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Historic Krakow : Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking tour

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Krakow, Poland

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Overview

This award-winning Krakow tour will cover all of the highlights of Krakow Old Town and Wawel Castle.

The small fee you pay to Viator is a booking fee to secure your place on the tour. On the day, you will join our donations-based tour. Our guides work for contributions at the end. The amount you donate is entirely up to you.
We meet in front of the towers of St Mary's Basilica in Krakow Old Town main square. Look for the Blue 'City Walks Krakow' umbrella.

On the tour, you'll visit the beautiful Krakow Old Town and majestic Wawel Castle. You'll learn about Krakow's most important historical figures, including Pope John Paul II and Nicolaus Copernicus. You'll hear the stories of Krakow's most famous residents—the Krakow Dragon and the St. Mary's Basilica trumpeter.

What you'll see:
Krakow Barbican
Medieval City Walls
Wawel Royal Palace
Bishop's Palace (former home of Pope John Paul II)
Wawel Cathedral
St. Mary's Basilica
Cloth Hall Market
Collegium Maius
Main Market Square

What's Included

  • Guided tour of Krakow's main sights
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Guide Gratuity
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Meeting Location

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Rynek Główny 4
33-332 Kraków, Poland

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End point

Wawel 5
31-001 Kraków, Poland

The tour ends at Wawel Castle, where you can walk back to the Old Town main square in 10 minutes.

What To Expect

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Kraków Old Town

See the fabulous architecture and learn the fascinating history of one of Europe's most beautiful Old Towns.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Mary's Basilica (pass by)

See one of Poland's most famous churches and hear the story of the famous Krakow trumpeter.
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Muzeum Uniwersytetu Jagiellonskiego Collegium Maius

Visit Poland's most historic University and learn about former student Nicolas Copernicus
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bishop's Palace

See the Second Largest Palace in Krakow and the former home of Pope John Paul II
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wawel Royal Castle

Enter the grounds of Wawel Castle with your guide. See the beautiful Renaissance Palace and Poland's Royal Cathedral.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • The tour requires walking at a moderate pace
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historic Krakow : Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-85612P5

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  • Guided tour of Krakow's main sights
  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
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  • The tour requires walking at a moderate pace
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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