Top Krakow Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 6

Visit Wieliczka, one of the oldest salt mines in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, during this group tour from Krakow. Explore the 13th-century underground salt mine with a guided tour and learn how the “white gold” was extracted. Immerse yourself in the healthy microclimate as you make your way down nine stories before heading back to the surface by elevator.

This skip-the-line entry ticket allows you to descend underground and explore a top attraction in Poland that dates back to medieval times—Wieliczka Salt Mine. Enjoy the perk of being able to bypass people waiting to buy tickets, with this skip-the-line admission package. Once inside, enjoy a guided walk around the underground chambers with live commentary about this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage site.

Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Museum from Krakow on a full-day trip that coordinates round-trip transport with guided tours of both Auschwitz and Birkenau. You’ll learn the tragic stories behind the Auschwitz’s museum, memorials, and exhibits then continue to Birkenau to see the preserved facilities at the onetime concentration camp, with transport between the two sites included.

Learn about the tragic history behind the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum in a small-group setting, ensuring a more intimate experience. Visit the landmark with transfers from Krakow, letting you travel to the area without the need to rent a car. A guided tour of the crematoriums, gas chambers, and brick barracks adds poignant insights.

Discover the culinary highlights of Poland with ease on this small-group food tasting tour. You can sidestep the language barriers and menu confusion, as a guide takes care of the translating for you. During the tour, visit a selection of favorite local haunts, and have a chance to try a variety of local specialties—including “pierogi” (Polish dumplings), donuts, and vodka.

Discover Krakow from a unique perspective aboard a panoramic cabrio bus with a live professional guide. Unlike traditional walking tours, this experience allows you to comfortably explore the city’s top attractions, historic districts, and hidden stories while enjoying spectacular panoramic views. Travel through the UNESCO-listed Old Town, Kazimierz, Podgórze, and the former Jewish Quarter while seeing landmarks such as Wawel Castle, the Krakow Barbican, Ghetto Heroes Square, and Oskar Schindler’s Factory. Along the way, enjoy fascinating stories, local legends, and historical insights shared by your live guide. This tour also includes a tasting of traditional Polish pierogi and authentic Polish vodka, combining sightseeing with local culture and flavors. The panoramic cabrio bus offers excellent photo opportunities, and in case of rain, the glass roof is closed so you can still enjoy panoramic city views in comfort.

For almost 800 years the Market Square has been the central square of Royal Cracow! What has not happened here only during this time! First, we will walk around the square itself, find the most interesting artifacts of the old times and unravel their purpose, find out what events took place here, what legendary persons have been here. After that, we will go 4 meters underground to the Dungeon Market Museum to find ourselves on the same level as the cobbled roads of Krakow 12-13th century. Why did they get so low? As well as the first trading rows built here, as well as the rings and coins that were lost by the people of Krakow in the 13th century? And that's a secret for now, but we'll reveal it when we meet! In the mysterious atmosphere of the underground museum, it will be very easy for us to get to the Middle Ages, to understand the joys and sorrows of the people of that time, their life, the architecture that surrounded them, and much, much more!

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.

Enjoy a relaxing soak in rejuvenating waters on this thermal bath experience from Krakow. Unwind in a thermal whirlpool in a spa in the heart of the Tatra Mountains, or take part in fun outdoor activities such as water volleyball and inflatable slides. Choose an option including a visit to Zakopane with a funicular ride to Gubalowka Hill for panoramic mountain views before returning to Krakow.

This is a perfect option for first-time visitors to Krakow or those wanting to get a deeper understanding of the city’s history, culture, and important landmarks. Save hours of research time, and reap the benefits of having a full itinerary planned out for you. The tour reveals Old Town highlights—such as the Market Square and St. Mary’s Church—as well as the impressive architecture of Wawel Castle.

The former royal capital of Poland is a fascinating, history-drenched city founded in medieval times. Tour its quaint streets, historic Jewish Quarter, beautiful churches, and lively squares from the comfort of a covered golf cart. Enjoy a family-friendly, narrated tour to see its highlights, and understand its history and heritage. Highlights include visits to Old Town, Wawel Castle, the Jewish Quarter, former ghetto, and Schindler's factory.

Krakow's Market Square has been the center for public life for almost 800 years. This tour unlocks its history, lore, and secrets as we discover the interesting artifacts, people, and events that once filled its space. Then, we'll go underground to the level of Krakow's cobbled streets in the 12th and 13th centuries at the Rynek Underground. Through the objects, atmosphere, and architecture of the museum, we'll be transported to a day in the life of Krakow's medieval times.

