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The 15 Best Krakow Old Town Tours

69 tours  ·  from $3 a head

The Old Town is small enough to walk in a morning and dense enough to fill a week. The 15 below cover the Rynek, the Cloth Hall and the Royal Road on foot, by bike and by golf cart, with prices and lengths.

Old Town Krakow & Wawel Castle Walking Tour - The Bishop’s Palace and the papal window
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Old Town Krakow & Wawel Castle Walking Tour

1.Old Town Krakow & Wawel Castle Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,508 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $26Our pick

This 2.5-hour English-language walk links Krakow’s Barbican, Main Square, Collegium Maius, the Bishop’s Palace, Planty Park, and Wawel Castle. Expect Polish history, local stories, and a steady route through the Old Town. Guides such as Ania, Maciek, Chris, and Max have led tours, but your guide will depend on your departure.

“We did this tour on our first morning in Krakow and it was excellent . Helped get us orientated , Lucy was very knowledgeable and helpful . She adapted the tour so we could go in the warm for a bit as it was snowing .”

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Krakow: Bike Tour of Old Town, Jewish Quarter and the Ghetto - Starting in the Old Town
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Krakow: Bike Tour of Old Town, Jewish Quarter and the Ghetto

2.Bike Tour of Old Town, Jewish Quarter and the Ghetto

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,155 reviews · 3h 30m · from $37

Ride through Krakow’s Old Town, Kazimierz and the former ghetto on a 3.5-hour guided bike tour. You’ll stop at Wawel Castle, Jagiellonian University, Ghetto Heroes Square and Schindler-related sites. Bikes and insurance are included, and guides such as Christopher and Tomasz lead tours in English.

“A great time seeing the city. Our guide was excellent with lots of information and interesting facts. Good bikes in excellent condition and a useful basket on the front. Lovely city to bike ride safe and easy biking. Thank you for a great time”

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Krakow: The Old Town Walking Tour - Stories that make Krakow’s past easier to follow
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Krakow: The Old Town Walking Tour

3.The Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 794 reviews · 2h 30m · from $19

Begin beneath St. Mary’s Basilica, where an English-speaking guide with an orange umbrella leads you through Krakow’s medieval Main Market Square and historic Old Town. Hear the hourly trumpeter’s melody, learn about Poland’s past, take in city views, and finish at Wawel Castle. Guides have included Bart, Aga, Emily, Slavek, and Magda. Entrance fees are extra.

“very informative but be aware there is a lot to get through in the time so a fast walking pace was needed.”

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Krakow: Old Town Guided Segway Tour - The Barbican: Kraków’s Old Defenses
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Krakow: Old Town Guided Segway Tour

4.Old Town Guided Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 756 reviews · 2 hours · from $55

Start at Segway Point on Sienna 17 with a 15-minute riding lesson, then spend 1 hour and 45 minutes touring Kraków’s Old Town with a live English- or German-speaking guide. The route takes in the Barbican, Main Square, St. Mary’s Church, Wawel Castle and the Wisła riverside dragon. Guides on past tours have included Tom, Johan, Tomasz and Zee.

“On time, guide very knowledgeable, good value for money”

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Kraków: Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking Tour in English - St. Mary’s Basilica and the trumpeter’s call
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Kraków: Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking Tour in English

5.Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 532 reviews · 2h 30m · from $26

In 150 minutes, Walkative Tours takes you from the Barbican and St. Florian’s Gate along Kraków’s Royal Route to Main Market Square, Collegium Maius, and Wawel Hill. Expect stories of Polish kings, Copernicus, the trumpeter of St. Mary’s, and the Wawel Dragon. The tour is in English; guides have included Maciek, Big Tom, Victoria, and Max.

“Lucy was amazing. She was so informative, she took her time with everything and was so funny aswell. Loved everything about the tour!”

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Krakow: Old Town Guided Walking Tour - The Main Market Square and Cloth Hall
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Krakow Old Town Guided Walking Tour

6.Krakow Old Town Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 438 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

In about three hours, an English-speaking local guide leads you through Krakow’s Old Town, along the Royal Route and up to Wawel Hill. Expect landmark stops, stories about Poland’s former royal capital, and a coffee break at your own expense. The route is on foot, with some stairs and a hill to manage.

“The walk tour was very informative. Our guide provided us with an appreciation of the significance of Krakow in the history and culture of Poland and its people. We would recommend it to first time visitors to this amazing city.”

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Full Bike Tour - the Old Town, Jewish Qtr & the Ghetto NEW BIKES - Collegium Maius and the Wawel stories
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Full Bike Tour – the Old Town, Jewish Qtr & the Ghetto NEW BIKES

7.Full Bike Tour – the Old Town, Jewish Qtr & the Ghetto NEW BIKES

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 437 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $35

Cycle Krakow’s Old Town, Wawel Hill, Kazimierz and the former Jewish ghetto on a mostly flat, 3 to 4 hour guided ride. Bikes, an English-speaking local guide and rain ponchos when needed are included. Groups are limited to 15; the route gives you an overview, not time to enter every landmark.

“Great way to u destined the history of krakow. The guide was very knowledgable. Such a great trip. Really enjoyed this. Visited the Jewish quarter which was my favourite part. The bikes are in excellent condition. Make sure to go to the doorway of number 11, I could have missed this. Really nice gentleman who gives the tour. This really made our trip to krakow & gave me memories to last a lifetime.”

