Planning a walk through Kazimierz or want to dive into the history of the Main Market Square and the Cloth Hall? You’ve come to the right place. As a licensed guide in Kraków I’ve shown thousands of guests around — I’ll tell you how booking works, what to expect on the route, and which little treats are worth seeing.
In this text you’ll find: short descriptions of the most important spots, practical tips for booking and meeting, approximate prices and tour durations, and a FAQ answering the most common questions.
The article is friendly and written in plain language — just like I tell stories on my walks: with humor, anecdotes and attention to detail.
If you want to book a walk right away, use ZwiedzanieKrakowa.com — there you can choose a route, give a date and the number of people, or request a custom offer for your group.
Price promotions may change seasonally — the site shows current rates and available dates.
Kazimierz is a district with a rich Jewish history and a unique atmosphere. A walk here mixes memory, architecture and culinary delights.
Key points and stories that appear on my Kazimierz route:
- Szeroka Street and its synagogues — I talk about religious life, customs and synagogue architecture, as well as family stories of local residents.
- Remuh Synagogue and the Remuh Cemetery — a place full of history and quiet reflection, perfect for stories about former customs.
- The Old Synagogue and traces of Jewish culture in the cityscape — how to read the city and recognize remnants of past communities.
- Plac Nowy — the district’s heart, known for its food and market: here we listen about the place’s changes and the best local flavors.
- Józefa Street, Szeroka and atmospheric nooks — photo spots, hidden gates and places with soul.
For those interested: I also tell about cultural events, live music and the best places for an evening out after the walk.
The Main Market Square is a must-see — a place that impresses with its scale and layers of history.
The most interesting elements of the walk around the Main Market Square and its surroundings that I cover on the route:
- The Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) — a short introduction to the market history of the Square, the role of the Cloth Hall over the centuries and suggestions for what to see inside and around the building.
- St. Mary’s Basilica and the hejnał — the church’s history, its architecture and the famous trumpet call played every hour.
- The Adam Mickiewicz Monument and the importance of the Square as a social space — stories about daily life in Kraków, past and present.
- The Market Underground (Rynek Podziemny) — if you wish, we can combine the walk with a visit to the museum beneath the Square (museum ticket required); museum tickets are booked separately.
- Wawel within walking distance — a short story about the castle and the Royal Route, plus tips on how to combine a Market visit with a trip to Wawel.
1. Choose a route on ZwiedzanieKrakowa.com — available options include: Kazimierz, Main Market Square and the Cloth Hall, the Royal Route and themed tours.
2. Provide the date, an approximate number of participants and the preferred language (tours are available in English as well).
3. You can request an offer tailored to your group: family, school, corporate or a photography-focused tour.
4. Confirmation and practical information: after booking you’ll receive the meeting point, an outline of the route and any technical needs (e.g., headsets for larger groups).
5. Payment and cancellation policy: details about fees, promotions and cancellation rules are on the booking page — if in doubt, write or call and I’ll help clarify.
Prices may change seasonally — current rates are published on ZwiedzanieKrakowa.com. For orientation I list example options that are usually available:
- Short walk (approx. 2 hours) — ideal if you want the highlights and to take first photos. Group prices typically start from a few hundred PLN for a small group.
- 3–4 hour walk — a more extended route combining Kazimierz and parts of the Market/Wawel or selected museums (if you choose museum tickets, reservations and fees are separate).
- For large groups there are headset sets available (they make guided visits easier in crowded places).
- Voucher — if you want to give someone a walk as a gift, vouchers are available for different routes and durations.
Meeting point: we most often meet at the Main Market Square (at a specific spot agreed during booking, e.g., by a chosen café, monument or the entrance to the Basilica). In Kazimierz we’ll meet at a visible crossroads or by Plac Nowy — I’ll give the exact place after booking.
Duration: standard walks last 2–4 hours, but they can be flexibly tailored to the group’s needs — shorter tours for families with children, longer ones for those interested in historical detail.
What to bring: comfortable shoes, water, a light jacket depending on the weather and a camera. In heat, remember a hat; in colder weather bring a warm layer.
Accessibility: I can adapt the route for visitors with limited mobility — please report special needs when booking and I’ll prepare a route with minimal stairs and difficult climbs.
Museums: if you want to enter museums (e.g., the Market Underground, the Cloth Hall museum, Wawel), tickets are reserved and purchased separately — it’s wise to do this in advance during the high season.
A children’s tour is a different kind of story — more play, puzzles and short activities to keep the little ones engaged.
I offer special educational and themed routes (e.g., legend trails, routes with tasks) that combine knowledge and play. Teachers and parents often praise the light approach, humor and engaging questions.
For schools I prepare programs matched to age groups: shorter and lively for younger children, more substantive for older classes.
If you want to organize a school trip, contact me in advance to arrange logistics and supporting materials.
On ZwiedzanieKrakowa.com you’ll also find suggested school routes and group offers.
Kazimierz and the Main Market Square offer many photogenic spots: gates and courtyards of Kazimierz, colorful tenement houses, the Cloth Hall in golden morning light and views of St. Mary’s Basilica from different angles.
I’ll suggest the best hours for photos (early morning and late afternoon), recommended frames and places worth lingering for the light.
If you plan a photo session (for example a more professional shoot), mention it when booking — I’ll help plan the route to find calm spots and avoid crowds.
Reminder: in some museum interiors photography is prohibited or requires a separate permit — I’ll let you know in advance.
Q: How far in advance should I book? A: To secure your preferred date it’s good to book about a week ahead in low season and several weeks in high season (May–September). For special events or large groups, book earlier.
Q: Do you guide in English? A: Yes — tours are also available in English. Indicate the language when booking.
Q: Where do we meet? A: I’ll give the exact meeting point after booking — usually an easy-to-find spot on the Main Market Square or in Kazimierz.
Q: Are museum tickets included? A: Generally, museum tickets (e.g., Market Underground, Wawel) are not included and must be purchased separately; I can help with group reservations.
Q: What if the weather is bad? A: The tour can be adjusted — part of the talk moves under shelter and the route can include interiors. Decisions about cancellations are made individually.
Come with an open mind and ask questions — I love it when participants join the conversation because that makes the tour even more interesting.
After the walk I’m happy to recommend places for a local lunch, coffee or dessert nearby — Kazimierz and the Market area are full of atmospheric cafés and restaurants.
If you’re short on time, choose a condensed route (e.g., the Market highlights plus a short stretch of Kazimierz) — in about 2 hours you can take home a solid portion of history and atmosphere.
And if you want a gift for someone — consider a voucher for a shared walk. It’s a thoughtful and practical present.
The easiest way is to visit ZwiedzanieKrakowa.com, choose a route and fill in the booking form or request a tailored offer.
After booking you’ll receive all the details — meeting place and time, proposed route and information about any additional costs (museum tickets, headset sets for large groups, etc.).
I invite you to join a walk — I tell Kraków’s stories with passion, humor and care so your day will be full of good memories.
