Krakauer old town tour
ID: GYG569984-973729
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Country: Poland
Country: Poland
Duration: 02:30 hours
Description
Feel the atmosphere of the time when Krakow was still the capital of the largest European country. Discover the UNESCO-protected city that has hardly changed since the Middle Ages!
Welcome to the heart of Krakow, where history, culture and beauty combine. The old town, which survived the Second World War, pulsates with the atmosphere of the time when it was the capital of the largest European country. Accompany us on a tour of a city that has hardly changed since the Middle Ages and find out why it was included in the very first UNESCO list of the World Heritage Site!
Explore the Royal Route:
When you follow the royal route, you will pass breathtaking sights, including the magnificent Wawel lock, the impressive St. Marien-Basilica and the busy main market. Each place contains part of the city's history, and our expert guides give these stories to the life and add of the history and culture of Polen's valuable information.
Cultural Center:
The old town of Krakau has long been a cultural center in which artists, scholars and leading personalities live from all over Europe. We show you where to find the traces of the city in their heyday in the 15th and 16th centuries when Copernicus went through these streets themselves.
A jewel of the UNESCO World Heritage Site:
The old town and the Wawel Castle are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, for good reason. The charming streets, the impressive architecture and the rich history make them one of the best preserved and most popular travel destinations in Europe.
A unique experience:
What makes our old town tour really extraordinary is the depth of the insight you will win. We not only show you the sights, but also give you connections, stories and a real understanding of this extraordinary place.
On this 2h 30 minutes of Pay What You Wish Walkative! You will see tour:
- the medieval city walls and the Barbican
- the main market with the Tuchhalle
- The St. Mary's church with its famous trumpeter
-Collegium Maius, the oldest building at the oldest university in Central East Europe
- Archbishopric Palace and the "papal window" by Johannes Paul II.
- The Wawelhügel with the cathedral and the castle courtyard
- Wawel dragon
- and much more...!
Welcome to the heart of Krakow, where history, culture and beauty combine. The old town, which survived the Second World War, pulsates with the atmosphere of the time when it was the capital of the largest European country. Accompany us on a tour of a city that has hardly changed since the Middle Ages and find out why it was included in the very first UNESCO list of the World Heritage Site!
Explore the Royal Route:
When you follow the royal route, you will pass breathtaking sights, including the magnificent Wawel lock, the impressive St. Marien-Basilica and the busy main market. Each place contains part of the city's history, and our expert guides give these stories to the life and add of the history and culture of Polen's valuable information.
Cultural Center:
The old town of Krakau has long been a cultural center in which artists, scholars and leading personalities live from all over Europe. We show you where to find the traces of the city in their heyday in the 15th and 16th centuries when Copernicus went through these streets themselves.
A jewel of the UNESCO World Heritage Site:
The old town and the Wawel Castle are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, for good reason. The charming streets, the impressive architecture and the rich history make them one of the best preserved and most popular travel destinations in Europe.
A unique experience:
What makes our old town tour really extraordinary is the depth of the insight you will win. We not only show you the sights, but also give you connections, stories and a real understanding of this extraordinary place.
On this 2h 30 minutes of Pay What You Wish Walkative! You will see tour:
- the medieval city walls and the Barbican
- the main market with the Tuchhalle
- The St. Mary's church with its famous trumpeter
-Collegium Maius, the oldest building at the oldest university in Central East Europe
- Archbishopric Palace and the "papal window" by Johannes Paul II.
- The Wawelhügel with the cathedral and the castle courtyard
- Wawel dragon
- and much more...!
Highlights
- Perfectly preserved city center of Krakow
- which belongs to the UNESCO culture
- you will learn the stories of kings
- dragons
- palaces and castles
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour takes place in any weather, but if it rains or becomes cold, we find a roof.
The meeting point is a small place between the Barbakan and the St. Florianstor, the medieval entrance to the city.
The meeting point is a small place between the Barbakan and the St. Florianstor, the medieval entrance to the city.
INCLUDED
- Expert, local travel guide
- A carefully structured story
- Visit to the Collegium in Maius and the Wawel King's Palace
NOT INCLUDED
- Collection of the hotel and return transport
- Snack
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.