Krakow Pierogi Cooking Class with Market Visit & Home-Cooked Meal
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Krakow, Poland
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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
- Cooking class to make traditional Polish pierogi in an authentic family home
- Learn about meal-time traditions and conversations as you learn to make pierogi
- Pierogi, Polish beer, tea, coffee, and snacks provided
- Very small group size of 6 people means you can get dedicated instruction during the class
Sample Menu
Main
Polish pierogi (dumplings)
Starter
traditional cheese
Starter
local pickles
Dessert
traditional sweet and local beer
What's Included
- Local Friendly English-speaking Guide
- Public transport to the private home where the cooking class is taking place
- Farmer's Market shopping
- Selection of Polish snacks
- Pierogi
- Polish beer
- Water, tea, coffee
- Private tour option hotel pick up
- Gratuity
- Small group tour option excluded hotel pick up
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- How you will help the local community by joining this tour: - At the beginning of your tour, you will visit a local farmers’ market which is located off the beaten path, where you will have a chance to learn some Polish as you shop, which provides a great opportunity to interact with local vendors and respect their language and traditions. - Your tour also supports local vendors who wouldn’t have access to tourists without Krakow Urban Tours. - In addition, your tour promotes regional products
- Food Allergies: Unless you suffer from multiple, combined food allergies, or unless you are a vegan, we will figure it out. Vegetarians are welcome on all tours.
- Tips: If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.
- For private tour option we offer central Krakow hotels pick up. Please call or email us.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Kenneth_T
We had a wonderful experience shopping in the local market for ingredients, learning how to order in Polish, preparing the Pierogis and enjoying what we prepared with our host, Magada. Magada was delightful, engaging and someone who welcomed us and made us feel very much at home. We could not recommend this more highly-a definite 5 star experience.
Reviews
5.0
based on 216 reviews
Lisa_S, Apr 2026
Such a fun and delicious experience! The class was intimate and hands-on, and Kasia was a warm, engaging host who made it all feel easy and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
jennifer_c, Nov 2025
Good chance to learn more about polish cooking. Hands on experience. The farmers’ market was fun and you learn a couple of polish phrases.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We are delighted to hear that you had such a great time making pierogi and enjoying lunch.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Tracy_G, Oct 2025
Kacia was a great instructor! She was friendly and knowledgeable. We loved going to the polish market first to gather our ingredients. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Krakow.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you very much for being on this tour and for leaving such a nice review.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
mdj334, Oct 2025
Very personal. We went to Paula’s apartment. Went to local farmers market to buy ingredients first.
Had some appetizers, then went made the periodic, ate them with beer and then had 2 different desserts.
Much fun!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you very much for being on this tour and for leaving such a nice review.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
martin_w, Oct 2025
A very interesting and interactive morning! Our host met us at an amazing market to purchase some of the ingredients, and we later helped to prepare some delicious pierogi to share. Everyone was warm and welcoming and it was very well organized and planned. Would definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you very much for being on this tour and for leaving such a nice review.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Kenneth_T, Sep 2025
We had a wonderful experience shopping in the local market for ingredients, learning how to order in Polish, preparing the Pierogis and enjoying what we prepared with our host, Magada. Magada was delightful, engaging and someone who welcomed us and made us feel very much at home. We could not recommend this more highly-a definite 5 star experience.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great time with Magda.
Deborah_W, Sep 2025
Outstanding experience that was much more than a cooking class. Our instructor was an excellent teacher and fabulous hostess. My husband and I enjoyed learning so much about Polish food, drink, and culture in such a fun way.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
Linda_G, Aug 2025
Kasia was an exceptional host! We have experienced cooking classes in several countries and Kasia’s was the best by far! She’s charming and talented with her approach towards making it unforgettable! We loved the market trip and the lessons in the language. Kasia opened her home to us and explained every step of the cooking process. We had the pleasure of meeting her cat (another highlight) who was as much of a joy to hang out with as Kasia! This is a must-do experience in Krakow!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hi
Thank you very much for such a lovely feedback!
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Cindy_S, Jul 2025
Personalized experience! Kasia was so charming! She took us shopping in the market and taught us how to great the merchants and request items! It was quite fun!
She went above and beyond with my gluten free needs... as we made gluten free perogies!! They were delicious!
