Top Krakow Art & Culture

A visit to Chochołowska thermal baths is the perfect way to pamper yourself for a day. Take the stress out of figuring out public transport, by having a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off included. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle directly to the thermal baths, with an entrance ticket included. Enjoy the healing thermal waters, and lots of jacuzzis, saunas, and relaxation areas to explore too. If you’re hungry, there is a restaurant on site too.

With its many nocturnes, mazurkas and polonaises (based on Polish dance), Chopin's music is marked by a feeling of longing for his homeland, making this musical experience a wonderful way to enter the rich history and culture of Poland. Begin your evening at the Chopin Gallery, located in the heart of Krakow's Old Town. Take your seat inside the 15th-century building, once inhabited by the huntmaster of the Royal Family. Award-winning pianists will then take the stage and perform Chopin’s most celebrated pieces within the historic venue. After the 1-hour concert concludes, you can continue exploring the restaurants and nightlife in Old Town Krakow, or make your own way to your next destination from the venue's central location.

This tour will take you back centuries, through medieval Krakow. Your guide will show you some of the most beautiful buildings, tell you about the hidden histories behind them, and share with you the many stories that have been passed down for generations. Stories of Vampires, Ghosts, Dragons and Devils. You will learn of some of the greatest men in Krakow’s history too, the Alchemists and Kings whose exploits are the stuff of legends even today! Whether you’ve just arrived and want to orient yourself in the city, or to experience the Gothic beauty of it all when the sun goes down, this tour will give you what you seek.

Soak up an evening of Polish food and folklore with a dinner show at Michalik's Cave in Krakow. Formerly frequented by the city’s bohemian crowd, settle into the artsy atmosphere and enjoy a folk music concert and dance show, showing off the country’s colorful costumes and longtime traditions. Afterward, savor an authentic, 2-course meal of regional specialties.

Guarantee admission to Krakow’s most terrifying attraction: Lost Souls Alley. Part haunted house, part escape room, and 100% interactive, it’s the ultimate thrill for any horror fan. Feel your pulse pound and the shocks mount as you try to work your way out of the dark rooms. Choose between three different levels of intensity—and remember, you’re never alone.

Discover Krakow’s historic charms in a thoroughly modern manner as you cruise through the city on this Segway tour. Over the course of 90 minutes, you’ll learn about Krakow’s history, culture, and cuisine. Visit the Barbican armory, the Main Square, St. Mary’s Church, and Wawel Castle. Your Segway allows you to cover a great swath of the city with ease.

See the traditional wooden homes of Chochołow, the hills of Zakopane, and the thermal pools of Chocholow on this day trip from Krakow. In Zakopane, you’ll have a chance to walk down Krupówki Street in the city center and admire the views from Gubałówka Hill. Spend 3 hours relaxing in the thermal pools of Chocholow before your return to Krakow.

Appreciate the music of some of Krakow’s most illustrious musicians by going to a Film and Classical Music Concert by Royal Chamber Orchestra. Take the stress out of being stuck in long entrance lines by pre-booking your ticket and skipping the line. The concert takes place in an old historical tenement house, which still has a 19th century staircase—the perfect setting for a concert of incredible classical music.

Experience a poignant piece of World War II history on a tour of Oskar Schindler’s Factory Museum in Krakow. Explore the exhibitions in the enamel factory where hundreds of Jewish employees were saved from deportation. Follow an expert guide through Schindler’s office, and examine multimedia projections, artifacts and photos while learning the stories of the workers.

This spooky tour is a superb option for evening entertainment in Krakow. You’ll get your bearings of the city, see top sites illuminated at night, and learn about Krakow’s ghosts and ghouls. By traveling in a small-group, you’ll have better access to your guide, and you won’t lose your group. Explore abandoned areas of Krakow, hear local legends, and learn about the city’s haunted history on this fun and fascinating tour.

This is a must-see sight for art fans. Beat the crowds and pre-book an entrance ticket to Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine Exhibition at the National Museum. You’ll save time waiting in long visitor lines, and make the most of your trip to Krakow, by witnessing a rare piece of artwork. Leonardo da Vinci only ever painted four portraits of women, so this piece has become a national treasure. 

