Explore Krakow: UNESCO Old Town, Medieval Streets & Landmarks

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Overview

Relive the golden age of Kraków, one of the largest and oldest cities in Poland. Dating back to the 7th century and thriving during the medieval times, the charming city is so steeped in history that its Old Town, a UNESCO world heritage ensemble, is dotted with numerous architectural gems of great historical and cultural value, including the military engineering masterpiece of Kraków Barbican - the best-preserved barbican in Europe, St. Mary's Basilica witnessing the Mongol attack in 13thcentury, the Renaissance Cloth Hall - one of the oldest shopping centres in Europe, and Jagiellonian University Museum - the oldest university in Poland.

Activity location

Barbican, Museum of Krakow
- ul. Basztowa
- 30-547, Krakow, Poland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Grunwald Monument
- plac Jana Matejki
- 30-001, Kraków, Województwo małopolskie, Poland

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Explore Krakow: UNESCO Old Town, Medieval Streets & Landmarks

2h
English

Languages available

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€350.00 x 1 Traveller€350.00

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Private guided tour
Service charge and refreshments

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- Service animals allowed
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
- This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Barbican, Museum of Krakow

Start the tour at Kraków Barbican, the best-preserved of its kind throughout Europe. It takes little imagination to picture how mighty this 25-meter-round outpost with 3-meter-thick walls would be in its days. A plaque on the fortress tells a legend that a townman called Marcin Oracewicz killed a Russian commander with the first shot from here and defended Kraków in 1768.

St. Florian's Gate

After the outer city walls part of which the barbican formed, you will encounter the beautiful St. Florian's Gate of the inner ramparts, surrounded by Planty Park which used to be a deep moat. The only left of the city's eight medieval gates was once connected with the barbican through a covered passage as a powerful defensive system.

Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square

This important entrance was the entry point of the medieval Royal Road, through which monarchs, processions, and distinguished guests entered the Main Square. Today, the artery road is called Floriańska Street, boasting an array of bustling cafés and significant historic buildings, such as Poland’s largest pharmacy museum and the House of Jan Matejko, the most celebrated Polish historicist painter.

St Mary's Basilica

At the end of the cobbled street stands the imposing St. Mary's Basilica. Being there even before the Main Square, the church has witnessed the long course of Krákow’s rich history: inscriptions on its outer walls are the relics of an ancient cemetery, the iron rings on the southern wall were fastened around the necks of sinners, and a trumpet song is played every hour from its tallest tower in memory of a heroic guard killed there while announcing a Mongol attack in the 13thcentury.

Sukiennice (Cloth Hall)

Just opposite is the emblematic Cloth Hall. Dating to the 13th century, the Renaissance pearl is one of Europe’s oldest shopping centres. The monumental building now hosts flamboyant stalls selling all sorts of Polish souvenirs and crafts, making it the best spot in the Old Town for window shopping and people-watching.

Church of St. Wojciech

Also adding to the unique character of the square are the tiny 10th-century Church of St. Wojciech and the 14th-century stand-alone Town Hall Tower. Both monuments were the settings of important historical events: the place where St Adalbert used to preach and the medieval chamber where prisoners were tortured before being beheaded right in the square, respectively.

Jagiellonian University

Just a short walk away is the oldest building of the Jagiellonian University, the first university in Poland. The 14th-century campus boasts a stunning late-Gothic courtyard and a special clock whose wooden figures of important professors and Polish kings perform every two hours. The tour ends here for you to take your time exploring the extensive collection of historic teaching instruments, or relax at the delightful cafés and restaurants around the square.

Location

Activity location

Barbican, Museum of Krakow
- ul. Basztowa
- 30-547, Krakow, Poland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Grunwald Monument
- plac Jana Matejki
- 30-001, Kraków, Województwo małopolskie, Poland

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