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Krakow Old Town Segway Tour 2hr with Training, Safety Gear, Guide - The Main Square, Krakow’s grand starting point
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Krakow Old Town Segway Tour 2hr with Training, Safety Gear, Guide

8.Krakow Old Town Segway Tour 2hr with Training, Safety Gear, Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 435 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $57

Ride a Segway through Krakow’s Old Town on a two-hour guided tour, with 15 minutes of training, a helmet, and stops at the Main Square, Barbican, Wawel Castle, St. Florian’s Gate, and more. Guides such as Tom, Nikita, Johan, and Barbara have led tours, though assignments vary. Expect city stories, photo breaks, and a quick way to get your bearings.

“Johan, our guide, was very knowledgeable and friendly. He easily helped me learn how to ride the Segway despite it being my first time, and was very patient with everyone else. A good time all around and unforgettable experience! Tip for first-timers: keep your eyes straight ahead and use your weight for direction.”

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Krakow: Bike Tour of the Old Town, Kazimierz, and the Ghetto - Wawel, the river, and the route south
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Krakow: Bike Tour of the Old Town, Kazimierz, and the Ghetto

9.Bike Tour of the Old Town, Kazimierz, and the Ghetto

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 350 reviews · from $26

Ride through Krakow’s Old Town, Kazimierz, and Podgórze on a guided bike tour, with stops at Wawel Castle, the Vistula, and the former ghetto. The full ride takes about four hours, including a 45-minute lunch break; a shorter summer evening option covers the Old Town and Kazimierz. Guides have included Mike, Zoe, and Chris.

“Just the right amount of stops with excellent information from knowledgeable and friendly guide.”

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Krakow's Essential Tour of the Old Town and Wawel Castle - Jagiellonian University and Krakow in wartime
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Krakow’s Essential Tour of the Old Town and Wawel Castle

10.Krakow’s Essential Tour of the Old Town and Wawel Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · from $3Best value

This 2.5-hour walk leads from Rynek Główny to Wawel Castle, with stops at St. Mary’s Basilica, the Cloth Hall, Jagiellonian University and more. Guides including Bart, Slav and Chris (Krzysztof) have led tours that mix Polish history, World War II stories and humor. The $3 booking fee is not the full tour price: you pay what you choose as a donation.

“Bart, the tour guide was great. There's so much to see & he explained it all very well. There's a lot of walking but you stop so much.”

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Historic Krakow : Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking tour - The Bishop’s Palace and a Modern Papal Connection
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Historic Krakow : Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking tour

11.Historic Krakow : Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 318 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $3

This 2.5-hour English walking tour links Kraków’s main square, a church tied to the city’s famous trumpeter, Collegium Maius, the Bishop’s Palace and Wawel Castle grounds. Guides including Dale, Rudolf and Maciej have led lively, story-filled outings. It starts at 11 am and ends at Wawel.

“Very informative and interesting. Maciej was a great and enthusiastic guide with lots of interesting stories and facts. Highly recommend.”

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Krakow Night Tour: Ghosts, Vampires and Legends of the Old Town - The Guide Makes the Difference
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Krakow Night Tour: Ghosts, Vampires and Legends of the Old Town

12.Krakow Night Tour: Ghosts, Vampires and Legends of the Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 258 reviews · 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Walk from plac Mariacki through Krakow’s Old Town to Wawel Castle with an English-speaking storyteller in period costume. Expect legends tied to churches, squares, alleys, the Jagiellonian University, and a supposedly haunted palace. Guides such as Adam and Patryk bring the tales to life, but the walk stays outdoors and does not include food or drink stops.

“We had a great time tonight on our ghost tour. Thank you Adam for being entertaining and made the tour very interesting.”

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Krakow: Legends and Tales of Old Town Walking Tour - Folklore, history, and a little dark humor
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Krakow: Legends and Tales of Old Town Walking Tour

13.Legends and Tales of Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 227 reviews · 1h 50m · from $23

Join an English-speaking storyteller in historical costume for a 110-minute walk through Kraków’s medieval Old Town. Starting beside St. Mary’s Basilica, the tour mixes tales of vampires, ghosts, dragons, historic crimes, alchemists, and kings with views of the city after dark. Adam and Patrick are among the guides praised for their lively delivery.

“Patrick has a fantastic guide. Very lively from the beginning and full of knowledge. You're able to see facets of Krakow you wouldn't normally on this tour, and it's an absolutely beautiful city at night!”

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Half-Day Krakow Food Tour in Old Town and Kazimierz - Drinks and dessert make it more than lunch
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Half-Day Krakow Food Tour in Old Town and Kazimierz

14.Half-Day Krakow Food Tour in Old Town and Kazimierz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109

Start at St. Mary’s Basilica at 2 pm, then walk through the Old Town and on to Kazimierz, stopping for Polish dishes, sweets and local drinks. Guides such as Julia, Jadzia, Amelia and Martyna have led the tour, pairing food tastings with stories about Krakow and its cuisine. Expect a filling 3.5-hour afternoon, not a light snack crawl.

“A perfect day to spend in Krakow enjoying all the best food available. Our tour guide Jadzia gave us a great experience, with plenty of food options and telling us about sights along the way. I recommend everyone to do this.”

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Krakow: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour - Wawel Hill: castle views and royal context
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Krakow: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour

15.Old Town Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 173 reviews · 2 hours · from $34

Spend two hours walking Krakow’s Old Town, from Wawel Hill and the Royal Route to the Main Market Square, St. Mary’s Basilica and Planty Park. Your guide connects medieval landmarks with Polish history, local legends and customs. Guides have included Arthur and Vlad, and tours are available in six languages, with a private-group option.

“Very knowledgeable guide. Enjoyed the tour . Well worth it.”

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