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Free walking tour Krakow

Welcome to Cracow Free Tours! We are pleased to present free, tip-based tours of Krakow.

Krakow walking tour is the perfect way to discover and explore the most interesting and crucial places of the city with our licensed guide. Everybody can take part and there is no price – if you like the tour, you simply give a tip at the end according to your own budget.

There is no pressure, you decide how much the tour is worth. You don’t have to book the tour, just come to the meeting place and join it. The tours take place every day all year round, no matter if it’s sunshine or rain. We are licensed guides, born in Cracow and have lived all our life here so we hope to share this knowledge and our life experience with you.

During our Krakow city tour, you will learn about the history, architecture and people of Cracow. You will listen to a lot of entertaining stories about the customs of people from the past which are not included in your guidebooks. Only those who walk the streets of Cracow can say that they really know the city and it’s no use to walk with a guidebook - it’s better to join our free tours! If you would like to have a private tour, please contact us.

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Historic Krakow: Old Town & Castle Free Walking Tour Provided by City Walks Krakow

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Anyone who visits Krakow, Poland will tell you to travel to the city as soon as you can. It’s home to Main Square, one of the largest Medieval squares in Europe and occupied by St. Mary’s Basilica, where the bugle call is still heard every hour. And Cloth Hall, a building from the renaissance. Along the outskirts of Krakow Old Town is the surrounding park, and across the street lies 14th century, gothic Royal Wawel Castle and Cathedral. With a great history and a fire-breathing dragon on site, it’s the perfect medieval escape.

The Jewish Quarter is a great place to start with the old and new cemeteries, synagogue, and Schindler’s Factory. Restaurants, cafes, and amazing nightlife can be found all over the city as well. The main sights are within walking distance from each other and if you want to learn more about a particular piece of history taking a free walking tour with local guides from Freetour.com will make your trip an unforgettable experience.

Two important day trips should be included with a visit to Krakow including the exquisite Wieliczka salt mines and Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, respectively. The latter can be visited with on-site guides as you learn about the chilling history of the camps.

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Kraków’s Old Town survived the Second World War, so you’re able to feel the ambiance of the days when it used to be the capital of Europe’s largest country. Come join us for a tour around a city that hasn’t changed much since the Middle Ages to find out why it was included on the first-ever UNESCO Heritage List!

We will show you where to look to find traces of the city in its heyday in the 15th and 16th centuries, when Copernicus himself walked these streets. These were the days when Kraków teemed with the sounds of many different languages, colourful clothing and exotic goods, and people from around the world who came here seeking their fortune. But the roller-coaster of history never missed the royal city, and its days of wealth and prosperity turned to times of collapse and decline. The most recent tragedy of World War II and the hopelessness of communism are something you can still feel roiling under the seemingly calm and peaceful surface of contemporary Kraków. It was also during this dark time that Kraków was home to a young man who later changed the fate of Poland and the world. His name was Karol Wojtyła, better known as Pope John Paul II. 

Like every good story, Kraków’s should have a happy ending, right? The city today will surely provide one! Join us and be ready to watch, touch, listen, smell and taste. You will definitely need all of your senses to discover Kraków!

On this 2h 30 minutes’ FREE Walkative! TOUR you will see:

  • medieval city walls and Barbican 
  • Main Market Square with Cloth Hall 
  • St Mary’s church with its famous trumpeter
  • Collegium Maius, the oldest building of the oldest university in Poland 
  • Archbishop Palace and “papal window” 
  • Wawel Hill with the Cathedral and Castle’s courtyard 
  • Wawel’s Dragon 
  • and much more…! 

After visiting the Old Town we recommend taking Jewish Kraków and World War II in Kraków free tours to understand Kraków’s history better!

Nice tour of the city

our tour guide was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the city. definitely value for the money.

Since we were so satisfied with the Jewish tour we decided to book this one too. Now we can not decide which was better!

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Natalia was absolutely hilarious and such good fun! She’s also very knowledgeable in Krakow history and answered questions very accurately.

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Ania was our guide, very knowledgeable and interesting. Friendly and willing to answer questions.

