Things to do in Krakow, Southern Poland: The Best Walking Tours

March 4, 2022 Dorsey Hagwood

Krakow is one of the most culturally and politically significant cities in Poland. It was the central site of the Nazi General Government during WWII, and there’s still a residual feeling of solemnity here that’s especially apparent during visits to the Plaszow Concentration Camp and the Oskar Schindler Factory. Both the Historic City Centre and the Jewish District are brimming with cafés, shops, and pubs, and the 10-acre Main Market Square is a medieval feast for the senses.
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1. Krakow Old Town Walking Tour

Lesser Poland Province, Lesser Poland Province, Southern Poland Cool Tour Company
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Join our 3-hour walking tour and explore the most important sights in Krakow's Old Town. With our small group, you will learn about the history and culture of this city as you visit Wawel Castle and Cathedral, Planty Park, Main Market Square, and more.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Freedom741852

Hei , Was in krakow back in march 2019. Took a walking tour round the jewish ghetto!!, really intresting, if your into that sort of thing, great guide to, spoke great english and full of good information, forget his name , but had long hair , in a pony tail, young guy, but New his Stuff , a MUST DO, happy travels joseph

2. Schindler Sites & Plaszow Concentration Camp Tour

Hello Cracow
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Take a 4-hour tour of Krakow, visiting the Oscar Schindler Factory Museum, Liban quarry, and the former Plaszow concentration camp. Learn about the remarkable history of Krakow city during the holocaust. From 12-25 of March, the Museum Exhibition is closed. Instead, the tour is extended to cover numerous interesting points in the old ghetto and Plaszow district.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Door-to-door transportation ( hotel or apartment pick up and drop off), Museum entrance fees, English-speaking guide

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Fearless722452

This was very well arranged, they contact you to confirm pick up time and let you know if they will be slightly early/late. The cars were very clean and tidy, they explained everything about what will happen on arrival at the events and were very friendly, helpful and talkative. I highly recommend using this company. We also used this firm to do the salt mine tour and our transfers to and from the airport. Thank you lads, you helped us have an even better holiday.

3. Undercover City Games: Krakow

plac Mariacki 8, 33-332 Kraków, Poland Undercover City Games: Krakow
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Come on, how often do you have the chance to become a top undercover agent? If you're looking for a really fun & unique way to discover Krakow, then this is most definitely it. What is more, everyone can play- we cater for all kinds of tourists, families, stag/hen parties & business groups, getting you to really explore the city but in a hugely fun (and often competitive!) way.

Inclusions: Game folder + materials

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Reviewed By Maryana_Tsukanova

Looking for a new adventure? That's a perfect game :) Exploring the city center, solving puzzles, and ofc meeting new people. 100% recommended!

4. The Kraków Vodka Tour

Szpitalna 1, 33-332 Kraków, Poland Taste Vodka
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Despite vodka being the national spirit and Poland’s most famous export, so many visitors miss out because they don’t know what they’re looking for or where. Our Polish Vodka Tastings are carefully crafted to make sure that you get not only the perfect introduction to Polish vodka, but also the perfect welcome to Kraków and Poland. The tastings are designed to blend culture, cuisine, history & folklore in a relaxed atmosphere full of funny stories & brilliant vodka. Besides turning you into a little vodka expert, the tips we give out are absolutely PRICELESS and can really help you have the time of your life while visiting Kraków. You can choose between enjoying the vodka in one cosy venue with our Vodka Experience or heading out to explore Kraków's very best vodka bars and cafes on our Kraków Vodka Tour

Inclusions: Seven Incredible Polish Vodkas, Delicious local Polish style tapas, Friendly vodka guide, Spirited vodka crash course, Funny stories and great atmosphere, Pierogi tasting in our favourite restaurant (Vodka Tour only), Mineral water, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

Reviewed By may18p

Even though the times are tough me and my friends wanted to do something fun and unusual and so we booked an online Vodka Tasting. We were not disappointed! The package with samples came in looping very nice, the guide was super friendly and I would definitely recommend it!

5. Delicious Kazimierz Food Tour from Krakow

SO! Coffee, Wielopole 32 / LU2, 31-072 Kraków, Poland Delicious Poland Food & Craft Beer Tours
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Enjoy a 3.5-hours the food tasting tour including 14-15 different food samples and beverages, including 2 Polish vodkas and 2 Polish craft beers tasting at 5 local eateries.

