It was a dark and stormy night. No human soul could be seen on the streets of Krakow. Suddenly, at 11 p.m., a priest from St. Mary’s Church heard a knock on his door. A mysterious man with a mask covering his face came for him, talking about a young girl who was supposed to die that night. He asked the priest to follow him through the labyrinth of empty streets...’

From the Legend of the White Lady of the Wielopolskich Palace.


Introduction

This tour is a must for people visiting Krakow for the first time! It retraces the history of Krakow as the former capital of Poland. During the tour, which is to give you general impression of the city, we will follow the co-called Royal Route, visiting the most famous and historic sites in Krakow: the Wawel Hill, Royal Castle and the Cathedral, Old Town, Market Square - all these places are much more than just symbols of Krakow. A journey through the labyrinth of the medieval streets of Krakow gives you the chance not only to see the beauty of the architecture but also, while listening to fascinating local stories and legends, to feel the magic atmosphere of our unique city. Our licensed and experienced guides, who know Krakow as the back of their hand, will not only tell you the stories about Polish former capital city, but also advise you on the best restaurants, pubs, jewellery shops, museums, hotels, hairdressers and shopping centres, and many more.

Programme
We will start on the Wawel Hill, for centuries the centre of power of the Polish state, with its magnificent renaissance Royal Castle and the Cathedral with the royal tombs, Sigismundus’ Bell and the crypt. The next step is Kanonicza - the oldest street in Krakow. Then Grodzka Street will lead us to the Bishop’s Palace and the Franciscan Church, where we will admire the exceptional stained glass windows and art nouveau art. Later we will walk around the Main Market Square - the biggest medieval square in Europe, with the Renaissance Cloth Hall (where famous stall shops with the souvenirs are) and St. Mary’s Basilica with the marvelous medieval altar. We will visit also the University Quarter, paying special attention to Collegium Maius - the oldest building of the Jagiellonian University.

Duration
approximately 3,5 hours; short coffee break meanwhile


Our offer includes
An Expert City Guide’s service; entrance fees (St. Mary’s Basilica, Wawel Cathedral)


Our recommendation
You can combine this tour with the tour ‘Schindler's List’ or tour Wieliczka Salt Mine to make your visit to our city complete.


Additional information
If you need transport during the tour please contact us.