Top Krakow Walking Tours - page 2

Architecture buffs won’t want to miss out on a trip to Nowa Huta and the Lenin Steelworks, a classic example of 1950s Polish architecture that can only be visited as part of an organized tour. Join a local guide to tour the majestic entrance hall, the theater, the radio control room—and even the underground tunnels and bomb shelters.

This half-day food tour is the ideal way to learn about traditional Polish food and discover some of the tastiest places to eat in Krakow. Rather than focusing on just one neighborhood, this tour allows you to see both the Old Town and Kazimierz. Along the way, sample 13–14 different foods, with vodka and craft beer included too.

Discover Poland’s national spirit on a guided small-group stroll through beautiful Krakow Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dive deep into Polish culture and cuisine as you savor seven different Polish vodkas in some of the city’s best bars and cafés. Along the way, enjoy a wealth of local snacks and a pierogi (dumpling) tasting.

Enjoy the beauty of Slovakia's Tatra forests and explore the popular resort town of Zakopane on this full-day tour from Krakow. First you'll enjoy a treetop walk in Ždiar, a Slovakian folk village with distinctive architecture and culture, just 10 km from the Polish border. Then, walk up a scenic path about 40 minutes to reach a 600 meter long treetop walk before exploring the town of Zakopane, the "Winter Capital of Poland."

In 1943, the former concentration camp of Płaszów began to receive thousands of Jews from the Krakow Ghetto. Life there was profiled in the movie, Schindler's List (1993). Today, it is a near forgotten nature preserve that holds a memorial for the victims. We'll talk about its history as well as that of Krakow during the Holocaust with visits to Płaszów, the movie location (a camp replica in a nearby quarry) and the Kraków's Fragment of the Ghetto Wall.

Explore the resilient history and local culture of Krakow’s old Jewish district on a 3-hour walking tour of Kazimierz. Learn about the area’s 14th-century founding by King Kazimierz the Great and its modern emergence as the artistic heart of Krakow. Hear how the neighborhood was shaped by the devastating events of World War II, and visit important Jewish landmarks including the Old Synagogue, the New Cemetery and the factory of Oskar Schindler.

Discover Poland's culinary heritage on this small-group food tour of Krakow. Experience the delicious side of Poland that goes beyond pierogi and kielbasa by visiting four or five venues and tasting 10 or more dishes, including soups, traditional cured meats, main courses in restaurants, and dessert in a traditional pastry shop.

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.

Discover Old Town & Jewish Quarter by golf cart and learn its moving history. Then visit Schindler’s Factory Museum with a licensed guide for an unforgettable journey through wartime Krakow. Start your tour with a comfortable, eco-friendly golf cart ride through the historic Old Town & Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz. See synagogues, narrow streets, and traces of pre-war life. Then continue to Schindler’s Factory Museum, where your guide brings to life the stories of Krakow’s Jewish community during World War II. Highlights: • Explore Krakow’s Jewish Quarter and Old Twn on a comfy golf cart with audio guide • Visit Kraków’s most popular museum • Skip the lines for a seamless museum visit • Hear the story of Oskar Schindler and his factory • Explore the exhibition Kraków under Nazi Occupation Perfect for travelers who want to see Krakow’s top attractions in comfort, this all-in-one tour blends culture, flavor, and discovery.

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.

Walking tour in a small group up to 10 persons. Krakow Old Town City Tour with licensed local tour guide. Explore Krakow in a small group tour. Walking tour with a knowledgeable certified tour guide. Discover HIstoric Krakow Old Town, take a stroll through the streets and become part of the city, learn the history of Krakow and it's inhabitants. Our walking tour of Krakow Old Town includes: Wawel Hill with Wawel Castle Courtyard and Cathedral Church, streets of old town, Main Square, St. Mary's Church and the Cloth Hall, town hall tower, medieval city walls with St. Florian's Gate and Barbican.

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.