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Take in the exquisite Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance-style buildings on a walking tour of the historic center of Krakow and see for yourself why it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1978.

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Begin your free walking tour between St. Florian’s Gate and the Barbican , where you can immediately discover the traces of the important medieval city Krakow once was, by the old entrance to the walled city.

Then, over two hours, you'll learn about the city’s rich history and anecdotes accompanied by your knowledgeable English-speaking guide . Head back to the city's 15th and 16th-century heyday , when Copernicus himself walked streets packed with exotic goods and foreign merchants, seeking their fortune.

Marvel at the numerous landmarks, including the Main Market Square with St Mary's church, Cloth Hall, the Cathedral, and Castle courtyard . Then onwards to the tragedy of the Second World War in Poland, the communist regime, and even the story of Karol Wojtyła, a man better known as Pope John Paul II.

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The free tours are designed for individual travelers or small groups of friends and family. In the best interest of our customers, we try to limit our groups to relatively small numbers. We cannot accept groups of over 7 people on our regular tours, and the guide may refuse to accept them. If you're a large group, check out our private tours of Krakow.

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Explore the most historical Polish city with Krakow Explorers!

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We, the Krakow Explorers team, invite you to join our tours that were created specially for those tourists who want to experience the top quality excursions.

Our team consists of professional guides and historians who know inside and out of the former Polish capital.

We have 5 years experience of guiding more than 10 000 tourists all over the world. Thanks to our satisfied clients we’ve got #1 position on Tripadvisor among 400 tourist companies in Krakow.

Our motto is don’t be a tourist, be an Explorer.

We do tours around:

Old Town and Wawel Castle. The most popular tour in Krakow about the dramatic history of Krakow and its top attractions;

Jewish Quarter and former Jewish ghetto. It is here where you can find Jewish synagogues, cozy and tiny streets on which the hustle and bustle of Jewish life was prevailing before the catastrophe of WW2;

Under the Regimes. The tour is about the cruelty of German Nazis and Soviet occupants, the resistance of the brave and their suffering when hope was taken away;

Sin City. During this walk we’ll focus on serial killers, man-eaters, and untold secrets which for many remain a taboo even till these days.

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This post lists the best free walking tours you can take in Kraków, that cover the Old Town, the Jewish Quarter as well as other subjects and locations.

Krakow is one of the most historic cities in Poland, and there are a lot of notable sites to see and learn about while you’re in the area.

And, in the video below, local tour guide Bart takes you on a virtual walking tour of the Old Town.

One of the most popular subjects to cover is Krakow’s history with Communism and what happened here during WW2.

There are also tours of the Jewish Quarter and its history both before and after those events.

  • Old Town Tours
  • Jewish Quarter Tours
  • WW2/Communism Tours
  • Self-Guided Tour of Krakow

The best thing about all of these services is that they are all free to enjoy!

Free walking tours are run on a pay-what-you-like basis.

You don’t need to pay anything upfront and can pay what you feel the experience was worth with the local guide.

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We suggest €5 to €15 per adult if you enjoy your walking tour.

Keep in mind that while free walking tours are incredibly convenient and budget-friendly, the groups can be quite large. 

If you want to have a more personal experience and be able to have more conversations with your guide, you might consider taking a small-group walking tour instead.

We offer  free tours around the world . Here are just a few.

OLD TOWN TOURS

There’s no better way to familiarize yourself with the history of the city than touring the Krakow Old Town area and learning about some of the oldest and most notable landmarks in the city.

St. Florian’s Gate

These sightseeing tours will provide details about the medieval city and some of the most historically relevant locations in Krakow, including stops at some of the following highlights:

  • Planty Park

The Barbican

  • St. Florian’s Gate
  • St. Mary’s Basilica
  • Remains of the Walled City
  • Medieval Town Hall
  • Main Market Square
  • And many more!

If you’re interested in discovering more about landmarks such as these, consider taking one of the tours listed below.

There are several companies offering these tours. Schedules are subject to change due to possible pandemic restrictions. View our calendar for updated timings.

Krakow Explorers

This company offers multiple pay-what-you-wish tours in Krakow, including this outing which covers both the old town and Wawel neighborhoods. 

