Free Tour Krakow: Old Town & Wawel Castle

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Provided by: Krakow Explorers
Duration
2h 30min
Languages
English, Spanish
Meeting point
St. Mary's Church
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Overview

Discover the heart of Krakow on a walking tour through its beautiful UNESCO-listed Old Town and more than 1,000 years of fascinating history.

During the tour, you will see Krakow’s most important landmarks and hear stories about Polish kings, medieval legends, dramatic events and the people who shaped the city. Explore the magnificent Main Market Square, historic streets, the university quarter, impressive churches and beautiful Renaissance architecture while discovering how Krakow became one of the most important cities in Central Europe.

The tour finishes on Wawel Hill, home to the spectacular Wawel Castle – the former royal residence of Polish kings and one of the most iconic landmarks in Poland.

LOOK FOR THE ORANGE UMBRELLA! You will find your Krakow Explorers guide at the meeting point in front of St. Mary’s Basilica on the Main Market Square.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Not allowed
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This activity includes:

  • St. Mary's Basilica
  • Juliusz Słowacki Theatre
  • Kraków Barbican
  • Muzeum Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego Collegium Maius
  • St. Florian's Gate
  • Planty
  • Wawel Cathedral
  • Defensive Walls. The Historical Museum of Krakow
  • The Cloth Hall
  • Okno Papieskie
  • Wawel
  • Smok Wawelski
  • Town Hall Tower
  • Rynek Główny
  • Guided walking tour of Krakow Old Town
  • Professional guide
  • Historical commentary and local stories
  • Local tips and recommendations

Our Guides

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Meeting point

St. Mary's Church

On arrival

Meet your guide in front of St. Mary’s Basilica on the Main Market Square. Look for the orange umbrella.

Things to note

Please arrive 5–10 minutes before the tour starts. This is an outdoor walking tour, so please wear comfortable shoes and dress according to the weather. We do not enter paid attractions, so no entrance tickets are required.

Rating
9.5
Organisation
9.7
Atmosphere
9.7
Content
9.6
Guide
9.6
Usefulness
9.6
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Cancellation policy

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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