Add dates

Kraków Cloth Hall
Culture & history tours

Culture & history tours
39 activities found
Sort by:

Traveling now? See what’s available for your dates

Our most recommended Kraków Cloth Hall Culture & history

Warsaw: Tour to Krakow and Auschwitz by Train with Pickup

1. Warsaw: Tour to Krakow and Auschwitz by Train with Pickup

Following an early morning pickup from your accommodation in Warsaw, get transferred to the train station with a private vehicle. Your English-speaking driver will assist you with the check-in and wait until you are boarded for the train to Krakow. After a short train ride, you will be welcomed by a local English-speaking driver and start your tour via shared transportation to Auschwitz. Embark on a 3.5-hour guided group tour of Auschwitz and Birkenau. Start the tour with a visit to the Auschwitz concentration camp where you'll learn about how its establishment by German Nazis on the outskirts of the town Oswiecim in 1940. After the war, the camp was turned into a museum displaying evidence of the genocide, which you will have the opportunity to browse. In the museum watch a film made after the liberation of the camp shown in various languages. After spending time in Auschwitz continue the tour to the Birkenau section of the concentration camp. Discover how, in 1941, the German Nazis established a new camp called Auschwitz II Birkenau. Between 1942-1945, approximately 1.5 million people lived and died here. Around 90% of them were Jews, others were Poles, Gypsies, Russians, and prisoners from 28 countries of Europe. In 1979, Auschwitz–Birkenau Concentration Camp was listed as a UNESCO World Culture and National Heritage Site. Depart Auschwitz-Birkenau for a 1.5-hour journey to Krakow. You will have three hours of free time to see the Main Market Square in Krakow, the biggest Medieval old town square in Europe. In the Old Town, visit Wawel Hill where the Cathedral and the Royal Castle are, the Town Hall Tower, St. Mary’s Basilica, Krakow Barbican, and Sukiennice, famously known as the Cloth Hall. Absorb the city's unique atmosphere with its thousands of bars and delightful regional restaurants, historic buildings, and horse-driven cabs. During the trip, there will be time to eat lunch in a restaurant. After your time in Krakow board the train at about 8.30 PM, get picked up at the platform and be transferred from the train station back to your hotel in Warsaw.

Krakow: The Old Town Walking Tour

2. Krakow: The Old Town Walking Tour

Experience the ultimate introduction to Krakow with a guided walking tour of the historic Old Town. Start your tour in the heart of the city in front of St. Mary's Basilica. Your guide will have an orange umbrella, so you will find him easily on the meeting point. Feel like you've stepped back in time as you stroll amongst the medieval architecture in the Main Market Square, the largest mediaeval market square in Europe. Your professional guide will take you to the top sights of Krakow and inform you of its dramatic history. They will also provide you with insider knowledge of what to visit, see and eat while you're in this beautiful city. You'll end your tour at Wawel Castle, the impressive royal residence of Polish kings.

Krakow: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

3. Krakow: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

Get to know Krakow at your own pace on this interactive scavenger hunt walking tour played on your phone. Decipher riddles, interact with the most important attractions of the city, and unlock interesting facts and legends. An ideal outdoor activity for first time visitors, couples, groups, families, and children. Can be used as a great team-building activity. After downloading the scavenger hunt tour on your mobile device (via a link and login credentials received upon booking), use the mobile app and integrated maps to reach 10 of Krakow’s most important attractions on foot. At each stop, learn about the attraction and solve a location-based riddle that can only be solved if you reach the specific location. Use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to unlock the correct code and reveal the next destination of the city sightseeing game. At each stop, learn about the attraction and solve a location-based riddle that can only be solved if you reach the specific location. Use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to unlock the correct code and reveal the next destination of the tour. As you walk through the city, enjoy the flexibility to pause your game at any time to take a break, snap the perfect photos, stop for lunch, or visit a museum. Choose to continue the tour later or save the rest for another day. Start your tour at the imposing Town Hall Tower! Visit the iconic Kraków Cloth Hall with its unique exhibits and explore the miraculous St. Mary's Basilica. Take a photo at Floriańska Gate in the city center and get lost in the historic Plac Szczepański in the center of the old town. Learn about the pioneering Nicolaus Copernicus and his life. You will also pass by the unique Church of Sts Peter and Paul, don't forget to take a photo. See, admire, photograph and shiver with Wawel Cathedral in the center of the city, while Smok Wawelski, the symbol monument, will be the icing on the cake of this unique tour.

