Margaret Kasprowicz is a licensed Krakow tour guide who has been showing visitors the city's most important and interesting corners for years. With passion she combines solid knowledge with anecdotes and stories that engage both adults and children. Her routes mix the classics (Wawel, the Main Market, the Royal Route) with less obvious tales about everyday life in Krakow through the centuries. If you want to get to know Krakow from a local perspective, a guided walk with her is an excellent choice.
Her experience and warm approach make Margaret’s walks dynamic, lively and tailored to the group — schools, families, individual visitors or corporate groups will find the appropriate tone and pace.
If you prefer a walk in Polish or in English, Margaret offers tours in both languages and adapts the narration to the audience.
Below is an approximate price list valid for 2025. These rates are indicative to help you plan your travel budget quickly — final booking terms should be confirmed when you contact the guide.
Tours in Polish — small groups (1–35 people): 2 hours — 350 PLN; 3 hours — 450 PLN; 4 hours — 550 PLN; each additional hour — 100 PLN.
Tours in Polish — large groups (36+ people): 2 hours — 14 PLN/person; 3 hours — 17 PLN/person; 4 hours — 20 PLN/person; each additional hour — 6 PLN/person.
Tours in English — small groups (1–35 people): 2 hours — 450 PLN; 3 hours — 600 PLN; 4 hours — 750 PLN; each additional hour — 160 PLN.
Tours in English — large groups (36+ people): 2 hours — 21 PLN/person; 3 hours — 27 PLN/person; 4 hours — 32 PLN/person; each additional hour — 9 PLN/person.
Extra costs and promotions — headset sets (audio guides) are often available to rent — approx. 8 PLN/person. During high season or at specific times there may be special price offers — check current terms at booking.
The Royal Route and Wawel — classic routes that cover Krakow’s top sights: the Main Market Square, the Cloth Hall, St. Mary’s Basilica and Wawel Hill. A perfect choice for a first visit to the city.
Kazimierz — Krakow’s historic Jewish quarter full of history, monuments and contemporary cultural life. This route blends stories about the former Jewish community with the atmosphere of modern Kazimierz.
The Ghetto and Schindler’s Factory — a route focused on World War II history and the fate of the residents of the Krakow ghetto, with a stop at or discussion of the Oskar Schindler Enamel Factory. It’s worth planning museum entry in advance, as tickets often need to be purchased ahead of time.
Nowa Huta — a tour of the district built in the communist era as a model socialist town — an interesting option for those interested in 20th-century history and architecture.
Thematic and family routes — shorter programs are available for families with children, school trips and museum visits (e.g., the Czartoryski Museum) or excursions outside the city such as Ojcow National Park.
Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory is one of the most visited museums in Krakow and an important stop on routes about the history of the Krakow ghetto. If you plan to go inside, buy a ticket in advance — popular time slots sell out quickly.
A visit to the museum fits well into a longer WWII-themed route — the guide can combine the story of the factory with historical context and a walk around the former ghetto area.
Pay attention to the museum’s opening hours and possible closures for conservation work or special events — it’s best to check ticket availability before the walk.
Tip: the museum is located in the Zabłocie district at Lipowa Street — it’s easily reachable on foot from the Old Town or by tram; consider transport time when planning the route.
The best way to book is via the contact form on the guide’s website or by email — provide the date, approximate number of people, preferred tour length and language. The earlier you book, the better — especially in the tourist season.
For school groups and larger events it’s worth arranging details in advance — duration, planned museum entries and any technical needs (e.g., headset sets).
Confirm the meeting point and start time — popular starting locations are the Main Market Square, Florian Gate or by the Adam Mickiewicz monument. If you arrive by train, allow time to get from the Main Train Station to the meeting point.
Wear comfortable shoes — exploring Krakow involves walking on cobbled streets, stairs and uneven sidewalks.
Bring a bottle of water and a rain jacket — Polish weather can change quickly.
Tickets to popular attractions often need to be purchased separately — for example, entry to the Wawel State Rooms, the Czartoryski Museum or Schindler’s Factory. The guide will help plan the route to include entries and waiting time.
If you’re traveling with children, mention this when booking — the guide will adjust the pace and storytelling to suit younger visitors.
After the walk it’s nice to try some Krakow cuisine and rest — a few trusted places in the Old Town and Kazimierz:
- Café Camelot — a cozy café near the Market, great for coffee and cake.
- Starka (Kazimierz) — a popular spot with traditional dishes and regional flavors.
- Pod Aniołami — a restaurant with atmosphere and Polish cuisine.
- In Kazimierz you’ll also find many smaller bars and cafés serving zapiekanki, pierogi and local specialties — it’s worth combining sightseeing with a culinary break.
Do I need to book in advance? - Yes, especially during the high season and for larger groups. Booking several days or weeks ahead gives the best chance of securing your preferred time.
Do the prices include museum tickets? - Usually the guiding fee does not include museum entrance tickets; ticket costs are handled separately. The guide can advise which tickets are worth buying in advance.
How long is a typical tour? - Commonly offered are 2-, 3- or 4-hour walks. Shorter thematic routes are also possible. Longer programs can be arranged individually.
Does the guide work in English? - Yes, English-language tours are available; fees for tours in another language may be higher.
What if the weather is bad? - The route can be adapted to weather conditions; many parts of the tour include indoor stops and museums, which helps avoid long periods outdoors in the rain.
Plan calmly — Krakow has a lot to offer and it’s worth taking time at the most interesting places.
Ask questions during the walk — the guide is happy to tailor the story to your interests.
If you’d like a souvenir from the city, ask about local flavors and handicrafts — the guide will point out good places to visit after the tour.
