Cultural & Theme Tours in Krakow

Krakow: Skip The Line Ticket to Home Army Museum (opens in a new tab)

3 1 h 30 min

Step inside a restored early-20th-century military building to discover the untold story of Poland's WWII resistance. The Home Army Museum — named after General Emil "Nil" Fieldorf, deputy commander of the Home Army who was executed by the communist regime in 1953 — is the only institution in Poland dedicated entirely to the Polish Underground State and its armed resistance movement, the largest of its kind in occupied Europe. Skip the line and explore original artifacts and memorabilia donated by the families of soldiers and resistance leaders, immersive multimedia displays, and powerful personal stories of sabotage missions, secret operations, and civilian life under Nazi occupation.

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Krakow Stories: Self-Guided Audio Tour With 100 Top Sights (opens in a new tab)

2 1 h – 8 h

Uncover the Magic of Krakow with Your Personal Audio Guide Tired of feeling touristy — but still want to experience Krakow? With 100 captivating audio stories straight to your phone, this self-guided audio tour is your key to discovering Krakow’s most iconic landmarks such as the St. Florian's Gate and Krakow Cloth Hall (Sukiennice), as well as hidden gems. Weave through the lush Planty Park, and the Central Square while this flexible walking tour lets you explore without groups or schedules. Get a personal guide in your pocket at a fraction of traditional tour prices: ✅ No app download — works directly from your browser ✅ Start anytime, anywhere ✅ Explore top sights & hidden gems ✅ Enjoy full flexibility with pause and resume features ✅ Vivid storytelling with soundscapes and voice narration ✅ Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families After booking, just submit the last 5 digits of your phone number in the “promo code” field at App.trales.io to activate your access.

Krakow: Jewish Ghetto Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

43 1 h

Walk through the former Kraków Ghetto in Podgórze and uncover the moving stories of life, courage, and loss during WWII, guided by an expert who brings history to life. Discover one of Kraków’s most powerful historical sites — the former Jewish Ghetto in Podgórze. Follow your licensed guide through streets that witnessed both tragedy and heroism. Learn about the people who lived, struggled, and resisted here during the darkest chapter of the city’s history. Highlights: • Visit the remains of the original Ghetto Wall • Discover Ghetto Heroes Square and the symbolic Chair Memorial • Hear stories of bravery at the Under the Eagle Pharmacy • See authentic wartime buildings and street layouts • Learn about daily life, deportations, and survival during WWII This walking tour offers a respectful and emotional look into Kraków’s wartime past. With your expert guide, you’ll explore authentic places that still bear witness to human endurance and compassion amid tragedy.

Krakow Old Town Mysteries: Exploration Game and Tour (opens in a new tab)

5 1 h 15 min

Step into a real-world adventure and explore Krakow’s ancient Old Town through myths, legends, and secrets. Play the role of a young artist guided by Krakow’s most famous citizen, uncovering fascinating stories hidden among the cobblestone streets and medieval squares. Using your smartphone, you’ll solve 15 interactive puzzles that lead you to iconic landmarks like St. Florian’s Gate, Wawel Royal Castle, and Rynek Główny - the largest medieval square in Europe. Along the way, you'll uncover fire-breathing dragons, ancient rituals, and tales of Krakow’s vibrant art scene. Discover the city’s hidden treasures at your own pace, no guide needed - just your curiosity and sense of wonder. What makes this tour unique? It’s a magical, puzzle-driven walking adventure that lets you live Krakow’s history firsthand through storytelling and real-world exploration. Perfect for families, couples, friends, and curious explorers who love legends, history, and fun.