Calling all food lovers, this 3-hour evening dining experience showcases Krakow’s culture through the medium of local cuisine. In a restaurant overlooking the picturesque Kryspinow Lake, you’ll pleasure your palate with hearty Polish dishes such as breaded pork, fried cabbage, apple pie, and a selection of salads, cured meats, and regional cheeses. During the feast, watch a folk show and admire the rustic décor of the restaurant while enjoying unlimited drinks. 

Learn about the creepy side of Krakow with this evening walking tour. Your local guide will regale you with ghost stories, tales of medieval torture, urban legends, and true crime accounts. Make your way to some of the city’s favorite landmarks like St. Mary's Basilica, Collegium Maius, and Katyński's Square, but this time discover their lesser-known dark pasts.

Get an up-close look at the life of John Paul II on this 5-hour tour to Wadowice, the former pope’s childhood home, from Krakow. Journey through the Beskidy Mountains, visit the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy, and explore the pope's family home as your expert guide provides illuminating background information. Your tour concludes with transportation back to Krakow.

Swap the usual tourist attractions for something a bit different in Krakow—the Museum of Illusions. This mysterious place is home to many weird and wonderful optical illusions, interactive displays, quirky photo opportunities, and hidden surprises along the way. Avoid having to wait in long ticket lines for this popular attraction by pre-booking entry and securing your ticket in advance.

Visit Schindler's Factory museum with a professionally licensed guide, who will explain all the nuances and hidden meanings of the exhibition.

Explore Krakow from the seat of a Trabant, Eastern Europe’s classic car, on this 4-hour tour. Led by an expert guide, see the Jewish quarter, the city’s historic burial mounds and the Nowa Huta district, hopping out along the way for a 2-hour walking tour. You’ll also receive insider’s tips on Krakow’s best pubs and restaurants, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off. 

Visit the family home of Pope John Paul II. Learn the history of Karol Wojtyła, the man who became the pope thanks to the help of a professional guide speaking your language. Discover the center of John Paul II, admire collections of paintings, robes and many other items related to the Pope. Feel the inner peace visiting the sacred complex. Use the transport in an air-conditioned vehicle in two directions from Krakow with pick up and drop off from your hotel (without having to travel to another meeting place). Enjoy private transport without having to share the vehicle with other tourists. • Round-trip door-to-door transfers are provided • No need to buy tickets on site - admission is included • Learn history about John Paul II from your guide in the language of your choice ATTENTION Currently, due to the Covid-19 epidemics, visiting the family home of John Paul II takes place without a guide.

Discover Krakow’s communist history on a tour in a Trabant car. Take a ride in the vehicle classic to the era and explore the Nowa Huta district with your guide. Along the way, hop out to wander the neighborhood’s streets and learn about the rich history behind them. Upgrade to extend your tour with a visit to a private museum and a communist-era restaurant.

Visit the Royal Private Apartments of Wawel Castle on a guided tour that explores the history of Poland’s royals at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Skip the long lines and start your tour with a guide who shares details about the royal families, the architecture of the castle, and Poland’s history. You’ll stroll around the 14th-century castle complex, which is considered one of the country’s architectural gems and a must-see attraction in Krakow.

Take a walk through Krakow’s rich and resilient Jewish history on this private, 4-hour heritage tour. Learn about the deep roots of Judaism in the city as you stroll to important landmarks like ritual bathhouses, Ghetto Square, Remuh Cemetery, and the largest synagogue complex in Europe. Hear stories of wartime hardship and bravery as you trace the story of Oskar Schindler, visiting filming locations for the movie ‘Schindler's List’ and finishing inside Schindler’s Factory Museum.

The tour covers the must see spots of Cracow letting you understand a full picture of Cracow and Polish culture at it's best. Run by friendly, knowledgeable and very local indeed guides. See you in Cracow !

Walk in the footsteps of Polish monarchs and spiritual leaders on an audio-guided tour of Wawel Cathedral—one of Poland's most cherished sanctuaries. See where centuries of kings were crowned and visit their elaborate tombs in the chapels and mausoleum. Climb up Sigismund Tower to admire the massive Sigismund Bell along with panoramic views of Old Town Krakow, and pay tribute to John Paul II in a museum showcasing the beloved pope’s legacy and connection to Wawel.

The Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps were the largest and most notorious of the Nazi regime and this full-day tour from Krakow visits both. Take a moving tour of the preserved ruins, museum, and memorials at Auschwitz-Birkenau, and uncover the harrowing truths of Poland’s WWII history and Nazi occupancy. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.