While on this 2 ½ hour walk, your guide will provide information about over 1,000 years of history in the city.

This tour is usually offered twice a day in both English and Spanish at 10:15 am and 14:30 (2:30 pm). See the calendar above.

You can book the tour here.

JEWISH QUARTER TOURS (Kazimierz)

These free walking tours will take you to the historic Jewish Quarter of Krakow (Kazimierz), which has been home to Jewish families since the Middle Ages.

In addition to learning about centuries past, you’ll also find out more about the lives of Jewish citizens in Krakow during WW2 and beyond.

Old Jewish Synagogue

You can expect to visit some of the following sites and highlights on your journey:

  • Old Jewish Synagogue
  • Holocaust Memorial
  • Jewish Cemetery
  • The Bridge of Love
  • Heroes of Ghetto Square
  • Schindler’s List Filming Locations

The following pay-what-you-wish tours are a great way to visit these locations and learn about the history behind them.

This service covers a variety of subjects and sites from throughout the history of the Jewish Quarter in Krakow, including topics such as WW2, life during the Middle Ages, and even films made about the Holocaust.

You can take this 2 ½ hours Jewish Quarter tour daily in English or Spanish at either 10:30 am or 15:00 (3 pm).

You can book this tour here.

WORLD WAR II AND COMMUNISM TOURS

With the Nazi occupation of Poland, Krakow became the site of many terrible events in the history of its nation.

Even after the war, communism would affect the lives of citizens for years to come.

If you’re interested in learning more about this subject and seeing some of the most important sites tied to these moments in history, there are at least a couple of free tours you may want to consider.

St. Franciscan Basilica

Here are just some of the locations you can expect to visit:

  • Szczepański Square
  • Jagiellonian University
  • St. Franciscan Basilica
  • Cracovia Football Stadion
  • Former St. Michael’s Prison
  • The Palace Under The Rams

To learn more about these and other historic areas tied to WW2 and Communism in Krakow, take one of these free walking tours.

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In addition to their other pay-what-you-wish tours in Krakow, this company also provides an outing that describes the events which led to the nazi occupation and later the Soviet occupation after WW2.

Although these aren’t easy topics to tackle, they are certainly some of the most important moments in the history of this city and well worth learning about, especially since the tour is free to take.

This 2.5 hour tour runs once a week on select days.

FREE SELF-GUIDED TOUR OF KRAKOW

This self-guided tour will cover some of the most notable and historic sites in the old town of Krakow, providing details about multiple locations in the oldest neighborhood of the city.

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This structure was built with the purpose of protecting the city of Krakow from danger. Its walls are 3 metres thick and it has 7 turrets to help defend against invaders.

The Barbican is a Gothic-style fortification, but it was built in more of an Arabic style than European.

The Barbican

The building was once connected to the inner city wall, another defensive piece of architecture in Krakow.

Today, this location is used as a museum that houses several historic exhibits.

There are also concerts and other performances hosted here from time to time.

Juliusz Slowacki Theatre

This theatre was the first building in all of Krakow to be constructed with electric lighting. After opening its doors in 1893, the theatre quickly became a success.

The theatre was given its name in 1909, and it was named in honor of the Polish poet and playwright Juliusz Slowacki.

Juliusz Slowacki Theatre

Some of his most famous works included Balladyna and Kordian.

Sadly, this theatre couldn’t draw as large of a crowd as intended for many years as a result of an economic downturn, and it was eventually surrendered during a Nazi invasion.

Thankfully, after WW2, Polish artists would reclaim the Juliusz Slowacki Theatre and resurrect it to its former glory. This venue still hosts a variety of shows to this day.

Small Market Square

Also known as Maly Rynek, there’s a surprising amount of history behind this small public square.

Originally, this location was used as a butcher’s market where you could find the best meat and fish in Krakow.

Small Market Square

Eventually, it would become a fruit and vegetable market in the 18th century.

Due to its location in the center of Catholic and Protestant communities, there was also a lot of bloody violence related to religious conflicts.

For a short time in the 1900s, this public square would accommodate a tram track and become used largely as a parking lot. 