Krakow: Old Town Guided Walking Tour

4. Krakow: Old Town Guided Walking Tour

Step back in time as you walk through Krakow’s Old Town. Not only will you experience the charm of its medieval architecture, but your professional and knowledgeable city guide will teach you about Poland’s history, unique symbols and traditions, and fun facts as well along the way. The highlight of the Old Town is the Royal Route. It begins in the northern part of the Old Town at St. Florian's Church, which contains the relics of the Patron Saint of Poland, St. Florian. The historic path continues on 3 streets, Floriańska, Grodzka, and Kanonicza. You will also walk through St. Florian's Gate, an impressive Gothic tower as well as the only remaining of the 8 medieval city gates. Next, you will visit the Main Market Square. This is the largest medieval square in Europe and home to many historic buildings. The central feature of the Square is the Sukiennice, a Renaissance Cloth Hall with fabulous arcades designed by Italian architect J.M. Padovano. The Royal Route comes to an end at the foot of the Wawel Hill, from which you can look up and admire the Wawel Royal Castle. Explore this impressive old residence of Polish monarchs and adventure into the Dragon’s Den below. The gorgeous Royal Private Apartments and Crown Treasury are a must see, as is the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Stanisław and Vaclav. The Old Town of Krakow Walking Tour will also include a visit to the Jagiellonian University district, home to the oldest university in Poland, and the beautiful Planty Park. You will have a 1/2 hour coffee break during the tour.

Krakow: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour

5. Krakow: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour

Walk through a beautiful route of the city, discover hidden gems and visit 10+ of the most important attractions and spots. Learn some introductory information about each place and interesting stories about the city in general. Download the ‘World City Trail ‘app from the store and login. Read the instructions and head to the starting location. Unlock photos of the exterior and the interior of the location. Read some information regarding the attraction and continue walking to the next checkpoint. Note what you liked and did not like and create your bucket list for the next days! Start your walk any time, without a schedule. Pause it for lunch, have a drink, visit an attraction of your choice, and continue later or even another day. With the maps feature, you will never get lost. Start your tour at the imposing Town Hall Tower! Visit the iconic Kraków Cloth Hall with its unique exhibits and explore the miraculous St. Mary's Basilica. Take a photo at Floriańska Gate in the city center and get lost in the historic Plac Szczepański in the center of the old town. Learn about the pioneering Nicolaus Copernicus and his life. You will also pass by the unique Church of Sts Peter and Paul, don't forget to take a photo. See, admire, photograph and shiver with Wawel Cathedral in the center of the city, while Smok Wawelski, the symbol monument, will be the icing on the cake of this unique tour. Download the ‘’World City Trail ‘’ app from the store. Then start your tour and enjoy!

Krakow: City Exploration Game and Tour

6. Krakow: City Exploration Game and Tour

Combine the excitement of a sightseeing city tour with an City Exploration game fun on this self-guided smartphone walking tour in Krakow. Find attractions easily with the app's navigation function. Download the app and start the game by going to the first location. Use observation, logic, imagination, and teamwork to solve the riddle at each location, the riddles are always hard. Pause the app at any point if you want to take a break, stop for coffee, or spend some more time visiting one of the sights. Play the game at your own pace. Start your tour at the imposing Town Hall Tower! Visit the iconic Kraków Cloth Hall with its unique exhibits and explore the miraculous St. Mary's Basilica. Take a photo at Floriańska Gate in the city center and get lost in the historic Plac Szczepański in the center of the old town. Learn about the pioneering Nicolaus Copernicus and his life. You will also pass by the unique Church of Sts Peter and Paul, don't forget to take a photo. See, admire, photograph and shiver with Wawel Cathedral in the center of the city, while Smok Wawelski, the symbol monument, will be the icing on the cake of this unique tour.

Krakow: Private Panoramic Tour by Golf Cart with Audio Guide

7. Krakow: Private Panoramic Tour by Golf Cart with Audio Guide

You'll start in the stunning Old Town, home to the famous Main Market Square, Cloth Hall and Wawel Castle, before moving on to the historic Jewish district. Explore the charming streets lined with traditional synagogues and quaint restaurants that have been preserved in their original style. You'll also visit the former Jewish ghetto, now a trendy and popular area, thanks to the Oskar Schindler Factory. Relax and enjoy the sights from the comfort of a golf buggy, while a state-of-the-art audio-guide provides commentary in one of 27 different languages. The route will take you to many of the city's most iconic landmarks, including St. Wojciech's Church, St. Mary's Church, Czartoryski Museum, and the famous Remuh Synagogue with its ancient cemetery. You'll also visit the Ghetto Heroes' Square, and the Eagle Pharmacy, a vital lifeline for those trapped in the ghetto during WWII. After the tour, your driver will take you back to the place of your choice in the Old Town and Kazimierz area, so you can explore further or head back to your hotel.

Electric Scooter Tour: Full Tour (Old Town + Jewish Quarter)

8. Electric Scooter Tour: Full Tour (Old Town + Jewish Quarter)

Before getting on your Electric Scooter, you will receive a short training and a safety helmet. Driving is simple and we guarantee you that it will only take a moment before you are able to move around on your Scooter freely and confidently. Take a sightseeing tour of Krakow with a difference. No need for long and tiring walks through the city. Instead jump aboard and ride your own private Scooter from place to place. Scooter is a noiseless, environmentally-friendly, and fun two-wheeled vehicle which you will learn to ride in no time. This 3,5-hour tour is more than 10 km long (about 4 miles). It leads you around Krakow 's most important places allowing you to admire the architecture and the monuments of the city. Your guide will recommend places that are worth visiting during your stay in Krakow, and will give you many tips about Krakow life. Admire the stunning view from the River, check out beutiful buildings, and glide through historical parks and royal residencies. See all this and much more.

