The Planty are the green ring surrounding the Old Town — ideal for a calm, team-building walk at the start of a trip. For students it’s a great introduction: in the shade of the trees I can tell how the city walls used to look and why we now have paths and benches instead of a moat.
A walk through the Planty mixes pleasure with purpose: a chance to rest after travel, a first orientation to the city’s layout, and short engaging stories about everyday life in historic Krakow. It’s also a good spot for brief ice-breaker games or initial questions for the class — light, involving and stress-free.
St. Florian’s Gate is one of the most characteristic monuments on the edge of the Old Town. It’s definitely worth stopping here with a class: it’s a place to talk about medieval fortifications, parades along the Royal Route and how the city’s past shaped the Krakow we see today.
For younger groups the Gate’s story can be told as short, vivid tales — about guards, coronations and secret passages. The goal is to spark pupils’ curiosity so that the later walk around the Main Market Square and to Wawel has meaningful context.
Start: We meet in central Krakow — most often at the Main Market Square near the Adam Mickiewicz monument. From there a short walk through the Planty toward St. Florian’s Gate and onto the Royal Route. The route is flexible: I can adapt it to the students’ age, lesson theme or the school’s programme.
City part (approx. 2 hours): St. Florian’s Gate, the Royal Route, Main Market Square — stories, tasks for students, short quizzes or mini-workshops (for example the Legend of the Dragon, how to read architectural details).
Nature part (Ojców National Park, approx. 4 hours): transfer to Ojców National Park, walk to the most interesting points (the ruins of Ojców Castle, the rock known as "Maczuga Herkulesa" - the Hercules’ Club, Pieskowa Skała or other accessible attractions), short talks on geology, biodiversity and nature conservation.
Conclusion: return to Krakow or to a meeting point agreed upon when booking. If needed, I can help organise tickets and logistics.
Ojców National Park is the smallest but one of the most picturesque national parks in Poland. For school plans we usually choose: the ruins of Ojców Castle, the distinctive rock called "Maczuga Herkulesa" (the Hercules’ Club), the Pieskowa Skała area and selected caves and gorges where access allows.
For classes it’s important to keep stories short and concrete: how the limestone rocks formed, why caves matter for nature and history, and simple park rules. I also show how to observe nature respectfully — a valuable educational experience for children and teenagers.
Duration of the trip to Ojców National Park: typically 4 hours — this is an optimal time to visit the main points without rushing and with time for students’ questions.
Price: the "Ojców National Park" trip price listed in the offer is 240 PLN for the whole group.
Language: tours are conducted in Polish, and on request I can also lead them in English.
Groups and equipment: I have audio-guide headset sets that make it easier to tour larger and crowded sites (approx. 8 PLN/person). For larger groups I adapt activities, introduce tasks and divide into smaller subgroups.
Footwear and clothing: in Ojców National Park comfortable sports or hiking shoes are recommended — even on short routes the terrain can be stony and uneven. For the Planty and city walks comfortable walking shoes are sufficient.
Weather and plan B: tours usually run regardless of the weather; in case of very bad conditions I have an alternative plan that includes museums and shorter walks. It’s always a good idea to bring water and a small snack for students.
Toilets and breaks: I plan breaks at places with toilet access and opportunities for a short rest — especially important on longer routes with children.
Chaperones: please provide the number of chaperones and any special needs of the group when booking (allergies, walking pace, mobility limitations). This helps ensure the trip is safe and comfortable.
I am a licensed Krakow guide since 2012 and have led many school groups and over 18,000 tourists. I have experience working with children and young people — I know how to tell stories that don’t bore, and how to make an outdoor lesson both engaging and valuable.
My tours are interactive: I use anecdotes, questions, simple tasks and playful elements that help students remember information and participate actively. I also take care of logistics and the group’s comfort — from the meeting point to small practical details.
Contact and booking: to book a trip it’s best to call +48 501 962 037 or write to kontakt@zwiedzaniekrakowa.com. After your inquiry we agree the details: date, number of participants, meeting place and any special needs.
When booking please provide: school name, class, number of students and chaperones, preferred tour language, approximate duration and information about any limitations (e.g. mobility issues among participants).
Payment: we agree the payment method — usually payment by cash after the trip or by bank transfer, according to arrangements.
Field quiz: short questions spread along the route — earning points for answers encourages careful listening and observation.
Task sheet: simple prompts like “find an architectural detail”, “draw the rock we see” or “list three animals that might live here” — these activate students and leave a memento of the trip.
Mini-project after return: I encourage teachers to use the trip as an introduction to class projects — presentations, posters or short photo reports.
Combining a walk through the Planty and a friendly introduction at St. Florian’s Gate with a trip to Ojców National Park gives a full picture of what Krakow and its surroundings have to offer: history, architecture and close contact with nature.
If you’d like the trip tailored to your school programme, safety needs and logistics — please get in touch. Together we will design a route that is both educational and simply fun for students.
