Yes — at ZwiedzanieKrakowa (Margaret Kasprowicz) we offer routes and private guiding services suitable for families and solo tourists. Private guided tours can be arranged for a single family and tailored to the children’s ages and your family’s interests. A family outing can be intimate, flexible and more relaxed than a large coach excursion.
Keep in mind that packaged trips sold by travel companies or organized coach excursions sometimes set a minimum number of participants (sometimes several dozen) to be viable. That’s why when planning it’s useful to ask directly whether the option is a packaged tour with minimum numbers or a private guiding service on request.
Travel-agency / coach package: these usually include a fixed itinerary, tickets and transport in one package and often require a minimum number of participants for the trip to be confirmed. If the minimum isn’t met, the tour may be canceled.
Private guiding service from ZwiedzanieKrakowa: this is a guide booked just for your family — possible from 1 household. The guide adapts pace and commentary to the children’s ages, suggests breaks, family-friendly places to eat and routes that avoid unnecessary stairs.
If you value flexibility and have small children or a stroller, a private guided tour or a family-focused private service is usually the best option.
Minimum number of participants: ask whether the organizer or the packaged tour requires a minimum number of people — some package providers will not run a coach tour without, for example, several dozen people; a private guide from ZwiedzanieKrakowa does not impose such a condition.
Length and pace of the route: for families with children choose shorter, themed walks (1.5–3 hours) in the city center and a separate visit to Wieliczka with planned breaks. Include time for rest and a meal.
Tailoring the route to the children’s age: ask whether the guide can present material in an engaging way for kids (games, anecdotes, simple educational elements).
Transport and logistics: Wieliczka is close to Kraków (short transfer from the center) — check whether transport is by public bus, train or private car. With small children, direct transport with a safe place to store a stroller is most convenient.
Tickets and reservations: the Wieliczka Salt Mine has limited capacity on tourist routes — book tickets in advance, especially on weekends and during high season.
The tourist route is about 2–3 km and descends to roughly 135 m underground. The tour involves many stairs (overall several hundred; popular sources often cite around 800 steps up and down depending on the route option) — important information for parents with strollers or very small children.
Wieliczka also features St. Kinga’s Chapel, an underground lake and salt sculptures — attractions that usually fascinate children and make the visit feel like a fairy tale underground.
Accessibility: parts of the route are difficult for strollers; for families with infants a baby carrier is usually more practical. There are spots on the route for breaks and toilets; include rest time in your plan.
Tickets: entry to the mine is usually purchased separately; check which route is included (tourist/themed/educational) and whether the price covers a guide inside the mine or only entrance to the route.
Duration: a full visit to Wieliczka typically takes 2–3 hours (including getting there, descending and possible meal).
- 09:00 Start in Kraków city center: a short walk along the Royal Route (about 60–90 minutes) visiting the Main Market Square, Cloth Hall and a short stroll in Kazimierz — easy pace with a break for ice cream or coffee.
- 11:30 Transfer to Wieliczka (train/bus/taxi — roughly 20–40 minutes depending on transport).
- 12:30 Enter the route at the Wieliczka Salt Mine — 2–3 hours of sightseeing; plan a break underground and after exiting allow time for lunch at one of the restaurants near the mine or return to Kraków for a meal.
- 16:30 Return to Kraków: time for a calm walk, dinner and debriefing the day with the children.
This plan is flexible — if you have very young children consider splitting visits across two days (Kraków day 1, Wieliczka day 2) to avoid tiring the little ones.
Traditional, family-friendly: Pod Wawelem — large portions and a family atmosphere, a good place for lunch after a walk by the Vistula River and Wawel Castle.
Around Kazimierz and the Market: Miód Malina — Polish cuisine in a welcoming setting — plus many pizzerias and cafes with desserts that kids usually love.
On the Main Market Square: many cafes and ice cream stalls — a quick choice when you need something between attractions.
Near the mine: restaurants by Wieliczka offer tourist-friendly menus — convenient for a meal right after your underground visit.
Always book a table when possible (especially weekends and in season) and check whether children’s menus or smaller portions are available.
- Clothing and footwear: comfortable shoes and layered clothing — the mine is cooler (around a dozen degrees Celsius), so a light jacket is useful even in summer.
- Advance tickets: book Wieliczka tickets and popular Wawel interiors ahead of time — it saves waiting in lines.
- Strollers and carriers: in Wieliczka a carrier is usually more practical; if a stroller is necessary, ask in advance about the best route in the centre and options for storing it during the underground tour.
- Food and drink: bring snacks and water for the children — breaks can also be planned in local cafés.
- Timing: allow more time than the schedule — children like stops, play and asking questions.
- Contact with the guide: before booking tell us how many children you have and their ages — the guide will adjust the tour accordingly.
Can I book a guide just for our family? - Yes, ZwiedzanieKrakowa (Margaret Kasprowicz) offers private guiding for families of 1–5 people. It’s the most convenient option when you want a flexible program.
Do coach trips to Wieliczka always run? - Not always. Packaged tours often require a minimum number of participants; if the required number isn’t met the trip can be canceled. In that case a private guide is a more reliable choice.
Is the Wieliczka Salt Mine safe for children? - Yes, it’s a safe and fascinating attraction, but remember the stairs and the cooler underground climate. For very young children shorter themed or educational routes may be more suitable, if available.
Is it worth splitting Kraków and Wieliczka across two days? - For families with small children this is often a good idea — less rushing and more comfort.
Can the guide help with tickets and reservations? - Yes, at ZwiedzanieKrakowa we help with booking entry tickets and advise on the best times, especially during the busy season.
If you want flexibility and a relaxed pace, booking a private guide with ZwiedzanieKrakowa (Margaret Kasprowicz) is the best solution — the guide will tailor the route to your family, help with logistics and recommend breaks and family-friendly places to eat.
If you prefer an all-inclusive package with transport and accommodation, check the organizer’s minimum participant requirements in advance — travel agencies often need a certain number of people to run the trip.
Remember comfortable clothing, advance booking for Wieliczka tickets and adjusting the plan to your children’s ages. With good planning, Kraków and Wieliczka can become an unforgettable adventure for the whole family!
