Krakow is a city with history on every street, but sightseeing doesn't have to be boring or overloaded with dates. I like to tell short, memorable stories that help you understand a place and feel its atmosphere.
On a typical walk I'll show you the key points - Wawel and the Royal Route, the Main Market Square with St. Mary's Church, the Jewish district of Kazimierz - and add a few local touches that often don't make it into paper guidebooks.
If you want a personalized route - let me know. I adjust pace and focus for children, history lovers, photographers or people who prefer less walking and more museum interiors.
I lead tours in Polish and English; I've guided thousands of visitors and hold a state license as a Krakow guide.
Museum tickets are usually paid separately - I'll help buy them and plan the visit so you don't waste time in queues.
Suggested plan for the first day: morning on Wawel and in the area below the castle, then a walk along the Royal Route to the Main Market Square, and the afternoon in Kazimierz. This gives a good overview of the city's history and atmosphere.
If you're here for a short time - choose a 2–3 hour route focused on the main attractions. Have more time? Add a visit to the Rynek Underground, the Czartoryski Museum or a short trip to Nowa Huta.
It's also worth leaving time for a coffee break or lunch in a local café - Krakow is a great place to try regional flavors and soak up the city vibe.
If you travel with children, I suggest a route with anecdotes and short stops - kids engage when stories are simple and fun.
Wawel - the castle and cathedral, a symbol of Polish history; plan at least an hour to walk around the hill.
Main Market Square - the heart of the city: Cloth Hall, St. Mary's Church and many atmospheric side streets nearby.
Kazimierz - a district full of history, synagogues, cozy cafés and great photo spots.
For something different - Zakrzówek, the Polish Aviation Museum or the green corners of the botanical garden are a great way to diversify your plan.
If you want something different - I'll show places off the main routes: small courtyards, hidden gardens, the colorful steps in Podgórze and local galleries.
We can also follow themed trails - the city's legends, sacred architecture, Jewish history or contrasts between the center and Nowa Huta.
Meetings often start at the Main Market Square, but we set the exact spot individually - I'll match the start to your plans and logistics.
Tours run regardless of weather - I have a plan B for rain and access to audio headsets when the group is large.
Want to book a walk or ask about routes? Write to kontakt@zwiedzaniekrakowa.com or call +48 501 962 037 - I'll reply quickly and help tailor the program.
If you'd like to discover Krakow with someone who lives here with passion and tells lively stories about the city - you're welcome. My walks are lively, humorous and full of curiosities.
See you on the trail - Małgorzata.
