Yes — you can get a great, informative impression of both places in about 4 hours, provided you plan well. The key is to combine a shorter electric cart (golf cart, buggy) surface tour with a separately scheduled visit to the Market Square Underground. The cart gives a quick, comfortable orientation of the historic fabric of the city and allows you to reach Kazimierz without excessive walking, while the Underground requires a separate ticket and usually 1.5–2 hours for a relaxed visit to the exhibition.
Keep in mind that the golf cart is a way to orient and tell the story from the outside — if you want to go inside synagogues, museums or exhibitions, add time for those or plan a few short, selected visits.
A golf cart (electric vehicle, buggy) is a fast, quiet and eco-friendly way to see the Old Town and Kazimierz without long walks. It lets you visit more places in less time and listen to a historical commentary during the ride.
The Market Square Underground is a completely different attraction — an engaging, multimedia archaeological and historical exhibition that reveals what lies beneath the surface of the Main Market Square. It deserves time and focus, so treat it as a separate stop on your schedule.
Combining both gives you: - orientation in the city (golf cart) - a deeper understanding of everyday life and the development of Kraków (the Underground).
0:00 - Start: meeting point in the center. A typical start for golf carts is near the Main Market Square or the Kiss & Ride parking at Mikołaja Zyblikiewicza Street. Confirm the meeting point and reservation time in advance.
0:00–1:30 - Golf cart: ride through the Old Town and Kazimierz. The route includes the Main Market Square (short photo stops), the Planty, sections of the city walls, the picturesque streets of Kazimierz and the main exterior points of the synagogues and Wolnica Square. If you wish, the driver can stop for a quick walk to a chosen spot (for example 10–15 minutes).
1:30–1:45 - Break and walk to the entrance to the Market Square Underground. The entrance is in the Cloth Hall area; plan a short walk and arrive at the scheduled entry time.
1:45–3:30 - Market Square Underground: visit the exhibition. Plan 1.5–2 hours — this allows time to go through the displays, use interactive elements and grasp the historical context.
3:30–4:00 - Short walk around the Market Square, coffee or quick souvenir shopping. If the golf cart reservation was private and flexible, you can finish the ride near Kazimierz or return the cart to the agreed location.
Book in advance. Both golf carts and Underground entry times can be popular, especially on weekends and in high season. Check the Underground's opening hours and align your cart start so you arrive in time for your entry.
Tickets for the Underground have fixed entry times. Keep that in mind when planning — be at the entrance a few minutes early.
Photography inside the Underground is usually allowed without flash; respect exhibition rules and any filming restrictions.
If you want to enter synagogues or specific museums in Kazimierz, reserve extra time and tickets. The cart shows the exterior — interiors require separate visits.
Clothing and shoes: comfortable shoes for short walks and a light layer — temperatures underground are often lower than on the surface.
Respect memorial sites: Kazimierz and the former ghetto areas (Podgórze) contain places connected to tragic history. Behave respectfully, speak quietly and avoid loud noise.
Many golf cart tours are adapted for people with reduced mobility — electric carts are comfortable and low. However, accessibility depends on the operator, so ask about wheelchair access before booking.
The Market Square Underground is partially adapted for people with mobility impairments — there are lifts and platforms, but it’s a good idea to contact the museum staff before your visit to confirm details.
Not all narrow streets or courtyards are accessible to golf carts — sometimes short on-foot sections are necessary.
Golf cart tour prices vary by operator, route length and whether you choose a group or private tour. There are budget options and more comfortable private tours — compare offers and ask for details before booking.
Tickets to the Market Square Underground are usually sold for a specific entry time; there are full-price and reduced-price tickets. It’s best to reserve online in advance to avoid queues and sold-out time slots.
If you book through me at zwiedzaniekrakowa.com I’m happy to help choose the time of your tour and synchronize the cart ride with the Underground entry so the whole plan fits into your 4 hours.
Will the golf cart go into the Underground? - No, the Underground is a below-surface exhibition and requires a walk-in entrance. The golf cart is for surface travel only.
Is 4 hours enough? - Yes, if you mainly want an orientation golf cart ride plus a full visit to the Underground. If you plan extra visits inside synagogues or museums in Kazimierz, add at least 1–2 hours.
Can I ask for shorter photo stops? - Yes, operators usually can arrange short stops. Mention this when you book.
Is the tour suitable for families with children? - Yes, golf carts are often a hit with kids, and the Underground has interactive elements that interest younger visitors. Just manage the pace and include breaks.
Plan the Underground first or the cart first depending on the time of day and your reservation. If you have a morning Underground entry, doing the cart ride afterward is a great way to round off the visit. If the cart is first, make sure you arrive on time for the Underground entrance under the Cloth Hall.
If you prefer a quieter visit to Kazimierz, choose early morning or late afternoon when the streets are less crowded.
If you plan to stop at memorial sites, take a moment of silence and personal reflection — it’s an important part of visiting this area of the city.
If you want an intensive but comfortable morning or afternoon in Kraków, combining a golf cart tour with a visit to the Market Square Underground is an excellent choice. It provides both convenience and depth of historical insight.
If you’d like help planning such a route to fit perfectly into your 4 hours, I’ll be glad to assist — visit zwiedzaniekrakowa.com and contact me, Małgorzata Kasprowicz. Together we’ll design a route that is quick, comfortable and interesting.
