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Overview

Delve into Krakow's medieval past on this self guided audio tour, with tales of ancient kings and fire-breathing dragons, on this tour of the historic old town and castle. You’ll hear how Krakow was transformed into a royal city – and Poland’s capital until 1596 – after starting out as a humble merchant town. Our walk starts in the city’s medieval market square and ends just outside Wawel Castle, the first ever UNESCO World Heritage Site. (Krakow’s whole old town was the first city in Europe to be given UNESCO World Heritage status too.) Some of the highlights you can look forward to include: • The story of St. Mary's trumpeter • Krakow's legendary fire-breathing dragon • A walk around Wawel Castle and the Royal Palace which are open from 10am to 6pm • Stories about St. Mary's Basilica and the Wawel Cathedral • The Kraków Barbican, a medieval fortress • A short visit to the Bishop's Palace, the former home of Pope John II

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

plac Mariacki, Województwo małopolskie, 31-042, Poland

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End Point

End point

The tour ends at Smok Wawelski

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. St Mary's Basilica
Pass by Krakow's iconic St. Mary's Basilica. Hear the legend behind the two towers. You can also listen intently as the Krakow trumpeter plays his hourly bugle call. Entry to the Basilica is not included.
2. Slowacki Theatre
The tour stops briefly outside the Slowacki Theatre.
3. St. Florian's Gate
The tour passes by Saint Florian's Gate.
4. Rynek Underground
The tour passes by the Rynek Underground.
5. Town Hall Tower
The tour passes by the Town Hall Tower.
6. Jagiellonian University Collegium Iuridicum
The tour passes by Jagiellonian University.
7. Collegium Novum
The 600-year-old major college of Poland's oldest university. This beautiful building was completed in 1400. We'll visit the courtyard on the tour.
8. Bishop's Palace
The historic residence of the Bishop of Kraków, as well as the former home of Pope John Paul II. Entry inside is not permitted.
9. Church of Saints Peter and Paul
The tour stops briefly at Church of Saints Peter & Paul.
10. Wawel Royal Castle
Wawel Royal Castle is one of the most important historical sites in Poland. Hear about the Krakow Dragon and the kings of Poland. Entry to the grounds is free, but the buildings cost extra.
11. Wawel Cathedral
The tour passes by Wawel Cathedral.
12. Senatorska Tower
The tour passes by Senatorska Tower.
13. Baszta Sandomierska - Sandomierska Tower
The tour passes by Sandomierska Tower.
14. Monument of the Wawel Dragon
The tour ends at Smok Wawelski.

Inclusion

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS

Lifetime access to this tour in English

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusion

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Smartphone and headphones

Transportation

Food/Drink

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0% refund if cancelled 0+ days before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

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