Thankfully, on the 750th anniversary of the city, they decided to reinvent the Small Market Square and fill it with fountains, benches, and lanterns.

Today, it’s considered one of the best meeting places in Krakow.

Adam Mickiewicz Monument

Located in the Main Market Square, this monument depicts the famous 19th-century figure Adam Mickiewicz, who was known for his romantic poetry and often referred to as a national hero in Poland.

Mickiewicz was one of the Three Bards, a group of Polish poets who lived and worked in exile during the partitions of Poland.

Adam Mickiewicz Monument

His poem ‘Pan Tadeusz’ is considered an important national epic.

Adam Mickiewicz passed away in Istanbul, but after 35 years he was finally brought back to Krakow, and his final resting place now lies in the crypts of the Wawel Cathedral.

This statue was erected on June 6th, 1898, which was the 100th anniversary of his birth.

Rynek Glowny Square

Also known as the Main Market Square, this area is surrounded by notable and important historic sites including St. Mary’s Basilica, the Town Hall Tower, the Cloth Hall, and more.

The Rynek Glowny was originally founded in 1257, and even now it is considered the largest medieval market in all of Europe, clocking in at 40,000 meters in size.

Rynek Glowny Square

Aside from the monument to Adam Mickiewicz, there is also a sculpture called Eros Bendato which depicts the severed head of this Greek God, his eyes and mouth covered to symbolize his desires being imprisoned.

There is also a unique fountain sitting in front of the cloth hall which uses blue water and is well-lit after dark, so if you’re visiting at night, this is one site you won’t want to miss.

In addition to all the historic landmarks here, there are also several great restaurants, bars, and shops you might want to check out while you’re here.

Pavilion “Wyspianski 2000”

This building is named after the artist who created the amazing stained glass that can be found inside, Stanislaw Wyspianski.

The stained glass featured here was actually intended and designed for the Wawel Cathedral, but it never made it into the final construction.

The architectural design uses thousands of bricks as if they were curtains, mounted vertically on a metal rod that you can manipulate to let light into various sections of the building.

Pavilion “Wyspianski 2000”

Depending on what time of day it is, this pavilion can really shine in the right light, and it’s sure to be one of the more difficult sites to miss on our tour.

The Wyspianski Pavilion was intended as a celebration of Krakow’s 750th anniversary, and it is used today as an information center that promotes some of the most historical and important sites in this city.

Bishop Erazm Ciolek Palace

This is one of the oldest examples of Renaissance architecture in Krakow, and it was originally constructed in the early 16th century.

In addition to the Renaissance style, you can also see a few examples of Gothic architecture.

As the name implies, this palace was originally built thanks to the efforts of the Bishop of Płock Erazm Ciołek, a skilled diplomat and a patron of the arts.

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Today, the palace houses a museum with several notable paintings, portraits, and sculptures crafted from the 12th - 18th century.

Follow the artistic history of Poland from its Gothic phase, through the Renaissance era, and onto Neoclassicism and Romanticism.

Tickets start at 15 PLN for general admission, 10 PLN for reduced tickets, and only 1 PLN for kids and young adults from the age of 7-26.

Wawel Cathedral

Although this cathedral was originally constructed in the 11th century, it would also be demolished shortly after.

The replacement lasted until 1305 when a fire destroyed the building.

The structure sitting before you now was built in the 14th century, and it’s an excellent example of Gothic architecture.

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The crypt at Wawel Cathedral has been the main burial site for Polish monarchs since the 14th century, and in addition to housing the tombs of kings and leaders, it is also the final resting place of national heroes.

Today, there is a museum on site that was opened in 1978 by Pope John Paul II.

The museum contains works of medieval church art including paintings, sculptures, crosses, and more. 

One of the more notable items here is King Sigismund II Augustus’ sword which was used in the 16th century.

Tickets are 14 PLN for general admission and 8 PLN for reduced prices.

Wawel Royal Castle

The hill upon which this castle rests dates back to prehistoric times and archaeologists have found evidence indicating that settlers have lived here since the Palaeolithic era.

Wawel Castle itself has only been here since the 14th century, but it is notable for having been the royal residence where kings and queens lived in Poland for many centuries.

