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Walk through Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a local guide. See the Collegium Maius and Cloth Hall, enter St. Mary’s Basilica, then visit the Rynek Underground Museum beneath the Main Square.

Highlights

• Step into UNESCO-listed Krakow Old Town with an expert guide
• Marvel at the dazzling Veit Stoss altar inside St. Mary’s Basilica
• Stroll past the iconic Cloth Hall & Collegium Maius courtyards
• Discover Kraków’s medieval history underground
• Capture must-see landmarks in the heart of historic Krakow

Description

Embark on a guided tour of Kraków's Old Town's most essential landmarks. Discover Kraków’s Old Town on a guided walking tour that blends history, legends, and stunning architecture. Stroll through centuries-old streets, admire iconic landmarks, and hear stories that bring the heart of the city to life. Starting at Plac Marii Magdaleny, a picturesque square tucked between churches and cobbled lanes, your expert guide introduces you to the stories that shaped Poland’s former royal capital. As you stroll along the historic streets, you will pause by the Collegium Maius, the oldest building of the Jagiellonian University. Founded in 1364, this university educated generations of scholars, including the world-famous astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus. A few steps further lies the vibrant Main Market Square, the largest medieval square in Europe. Here, history feels alive: horse-drawn carriages pass elegant townhouses, street performers echo age-old traditions, and the heart of the square is dominated by the Cloth Hall (Sukiennice). Once a bustling center of international trade, it connected Kraków to faraway markets, where merchants dealt in salt, textiles, furs, and amber. Today, your guide points out its Renaissance arcade and tells how the Cloth Hall remained a marketplace across centuries, embodying the city’s commercial spirit. The highlight of the tour is entry to St. Mary’s Basilica, whose two asymmetrical towers dominate the skyline. Inside awaits one of the great treasures of Gothic Europe: the breathtaking Veit Stoss altarpiece, carved in the 15th century. With its monumental figures and dramatic scenes, it captures biblical stories in astonishing detail and color. Your guide explains how it survived centuries of turmoil, from fires to war, and why it remains such a powerful symbol of Kraków’s devotion and artistry. Afterwards, with your skip-the-line ticket and an expert local guide, you’ll explore nearly 4,000 square meters of underground paths, merchant stalls, and archaeological remains. Multimedia installations—holograms, touchscreens, and films—recreate the bustle of medieval Kraków, from merchants’ calls to the creak of carts. Highlights include reconstructions of 11th-century burials, traces of ancient streets, and unique artifacts that illustrate Kraków’s role as a thriving trade hub. You’ll also see how daily life was shaped by craftsmen, merchants, and travelers passing through one of Central Europe’s busiest markets. When you return to the surface, the Main Square—with St. Mary’s Basilica and the Cloth Hall towering above—will feel different, transformed by the hidden history you’ve just explored. Centuries of life, trade, and tradition hidden beneath your feet now come alive, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the city at its very heart. With an expert local guide, this is more than sightseeing—it’s an immersion into the living heart of Poland’s cultural and spiritual heritage.

Includes

Expert Guide Entrance ticket to St. Mary's Basilica Outside view: Cloth Hall & Collegium Maius Guided Old Town walk Skip-the-line admission to the Rynek Underground Museum

Important Information

• Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers cannot join and tickets are non-refundable. All group tours are conducted in one language, selected at booking. Each tour is limited to a maximum of 30 participants, in accordance with the limits set by the museum. A dress code applies for places of worship: shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed; both men and women must cover knees and shoulders. This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and be prepared for the different weather conditions. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund