This is one of the most classic routes in Kraków: from Florian Gate and Floriańska Street, through the Main Market Square and the Cloth Hall, past St. Mary's Church, then down Grodzka Street to Wawel with the Cathedral and the Royal Castle. The route connects the city's most important monuments and tells the story of Kraków from the Middle Ages to modern times.
During the walk you'll notice architectural highlights (the Barbican, Florian Gate, the Town Hall Tower), hear stories about coronations, royal processions and everyday life of former townspeople, and visit the main sacred sites on Wawel Hill.
This route is great both for first-time visitors to Kraków and for those who want to organize their knowledge and hear lesser-known anecdotes and local curiosities.
The recommended "Wawel and the Royal Route" tour lasts 4 hours - this is an optimal time to calmly see the most important points, explain their context and have a moment for photos.
The route is family-friendly: stories are told in an accessible way with anecdotes and questions that engage the youngest participants.
Małgorzata is a licensed Kraków guide (licensed since 2012) and has led thousands of tourists - families, school groups and international tours. Her passion for the city and storytelling skills make the narratives lively, full of curiosities and adapted to the audience.
In practice this means: factual information (no meaningless lists of dates), many anecdotes and historical details, and flexibility - the route can be light and humorous for families, more in-depth for history lovers, or tailored to the needs of school groups.
The guide provides headset sets (audio-guide) useful for larger groups - this way everyone can hear the commentary even on a busy Market Square.
Małgorzata knows the museums and the rules for visiting Wawel well and can help organize tickets and access to interiors if the group wishes to enter (entry to interiors is usually charged separately).
Contact and reservations: it's easiest to arrange a date by phone or email - booking allows you to set the meeting place and start time and tailor the route to the group's expectations.
Below you will find indicative prices valid for 2025. They are given for two language options (Polish and English), for small groups (1–35 people) and large groups (36 people and up). The pricing also takes into account a seasonal promotion that applies on the dates shown.
Note about the promotion: reduced promotional prices apply in the period October 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026 (ask about availability and confirm the date when booking).
Polish-language tours - small groups (1–35 people): 2 hours - 300 PLN (promotion) / 350 PLN (regular); 3 hours - 400 PLN (promotion) / 450 PLN (regular); 4 hours - 500 PLN (promotion) / 550 PLN (regular). Each additional hour: 80 PLN (promotion) / 100 PLN (regular).
Polish-language tours - large groups (36+ people): 2 hours - 12 PLN/person (promotion) / 14 PLN/person (regular); 3 hours - 15 PLN/person (promotion) / 17 PLN/person (regular); 4 hours - 18 PLN/person (promotion) / 20 PLN/person (regular). Each additional hour: 5 PLN/person (promotion) / 6 PLN/person (regular).
English-language tours - small groups (1–35 people): 2 hours - 400 PLN (promotion) / 450 PLN (regular); 3 hours - 500 PLN (promotion) / 600 PLN (regular); 4 hours - 650 PLN (promotion) / 750 PLN (regular). Each additional hour: 120 PLN (promotion) / 160 PLN (regular).
English-language tours - large groups (36+ people): 2 hours - 18 PLN/person (promotion) / 21 PLN/person (regular); 3 hours - 24 PLN/person (promotion) / 27 PLN/person (regular); 4 hours - 28 PLN/person (promotion) / 32 PLN/person (regular). Each additional hour: 8 PLN/person (promotion) / 9 PLN/person (regular).
Additionally, comfortable headset sets (audio-guide) are available - cost around 8 PLN/person. This is a useful solution on very crowded dates or for large groups so everyone can hear the guide.
The tour price covers the guiding service - that is, the guided commentary, storytelling, answering questions and adapting the narrative to the group.
Entrance tickets to some sites are usually charged separately. Example approximate ticket prices (as of 2025): St. Mary's Church - reduced about 8 PLN, full about 15 PLN; Wawel Cathedral - reduced about 15 PLN, full about 22 PLN. Prices for entry to the Castle or specific exhibitions may vary - the guide will help organize ticket purchase.
