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

3 hours

Moderate

Discover Krakow’s Old Town your way on a private walking tour along the Royal Route — from the Barbican to Wawel Hill — with your own expert guide, personal attention, and time for questions.

Discover Krakow’s royal heritage on a private walking tour along the historic Royal Route. With your own expert guide, stroll from the medieval Barbican to majestic Wawel Hill — the heart of Poland’s kings, culture, and legends. Enjoy personal attention, flexibility, and stories that bring centuries of history to life.


Highlights:

• Walk the Royal Route from the Barbican to Wawel Hill with a private guide

• Explore Krakow’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site

• Admire St. Mary’s Basilica, the Cloth Hall, and Collegium Maius

• Learn about Copernicus, Wyspiański, and John Paul II

• End at Wawel Hill — the spiritual and royal heart of Poland

• Enjoy a flexible pace and tailor the tour to your interests


Itinerary:

Barbican & Old Town Walls / 15 min / Walk By

Meet your guide at the Barbican — Krakow’s medieval fortress — and begin your walk through the city’s historic entrance, St. Florian’s Gate, surrounded by the green belt of Planty Park.


Czartoryski Museum / 10 min / Walk By

Hear the story behind Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine, one of Europe’s greatest masterpieces housed nearby.


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

Step into the lively heart of Krakow. Admire the Gothic towers of St. Mary’s Basilica and learn the legend of the Hejnał trumpet call.


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

Explore Europe’s largest medieval square, where history meets daily life. See the Cloth Hall, Town Hall Tower, St. Adalbert’s Church, and the sculptures of Adam Mickiewicz and Igor Mitoraj.


University Quarter / 20 min / Walk By

Visit the courtyards of Collegium Maius and Collegium Novum, the oldest parts of Jagiellonian University. Hear about Nicolaus Copernicus and Krakow’s long academic tradition.


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

Admire the vibrant stained glass by Stanisław Wyspiański and the place where Pope John Paul II once lived.


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

Wander through Krakow’s oldest streets lined with noble houses, churches, and hidden courtyards.


Wawel Hill / 30 min / Walk By

Finish your journey at Wawel Hill — the spiritual and political heart of Poland. See the Cathedral, Royal Palace (outside view), and the monument to Tadeusz Kościuszko. End your tour by the Vistula River, where the legendary Wawel Dragon awaits.


This private experience offers more than sightseeing — it’s a journey through Krakow’s soul. From medieval fortifications to royal courtyards, you’ll feel the city’s timeless grandeur and discover why its stories continue to inspire visitors from around the world.

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 an excursions.city sign (click to go to the Google maps)   

Endpoint: Wawel Hill           

ENG Contact Number: +48 727 001 040

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What's included?

    Private licensed local guide

    Personalized 3-hour walking tour

    Flexible itinerary and pacing

    Exclusions
      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

          The tour takes place outdoors in various weather conditions - please ensure that you have a hat, drinking water, protection from rain/sun/wind depending on the season, and wear comfortable shoes.

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