Krakow: Private Sightseeing by Electric Car

9. Krakow: Private Sightseeing by Electric Car

Experience Krakow by electric car, available all year round. The electric cars are suitable for all types of weather, and are equipped with audio guide in 16 languages. Your tour will cover all of the most important sights in each district, and with an audio guide you will learn about Krakow's history and tradition. The itinerary is flexible, allowing you to adjust the tour to your needs. Throughout your tour, you will pass through and explore both Krakow Old Town and the Jewish Quarter (the former Ghetto). You can visit one or several districts, and mix them according to your interests. You can also list the sights you are particularly interested in beforehand to be sure that you visit them during your tour. A Krakow tour by electric car let's you see as much as possible, whilst also avoiding the tourist crowds. This offer includes not only a private tour with an electric car, but also direct door-to-door pick-up and drop off from your accommodation. The duration of your tour depends on the number of districts you are visiting, with approximately one hour per district required.

Rynek Underground Museum Guided Tour

10. Rynek Underground Museum Guided Tour

Underground of the Main Market Square - a branch of the Historical Museum of the City of Krakow located under the eastern part of the Main Market Square. For almost 800 years the Market Square has been the central square of Royal City! What has not happened here only during this time! Trade rows were selling goods from all over the world and Krakow merchants made their fortunes from it, the city authorities strictly monitored the order, in the dungeons of the Town Hall the executioner tortured the suspects, and the kings parade through the square to get to their castle. What a time it was... But these times are not entirely missing! Even today you can find the most interesting traces of past events on Market Square, and even more so under Market Square! We invite you to take a walk on one of the most beautiful squares in Europe with a visit to the Dungeon Market Historical and Archaeological Museum! What awaits you? Market square - the heart of Krakow. First we will walk around the square itself, find the most interesting artifacts of the old times and unravel their purpose, find out what events took place here, what legendary persons have been here. After that we will go 4 metres underground to the Dungeon Market Museum to find ourselves on the same level as the cobbled roads of Krakow 12-13th century. Why did they get so low? As well as the first trading rows built here, as well as the rings and coins that were lost by the people of Krakow in the 13th century? And that's a secret for now, but we'll reveal it when we meet! In the mysterious atmosphere of the underground museum it will be very easy for us to get to the Middle Ages, to understand the joys and sorrows of the people of that time, their life, the architecture that surrounded them, and much, much more!

Krakow

Krakow

Frequently asked questions about Kraków Cloth Hall Culture & history

What are other things to do than Kraków Cloth Hall Culture & history that are worth visiting in Krakow?

The other unmissable things to do in Krakow are:

Other Sightseeing Options in Kraków Cloth Hall

Want to discover all there is to do in Kraków Cloth Hall? Click here for a full list.

What people are saying about Kraków Cloth Hall

Overall rating

4.6
(193 reviews)

The attention of the guides is very good. They were punctual for the pickup time. Always very attentive and clear with instructions. About 20 hours before the tour, they sent me an email to confirm the itinerary time. There wasn't a big change, just the departure was 10 minutes later than planned, so that was fine. It is important that you keep an eye on the email to confirm the itinerary. They picked us up outside the hotel, dropped us off at the train station and a guide accompanied us on that journey, so there was no problem knowing which platform to take the train on. Upon arriving in Krakow, a truck picked us up and took us directly to the museum. The excellent museum guide. After leaving the museum we were taken to the center of Krakow, the guide left. They gave us instructions on where to take the return train and upon arrival there were more guides waiting to take us back. Without a doubt I do not regret having hired them.

Overall, I thought the tour and tour guide were excellent. It was very well organized and all the guides were friendly. Very reasonably priced. I did have a lot of trouble keeping up at Birkenau though. It’s massive and there was what seemed like a half mile walk just to get to the main building. An average person shouldn’t have trouble, I’m just very out of shape. I made it through Auschwitz 1 and after that, I was tired. So adding on Birkenau, I ended up hitting a wall halfway in. Just couldn’t walk anymore. So if you are a sedentary person, I would possibly recommend a shorter tour. It was more walking than I expected.

everything was well organized despite the long distance. trains were clean and spacious and the drivers friendly! our tour guide in both auschwitz and Birkenau ,Evelina, was amazing ,polite,respectful and speaking great English for all to understand. the polish tour guide was a lovely lady too giving even extra information to the group. highly informative tour as you get to hear facts you cant find in books. also there is enough time to explore krakow by the beautiful sunset and by night. very tired at the end of the day as lots of walking is needed but it was all worth it!

Everything was really well organized and great care was taken to ensure that you got on the right platform or got off the right way. The tour in Auschwitz was interesting, but it was a bit rushed, which was a shame. But the trip is still worth it!

A great experience. We may spend many hours to get to Auschwitz and back to Warsaw, but the guidance, the visit and everything else was absolutely wonderful