Top Poland Cultural Tours

Visit two of Europe’s most powerful historic Holocaust sites in a single day with this tour that includes time-saving transportation from Krakow. Learn about the significance and history of the infamous Auschwitz and Birkenau death camps from your guide as you visit the former barracks, crematorium, and gas chambers. Pause at the memorial to the more than 1 million victims who died here before the return ride to Krakow.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum marks the site of the Nazi German concentration camp where over a million Jews and other prisoners died during World War II. Your guide leads your tour of the two separate camps, Auschwitz and Birkenau, enhancing your understanding. Round-trip transfers come direct from your Krakow address or a central meeting point, while a wide range of departure times lets you plan ahead.

The excellent solution to explore Warsaw, if you don’t have much time. Join the walking tour with professional local Walkative! guide. The tour includes all the important landmarks of the city and covers the history of Warsaw and Poland – from the middle ages to the 20th century, including the Second World War and its consequences to the city, the communist era problems and paradoxes, as well as the 19th century Chopin’s Warsaw. You will hear a lot about Warsaw’s architecture, which is the best reflexion of the past times, famous people, historic events and facts related to the present times in Poland. The tour lasts 2,5 hours, it starts by the Copernicus Statue and ends in the New Town.

Auschwitz-Birkenau is one of Poland’s most somber tourist sites, but one that holds incredible importance. After being picked up from your local hotel, travel to the museum and memorial site to learn more about the site’s significance on this full-day guided tour from Kraków, which includes time for a contemplative walk to visualize the site’s importance.

Expand your understanding of Warsaw’s World War II history with a walking tour that goes beyond surface-level storytelling. Instead of broad overviews, gain detailed insights from a World War II history buff guide, while exploring bombed and reconstructed areas of the city and the former Jewish Ghetto. The expertly planned route also helps check off key landmarks, such as the Warsaw Uprising Monument, with fascinating stories throughout.

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.

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.

It’s always hard to find the best places to eat in a new city—and samples are impossible to negotiate without a local guide. Discover Poland’s rich cuisine and culture on an early evening small-group tasting tour with a guide. Try many different types of food and traditional drinks at local restaurants: enough for a full dinner. Note that vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets are not accommodated on this tour.

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.

Expand your knowledge of Krakow’s World War II Jewish history with a guided tour of the former Jewish Ghetto in Podgórze. Discover landmarks that you’d likely miss on solo adventures, such as remains of the original Ghetto Wall, and authentic wartime buildings. Along the way, to ensure every moment counts, the guide shares moving tales about daily life and wartime bravery.

Dating back to the Middle Ages, Krakow’s Old Town is one the most historic, charming, and best preserved in all of Europe. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has been home to legendary figures like Copernicus and John Paul II. This sightseeing tour gives an overview of the Old Town’s past, filled with glory and tremendous tragedy, and will help you see an enduring space with new eyes.

Feast your senses on the delectable bites and cultural sights of Wroclaw during a 2.5-hour culinary walking tour led by a gastronome guide. With a group of fellow food-lovers, pleasure your palate with authentic Polish food in a selection of hand-picked restaurants. Observe the evolution of Polish cuisine as you visit four to five local places to sample 10-11 types of Polish classics. Listen to illuminating commentary from your knowledgeable guide and gain valuable insight into the rich history of Poland during this enriching cultural experience

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.

Discover the music of one of Poland’s most famous composers, Frederic Chopin, during this evening experience. Head to the ZPAF Old Gallery in the Royal Castle—which is easy to reach by taxi or public transit—where he studied and performed. You are greeted with a traditional Polish glass of mead or apple juice and have time to explore the photography exhibit. Then, watch a performance of his most famous pieces by an award-winning pianist.

This is a superb overview tour for first-time visitors to Warsaw or those interested in learning more about its history. Instead of following around a large group, enjoy the intimate and personalized alternative of going on a private tour. Perfect for ticking off essential Warsaw sights—the tour passes the Palace of Culture and Science, the Presidential Palace, Royal Castle Square, the Old Town, and plenty more surprises.

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.

This electric golf buggy tour helps you to discover the sights of Krakow at a much faster rate than a walking tour. Ride comfortably between dispersed city landmarks, and stay entertained with onboard audio commentary. Places showcased on the route include Wawel Royal Castle, the former Jewish district of Kazimierz, The Ghetto Heroes Square, and Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory Museum.

Gdansk’s Old Town is beautiful but it can be hard to put it into its cultural context without a guide. This walking tour lets you see the essential sights, from Golden Gate to St. Mary’s Church and the medieval Crane, and learn about famous citizens as you do. You’ll finish at the Museum of the Polish Post Office, site of a heroic defense against the Nazis during World War II.

Discover Poland’s food and drink scene without language barriers on this small-group guided food tour in Warsaw. Visit several different venues rather than a single restaurant, sampling a variety of Polish favorites such as “pierogi” (stuffed dumplings), potato pancakes, meat dishes, traditional doughnuts, and flavored vodka. Between stops, your guide also shares historical insights for a deeper understanding of the city and its culture.

Skip the hassle of researching local bus routes to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with this convenient package from Krakow. After a hotel pickup, travel directly to the memorial for a guided tour of the former concentration camp complex from when Poland was occupied by the Nazi Party during World War II. Learn historical insights from your guide, then benefit from the convenience of having return transportation included.

Get acquainted with the history and major sights of Warsaw on a small-group morning coach tour. Hear stories from the city’s long and dramatic past as you visit the UNESCO-listed Old Town, Royal Castle, St. John’s Cathedral, the Praga district, and other must-see destinations. Learn about Warsaw during Nazi occupation as you visit wartime landmarks like the former Jewish Ghetto and the Monument of the Warsaw Uprising of 1944 on this comprehensive introduction to the Polish capital.

The UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the world’s oldest salt mines, is among Poland’s most fascinating sights. With this tour, avoid the hassle of public transportation and set off directly from Krakow via minivan. Explore the labyrinth of corridors and chambers carved directly from the rock salt, featuring crystal chandeliers and artistic salt works. Enjoy the enchanting underground lakes and health benefits from the unique microclimate. Finish with a ride in the traditional miner's elevator and learn the significance of salt production in Polish history.

Visitors to Warsaw who are short on time will love this easy guided tour to Krakow and Auschwitz, two of Poland's must-visit places. Take an early train to Auschwitz, where you’ll take a 3.5 hour tour to learn the sobering history of the place. Continue to Krakow, where you can wander at leisure in the pretty city. Return to Warsaw on a late-evening train.