Discover the expansive, underground salt mine at Wieliczka on this guided excursion from Krakow without the hassle of navigating unknown roads. Visit the ancient salt mine that has been in production since the Middle Ages and enjoy a guided 3-hour tour through the facility. Admire the chapels, chambers, and saline lakes as you walk, and gain insight into the mine's unique history.

Checking off the dispersed sites of Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum in a day requires a lot of transport planning. If you want to save time and visit these sites with ease, then this day tour is a great choice. Round-trip transfers from Krakow are included, as well as admission to each site to avoid time wasted in ticket lines.

Discover Kraków through flavors: pierogi, zapiekanka, obwarzanek, vodka, pickles, cheese & sweets on a guided tasting at the local market. Highlights: Enjoy Kraków through culture and flavors Walk historic streets with a local guide Visit the city’s oldest market Sample snacks in a tasting-style tour Experience Kraków with all your senses on a guided tasting walk. This tour is compact, fun, and full of flavor. Did you know that Kraków’s beloved obwarzanek is the ancestor of the New York bagel? Join this guided tasting tour to uncover such delicious connections while exploring the Old Town. Bite into pierogi, Poland’s most famous dumpling, and savor zapiekanka, vodka, and traditional sweets. At Stary Kleparz, the city’s oldest market, discover highlander cheese, pickles, and sausage straight from local stalls.

Enjoy an elegant evening listening to the music of Frederic Chopin, Poland’s most-celebrated composer, by booking your ticket for a concert in Krakow’s Chopin Gallery. Settle into your seat at the historic Old Town venue as award-winning musicians perform a selection of the master’s most beloved works, bringing to life the rich history and culture of Poland.

Explore two of Kraków’s most remarkable sites in a single unforgettable day: the Wieliczka Salt Mine and Schindler’s Factory Museum. Travel from Kraków in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to the legendary Wieliczka Salt Mine. Descend underground to discover its salt-carved chapels, intricate sculptures, and shimmering lakes — all meticulously shaped by miners over centuries. After returning to Kraków, visit Schindler’s Factory Museum to experience the moving story of wartime courage and survival through powerful exhibits and authentic narratives.

Discover the stories of Krakow’s Jewish community that you wouldn't find in a guidebook on this guided walking tour. Explore the Kazimierz district, depicted in Steven Spielberg’s film "Schindler’s List," and home to a thriving Jewish community prior to World War II. Pass key synagogues and learn about how many Jewish lives were saved at the Oscar Schindler’s Factory Museum.

Maximize your time in Poland with this full-day trip from Krakow to Zakopane. Travel comfortably with round-trip transportation included from Krakow and experience a striking change of scenery, with alpine landscapes and traditional highlander architecture. The itinerary also includes time to relax at the Chocholow Thermal Baths and a cable car ride up Gubalowka for panoramic mountain views.

Learn about the creepy side of Krakow with this evening walking tour. Your local guide will regale you with ghost stories, tales of medieval torture, urban legends, and true crime accounts. Make your way to some of the city’s favorite landmarks like St. Mary's Basilica, Collegium Maius, and Katyński's Square, but this time discover their lesser-known dark pasts.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Explore the amazing underground sculptures, caverns, and even a cathedral at the Wieliczka Salt Mines on an easy half-day tour from Krakow. Avoid the hassle of reading Polish bus timetables with hotel or central-Krakow transfers (if option selected). Learn all about the history of the centuries-old salt mines from your guide and marvel at the many complex and beautiful salt sculptures.

Discover Plaszow, Krakow’s forgotten WWII camp, on a guided tour that also tells the story of Oskar Schindler and those he rescued. Highlights: Expert guide brings vanished structures to life Quiet space for reflection and respect Pause at the Monument of Torn-Out Hearts This walk is a guided act of remembrance, honoring thousands who suffered and those who did not return.

With this ticket and transport package, you can visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with ease. Begin by selecting your preferred Krakow pickup point—whether it's a designated meeting point or a hotel pickup. Then, ride directly to Auschwitz-Birkenau. Upon arrival, embark on a guided tour of the museum exhibits, offering profound insights into the tragic events of Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II.