- Touring with a licensed guide lets you see not only monuments but also hear the context, anecdotes and local curiosities you won’t find in printed guides.
- Małgorzata Kasprowicz is a guide born in Krakow, with plenty of experience and passion. She tells stories in an engaging way for both adults and children, combining facts with narrative and a touch of humor.
- For routes like Wawel or Kazimierz (including the former Krakow ghetto and Schindler’s Factory) it’s especially valuable to have a guide who leads the route efficiently, points out places of memory and explains complex historical threads.
- The walk through the area of the former Krakow ghetto (Podgórze district) highlights places linked to everyday life inside the ghetto, German offices, hospitals, so-called "green areas", the Ghetto Heroes Square and preserved fragments of the wall.
- Schindler’s Factory — entry to the museum can be added to the walk; in that case the tour is longer and includes the Factory’s exhibition (remember that museum tickets are usually paid separately).
- Wawel and the Royal Route form a classic itinerary through Krakow’s most important sights: the Cathedral, castle monuments and the royal chambers (some exhibitions may require separate tickets or reservations). The guide helps organize entries and ticket purchases and advises which displays are worth seeing.
- Typical durations are 2, 3 or 4 hours. Shorter routes (2 h) are good for a quick introduction; 4 hours allow time to enter museums (e.g. Schindler’s Factory) and to move at a more relaxed pace.
- Pricing depends on the route, language and group size. For small groups (up to ~35 people) fixed rates for the whole group are often offered; for larger groups prices are usually calculated per person.
- In practice you may find different offers: sometimes there are set prices for a specific tour (for example a single-package Ghetto and Schindler’s Factory variant), and also seasonal promotional rates. After booking the guide will confirm the final amount.
- For group comfort, headset sets are available (a small additional fee per person).
- Contact directly: call or write an email to check availability and agree the route. Direct contact makes it easier to tailor the plan to your needs (family with children, school group, company outing).
- After agreeing on a date the guide confirms the meeting place and time and the route scope (whether Schindler’s Factory is included, which Wawel exhibitions, etc.).
- Payment: payment details are arranged at booking; in practice it’s often possible to pay cash after the tour or by bank transfer — confirm the preferred payment method when booking.
- Contact is available by phone and email; after booking you will receive all practical information about the meeting point and any tickets.
- The most common starting point is the Main Market Square — a convenient landmark (for example by the Adam Mickiewicz monument). The meeting point can be set individually.
- 2-hour option (quick introduction): a walk around Kazimierz, the main points of the former ghetto (outside), a short story about Krakow’s Jewish history and finishing near Schindler’s Factory.
- 4-hour option (more complete): an extended walk through Kazimierz and Podgórze, entry to Schindler’s Factory (time to see the exhibition), and elements of the Royal Route or parts of Wawel — depending on prior arrangements.
- The guide adjusts the pace to the group: if you travel with small children or elderly people, the route will be softened accordingly.
- Museum and exhibition tickets (e.g. Schindler’s Factory, Representative Chambers of Wawel) are usually not included in the guiding fee — they are purchased separately. The guide can help buy tickets or advise the best reservation method.
- Wawel offers audio guides as an additional service — check availability and pricing when planning the visit. Some exhibitions have their own rules for groups and guides, so it’s good to consult them in advance.
- Headset sets (if needed for larger groups) are usually available for a small fee per person — they help with audibility in crowded places.
- Some historic sites impose restrictions on luggage, photography or using strollers — the guide will inform you about those rules before entry.
- Clothing and footwear: comfortable shoes are essential — the walk includes cobbled streets and uneven surfaces.
- Weather: tours usually run regardless of weather; the guide has a "plan B" and can shift more of the route indoors (museums, churches) in bad weather.
- Documents: if you expect reduced-price museum tickets, bring documents confirming entitlement (students, seniors, pupils).
- Time: allow extra time before the meeting — central Krakow can be busy and public transport may be delayed.
- Near Wawel: Pod Wawelem — traditional cuisine with hearty portions; Forum Przestrzenie on the Vistula — a pleasant spot for lunch with a river view.
- In Kazimierz and around the ghetto: Hamsa (Middle Eastern cuisine) — a popular place in the heart of Kazimierz; Alchemia — an atmospheric bar with art and music; Plac Nowy — a spot for quick snacks and the famous zapiekanki.
- For a quick espresso or dessert: Cafe Camelot and Charlotte are well-known Krakow cafés near the Main Market Square.
- If you prefer less touristy choices, the guide can recommend local, off-the-beaten-path spots depending on the group’s wishes.
- Does the guide speak English? Yes — tours are available in Polish and English; confirm this when booking.
- How long does a typical tour last? Usually 2 or 4 hours, depending on the route and museum entries.
- How large can groups be? The offer covers both small and larger groups — prices depend on group size and tour length; the guide has experience with small family groups as well as large school and business groups.
- Are museum tickets included? Usually tickets are extra. The guide helps with purchases and informs about current prices and concessions.
- What if it rains? Tours run regardless of weather; the route can be modified to spend more time indoors.
- Book in advance, especially on weekends and in high season — dates fill up quickly.
- Tell the guide at booking if anyone in the group has mobility limitations, food allergies or special requirements — the guide will adjust the route to the group’s needs.
- If you plan to visit special exhibitions (royal chambers, the Wawel treasury, Schindler’s Factory) check opening hours and reservation requirements. The guide will help coordinate these before the tour.
- After booking you will receive directions to the meeting point, information about extra fees (tickets, headset sets) and a suggested optimal route.
