Małgorzata Kasprowicz is a licensed guide for Kraków who for years has led visitors along the city’s main routes: the Royal Route, Wawel, Kazimierz, and themed routes (legends, family trails, school routes). She earned her license in 2012 and focuses on telling stories in an accessible way, with humour and many curiosities — so that everyone, from children to seniors, takes something special away from the walk.
If you want to discover Kraków “behind the scenes” — both the big historical threads and the small everyday anecdotes of residents — a walk with Małgorzata offers exactly that perspective. Her approach is practical: flexible routes, adjusting pace and programme to the group, and the option to order headset sets for comfort when guiding larger groups.
Detailed pricing for tours with Małgorzata is available on her site. During the promotional season (reduced-price offer in effect from October 1, 2025 to March 1, 2026) prices for tours in Polish (small groups: 1–35 people) are as follows:
- 2 hours - PLN 300 (regular price PLN 350)
- 3 hours - PLN 400 (regular price PLN 450)
- 4 hours - PLN 500 (regular price PLN 550)
- Each additional hour - PLN 80 (regular price PLN 100)
Themed tours (2 hours) - PLN 370.
For larger groups (36 people and more) billing is per person: 2 hours - PLN 12/person (regularly PLN 14/person), 3 hours - PLN 15/person (regularly PLN 17/person), 4 hours - PLN 18/person (regularly PLN 20/person); each additional hour is an extra PLN 5/person (regularly PLN 6/person).
Prices for tours in English are higher: for small groups 2 hours - PLN 400 (regular PLN 450), 3 hours - PLN 500 (regular PLN 600), 4 hours - PLN 650 (regular PLN 750); additional time is priced individually.
The guide also offers audio-guide headset sets for larger groups — rental cost is a few PLN per person (the listed rate is PLN 8/person), which helps with audibility in crowded places.
The Market Square Underground is an engaging archaeological and historical exhibition located beneath the surface of the Main Market Square. The route reveals the city’s layers of history — from the Middle Ages through later periods — and shows how the Square and its surroundings functioned across the centuries.
A visit to the Underground is a perfect complement to a walk through the Old Town: it lets you see the material remains of former buildings, craft workshops and civic structures that are not visible from above. The exhibition is informative and often engages younger visitors — which is why many teachers and families choose this route during a stay in Kraków.
Municipal information currently lists the following indicative rates for individual and group entries:
- Standard ticket - PLN 13
- Reduced ticket - PLN 10
- Group ticket - PLN 10 (group rate may apply from a specified minimum number of people)
- Family ticket - PLN 30 (e.g. 2 adults + 2 children up to 16, or 1 adult + 3 children up to 16)
- Guide service (inside the exhibition) - flat fee per group, approximately PLN 150; lower rates usually apply for school groups.
Keep in mind that on some days (for example Mondays) the museum may offer free admission to individual visitors, while groups usually enter on a paid basis and also pay for guide services if they use them. Exact rules about free days and prices can change, so check current information when planning your visit.
A tour of the exhibition usually lasts about 60 minutes. Groups most often meet under the Cloth Hall arcades (Sukiennice), opposite St. Mary’s Basilica, a few minutes before the start time — this is the standard meeting point.
Flash photography and tripods are prohibited in the exhibition; there may also be restrictions on photography in selected parts. The last group is admitted a set number of minutes before closing (usually 60–90 minutes), so plan your day around the museum’s opening hours.
Groups visit the exhibition only under the supervision of museum guides or licensed city guides who have completed the required training and obtained permission to lead inside this exhibition. When booking a guide, make sure they have the necessary authorization to enter the Underground with your group.
1) Book tickets in advance — especially on weekends and during tourist months, time slots can fill quickly.
2) If you want to enter with a guide, ask about the “in‑museum guide service” option — in addition to tickets for participants there is usually a fee for the guide (approx. PLN 150 per group).
3) Set the meeting point and meeting time (usually under the Cloth Hall arcades) and inform participants about comfortable footwear and weather — while part of the route is museumised, approaches and walks through the Old Town also occur.
4) Consider renting headset sets if the group is large — they improve comfort and let everyone hear the guide even in noisy surroundings.
Do I have to book a tour with a guide? - It is recommended to book in advance, especially if you plan to enter the Market Square Underground or want a tour longer than the standard 2–3 hours; booking also secures audio sets and the guide’s availability.
How long does a visit to the Underground take? - About 60 minutes for the standard museum route; with extra stories or school activities the time may be longer.
Are there discounts for students and seniors? - Yes — the museum typically offers reduced tickets; family tickets are also available. Special rates apply for school groups.
Is the Market Square Underground suitable for children? - Yes — the exhibition has educational value and usually engages younger visitors, but check the children’s age and interest and remember the visit takes place in a museum space.
Can a private guide enter the Underground with the group? - Yes, provided they have the required training/museum permissions to lead inside this exhibition — this is standard and it’s worth confirming when booking.
Comfortable shoes and layered clothing are essential — even if most of the route is indoors, walking around the Square and approaches can include cobbled streets and temperature differences.
If you plan a coffee or meal break after the tour, near the Market Square we recommend well-known places: Café Camelot (a cosy café by the Old Town); for the evening, Kazimierz offers spots like Starka or Miód Malina. These are good places to finish your walk with local flavours.
If you arrive by public transport, the Main Market Square is well served by trams and buses — check timetables and allow time to reach the meeting point.
Take weather and season into account — in the high tourist season (summer, weekends) it’s wise to reserve in advance.
Her combination of professional competence and knowledge of the city’s most interesting places saves time and guarantees you see the highlights — with colourful stories that bring monuments to life.
Małgorzata offers flexible routes, adapts the pace to the group and provides additional options (school tours, themed tours, day trips outside Kraków), as well as audio headset sets for groups. This is a practical choice for families, school groups and visitors who want full context during a short stay in the city.
To arrange a walk with Małgorzata or ask about route details and availability, it’s best to use the contact form on her site or write directly to the organiser. When booking, prepare the following: planned date and time, number of participants (and their ages), preferred language of the tour and whether you plan to enter the Market Square Underground (this is important because of tickets and the guide’s required permissions).
If you plan a weekday visit or want to use promotional offers, ask about availability of promotional periods (e.g. reduced-price windows) and possible benefits for school groups.
- Check the Market Square Underground opening hours for the day of your visit and the admission rules (free days, group limits).
- Book exhibition tickets if you want to enter at a specific day/time.
- Confirm the meeting point (usually under the Cloth Hall arcades) and ask participants to arrive 10–15 minutes early.
- Bring documents entitling you to discounts (student IDs, school IDs, etc.).
- Remember comfortable shoes and water for the group — walking and a museum visit can be intense, especially on hot days.
If you’re planning to visit Kraków — you’ve come to the right place. A walk with a licensed guide is a way to see the city in its best light: with historical context, memorable stories and practical tips that make your stay easier. The Market Square Underground is a must if you like archaeology, city history and want to see Kraków from beneath the surface.
We invite you to get in touch and discover Kraków together — with warmth, humour and passion.