Take a deep dive into Polish history and culture with this tour from Krakow that takes you to Wieliczka Salt Mine and Oskar Schindler's Factory. Go underground and explore the network of caverns of Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then learn the story of a German factory owner who saved more than 1,000 Jewish people during WWII.

Discover lesser-known insights into Krakow’s World War II history on this guided walking tour of the Jewish District, Kazimierz, and the former Jewish Ghetto. With a guide leading the way, there’s no need for maps as you stroll past synagogues, memorials, and key landmarks you might miss alone. The route also includes notable filming locations from “Schindler’s List”, adding extra historical context.

Travel from Krakow to Zakopane with ease on this small-group tour. You'll have ample time to ride a snowmobile (own cost) and relax in the town’s mineral thermal pools—the perfect post-snowmobile relaxation. Learn about local life during a visit to the wooden village of Chochołów and tasting of traditional Oscypek cheese at a shepherd’s hut.

Saddle up and explore the stunning Krakow countryside on a 4-hour, guided bike tour. Set out at a relaxed pace as you head past Pope John Paul II's old residence and take in the fresh air along the Vistula River. Then, pull over for a stop at the Tyniec Abbey, dating back to the 11th century. Check out the museum, discover the interior of the church and shop for souvenir goodies made by the monks themselves as you learn the history of the abbey from your guide.

The Schindler Factory museum is a remarkable historical site that offers a powerful look into Kraców city experience during World War II. A visit provides an opportunity to learn about the lives of Kraków’s residents under Nazi occupation and the inspiring story of Oskar Schindler, who saved more than a thousand Jews from the Holocaust. The permanent exhibition, “Kraków under Nazi Occupation 1939–1945,” portrays daily life in wartime Kraków, the oppression of the occupiers, and acts of courage and solidarity among its people. Featuring authentic artifacts, documents, photographs, and immersive multimedia displays, the museum offers a vivid journey through history. Visitors can explore the exhibition joining a guided tour for deeper insight into the events and the legacy of this extraordinary place.

Get more out of your time in Poland by swapping Krakow for an adventure to the Polish mountain town of Zakopane. Benefit from a tour with hotel pickup and air-conditioned transportation included, avoiding tiring local bus services with many stops. Along the way, enjoy photo stops such as Chochołów Village, ride a funicular for views of the Tatra Mountains, and see the famous ski jumping hill.

Enjoy an active day exploring the beauty of the Polish Tatra Mountains starting off with a 2-hour hike to Morskie Oko Lake, with a name that means Eye of the Sea. Next we'll explore the mountain town of Zakopane with a cable car ride up a mountain and some time on Krupowki Street. These activities provide a well-rounded way to experience the unique Podhale region of Poland, with a culture all its own!

Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of Poland’s UNESCO World Heritage sites and a very popular attraction. Instead of being stuck in long ticket lines, prebook your admission in advance to secure skip-the-line entry at a time slot that suits your schedule. During your visit, enjoy a guided tour to learn about the salt mine’s history and see its impressive salt sculptures.

Poland's Tatra Mountains are filled with historic, cultural, and scenic gems. This tour showcases a little bit of everything in a comfortable minivan, starting with a 6-mile (9.6-km) hike to Morskie Oko Lake and taking a horse carriage on the way back to give your legs a rest. After seeing the highlights of Zakopane, we'll drive up to the scenic point at Gubalowka for stunning views. Finally, relax at the thermal baths for three hours before heading back to Krakow.

Calling all food lovers, this 3-hour evening dining experience showcases Krakow’s culture through the medium of local cuisine. In a restaurant overlooking the picturesque Kryspinow Lake, you’ll pleasure your palate with hearty Polish dishes such as breaded pork, fried cabbage, apple pie, and a selection of salads, cured meats, and regional cheeses. During the feast, watch a folk show and admire the rustic décor of the restaurant while enjoying unlimited drinks.

This Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum day trip from Krakow allows you to visit the entire complex—including the camps, memorial, and museum—with the added insight of a guided tour. Instead of hiring a car or planning the logistics, round-trip transportation is included. As you journey there, watch the documentary, "The Liberation of Auschwitz", for additional context.

Wawel Royal Castle is a stunning attraction, but also a popular one that can take a while to get inside. Pass by the long entry lines with this Wawel Caste Skip-the-Line Tour. You’ll go on a guided tour of the castle with a guide who dives into its history. Choose from a tour that explores the whole castle or see only the State Rooms or the Cathedral if you’re short on time.