Classes & Workshops in Krakow

If you’re staying a bit longer in Krakow, taking a class here is a great way to get beneath the surface of the city. You could try your hand at traditional Polish crafts like woodcarving or paper cuttings in the Jewish district, Kazimierz. I once spent an afternoon making pierogi at a small home kitchen just off the Main Market Square , nothing fancy, but it really hit the spot and gave me a real taste of Polish home cooking.

And classes aren’t just about tradition. There are also modern workshops like street art tours that end with you spraying your own stencil, or photography walks around less-touristy spots like Podgórze. The locals organizing these usually welcome questions, too, so you learn stories not found in guidebooks. A heads up: some classes in Krakow fill up fast in spring and fall, so booking ahead isn’t a bad idea, especially for cooking workshops.

My favorite little tip? Check out a workshop at the Galicia Jewish Museum , they host occasional art and culture sessions in a truly atmospheric setting that’s a bit away from the usual tourist path. It’s a deeper way to connect with Krakow beyond just wandering the squares and museums.