We are invite to her charming home to cook and had wonderful conversation! I highly recommend this experience!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hi
Thank you very much for such a lovely feedback!
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Deanna_S, Jun 2025
Tour was excellent!!!! Kasia, our guide was AMAZING and was so warm and inviting. The tour started at the market where we learned some polish words before we shopped. After we shopped the local market we proceeded to Kasia's apartment were we had snacks (cheese/pickles/cabbage/beer etc) and then learned how to prepare and make the pierogi's. Afterwards we had some yummy cake. It was so great to have the class take place in her apartment. It was nice to see and experience how a local lives. Our guide answered all sorts of questions about polish customs and culture and has two absolutely adorable cats. The food was excellent and the tour was lots of fun. Great way to spend the morning.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Hi
Thank you very much for being on this tour and for leaving such a lovely review for the guide.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Cody_G, May 2025
Absolutely incredible authentic experience. Get to check out a local farmers market with Alicja who is very knowledgeable about food and then proceed to have a great time learning the basics of perogies. I feel after this experience I have the confidence to make them at home in Canada.
Definite highlight of my trip, thank you again.
Response from Host, May 2025
Hi
Than you very much for being on this tour and for taking time to write such a nice feedback.
All the best from Krakow!
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Beata_I, May 2025
This was a very fun and authentic experience. It started in the market where all ingredients were purchased. The host (Kasia) taught the people in the group how to say the words in Polish so they could order the necessary food at the market. The actual cooking was done in Kasia's home (had to take a taxi to her house which was included in the price of the tour). She provided snacks/drinks. The pierogis tasted amazing and recipe was emailed to the group. My family of 4 all agreed this was a highlight of our week in Poland!
Response from Host, May 2025
Hi
Than you very much for being on this tour and for taking time to write such a nice feedback.
All the best from Krakow!
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Carol_M, May 2025
Kasia was amazing! We had such a good time buying food at the market then preparing the pierogis with her
Response from Host, May 2025
Hi
Than you very much for being on this tour and for taking time to write such a nice feedback.
All the best from Krakow!
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Debbie_W, Apr 2025
Wonderful experience, Agata was very sweet and helped put our food orders in the market in Polish language. Lots of smiles as we tried our best. We traveled to Agata's home and started by getting to know each other over some local beer and food we purchased at the market. Then our pierogi class began. We had step by step help as we made our pierogies and I am completely confident we will be able to do this on our own when we return home. Cannot thank Agata enough for a MOST WONDERFUL DAY!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Hi
Thank you very much for being on our tour and for your beautiful review.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Ellen_W, Apr 2025
Everything about this experience was excellent. Alicja was a great guide in the marketplace and a fun teacher as we made the Pierogi. I would highly recommend this experience for anyone who wants an insider's view into Polish cuisine. 😊
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Hi
Thank you very much for being on our tour and for your beautiful review.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Paulo_D, Feb 2025
Very personal and homey experience learning how to make pierogies as if I was being taught by a family member. Would recommend for people who enjoy cooking and want to learn some Polish culture.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Hi Paulo
How are you? Thank you for being on our tour and for leaving such a nice feedback.
All the best from Krakow!
Monika Prylinska
Krakow Urban Tours
Rebecca_D, Jan 2025
This was such a fun local experience!!! We had such a great time getting to know our host Dominika and learning how to make pierogi.
We started the day off by visiting a local market to pick up fresh ingredients. Dominika taught us how to say the ingredients in Polish and allowed us to try ordering them at the stand. Once we picked everything up, we hopped on the tram to her apartment.
We were able to try a few local snacks before starting the cooking process. We learned to make the pasta and the inside filling of the pierogis. Once they were assembled and cooked, we sat down to enjoy the meal and conversation with the host. Before we left, Dominika gave us some local recommendations so that we could visit the area around her apartment.
This is a great small group experience and was such a cool opportunity to see more of the “local” experience. Not to mention that the pierogi was DELICIOUS! Our host was so friendly and welcoming and really enjoyed getting to visit the area around her apartment.
I would highly recommend booking this if you have the time in Krakow!
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Hi
How are you? Thank you very much for your beautiful review.
All the best from Krakow,
Monika Prylinska
Krakow Urban Tours
dawnstokes1, Dec 2024
Really friendly lady.
