Top Krakow Sightseeing Tours

Krakow looks beautiful when illuminated at night, so instead of exploring it on foot—see the city from a new vantage point and access great photo opportunities with this evening boat cruise. Sail down the Vistula River to see Wawel Hill under the moonlight, as well as Debnicki Bridge, Kazimierz, and the Church on the Rock. Along the way, audio commentary ensures you don’t miss any important sights.

Get a fresh perspective on Krakow’s ancient monuments and modern architecture alike when you prebook this great-value Vistula River cruise, with slots throughout the day and evening too. Glide past landmarks such as Wawel Royal Castle, the Church on the Rock and the Monastery of the Norbertan Sisters and slip beneath the arcing span of the Father Bernatek footbridge. Throughout, an audio guide explains exactly what you’re seeing.

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.

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.

Take all the difficulty out of visiting the Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow with this half-day tour. Door-to-door transportation and entry to the mine are included, meaning you don’t need to organize anything. On arrival at the Wieliczka Salt Mine you’ll enjoy a tour with a licensed guide. Visiting the mine is not recommended for people with restricted mobility, as there are over 800 stairs to climb. Transport is provided in minivans that can accommodate up to 8 people.

This is an ideal choice for travelers with limited time in Krakow. Save time and cover more ground than a walking tour by traveling in an electric golf cart instead. The tour passes a selection of key sights and landmarks, including the Old Town, Wawel Castle, Kazimierz, and the former site of Oskar Schindler's Factory. To help you understand more about the city as you travel, an audio guide is played along the way.

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.

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.

Save yourself the hassle of organizing logistics when it comes to visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, with this convenient day trip from Krakow. Once you arrive, benefit from having prebooked admission, which helps you avoid the hassle of waiting in long ticket lines. Then, to get the most out of your experience, a guide shows you around the exhibits, with commentary to expand your knowledge of the site’s poignant history.

Discover Poland’s “winter capital” of Zakopane with this guided tour from Krakow. Save yourself the stress of driving on unfamiliar roads and enjoy seamless round-trip transfers with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Along the way, have a chance to see the wooden architecture of Chocholow, ride a cable car up Mount Gubalowka, explore Zakopane, and visit a thermal bath complex too.

Schindler’s Factory was an enamel factory that operated during World War II, when Poland was under Nazi occupation. Its owner—Oskar Schindler—saved the lives of over 1200 Jewish people, and this ticket allows you to visit the original factory building. Instead of waiting in a long ticket line, avoid the crowds at the entrance and get straight in. Then, have free time to explore the exhibits independently at your own pace.

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.

Get to know the sights of Krakow from the comfortable setting of a heated catamaran cruise. The ideal choice for time-tight travelers—the route showcases notable locations, such as Wawel Royal Castle, the house of the late Pope John Paul II, and Kosciuszko Mound. To help expand your knowledge of the city, historical commentary is provided and you can also watch a multimedia presentation.

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.

This full day tour introduces you to Ojcowski National Park, full of magical castles, caves, forests and a landscape of Jurassic limestone canyons and rock formations. We will tour Pieskowa Skala castle, as well as the ruins of Ogrodzieniec Castle, the largest and most famous castle structure in Silesia. You get your own driver for yourself or your group, driving a clean and well-maintained car for an exclusive, high quality tour of these magical landscapes.

Krakow’s UNESCO-listed Old Town is the city’s most atmospheric district and the best way to explore is on foot. This walking tour immerses you in the district's rich history and culture and checks off all the highlights including the Royal Route and the Wawel Castle complex; the medieval St. Mary’s Basilica and 17th-century St Peter and Paul’s Church, and the historic Cloth Hall.

Get a close-up view of Krakow on this walking tour around the Old Town area. As this is a private tour, you can go at your own pace, customize the itinerary, and see and do exactly what you want. Krakow’s streets and buildings are full of history, and you’ll learn all about it from your English-speaking guide. This is an ideal tour for first-time visitors to Krakow, and travelers who want an active way of seeing the city.

Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum makes up an integral part of Krakow’s history. Make sure your day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site is as relaxed as the rest of your holiday on this full-day tour that includes priority admission to the monument. As well as hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees and a guided tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum are included for added convenience.

Embark on a private 12-person gondola tour in Krakow and uncover the city's highlights from the tranquil waters of the Vistula River. Witness the majestic Wawel Hill, one of Krakow's most iconic landmarks, from a unique and captivating perspective. Relax and indulge in the luxurious surroundings of the deck as you cruise along the river. This traditional wooden boat, crafted by skilled Polish shipbuilders, adds an authentic touch to your experience. Perfect for celebrating private parties, birthdays, or bachelorette events, this gondola tour offers a memorable and intimate setting for your special occasion. With the gondola rented along with a skilled steersman, you have the flexibility to customize your route according to your preferences. Choose between a Polish or English audioguide to learn about the sights you pass by, or opt for a professional sound system to enjoy your favorite music during the cruise. Your unforgettable journey begins and ends at Wawel Hill.

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.

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.

With its shrine of the Virgin Mary and the Miraculous Image of the Mother of God (known as the Black Madonna), Częstochowa Monastery is one of the most important pilgrimage site in Poland. This private tour explores all the amazing elements of this sacred site, the world famous Pauline monastery of Jasna Góra, as well as the Divine Mercy Sanctuary Łagiewniki, with the exclusive attention of your guide.

Cover ground you couldn’t manage in a day on public transport with the help of a private driver on this spiritual tour of the Krakow area. Visit the Family Home of John Paul II in Wadowice, where the saint was born, with a guide; see the 17th-century sanctuary in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where he prayed; and pay your respects at St. Faustina Kowalska’s shrine.