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Haunted Kraków Self Guided Walking Tour Legends and Dark History (opens in a new tab)

1 h – 1 h 30 min

Discover the eerie tales and haunted history of Kraków on this self-guided walking tour. Starting at the historic Barbican Gates, you'll explore atmospheric sites like the Czartoryski Museum and the mysterious Dragon's Den. With chilling stories about Kraków's dark past, including true crime and ghostly legends, this tour offers a unique perspective on the city. Enjoy the flexibility to explore at your own pace, pausing to absorb each captivating tale. - Self-guided audio tour featuring expert narration - Visit iconic sites like St. Mary's Basilica and Wawel Cathedral - Explore at your own pace with offline access via the app - Family-friendly, but discretion advised for younger audiences due to mature themes

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from Kraków: Auschwitz excursion with guaranteed Dutch guide (opens in a new tab)

244 8 h – 9 h

Auschwitz-Birkenau is a terrible but also terribly educational place. Take DutchPoint Kraków with a Dutch Guide to the camp where more than 1.2 million people were killed, including about 60,000 Dutch and 24,000 Belgians. During this excursion (6 hours excl. travel time) with a Dutch Guide we walk through Museum Auschwitz I and also see the impressive Dutch barracks - Flemish guests see the Belgian ones - and walk through a gas chamber. After a break we go to the huge Birkenau. There we visit barracks - which give a good idea of the living conditions - and the remains of gas chambers II and III. We end the excursion at the monument of Monowitz (Auschwitz III). It is possible to visit the bookstores along the way and there are 5 sanitary stops. Please note that we do not offer all our available dates / excursions via this platform.

Auschwitz Birkenau guided tour from Krakow/Tickets/Private car (opens in a new tab)

27 6 h 30 min

Discover the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau on a meaningful guided tour from Krakow with private transportation included. Visit both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau, explore original camp buildings, memorials, barracks, railway ramps, and the remains of gas chambers and crematoria. Learn about the history of the Holocaust and World War II in Poland with a licensed English-speaking museum guide during a shared group tour at the memorial site.

Salt Mine Guided Tour (door to door service) (opens in a new tab)

3 4 h – 5 h

Visit the Salt Mine. Take advantage of skip-the-line tickets. Discover one of the oldest mines in the world thanks to the tour guide in the chosen language. Travel by comfortable air-conditioned vehice from your accommodation in Krakow. Travel with hotel pickup without having to reach another meeting point. We provide: • pickup from a place of your choice in Krakow • a guide speaking the selected language • entrance tickets to the Salt Mine

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Zakopane and Thermal Baths Tour from Krakow with Pickup (opens in a new tab)

19 9 h – 10 h

Zakopane is a town located about 100 km on the south from Krakow. This is the place located at the foot of the Tatra Mountains. Zakopane is called the winter capital of Poland. You will have a chance to walk down on the Krupówki street where you can find many restaurants with traditional regional food. Then you can visit Gubałówka hill where there are some breathtaking views of the Tatra Mountains from the top. Thermal baths is a place where you can find something for yourself, no matter the age and preferences. At your disposal they have over 30 swimming pools saline iodiozed water, hydro massage, raging river, climbing net and water geysers.The water in the pools has the temperature of 32-36ºC, so in out external pools you can relax on freezing days.

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Ojców National Park and Ogrodzieniec Castle Tour from Krakow (opens in a new tab)

33 8 h

During this full-day trip you will visit the Ojcowski National Park which attracts tourist who want to admire beautiful landscapes of Polish Jurassic Highland. The place attracts everyone with their magical castles, forests and picturesque rocks. If you will come here once you will come back again and again. Next you will go to the ruins of the Ogrodzieniec Castle in Podzamcze located on the highest hill of the Polish Jurassiv Highland – The Castle Hill. The castle was built in XIV-XV century and it is the largest and most famous castle structure in Silesia. Also it is the most popular castle on the Eagle’s Nest. Our cars are clean and well-kept. Our company provides the services on the highest quality and and with nice atmosphere.

