Poland · OLD TOWN TOURS

The 15 Best Old Town Tours in Poland

44 tours  ·  from $13 a head

One of these old towns survived the war and three were rebuilt. The 15 below cover Kraków, Warsaw, Gdańsk and Wrocław on foot, priced by length, with a note on which ones climb a tower.

Warsaw: Chopin Concert in the Old Town - Why the restored Pleyel piano matters
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Warsaw: Chopin Concert in the Old Town

1.Chopin Concert in the Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,287 reviews · 1 hour · from $26Our pick

Spend one hour near St. John’s Cathedral hearing Chopin performed by a different pianist each day on a restored Pleyel concert piano. The small room keeps you close to the music, while a short intermission offers Polish honey wine or apple juice. Staff guide you to unnumbered seats, and conversation with the pianist may follow.

“really gorgeous music in a nice space that feels very local and intimate. they were nice enough that when my child was getting antsy during the performance we could hear the concert outside in the garden, but it's summer and the weather is nice. note that the chairs are padded foldable chairs. this is a good snack sized concert that doesn't take itself too seriously.”

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Warsaw: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour in English - Krakowskie Przedmieście and the Royal Route
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Warsaw: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour in English

2.Old Town Highlights Walking Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,516 reviews · 2h 30m · from $26

Spend 150 minutes walking from the Copernicus Monument along Krakowskie Przedmieście and the Royal Route to Warsaw’s Old Town. An English-speaking guide such as Michael, Andrzej, Anna, or Michal explains Chopin, Marie Curie, the Presidential Palace, Warsaw University, the Royal Castle, and the city’s wartime destruction and rebirth.

“The tour was excellent and very well conducted. The way our guide Mikal was explaining the history of every place was exceptional. I highly recommend this tour”

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Old Town Krakow & Wawel Castle Walking Tour - Starting at the Barbican and medieval walls
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Old Town Krakow & Wawel Castle Walking Tour

3.Old Town Krakow & Wawel Castle Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,508 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $26Top rated

Start at Krakow’s Barbican and follow the Royal Road through St. Florian’s Gate, the Main Square, Collegium Maius, Planty Park, and Wawel Castle. An English-speaking guide such as Ania, Chris, Max, or Maciek leads the walk, adding Polish history, local stories, and practical city tips. Expect a small-group walk with plenty of standing.

“We had Max as a guide and he was very knowledgeable but also made the tour fun and interactive. The locations along the way were great and gave us a good sense of Kraków’s history from its first days to the WWII era.”

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Krakow: Bike Tour of Old Town, Jewish Quarter and the Ghetto - Starting in the Old Town with a short safety briefing
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Krakow: Bike Tour of Old Town, Jewish Quarter and the Ghetto

4.Bike Tour of Old Town, Jewish Quarter and the Ghetto

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,155 reviews · 3h 30m · from $37

Cover Krakow’s key sights by bike in 210 minutes, from the Old Town and Wawel Castle to Kazimierz, Ghetto Heroes Square, and Oskar Schindler’s Factory. Guides such as Christopher, Tomasz, Thomas, and Krzysztof add history, local stories, and humor. Bikes, insurance, and a 30-minute rest break are included.

“Our guide Thomaz was amazing, he explained everything in detail and added some personal touches. The tour was a good pace for all abilities. Definitely a must and great value thankyou Thomaz”

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Krakow: The Old Town Walking Tour - Stories, legends, and the wider Polish past
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Krakow: The Old Town Walking Tour

5.The Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 794 reviews · 2h 30m · from $19

Spend 150 minutes exploring Krakow with an English-speaking guide, starting at St. Mary’s Basilica and ending at Wawel Castle. You’ll hear the hourly trumpet call, walk through the Main Market Square, learn the stories behind the city’s buildings, and get practical tips on food and sights. Guides include Bart, Aga, Emily, Magda, and Slavek.

“very informative but be aware there is a lot to get through in the time so a fast walking pace was needed.”

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Krakow: Old Town Guided Segway Tour - The Barbican shows Kraków’s defensive edge
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Krakow: Old Town Guided Segway Tour

6.Old Town Guided Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 756 reviews · 2 hours · from $55

Ride a genuine Segway PT through Kraków’s Old Town with guides such as Tom, Johan, Tomasz, or Yohan. After 15 minutes of practice, you visit the Barbican, Main Square, St. Mary’s Church, Wawel Castle, and the Wisła riverside. The tour runs in English or German and suits beginners, families with older children, and anyone wanting a quick overview of the city.

“An excellent way to see the city and our tour guide was absolutely amazing - blew us away with all of his knowledge! Would highly recommend as an excellent way to see the city.”

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Gdańsk: Sightseeing EcoCruise around the Old Town of Gdansk - Meeting the boat near the Green Bridge
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Gdańsk: Sightseeing EcoCruise around the Old Town of Gdansk

7.Sightseeing EcoCruise around the Old Town of Gdansk

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 719 reviews · 50 min · from $19

Spend 50 minutes on a small electric boat for up to eight people, cruising from the Green Bridge past Gdańsk’s gates, red crane, Sołdek Museum, WWII Museum, shipyard, and marina. An English and Polish audio guide explains the sights, while guides such as Julia and Michal may add local stories and answer questions.

“I liked it very much and Julia did a great job explaining all the sights to me :)”

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Warsaw: Old Town Guided Walking Tour - Starting at Sigismund’s Column and Castle Square
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Warsaw: Old Town Guided Walking Tour

8.Old Town Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 599 reviews · 2 hours · from $13Best value

Start beneath Sigismund’s Column with a licensed English or German-speaking guide, then walk through Warsaw’s rebuilt Old Town, Royal Castle Gardens, New Town, Jewish heritage sites, and the Warsaw Uprising Monument. Guides such as Anthony, Antek, Antoni, and Thomas mix clear history with humor, local tips, and quieter streets.

