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Krakow Old Town Guided Walking Tour: Explore Medieval Layout and Marvelous Architecture
4.8
388 Ratings
Kraków
Witness the charm of the Old Town showcasing its authentic Medieval street pattern, splendid buildings, and distinctive ambiance that sets Krakow apart from other Polish cities. Its legacy as the previous capital of Poland is still evident in its architectural heritage.
Witness the charm of the Old Town showcasing its authentic Medieval street pattern, splendid buildings, and distinctive ambiance that sets Krakow apart from other Polish cities. Its legacy as the previous capital of Poland is still evident in its architectural heritage.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- St Mary’s Basilica - Brick Gothic church adjacent to the Main Market Square in Kraków, Poland. Built in the 14th century, its foundations date back to the early 13th century and serve as one of the best examples of Polish Gothic architecture.
- Sukiennice (Cloth Hall) - It is the central feature of the main market square in the Kraków Old Town….
- St Mary’s Basilica - Brick Gothic church adjacent to the Main Market Square in Kraków, Poland. Built in the 14th century, its foundations date back to the early 13th century and serve as one of the best examples of Polish Gothic architecture.
- Sukiennice (Cloth Hall) - It is the central feature of the main market square in the Kraków Old Town.
- Wawel Royal Castle - The Wawel Royal Castle and the Wawel Hill constitute the most historically and culturally important site in Poland.
- Ulica Kanonicza - Kanonicza Street - The street was once part of the hamlet of Okół, connected with Kraków in 1401. Formerly, the buildings along the street housed cathedral canons, and to this day many of their Baroque and Renaissance have remained present.
- Ulica Florianska - One of the main streets in Kraków Old Town and one of the most famous promenades in the city.
- Church of St. Peter and St. Paul - The Church of Saints Peter and Paul is the first structure in Kraków designed entirely in the Baroque style, and perhaps the first Baroque building in present-day Poland.
- Muzeum Krakowa - Rynek Podziemny - The Museum is situated below the market square of the city and has an area of over 6000 square meters.
- Ulica Grodzka - One of the most well known streets in Krakow
- Krakow’s Rynek Glowny Central Square - The Center of Krakow’s Old Town
- Church of St. Adalbert - Located on the intersection of the Main Market Square and Grodzka Street in Old Town, Kraków, is one of the oldest stone churches in Poland.
- Wyspianski Pavilion - In the late 1990s, Andrzej Wajda was one of the originators of a modern exhibition and information pavilion at Wszystkich Świętych Square; on his initiative, the building was fitted with stained-glass windows made following Stanisław Wyspiański’s projects.
- Church of St. Andrew (Kosciol Swietogo Andrzeja) - A historical Romanesque church built between 1079 and 1098 by a medieval Polish statesman Palatine Sieciech. It is a rare surviving example of the European fortress church used for defensive purposes.
- Museum of Krakow Town Hall Tower - One of the main focal points of the Main Market Square in the Old Town district of Kraków. The Tower is the only remaining part of the old Kraków Town Hall demolished in 1820 as part of the city plan to open up the Main Square. Its cellars once housed a city prison with a Medieval torture chamber.
- Wawel Cathedral - Roman Catholic church and the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Kraków, located on Wawel Hill in Kraków, Poland. More than 900 years old, it is the Polish national sanctuary and traditionally has served as the coronation site of the Polish monarchs.
What's Included
- Local Licensed Krakow Guide
- Local Licensed Krakow Guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
KrakowTIP - Tourist Information Point
Grodzka
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(388 Ratings)
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Simone_h
Dec 7, 2024
Knowledgeable guide! - The guide was brilliant although the weather was bitterly cold and spoilt the walk a bit. Would love to do it again when in better weather hence no star deducted as the history great and the guide very knowledgeable
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Vanessa_r
Nov 4, 2024
Excellent! - The tour guides knowledge was impressive and very interesting. We learnt a lot and very much enjoyed the tour.
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Kingsley_r
Oct 29, 2024
Krakow is a place like no other... - Everything, Izabella was amazing, engaging, intelligent, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and patriotic.
In 3 hours, I received a great historical tour of Krakow, that I could listen to her all day.
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Susan_r
Oct 26, 2024
Excellent tour delivered by a seasoned guide - This tour and our guide Robert delivered so much value for the low cost. Time flew as he not only explained the sites but also shared Kraków’s history in depth. The pacing was good, with a well-timed bathroom break and later stops strategically located near benches. It was a great way to spend what little time I had in Krakow after a week of meetings in a nearby town.
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Xdamientt
Oct 25, 2024
Wonderful Tour of Krakow in Central Europe - The walking tour was fantastic and Krzysztof a brilliant guide. 10/10. Highly recommended.
Wear comfortable shoes :)
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Paul_g
Oct 11, 2024
Krakow tour - Our guide Joanna was excellent and her knowledge of Krakow was outstanding.. As a lifelong resident of Krakow, she was very proud of her city.
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Marianne_k
Oct 6, 2024
Great experience - Our tour guide was a walking encyclopedia. She gave us so much information. It was incredible. Krakow is a beautiful town, but you do appreciate what you see and understand a lot better and more when you’ve been on a walking tour with a guide. I recommend this to everybody.
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Debbie_d
Oct 6, 2024
Everything you want to see in Old Town and more - Our guide Johanna was great! She knew her history. We walked all over the Old Town and she pointed out and told us the history of obvious buildings but also took us to see some “hidden” places - things not on the main path. We saw the insides of some buildings that we would never have found on our own. She was able to answer all our questions and we learned a lot about the history of Poland and Krakow. Excellent tour!
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Kenneth_g
Oct 2, 2024
Great way to spend 3 hours in a new city - A great tour, Gregory is a human dynamo with great knowledge and enthusiasm, and the odd joke thrown in! We got some good tips for things to do and places to eat which we would have otherwise missed, so well worth doing this trip.
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Nicholas_j
Sep 30, 2024
Krakow walking tour - Excellent guide led us on a three hour tour of Krakow. Good walking pace, clear and interesting narration.
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