Since it has needed repairs and expansions over the years, you can see examples of Gothic, Renaissance, Romanesque, and even early Baroque architecture on display.

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The Wawel Royal Castle welcomes over 2 million visitors every year and it has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

While you can walk around the grounds for free, you will need tickets to enter the museum which houses some of the best and most important paintings, sculptures, textiles, prints, and more.

Both the Crown Treasury and Armory and The Lost Wawel exhibit are free to visit on Monday, but from Tuesday - Sunday ticket prices for these and other areas range from 5 PLN - 25 PLN per person.

King Sigismund Chapel

One of the most incredible sites to take in at Wawel Royal Castle is the gold-plated dome of King Sigismund Chapel.

Many consider this one of the finest examples of the Tuscany Renaissance style of architecture.

This chapel was originally designed in the 16th century by Italian architect Bartolomeo Berrecci, and it houses the tombs of Sigismund II Augustus, Anna Jagiellonka, and King Sigismund I.

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Both the exterior of the chapel and its interiors are quite beautiful, with red marble sculptures of the saints and an altarpiece designed by Hans Durer being just a few notable examples of the incredible detail put into this site.

Even if you don’t choose to go inside, we recommend checking out the gilded dome at least once from the exterior before you leave the castle grounds.

Giant Bell (Royal Sigismund Bell)

This is the largest of five bells that hang in the tower of the Wawel Cathedral, and it was cast in 1520 after being commissioned by King Sigismund I.

The bell weighs in at around 9,650 kgs and it’s around 9 feet in diameter. The clapper alone is approximately 365 kg, and it’s kept attached to the bell with 12 layers of leather belts.

If you visit during a Christian holiday, you can expect to hear this centuries-old bell ringing in a ceremony, and every time that happens, it’s thanks to a manual effort.

It takes roughly 12 men, 6 on either side, to ring the Giant Bell. Those who have rung the bell more than 50 times over the years are given a badge to symbolize their efforts.

Dragon's Lair

Found on the foot of Wawel Hill near the banks of the river Vistula, this site is known as the Dragon’s Lair.

Legend has it that there was once a dragon living here during the reign of King Krak.

According to the legend, the people of this city got tired of making offerings to the dragon and the king sent for help to vanquish his foe.

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In this story, a young shoemaker by the name of Dratewka convinced the dragon to take an offering of a Ram filled with sulfur.

After eating it, the dragon drank so much water that it exploded!

Some say this is just a myth, a fairy tale told to young and gullible visitors, but it certainly sparks the imagination simply to think of the scenario that could have taken place here.

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CRACOVIA WALKING TOURS (Krakow) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

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Le migliori cose da fare e da vedere a Cracovia

Cracovia è una delle città più importanti della Polonia . Si trova a sud ed è molto vicino al confine con la Slovacchia e non lontano dalle città di Bratislava o Vienna . È una città che gode di una ricca storia ed è stata profondamente influenzata dalla seconda guerra mondiale. Il quartiere ebraico (Kazimierz) e il vecchio ghetto sono le zone più tristi e più colpite della città, dove vengono lasciati a ricordo perché le atrocità del passato non si ripetano mai. Il centro storico (Stare Miasto) è stato uno dei primi luoghi ad essere nominato patrimonio dell'umanità con la sua spettacolare Piazza del Mercato e la Basilica di Santa Maria.

 Ci sono molte visite guidate a Cracovia che ti danno la possibilità di conoscere la città in 2 o 3 ore mentre cammini per visitare alcuni dei monumenti e dei luoghi più emblematici che la città ha da offrire. Oltre a questo, ci sono tour a tema che hanno un percorso più specifico incentrato su un luogo o argomento specifico, per visitare la cattedrale e il castello del Wawel situati sulle rive del fiume Vistola sono, senza dubbio, alcune delle parti più iconiche di questo Città polacca. Un altro luogo interessante da visitare è la Porta di San Floriano, l'antico ingresso alla città medievale, con 8 porte recintate e un totale di 35 guglie che ne attraversano la lunghezza. Se attraversi le mura, ti imbatterai nel Barbacane di Cracovia, un forte circondato da un fossato che serviva a proteggere l'antica città. Altri punti di interesse da non perdere sono il Collegium Maius, i Giardini Planty, la fabbrica di Oskar Schindler, Piazza Bohaterow con il monumento alla sedia, molto vicino alla città dove si trovavano il campo di concentramento di Auschwitz-Birkenau e le miniere di sale di Wieliczka.