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Krakow: Jewish Quarter and Ghetto Sightseeing Golf Cart Tour (opens in a new tab)

20 1 h 30 min

Discover Krakow’s Jewish Quarter and former ghetto by eco-friendly golf cart. See over 20 landmarks, synagogues, and moving WWII sites with an audio guide. Explore two of Krakow’s most historic districts — Kazimierz and Podgórze — in comfort on a golf cart tour with audio commentary. Travel through the heart of Jewish heritage, from centuries-old synagogues and cobbled streets to the haunting remains of the wartime ghetto. Highlights: • Explore Kazimierz and Podgórze on an eco-friendly golf cart • Learn about Jewish life and culture from the onboard audio guide • See over 20 landmarks, including synagogues and old cemeteries • Visit the site of the WWII ghetto and Ghetto Heroes Square • Discover history and heritage without long walks or crowds This electric cart tour lets you experience the contrasts of Jewish Krakow — from centuries of coexistence in Kazimierz to the tragic wartime history of Podgórze.

Krakow: Zakopane Cable Car, Vodka, Cheese & Hot Springs Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 11 h

Begin with pickup from a central meeting point. On the way, pass by Chochołów, one of the most beautiful villages in Southern Poland, known for its historic wooden houses still inhabited today. Your guide will share insights about its history as you enjoy the views from the bus. Stop at a place where regional cheeses (oscypek) are made, where you will be able to taste them and also drink traditional Polish vodka. Upon arrival in Zakopane, your guide will assist with the funicular, saving you time. In the town center, enjoy free time your way: try local food, shop for souvenirs, or simply take in the mountain views before the highlight — a long, relaxing session in the geothermal hot springs of Chocholow Thermal Baths. ❗Please note: Entrance fees are not included and are payable on-site by card or cash. This allows you to purchase tickets directly at the venue at the official rates, without any additional markups. Entrance fees: Funicular 44 PLN, Thermal Baths 89/109 PLN.

Experience Communist Era Nowa Huta from Krakow (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Step into Poland’s Cold War past with a private ride through Nowa Huta, Krakow’s planned socialist district. Your English-speaking driver will guide you through 1Plac Centralny, the monumental heart of the area, designed as a model communist city. Stroll past wide boulevards and striking Stalinist architecture, pausing for photos and stories that bring its utopian vision to life. Continue to 2Arka Pana Church, a powerful symbol of spiritual resistance, built despite communist opposition. Its modern, symbolic design stands as a testament to local faith and determination. If time allows, visit the 3Museum of Communist Poland (ticketed entry, optional), where artifacts and exhibits offer insight into everyday life during the PRL era. Fully Customizable & Private Pickup and dropoff with an English-speaking driver Return to Krakow with a deeper understanding of its complex 20th-century history—contrasting the charm of the Old Town with Nowa Huta’s bold, ideological legacy.

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Thermal Baths & Zakopane - Private Trip from Krakow (opens in a new tab)

1 10 h

This whole day tour from Krakow gives you an opportunity to admire the landscape of the splendid Tatra Mountains covered with snow and enjoy benefits of winter in Poland! Our driver will take care of you during your tour and will show you the most popular sites of Zakopane – examples of wooden architecture, Wielka Krokiew ski jump and wooden houses in the Chocholow village. Then you will have some free time for shopping and walk down the famous Krupowki Street, where there is a traditional Highlander market located. Take care of body and mind at the same time – make your tour a perfectly balanced mixture of sightseeing and relaxation.

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Auschwitz Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

35 6 h – 7 h

Each tour is unique because You are unique! Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is the place of memory and experience which is important for the societies and individuals. It was the largest German Nazi Concentration Camp in Europe visited by over a million visitors annually. Not to repeat the tragedy that happened is also to remember what people may do to the others. Tour Includes: * English / Spanish / German / French/ Italian Speaking Passionate Guide (extra stories,places) * Door-to-Door Pick Up & Drop Off (hotel, airport, station, etc.) * Private transportation * Comfortable, Modern & Elegant Car, Van (1-8 p.) or Coach (9+p.) (on request) We pride ourselves in arranging outstanding Tailor-made Tours to even most remote spots of our beautiful region according to our Clients Wishes. We are not just a tour, we are real experience designed especially for our unique Guests! And wherever You wish to travel, we will take You there with great care and will make Your experience unforgettable.

