Top Krakow Cooking Classes

I'm a native Krakowian. For three cosy hours, we'll make pierogi (Polish dumplings) by hand, the way my mum taught me. Then sit down to traditional soup, our pierogi + homemade cake, and good stories, with Kraków's history and art along the way. For fifteen years, I've cooked for the people I love. Eight years ago, I started opening my home to guests from all over the world, and it's become a real joy. As a born Krakowian I get to share stories about the city's history, especially when it comes to art and architecture, another passion of mine. The pierogi will be made following authentic recipes handed down generations in my family. My home sits right by the Wisła, where the locals live, about 15 minutes by taxi or 20 minutes by bike along the river from the Old Town. Total beginners are more than welcome, and confident cooks still pick up proper technique. It's about the experience and the chatter, not perfection. Nobody leaves my kitchen hungry, or as a stranger.

Poland is known for “pierogi” (traditional stuffed dumplings), but rather than just eating them, this workshop allows you to learn to make them from scratch. Find out traditional family recipes that have been passed down through generations, including how to make dough from scratch. Then later—reward your efforts with the chance to taste your dumpling creations.

Go the next step beyond trying the local cuisine in Krakow and actually learn what goes into making the popular Polish dish pierogi in this traditional cooking class. With this small group activity, you’ll shop for ingredients at a local farmer’s market and then learn to authentically make pierogi and maybe even a few Polish words. This tour is suitable for vegetarians and people with simple allergies, while other food restrictions require discussion

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

During your visit to three pubs we will talk about the history of beer, including how to taste it, and the types of beer unique to Poland. We'll taste 7 beers. You will see how vast the range of beer flavors is, and how beer, or piwo in Polish, is the most obvious beverage to drink in Poland. At the first pub, you'll attempt to figure out just why Pilsner is the go-to beer almost everywhere in the world. Additionally, your guide will talk you through the most effective way to taste beer. In the second pub, you’ll try two types of beer unique to Poland. This includes the legendary Grodzisk, which is also called a champagne beer, and its recipe has stayed unaltered since the 13th century. For those of you who think you've tried it all, in the third pub you'll be shown how different beers can be. Your guides will also talk with you about the “Polish craft-beer revolution”, with dozens of microbreweries opening each year.

Learn about Poland’s history and visit a former concentration camp—Auschwitz Birkenau, that now acts as a place to remember those who lost their lives there during World War II. Save time planning your own transport by having Krakow hotel pickup and drop-off included. By going on a guided tour, you are able to understand more about the context of the site and the things that happened there.