Very relaxed experience.
Fun activity to do as a family with nice food to enjoy at the end.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Hi
Thank you very much for being on the tour and for leaving such a great review.
All the best from Krakow!
Monika Prylinska
Krakow Urban Tours
Karen_C, Nov 2024
What a fun and unexpected day. We met at designated time and place and walked to an amazing outdoor market. I was twilight how to pronounce our ingredients in Polish so that I could order from the merchants in the stalls. Then a quick ride back to Katarzyna’s home where she made us appetizers (that we had purchased) as well as some cold polish beer. Not only did we learn how to make wonderful perogies, we ate them as well! There was even traditional polish dessert before she sent us back to our hotel. Everything I mentioned, even the uber back, was included in the price. And it is always a treat to spend time with people who live in the place you are visiting.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Hi
Thank you very much for your feedback and all the best from Krakow!
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Allysa_M, Oct 2024
Alicja was absolutely amazing!! She helped us shop for our supplies and learn some polish words along the way! She taught us so much about krakow and pierogie making we had an absolute blast! I would 100 percent say she made our trip incredible!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Hi
Thank you very much for your review. it is really appreciated.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Sharon_M, Oct 2024
Kate is a great teacher and hostess. We went to the old market and bought ingredients for the dumplings then took a taxi to her apartment. There were 4 in our group and we all took turns making the pierogis. Quite fun and I believe I learned enough to make them when I get home and that was my goal!!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Hi
Thank you very much for your review. it is really appreciated.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
David_H, Oct 2024
We learned that making pierogi is not so hard. The market experience was fun. Our host was very nice.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Hi
Thank you for being on this tour and for leaving such a great opinion about Anna's work
All the best from Krakow,
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
William_S, Sep 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed the market experience, our charming guide, and the personal Pierogi making instruction
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Hi
Thank you for booking this tour with us and for leaving such a nice feedback.
All the best from Krakow
Monika Prylinska
Andrew_G, Sep 2024
I had a wonderful time making pierogi’s and conversing with Magdalena! Shopping in the market is a great way to learn some Polish. I would do it again. The time I spent making pierogi’s with Magdalena is the most memorable and enjoyable part of my trip.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you very much for being on the tour and for providing such a nice feedback.
All the best from Krakow
Monika Prylinska
Krakow Urban Tours
paul_a, Sep 2024
Shopping for the ingredients was fun, especially trying to speak Polish. Talking with Kasha was great. Best of all was making and eating the pierogi.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Hi
Thank you very much for being on this tour and for writing such a nice review. We really appreciate!
All the best from Krakow
Monika Prylinska
Krakow Urban Tours
Jeremy_R, Jul 2024
Kasia was a great host - we had so much fun. And the pierogi were excellent! We will be using the recipe for sure.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Hi Jeremy
How are you? Thank you very much for taking our cooking class and for leaving such a beautiful review for Kasia.
All the best from Krakow
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Kathy_P, Jul 2024
Alicja was a wonderful host. She taught us how to purchase our items at the market which was quite entertaining. Great fun making the pierogis. We had wonderful cheese and bacon, our homemade pierogi followed by scrumptious dessert and fresh cherries. Only 6 in our group which made it very personal. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Hi
How are you? Thank you very much for being on this tour and for leaving such a nice review.
All the best from Krakow,
Monika and Tomasz
Krakow Urban Tours
Carla_E, May 2024
Alicja was an amazing teacher. She made the whole experience very fun and the pierogis were delicious. Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Dear Caria
Thank you very much for being on this tour and for leaving such a nice review for Alicja. I will let her know.
All the best from Krakow,
Monika Prylinska
Krakow Urban Tours
Katy_B, Dec 2023
What great fun! The host was very welcoming, caring and attentive. Going to the market then to her house to learn how to make yummie pierogies was wonderful! Love to my host ❤️
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Hi
Thank you very much for booking our Traditional Polish Pierogi Cooking Class in Krakow and for leaving such a nice feedback.
All the best from Krakow!
Diane_C, Nov 2023
Alicja was a wonderful hostess and very good teacher! We enjoyed our time in her kitchen! Thank you!!!
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Hi Diane
Thank you very much for being on this tour and for leaving such a good feedback.
All the best from Krakow
Monika Prylinska
Krakow Urban Tours
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