Inclusions: 14-15 different Polish food items, including 4 main dishes, soups, dessert and more, 2 Craft beers tasting, 2 Polish vodkas tasting, Local soft drink, English speaking local guide, Recipes, foodie map, as well as personalized tips

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Reviewed By Aleksander H

Amazing customer service from George regarding the corona virus situation and our booking with them during this period.

6. Zakopane Tour with Hot Bath Pools and Hotel Pickup

Thousand Miles Krakow
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On this 11-hour program, you'll enjoy one of the best views in Zakopane with a funicular ride up to Gubałówka. Marvel at the spectacular views of the High Tatras that are covered with snow up until May. Visit Krupówki, the most popular street in the heart of Zakopane, where you can experience the ambience of the mountain region and enjoy the aromas of local foods coming from the traditional restaurants. After your tour of Zakopane, take a break for some rest and relaxation in the thermal pools. Enjoy outdoor and indoor swimming pools, water slides, whirlpool baths and many other attractions in the heart of the mountains.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Snacks, Entrance Tickets

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Reviewed By Marcellus_Avareno

We booked the shooting tour veteran package and it was GREAT! Can totally recommend to anyone who is up for some action!

7. Krakow Old Town Guided Walking Tour

Church of St. Wojciech, plac Mariacki, 31-042 Kraków, Poland SeeKrakow Day Tours
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See the beauty of the Old Town with its original Medieval street layout, marvelous architecture, and unique atmosphere that distinguishes Krakow from the rest of Poland. As the former capital of Poland, it has a rich history which is still visible in its architecture today.

Inclusions: Professional guide

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Reviewed By caltzie

A fantastic trip, so well organised and easy . There was only 10 in our group .the guide was very informative it was about 3 hrs at the camps plenty of time to see and hear the stories. The see krakow tour company was excellent especially Marta who we dealt with for about three separate trips whilst in krakow. We were kept up to date by text and email all the time. Very efficient company

8. Cable Car to Kasprowy Wierch with Zakopane- Private Tour from Krakow

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A walk in the city centre an taking a cable railway to the peak of Kasprowy Wierch. If the weather is nice we will have a chance to see some breathtaking views.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Professional guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Ticket for Kasprowy Wierch cable car

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), DVD (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Dawn C

We were picked up on time by Wojciech. He was a fantastic guide. From start to finish we were looked after perfectly. It is quite a long drive but absolutely worth it. The scenery is outstanding. We enjoyed seeing traditional wooden houses and 15th century Church of St Michael the Archangel. Rafting in Dunajec was pleasant. The rafts hold 12 people and it was quite busy. I recommend if you visit Krakow allow yourself 6 days as there is so much to see and do.

9. Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial Guided Tour from Krakow

Straszewskiego 14, 33-332 Kraków, Poland Discover Cracow Tours
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Visit the World War II Auschwitz-Birkenau complex and learn about the Nazi Holocaust on this 7-hour trip from Krakow. You will be picked up from the city centre and take you by coach to the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Oświęcim. Explore the two camps with a professional guide who will carefully, and sensitively explain everything that you can see, including the barracks and poignant museum exhibits at Auschwitz I, as well as the gas chambers, watchtowers and memorials in Auschwitz II-Birkenau. You will learn about the history of the Holocaust and the liberation of Auschwitz in 1945, as well as hear individual stories of some of the camp's prisoners. After purchasing the service you will receive a link for DIY Krakow audio guide in English as a complimentary gift.

Inclusions: Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Local guide, Pick up and drop off to the city centre, Krakow City DIY audioguide (available after the booking) - in English

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pick up and drop off

Reviewed By evelyn_louise_davis

I loved this walking tour! My mother and I went last December after a long cold day of exploration. We met up with a wonderful group of people and had lots of fun that night with our guide and fellow travelers. The food was wonderful and afterwards I felt like I had learned a lot about Polish culture. This experience was really one to remember!

10. Jewish Quarter Kazimierz & Schindler's Factory Guided Tour

Szeroka 24, 33-332 Kraków, Poland
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Explore Krakow’s rich Jewish heritage and culture on a 3,5-hour walking tour with an expert guide. Jews comprised a quarter of Krakow’s population before World War II, and its Kazimierz district was the center of Jewish life. Explore this now resurgent area as your guide charts its prewar and wartime days and how Steven Spielberg used it as a backdrop for his movie ‘Schindler’s List.’ View the Remuh Synagogue and Cemetery, and visit Oscar Schindler’s Factory museum to learn about Krakow’s and its Jews’ darkest hours.

Inclusions: A professional licensed guide, Kazimierz walking tour, Entrance to the Schindler's Factory

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

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