The cost of headset sets (if used) is charged separately (about 8 PLN/person). Other additional costs may include tickets to special exhibitions, specific guiding fees required in some venues, or group reservation fees - all of this is arranged during booking.
If the group wants an intensive visit with entries to several interiors, it's worth budgeting for entrance tickets - the guide can give an estimated cost depending on the chosen sites.
The guide helps with ticket purchases, but most often their cost is charged separately from participants or by the organizer of the group.
Meeting place and time: the meeting point is arranged individually when booking. Most often we meet at the Main Market Square by the Adam Mickiewicz Monument or at another pre-agreed spot in the city centre. Booking allows us to set a precise start time.
Clothing and weather: the tour takes place regardless of the weather. In case of very bad conditions the route can be modified to spend more time indoors (museums, churches). Comfortable shoes and layered clothing are essential - the tour lasts several hours and includes walking on cobbled streets.
Duration and pace: the standard version of the route lasts 4 hours, but it can be shortened to 2 or 3 hours, or extended by adding special stops. The pace is adapted to the group - families with children, older people or school groups.
For families and schools: the tour is prepared to interest children - with humour, questions and stories that help remember key information. Special educational trails and tasks are possible for schools.
Accessibility: part of the route includes stairs (Wawel), so people with limited mobility should report this when booking so we can find an alternative route or solutions to facilitate the visit.
How long is the 'Wawel and the Royal Route' tour? - The recommended version is 4 hours. Shorter variants of 2 and 3 hours are also available.
Does the guide speak English? - Yes. Tours are available in Polish and English. State your preferred language when booking.
Are entrance tickets included in the price? - No. The price covers the guiding service; tickets to churches, the Cathedral, the Castle and museums are usually charged separately. The guide can help purchase them.
What if it rains? - Tours run regardless of the weather. In case of very bad weather the route can be modified to spend more time indoors and avoid long outdoor sections.
Where do we meet to start? - Most commonly at the Main Market Square (by the Adam Mickiewicz Monument), though the start location is set individually when booking.
How do I book the tour and how is payment handled? - Bookings are made by phone or email. Details about deposits, payment methods and cancellation terms are agreed at booking - it's worth confirming these before the meeting.
When planning a visit to Wawel, leave some time for an individual visit to the Cathedral or the castle courtyard - photos with the panorama of the Vistula and Wawel are among the most recognisable Kraków souvenirs.
If you want to enter St. Mary's Church or a chosen exhibition at Wawel, check opening hours and any seasonal restrictions in advance - during peak season interior visits may require prior reservation.
During busy periods (e.g. summer, long weekends) consider a morning start - better conditions for photos and fewer crowds on the Market Square.
Remember comfortable shoes and a bottle of water - coffee or quick snack breaks can be included in the route, especially with the 4-hour option.
If you have specific interests (e.g. architecture, sacred art, legends), let us know in advance - the guide will tailor the narrative to make the most of your time.
The easiest way to book a date is by phone or email. During booking we arrange meeting place and time, tour length and any preferences regarding theme and pace.
Contact phone: +48 501 962 037. Email: kontakt@zwiedzaniekrakowa.com. When booking, it helps to give an approximate number of people, preferred language and an estimated tour length.
If you have questions about entrance tickets to specific sites (Wawel, St. Mary's Church, museums), write about it in the message - the guide will prepare an approximate cost and suggest the best order of visits.
Booking in advance gives you better certainty about available slots and the possibility to tailor the route to your expectations.
I look forward to discovering Kraków with you - with passion, humour and care for the group's comfort.
The 'Wawel and the Royal Route' route is a classic that gives a full sense of Kraków's history and its most important monuments. It's a great choice for a first introduction to the city or as a complement to a longer stay.
The 2025 pricing is flexible: you can choose a shorter or longer version of the route, an option in Polish or English and adapt the tour to the group's size. Promotional prices apply in the autumn-winter season 2025/2026 - ask about details when booking.
If you plan a visit to Wawel, remember that some entries are charged separately - when booking I will help estimate the total cost of the tour including entries.
I look forward to your messages and bookings - we will visit Kraków so you leave with an engaging story, great photos and lots of small discoveries.
Enjoy your visit and see you on the route!
