Top Poland Walking Tours - page 3

Satisfy your tastebuds and expand your Polish culinary knowledge with this combination of a market tour and a cooking class. First, visit a farmer’s market—without any language barriers—to get tips on how to choose the freshest local ingredients. Then round off the experience with a “pierogi” (Polish dumpling) class and a chance to try these delicious Polish specialties with seasonal starters and regional alcohol.

This fantastic pub crawl through Krakow is perfect for travelers who want to discover the most exciting nightlife in the city. You’ll save hours researching where to find the best bars, and instead have a guide to take you to four tried-and-tested bars and clubs. Enjoy contests, prizes, welcome shots, VIP entry, and an hour of unlimited drinks. It’s a great way to make new friends, explore the city, and try delicious drinks too.

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.

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.

Get to know the turbulent history of the establishment and liquidation of the largest ghetto in Europe. See the real places where the final solution plan has been put into practice

While in Krakow, learn about the city's turbulent Jewish history. This private tour takes you to Krakow's historic Jewish quarter, Kazimierz, which is now a trendy neighborhood, and to the former Jewish Ghetto. If you choose the longer tour option, you'll also visit the Remuh Synagogue, including the Old Jewish Cemetery.

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.

Poland is known for its hearty and delicious cuisine, such as “pierogi” (stuffed dumplings). This tour helps avoid potential language barriers when eating out, as you are introduced to a large selection of different Polish foods at several different restaurants in the city center. A guide enhances the tour by explaining the history of each dish and how its made.

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.

Combine two Polish landmarks in a single trip with this package that takes you to both the Wieliczka Salt Mine and the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum from Krakow. At both sites, benefit from the deep knowledge of your guides and learn more than you could on your own. Includes Krakow hotel pickup and drop-off.

Private walking tour of Krakow Old Town and Jewish Quarter. There are two parts of this tour, first part is Krakow Old Town. You will explore the oldest part of the city with the Main Square, and St. Mary's Basilica. You will visit Wawel Hill with Royal Castle and Cathedral Church, old churches and beautiful old architecture of Krakow. The second part of this tour is Kazimierz, Old Krakow Jewish district and Jewish Ghetto Site from World War II times. During this tour you will get to know about the history and heritage of Jews in Krakow and Poland throughout the centuries from medieval times, through World War II, until the present days. You will find out about Jews in Poland, their religion, culture and traditions and see Krakow Synagogues. Option 1 Shorter option includes Krakow Old Town and Krakow Jewish District. Duration: 4 hours Option 2 Longer option includes Krakow Old Town, Krakow Jewish District and Jewish Ghetto Site. Duration: 5 hours

Make time for relaxation on your vacation with this day trip to Zakopane and its hot springs. Ideal for those staying in Krakow who want to visit Zakopane, this trip skips the need to navigate unfamiliar public transportation by arranging round-trip transfers for you. Enjoy two stops along the way at two small villages before you reach the Chochołów thermal pools. Then spend a few hours soaking in the warm water before it’s time to head back.

Explore the wild landscapes of Poland’s highest mountain range on this full-day tour from Krakow. Visit the winter resort town of Zakopane, ride the funicular to the top of Mount Gubalowka for spectacular views over the Tatra Mountains, and learn about the Polish highlander culture. Plus taste authentic Oscypek cheese and regional spirits, then unwind in the warm waters of Chocholow Thermal Baths.

Visit two of Poland’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed sites in a single day on this combo tour from Krakow. Pay tribute to victims and survivors of the Holocaust on a guided tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau former concentration camp, then descend deep underground to explore the fascinating chambers and tunnels of the dramatic Wieliczka Salt Mine.

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 alpine landscapes and traditional highlander architecture. The itinerary includes time to relax at the Chocholow Thermal Baths and a cable car ride up Gubalowka for panoramic mountain views. Optional tickets for the cable car and thermal baths are paid on site.

Traveling between Krakow and the airport by public transportation or taxi can be a headache for even savvy travelers. With this private transfer, leave the planning and driving to someone else. Your English-speaking driver picks you up from the airport or your hotel, whisks you and your baggage to a private vehicle, and takes you to your destination on a private, air-conditioned minivan.

The Polin Museum is a magnificent cultural showcase of the life, culture, and history of Polish Jews. Led by a licensed guide, you'll hop to the front of the line to exploring the museum exhibits, rich with artifacts, documents, films, and photographs. In the Jewish Ghetto, you'll get a sense of Jewish life when you visit Grzybowski Square, Prozna Street, the Jewish Cemetery, and other points of interest.

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.

Hop on a bike and get ready to see Krakow from a totally different perspective with this info-packed and fun small-group bicycle tour. Pedal around the city at a relaxed pace and stop at as many as a whopping 25 sites and learn all about the history of each place, including the former ghetto, the Old Town, and much more.

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 Nazi 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.

Experience a poignant piece of World War II history by visiting Oskar Schindler’s Factory Museum in Krakow. After selecting your preferred package, such as a ticket-only package or a guided tour, head inside the former enamel factory where hundreds of Jewish employees were saved from deportation. Either follow a guide for insightful commentary, or independently explore the multimedia projections, artifacts. and photos at your own pace.

Cycle the scenic streets of Krakow on this small-group bike tour. Led by a local guide, pedal past the city’s top attractions, such as Jagiellonian University, Wawel Castle, the Jewish quarter, and more. Learn about the area’s rich history and architecture as you go, stopping to relax with a traditional Polish lunch. After an afternoon of exploration and a stop for lunch, your tour concludes at your original departure point.

This is a fantastic way to get your bearings of Krakow, and see a lot in a short space of time. You’ll be picked up from a designated meeting place, so you won’t get lost, and you’ll travel with an English-speaking driver. The tour is better than driving around yourself, as you won’t have to worry about navigating or parking. Enjoy an audio guide, and see many highlights of the Old Town, the Jewish Quarters, and the Ghetto.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the world's oldest salt mines and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as one of Poland’s most popular attractions. This half-day tour from Krakow includes a guided tour of underground mines, tunnels, lakes, and chapels, plus hotel pick-up and round-trip transport (if option selected). Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the mines for a smoother visit.