Looking for someone who will show you Kraków with passion, humor and no boredom? If you plan a walk along the Wawel — Royal Route or a trip to Nowa Huta, this article explains how to book a private tour with Małgorzata Kasprowicz, what to expect on the tour and how to best prepare for your day in the city.
Małgorzata is a licensed Kraków guide since 2012 and has already led tours for over 18,000 people — from families with children, through school groups, to corporate trips and international visitors. Tours are offered in Polish and English and are tailored to participants’ ages and expectations. In this text you’ll find practical information, short route descriptions and an FAQ with the most common questions. There are no ads for competitors here — only clear guidance on how to organize your walk with Małgorzata.
Stories served with enthusiasm - Małgorzata combines solid knowledge with a light style: anecdotes, curiosities and questions to the group make the walk lively and engaging for both children and adults.
Experience and licenses - since 2012 she holds a national guide’s licence for Kraków and permissions to lead in selected sites and museums. She has experience with large groups, schools and international guests.
Flexible routes - routes are configurable: you can choose the classic Royal Route and Wawel, a walk through Kazimierz, a Nowa Huta route or a tour with museum elements. In case of bad weather the program can be adjusted to spend more time indoors.
Organizational support - the guide helps with buying museum and monument tickets, offers headset sets (audio-guide) for larger groups and can adapt the tour’s pace to the group’s needs.
The classic route goes through the key points of the historic centre: Main Market Square, the Cloth Hall (Sukiennice), St. Mary’s Basilica, Grodzka Street and up to Wawel. It’s an ideal choice if you want to learn the basics of Kraków’s history, hear legends and see the city’s symbolic places.
At Wawel we discuss both the history of the castle and the cathedral and lesser-known curiosities about royal customs, Wawel legends and the monumental tombs. The guide points out spots worth visiting and advises how to tour Wawel smartly — which parts make sense to explore on your own and when it’s better to buy a ticket for a specific exhibition.
A walk along the Royal Route is also a story about trade, crafts and everyday life in past centuries — presented in a friendly way, without unnecessary dates. The route is perfect for a first encounter with Kraków, while still full of details that will interest return visitors.
Nowa Huta is a different Kraków — created as a model socialist city next to the steelworks. A Nowa Huta walk is a meeting of history, urban planning and everyday life — from the monumental avenues, through Plac Centralny (Central Square), to local curiosities and residents’ stories.
The route highlights the paradoxes of ideology, architectural symbols and the transformations of recent decades. It’s a great choice if you want to see a contemporary dimension of Kraków’s history and understand how the city changed after World War II.
The tour is run with respect for the local community and focused on context — listeners receive a fuller picture of this part of Kraków than they would from a brief, superficial visit.
How to book - easiest by phone or email. Contact: phone +48 501 962 037, email: kontakt@zwiedzaniekrakowa.com. After booking the details are agreed: route length, meeting place and time, and any special requests from the group.
Tour languages - tours are offered in Polish and English. When booking, please indicate your preferred language and the number of participants.
Entrance tickets - the guide fee covers the guiding service; tickets to museums and some monuments (e.g. cathedral, special exhibitions) are paid separately. The guide can help purchase tickets and advise which entries are worth planning in advance.
Meeting place and start time - usually we meet in the city centre, e.g. Main Market Square by the Adam Mickiewicz monument, but the exact spot is arranged after booking. This is especially convenient for visiting groups.
Weather and plan B - walks take place regardless of weather; in case of very bad conditions the route can be modified so that more time is spent in museums and indoor sites.
Standard offers for small groups (1–35 people) - sample promotional prices valid in the autumn-winter season: 2 hours - 300 PLN, 3 hours - 400 PLN, 4 hours - 500 PLN. Regular prices may be higher; confirm the current rate when booking.
English tours usually cost slightly more: for example, 2 hours from 400 PLN and up. For groups over 35 people prices are calculated per person. Additional services: headset sets (audio-guide) available for groups - about 8 PLN per person.
Note - prices and promotions may change depending on season and special offers. When you book you will receive full information about applicable rates and any extra fees.
Do I need to book in advance? - It’s recommended to book ahead, especially on weekends and during high season. A phone or email booking allows you to set the route and preferred meeting point.
Is the tour suitable for children? - Yes. Routes are adapted for different age groups; Małgorzata has experience working with children and can prepare engaging stories for younger participants.
Does the guide accept cash and card payments? - Payment details are arranged at booking. It’s best to ask when you call or write.
What if the weather is bad? - Walks usually go ahead regardless of weather; in case of heavy rain or very poor conditions alternatives or route changes are proposed to limit time outdoors.
Are castle tickets included? - Entrance tickets to castles and selected sites are usually extra. The guide will assist with purchases and inform you about current prices.
Comfortable shoes - some routes include cobbled streets and a fair amount of walking, so comfortable footwear is essential.
A water bottle and a light snack - especially for longer tours or family outings.
A clear plan for the day - if you plan to visit a museum or take a Vistula river cruise after the tour, let us know when booking so we can better schedule the time.
Arrive a few minutes early - plan a small buffer so the group can gather and the walk can start on time.
The easiest way is to call or email: phone +48 501 962 037, email: kontakt@zwiedzaniekrakowa.com. After you get in touch we will set the date and time, route, number of participants, preferred language and any special needs of the group.
Booking in advance increases the chance of securing your preferred date and allows time to fine-tune the route. If you have limited time in Kraków, we can plan a route that maximizes what you see at a comfortable pace.
If you want to discover Kraków with someone who tells stories with passion, humor and attention to the group — a walk along the Royal Route, a visit to Wawel or a tour to Nowa Huta with Małgorzata Kasprowicz is worth considering.
Book a date or write with questions — I’ll gladly help choose the best route for your expectations and the time you have available. See you on a walk through Kraków! - Małgorzata Kasprowicz (ZwiedzanieKrakowa.com)
