow’s past. The museum includes artifacts that were discovered during excavations, recreations of old buildings, and impressive multimedia displays that portray everyday life in Krakow during medieval times.

Krakow’s location near the somber Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum means it’s easy to pay your respects to Holocaust victims while visiting the city. Join a guided tour to simplify your travel to and from the site. Tour the UNESCO World Heritage–listed concentration camp with tickets included, and learn more about this harrowing chapter of history right where it happened.

Wieliczka Salt Mine is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Poland’s most well-known attractions; however, getting there from Krakow can take a while if traveling by public transportation. Save yourself from the potential delays, and ride there with ease thanks to this efficient day tour from Krakow. As well as having transportation included, you can benefit from a skip-the-line entry ticket and a guided tour once you get inside.

Choose Native Krakow Tours for a seamless, respectful, and well-organized visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau. As a local Kraków-based tour operator, we combine professional service with genuine local knowledge to ensure your day is comfortable, informative, and stress-free. From the moment you book, your team is committed to providing clear communication, reliable transportation, and dedicated customer support. We work with licensed guides at the Memorial to ensure every visit is historically accurate, respectful, and deeply meaningful. At Native Krakow Tours, we believe every visitor deserves a smooth, memorable, and meaningful journey. Your goal is to take care of every detail, allowing you to focus on learning about one of the most significant historical sites in the world with confidence and peace of mind. We look forward to welcoming you and helping make your visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau both informative and unforgettable.

Combine two of the Krakow area’s most important historic sites on this full-day tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Wieliczka Salt Mine, including hotel pickup. Start with a moving tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex, learning the harrowing truths about the largest concentration camp complex. After lunch (optional inclusion), venture underground to explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the world’s oldest working salt mines.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine the easy way from Kraków on this organized tour. Choose from a range of tour packages, from ticket-only with no transfers, pickup and drop-off from your hotel, and more, to suit your budget and your preferences. Once at the salt cave, learn about its history as a mine and its carved sculptures on a guided tour through two miles (3.5 kilometers) of tunnels.

What makes this tour unique is that the travelers can spend on interesting exhibitions as much time as they want. The tour leader will provide any necessary information about the two camps- Auschwitz 1 and Auschwitz 2 Birkenau and let travelers manage their time there. The guidebooks that we provide are very informative and include maps of the two camps.

Combine two popular tours into one—and see more of Poland—on this full-day tour from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Explore each UNESCO World Heritage Site on guided tours; learn the tragic impact of Poland’s wartime history, then go underground to see caverns, chapels, and statues carved from salt. This full-day tour includes pickup and drop-off at centrally-located Krakow hotels, entrance fees, and guided tours, with all transport by climate-controlled vehicle.

Discover the alpine scenery of Zakopane the easy way with a small-group tour from Krakow. Instead of dealing with crowded local buses, enjoy convenient Krakow hotel pickup and a much more relaxed travel experience. Once there, ride a cable car for mountain views, sample traditional Highlander smoked cheese, and explore Zakopane’s most famous shopping street.

Easily fit in a visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with this tour that includes round-trip hotel transport from Krakow. After your ride to the memorial, take a tour led by a museum guide who knows the stories and history of the former WWII camp well. You are also provided with headphones, so you don’t miss a word along the way.

The Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau is vast and complex, and visiting without guidance can make it difficult to know where to go and to truly understand what you’re seeing. On this guided visit, your tour leader helps you navigate the memorial while sharing historical background information and the stories of former prisoners and survivors. With entrance fees and round-trip transport from Krakow included, the logistics are taken care of, so you can focus fully on the site's meaning and significance.