Krakow: The "Royal Route" Private Tour of Old Town and Wawel Hill

3 hours

Moderate

    Walk the Royal Route on a private tour of Krakow’s Old Town, from the Barbican to Wawel Hill, with an expert guide and a relaxed pace for your group.


Explore the historic heart of Kraków on a private walking tour along the famous Royal Route. With your knowledgeable guide, walk from the medieval Kraków Barbican to the impressive Wawel Hill, discovering the places where Polish kings, scholars, and artists once shaped the city’s history.


Highlights:

• Walk the historic Royal Route with your private licensed guide

• Explore the UNESCO-listed Kraków Old Town

• See landmarks such as St. Mary's Basilica and the Cloth Hall

• Finish the walk at the historic Wawel Hill

• Enjoy a flexible itinerary designed for your group


Itinerary

Kraków Barbican & Old Town Walls / 15 min / Walk By

Meet your guide at the medieval Barbican and begin your walk through St. Florian's Gate, the historic entrance to the city, surrounded by the green park belt of Planty.


Czartoryski Museum / 10 min / Walk By

Hear the story behind Leonardo da Vinci’s famous painting Lady with an Ermine, one of the treasures associated with this museum.


Small Market Square & St. Mary's Basilica / 20 min / Admission Not Included

Step into the lively area near the Main Square and admire the Gothic towers of St. Mary’s Basilica while learning the legend of the hourly trumpet call.


Main Market Square & Cloth Hall / 30 min / Walk By

Explore the largest medieval market square in Europe. See historic landmarks including the Town Hall Tower, St. Adalbert’s Church, and monuments dedicated to important Polish artists and poets.


University Quarter / 20 min / Walk By

Visit the courtyards of Collegium Maius and Collegium Novum, part of the historic Jagiellonian University, where Nicolaus Copernicus once studied.


Franciscan Church & Bishop's Palace / 15 min / Admission Not Included

Admire the colorful stained-glass windows created by Stanisław Wyspiański and see the residence where Pope John Paul II once lived.


ul. Grodzka & Kanonicza Streets / 20 min / Walk By

Walk along some of Kraków’s oldest streets lined with historic houses, churches, and hidden courtyards once belonging to noble families and clergy.


Wawel Hill / 30 min / Walk By

End the tour at Wawel Hill, the historic seat of Polish kings. See the Wawel Cathedral, the Royal Castle (outside), and the monument to Tadeusz Kościuszko.

Finish your walk near the Vistula River beside the famous Wawel Dragon Statue.


Meeting point:  Basztowa, 30-547 Krakow. Meet your guide in front of the Barbakan Krakowski, Basztowa, 30-547 Krakow - from the Brama Floriańska (Old Town) side. They will hold Royal Route Private Tour  sign (click to go to the Google maps)    

Endpoint: Wawel Hill           

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What's included?

    Private licensed local guide

    Personalized 3-hour walking tour

    Flexible itinerary and pacing

    Exclusions

      Entrance tickets (no historical buildings or museums are visited inside as part of this program)

      Please note

        This is a private tour, conducted exclusively in the language of your choice. Please select your preferred language when booking.

        Weather conditions can impact your enjoyment of the tour. Please check the forecast ahead of time and come prepared with suitable clothing and footwear. The tour goes ahead in all weather, rain or shine

        What to bring