Kraków Segway Tour: Kazimierz, Jewish Quarter Guided (2h or 4h) (opens in a new tab)

129 2 h

See Krakow in an entirely new and fun way: via Segway. This small-group guided Segway tour of Krakow zooms you from site to site while learning about the history of each place. See popular landmarks and hidden gems during this memorable experience. • Small-group guided Segway tour of Krakow • Learn about the history of the city while zooming through it on a Segway • See the main sites, including Szeroka Street and the Nowy Square • Small group tour ensures plenty of attention from the guide

The Footsteps of John Paul II & Divine Mercy Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

12 7 h – 8 h

The excursion contains three main points: • The Family House of Karol Wojtyła in Wadowice. See where he was born and spent his childhood on a guided tour with a professional guide. Explore the museum, which is about 1,200 square meters on four floors and see sights such as animations and authentic things belonging to Karol Wojtyla and his family.After visiting the museum, spend some free time on the Market Square in Wadowice. • Sanctuary in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, basilica, and monastery on the John Paul II trail.See the now UNESCO World Heritage sight which was particularly close to the heart of John Paul II, combining the cult of Jesus Christ Suffering and Our Lady. • Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy in Łagiewniki, Kraków.Visit the sacred complex associated with the life and activity of the Sister Faustyna Kowalska. A place of pilgrimage connected with the presence of the image of Merciful Jesus and the grave of Sister Faustyna Kowalska.

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Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

1,158 7 h – 8 h

The Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum & Memorial in Oświęcim, about 70 km from Krakow, was created on the grounds of the former Nazi German concentration camp. It is the most recognizable symbol of the Holocaust and human genocide in the world. The Memorial Site is an area of almost 200 ha, over 150 buildings, and about 300 ruins, including remains of gas chambers and crematoria destroyed by the German Nazis. The trip includes permanent exhibitions, original buildings of the main Auschwitz camp and the most important buildings of the Auschwitz (II) - Birkenau camp. Join a group of up to 30 fellow travellers and explore this harrowing period in human history led by a professional English-speaking guide. The price includes pickup from your accommodation or one of the meeting points, an admission ticket, a tour with a professional guide in English, transportation service.

Auschwitz Birkenau and Wawel Cathedral Guided Tour from Krakow (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 10 h

This full-day tour from Kraków takes you on a profound journey through history, starting with a guided visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. Explore the haunting grounds where millions suffered, gaining insight into the historical significance of this site. Later, delve into the rich heritage of Poland with a guided tour of Wawel Hill and Wawel Cathedral, where stories of Polish kings and the architecture's importance come to life. - Full-day guided tour covering Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wawel - Learn about the history and impact of the Auschwitz-Birkenau site - Explore Wawel Hill and Cathedral, focusing on Polish heritage - Comfortable transport provided from Kraków with expert guides

Krakow_Old Town and National Museum Private Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 h

Krakow Old Town is place which definitely delights you thanks historic sights, great architecture and fascinating history. Skip the line in National Museum and see excellent exhibitions for better understanding local history! Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-Hours-Guided Tour of Old Town and tickets to Museum During this tour you will have guided walking tour of Old Town highlights. After the tour you will get skip-the-line tickets to National Museum where you can sightsee on your own. Audio guide are possible for request. 4-Hours-Full Guided Tour of Old Town and National Museum During this tour you will have guided walking tour of Old Town highlights and also National Museum. Guide accompanies you during whole tour with great commentary. Discover the highlights of Krakow's historic Old Town and see huge collection of Polish heritage in National Museum. Explore fantastic sights located in Main Market Square.

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