Private Tour of Krakow Old Town and Jewish Quarter in one walk Discount Tickets

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Overview

This tour is a unique occasion to visit the two most significant historical parts of Krakow in one stroll. Our 3-hour tour starts at the Grunwald Monument on Matejko Square. Then, passing along the famous Royal Route from the fortifications, we will reach the delightful Main Square with its numerous landmarks. In the Old Town, we may also admire the University Quarter with the oldest Polish academic building and the famous Pope’s Window associated with Pope John Paul II. As we pass by Wawel Hill, our experienced guide will explain the considerable significance of this place for the Polish nation. After a few moments, we will reach the district known as Kazimierz. While exploring this place, we will focus on the numerous synagogues and monuments of Jewish culture. We will also visit the filming location of the well-known movie “Schindler’s List” while learning more about the tragic history of Kraków’s Jews during World War II. The entire stroll ends at the picturesque Wolnica Square.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

plac Jana Matejki, Województwo małopolskie, 30-001, Poland

Our meeting point is the Battle of Grunwald statue in the central part of Jan Matejko Square

End Point

End point

We'll end in the heart of Kazimierz district about 15 mins of walking from Wawel Castle Hill. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes there as well as many tram lines so you can get anywhere from there. The guide will help you with making your way back.

Language Offered

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English-GUIDE

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Itinerary

1. Barbican, Museum of Krakow
Admire defensive city walls of Krakow with a unique Barbican building. In this place we'll learn about the origins of Krakow and the reasons behind the foundation of the new urban area in the 13th century.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Ulica Florianska
Follow the famous Royal Route towards the Main Square. Floriańska street is full of charming townhouses and important landmarks.
Duration: 15 mins
3. Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
We will reach the delightful Main Square, one of the biggest town squares of Medieval Europe. Here, we’d be awaited by such magnificent monuments as St. Mary’s Basilica (Kościół Mariacki), Kraków Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) and the Town Hall Tower.
Duration: 40 mins
4. Muzeum Uniwersytetu Jagiellonskiego Collegium Maius
A visit to inner courtyard of the oldest Polish university building
Duration: 15 mins
5. Bazylika Franciszkanow Sw. Franciszka Z Asyzu
Enter one of the most spectacular churches in the city and learn about the Pope John Paul II
Duration: 20 mins
6. Wawel Hill
The royal cathedral and courtyard of the Wawel Castle. Our experienced guide will explain the considerable significance of this place for the Polish nation.
Duration: 30 mins
7. Szeroka Street
While exploring this place, we will focus on the numerous synagogues and monuments of Jewish culture. We will also visit the filming location of the well-known movie “Schindler’s List” while learning more about the tragic history of Kraków’s Jews during World War II.
Duration: 30 mins
8. Plac Wolnica
The entire stroll ends at the picturesque Wolnica Square, serving as the centre of the Christian part of the former city of Kazimierz.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

licensed guide

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Best Krakow Walks

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