Krakow: Old Town and Wawel Hill Guided Tour
Explore Krakow's Old Town and Wawel Hill on a private walking tour. Discover the Main Market Square, Florianska Street, and Grodzka Street, and visit the courtyard of the royal palace.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
Juliusz Słowacki Theatre
- Address: plac Świętego Ducha 1 Start your walk at this Baroque-Eclectic masterpiece. Inspired by the Paris Opera, it was built in 1893 and served as the epicenter of the "Young Poland" art movement. Even if you aren't seeing a play, the facade—adorned with sculptures and ornate carvings—is one of the most photographed spots in the city.
Florian Gate & Floriańska Street
Walk a few steps to the Florian Gate, the only remaining main gate of the city's medieval defensive walls. Passing through it, you enter Floriańska Street, part of the "Royal Route." This bustling street is lined with historic townhouses, boutiques, and the famous Jama Michalika cafe, where the city’s bohemians used to gather.
Princes Czartoryski Museum
Address: Pijarska 15 (just off Floriańska)
This is Poland’s oldest museum and a world-class treasury. Its "crown jewel" is Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine. The collection also includes works by Rembrandt and a vast array of royal memorabilia, weaponry, and tapestries.
Main Market Square (Old Town)
As you emerge from Floriańska, you enter one of the largest medieval town squares in Europe. This 13th-century space is the heart of Kraków, filled with flower sellers, horse-drawn carriages, and street performers.
St. Mary’s Basilica
Dominating the corner of the square, this brick Gothic church is famous for two things:
The Hejnał Mariacki: The bugle call played every hour from the taller tower that stops abruptly (to commemorate a trumpeter shot during a Mongol invasion).
The Veit Stoss Altarpiece: The largest Gothic altarpiece in the world, carved from lime wood.
Kraków Cloth Hall (Sukiennice)
Sitting right in the center of the square, this Renaissance "mall" was once a major center for international trade in the 15th century. Today, you can walk through the ground floor to buy traditional Polish amber, lace, and wood carvings.
Eros Bendato ("The Head")
Located just outside the Town Hall Tower on the square, this massive, hollow bronze head lies on its side. Created by the famous Polish sculptor Igor Mitoraj, it represents "Love Blinded." It has become a favorite meeting spot and a quirky contrast to the surrounding medieval architecture.
Wawel Hill
Follow Grodzka Street south to reach the limestone outcrop overlooking the Vistula River. Wawel Hill is the soul of Poland.
The Cathedral: Where Polish kings were crowned and buried.
The Royal Castle: Featuring a stunning Italianate courtyard and the famous Dragon’s Den (Smocza Jama) at the foot of the hill.
Ending Point
Wawel Castle Hill
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Inclusions & Exclusions
* Guide fee
* Tour guide radio system
Transport;
Entry tickets (Blessed Virgin Mary Church: 20/10 PLN - normal/reduced tickets);
Food;
Souvenirs.
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes. This tour is wheelchair accessible.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Andrii K.
Hello! I’m Andrew, a professional city guide with years of experience leading tours across Poland and Ukraine. As a licensed guide for Wawel Royal Castle and the Schindler’s Factory Museum, I specialize in bringing Kraków’s complex and vibrant history to life.
Beyond the city streets, I love showing guests the natural beauty of Poland—from the stunning rock formations of Ojców National Park to the mountain culture of Zakopane. I also offer specialized services in genealogy research, helping families reconnect with their roots and discover their ancestral history. Whether you are looking for a deep dive into history or a perfectly planned trip, I would be honored to be your guide and host in Poland!
$100/ per group
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