 Il miglior tour a piedi gratuito a Cracovia è quello in cui puoi vedere i siti con una guida locale che ti aiuterà a comprendere il contesto della storia della città e quei dettagli poco conosciuti sul luogo e sulla sua gente. Puoi scegliere di prenotare una guruwalk al mattino, pomeriggio o sera. Se desideri saperne di più su altri tour o escursionisti e sulle loro esperienze, puoi leggere le loro recensioni per avere un'idea migliore di quale tour sarebbe meglio per te. Altre città famose anche per i viaggiatori in cerca di guruwalk in Polonia sono Varsavia , Poznan , Wroclaw o Praga .

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Free tours en Polonia

Vive en las ciudades de Cracovia y Varsovia la mágica experiencia de los free tours. Sin necesidad de un ticket, simplemente únete a nosotros (paraguas blancos con logotipo del trompetista) en las horas señaladas, valorando al final del recorrido el esfuerzo del guía.

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CRACOVIA y VARSOVIA te esperan. Para facilitar la labor te pedimos RESERVAR EL TOUR CON ANTELACIÓN (Al menos 24 horas antes). Será prioritario salir con GRUPOS PEQUEÑOS. Confirma tu plaza escribiéndonos un WhatsApp o Telegram al número: +48 730 031 276 O  RESERVA AQUÍ

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  • Tours en Cracovia

Bienvenido a una ciudad medieval donde sentirás retroceder en el tiempo. Desde el corazón que late en la Colina de Wawel, con la catedral y el castillo, hasta la arteria principal en la calle Florianska, pasando por la animada Plaza del Mercado. Caminando por el agradable Parque Planty hasta el popular y característico barrio judío de Kazimierz. Desde el residencial e histórico distrito de Podgórze (antiguo gueto) hasta la que fue la ciudad ideal comunista (Nowa Huta). Descubriendo una ruta senderista para conquistar una de las colinas artificiales. ¡Mira qué bella es Cracovia!

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  • Tours en Varsovia

La capital de Polonia te espera con impaciencia para que veas un resultado asombroso. Una urbe que no deja indiferente a nadie, fruto del esfuerzo humano en mayúsculas por levantar un área inmensa que quedó reducida a escombros tras la devastadora II GM. Hoy en día es una combinación digna de ver en cuanto a  estilos arquitectónicos. Un bonito casco viejo, excelentes parques, barrios atractivos, museos sobresalientes como el de Historia de los Judíos Polacos (POLIN), y mucha historia mientras que de fondo suena Chopin. ¿Te lo piensas perder?

¿Cómo funcionan los free tours?

Reserva el paseo con guía que más te interesa en Cracovia y/o Varsovia. Recuerda que al final del free tour tú serás quien valores la labor del guía dejando la cantidad que estimes oportuno. Asegura tu plaza en este formulario o mándanos un whatsapp o telegram al +48 730 031 276.

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Excursión erasmus a Zakopane

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¿Dónde comer en Cracovia?

Descubre los platos más típicos polacos y de cocina internacional. Apunta nuestras recomendaciones a la hora de comer en Cracovia tanto en el centro histórico como en otros barrios de la ciudad así como algunas curiosidades relacionadas con la gastronomía polaca

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Compras en Cracovia

De compras por Cracovia

Nos vamos de compras por Cracovia. Os dejamos una lista de artículos imprescindibles y lugares donde comprar por Cracovia y no perderse en el intento.

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Mi Erasmus+ en Cracovia. (Parte II)

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Museo subterráneo de Cracovia

¿Qué ver en Cracovia? el Museo Subterráneo

Situado en la plaza del mercado, es uno de los museos más interesantes de Cracovia con un contenido centrado en la historia medieval de la ciudad muy recomendado para aquellas familias con hijos que visitan Cracovia

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