“What I liked most was that we were able to even get to know the hidden spots in old town and the place garden. He answered all our questions and even spend more time with us. Thanks so much for the experience!”

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Kraków: Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking Tour in English - Main Market Square and the Cloth Hall
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Kraków: Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking Tour in English

9.Old Town & Wawel Castle Walking Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 532 reviews · 2h 30m · from $26

Walk Kraków’s Royal Route for 150 minutes with an English-speaking Walkative guide. Visit the Barbican, St. Mary’s Basilica, Main Market Square, Collegium Maius, Archbishop Palace, Wawel Hill, royal courtyards, and the Wawel Dragon. Guides such as Maciek, Max, Victoria, and Big Tom are known for clear stories, humor, and useful local tips.

“The tour was very informative. I learnt a lot about Polish history and the old town. The guide Tom clearly had a passion for history and shared his enthusiasm with us all!”

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Warsaw: Chopin Concert at Historical Venue in Old Town - A one-hour program built around Chopin
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Warsaw: Chopin Concert at Historical Venue in Old Town

10.Chopin Concert at Historical Venue in Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 445 reviews · 1 hour · from $26

Spend one hour with live Chopin in the Old Gallery of the Association of Polish Art Photographers, in the left wing of Warsaw’s Royal Castle. The small salon setting, limited seating, and Polish mead or apple juice create a personal evening. Pianists have included Aleksandra Bobrowska and Klaudia Kudelko, though the performer may vary.

“Absolutely loved this Chopin concert. We foolishly arrived a bit late and just about gave up going as hadn’t a clue where to go. But phoned the local contact who very patiently managed to give us directions to the venue. The concert hadn’t started but we did miss the pre concert drinks. The pianist was fantastic playing a variety of pieces. I absolutely loved it.”

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Krakow: Old Town Guided Walking Tour - St. Florian’s Gate and the last medieval entrance
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Krakow Old Town Guided Walking Tour

11.Krakow Old Town Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 438 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Meet near Grodzka Street for a three-hour walk through Krakow’s Old Town, following the Royal Route to Wawel Castle and back toward the Main Market Square. Expect history, churches, medieval streets, and practical orientation from a local guide such as Joanna, Magda, or Krzysztof. Wear comfortable shoes and plan for limited seating.

“We were able to learn a lot about an area of which we knew little. Her Tour Guide was very knowledgeable and very passionate about her city.”

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Full Bike Tour - the Old Town, Jewish Qtr & the Ghetto NEW BIKES - Main Market Square and the medieval Old Town
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Full Bike Tour – the Old Town, Jewish Qtr & the Ghetto NEW BIKES

12.Full Bike Tour – the Old Town, Jewish Qtr & the Ghetto NEW BIKES

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 437 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $35

Ride new city bikes through Krakow with a local English-speaking guide, covering the Old Town, Wawel Hill, Kazimierz, the former Jewish Ghetto, Schindler’s factory, Planty Park, and St. Florian’s Gate. The route is mostly flat, groups are limited to 15, and guides such as Chris, Thomas, and Alex add local stories and practical tips.

“My tour guide, Chris, was friendly and professional. This is a good tour for those who just arrived Krakow and want to get to know the city quickly.”

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Krakow Old Town Segway Tour 2hr with Training, Safety Gear, Guide - Five minutes of training before the city ride
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Krakow Old Town Segway Tour 2hr with Training, Safety Gear, Guide

13.Krakow Old Town Segway Tour 2hr with Training, Safety Gear, Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 435 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $57

Ride a Segway through Krakow’s Old Town with a short training session, helmet, and English-speaking guide. The two-hour route covers the Main Square, Barbican, Wawel Castle, St. Florian’s Gate, Collegium Novum, and other major sights. Guides such as Tom, Nikita, Johan, and Barbara are praised for clear stories and friendly help.

“We booked the 2hour Segway Old town tour. The meeting point was easy to find. We had a short tutorial on the Segways which was more than enough. Easy to use. Our tour guide was really knowledgeable and had great interaction with group. Would definitely recommend and would book for a different tour if i was back in Krakow.”

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Krakow: Bike Tour of the Old Town, Kazimierz, and the Ghetto - Old Town sights from the Barbican to Wawel Castle
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Krakow: Bike Tour of the Old Town, Kazimierz, and the Ghetto

14.Bike Tour of the Old Town, Kazimierz, and the Ghetto

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 350 reviews · from $26

Ride through Krakow’s Old Town, Planty Park, Kazimierz, and Podgórze with guides such as Mike, Zoe, or Chris. You’ll stop for stories, photos, and a lunch break while following quiet streets, river paths, and colorful lanes. The 4-hour tour includes a city bike and helmet, but not lunch or an e-bike.

“Fab way to see the city. Most of the cycling was on quiet streets or paths. Great historical and film facts. Don't hesitate to book!! Our guide was fab!!”

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Krakow's Essential Tour of the Old Town and Wawel Castle - Rynek Główny: Krakow’s medieval center
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Krakow’s Essential Tour of the Old Town and Wawel Castle

15.Krakow’s Essential Tour of the Old Town and Wawel Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · from $3

Walk from St. Mary’s Basilica across Krakow’s medieval square, past the Barbican and Jagiellonian University, then uphill to Wawel Castle. Guides such as Bart, Slav, and Krzysztof bring Poland’s history, World War II, and communist era to life. The $3 charge is only a booking fee; you pay what you wish at the end.

“Slav was an exceptional tour guide. He was knowledge, good fun, professional and we throughly enjoyed his tour. We would highly recommend this very good tour”

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