The Best of Krakow: A Walking Tour Through the Heart of the City

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the soul of Poland’s former royal capital. This storyteller-led journey through Kraków’s Old Town blends majestic UNESCO World Heritage sites with the whispered legends and quirky facts that give the city its unique character. From the monumental echoes of medieval battles to the hushed halls of Renaissance palaces, you’ll capture the very essence of Kraków in a single, perfectly curated day.

• Jan Matejko Square: Stand at the gateway to the city, where the towering Grunwald Monument meets the medieval strength of the Barbican and St. Florian’s Gate.
• Stary Kleparz Market: Dive into a sensory whirlwind at the city’s oldest market to sample regional cheeses and witness the vibrant daily life of locals.
• Czartoryski Museum: Come face-to-face with genius as you view Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine alongside a world-class collection of art and weaponry.
• St. Mary’s Basilica: Experience the awe of the massive Veit Stoss altar and listen for the famous, abrupt notes of the Hejnał bugle call ringing from the tower.
• Cloth Hall (Sukiennice): Wander through the world’s oldest "shopping mall" to find shimmering Baltic amber and traditional Polish handicrafts in the heart of the square.
• Jagiellonian University: Walk the atmospheric courtyards of one of Europe’s oldest universities, where the ghost of Copernicus and centuries of academic prestige linger.
• Kanonicza Street: Stroll Kraków’s most beautiful Renaissance street, passing the former home of Pope John Paul II and the treasures of the Archdiocesan Museum.
• Wawel Hill: End your day at the seat of kings, exploring the Royal Castle, the sacred Cathedral, and the fire-breathing legend of the Wawel Dragon’s Den.