Old Town Short Guided Tour to Saint Mary Basilica
Overview
Explore Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a professional guide. Walk through historic squares and charming lanes, visit St. Mary’s Basilica to admire the Veit Stoss altar, and see the city’s timeless beauty.
Highlights:
• Explore Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a licensed local guide
• Admire the Gothic splendor of St. Mary’s Basilica and the Veit Stoss altar
• See the historic Cloth Hall and hear stories of merchants and trade
• Visit the courtyard of Collegium Maius, home to Copernicus’s alma mater
• Discover Kraków’s blend of architecture, art, and living history
Perfect for first-time visitors, this compact yet rich walking tour offers an unforgettable introduction to the heart of the city.
What's Included
- Entrance ticket to St. Mary’s Basilica
- Outside view: Cloth Hall & Collegium Maius
- Guided walking tour of Kraków’s Old Town
- Licensed expert guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
plac Świętej Marii Magdaleny 31
30-001 Kraków, Poland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
plac Mariacki 5
31-042 Kraków, Poland
What To Expect
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Kraków Old Town
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St Mary's Basilica
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We kindly ask you to arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers will not be able to join and tickets cannot be refunded.
- Our group tours are only in 1 language. Select your preferred language when booking.
- There will be a maximum of 30 participants.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Entrance ticket to St. Mary’s Basilica.
- Outside view: Cloth Hall & Collegium Maius.
- Guided walking tour of Kraków’s Old Town.
- Licensed expert guide.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Old Town Short Guided Tour to Saint Mary Basilica is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Old Town Short Guided Tour to Saint Mary Basilica will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Entrance ticket to St. Mary’s Basilica
- Outside view: Cloth Hall & Collegium Maius
- Guided walking tour of Kraków’s Old Town
- Licensed expert guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We kindly ask you to arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers will not be able to join and tickets cannot be refunded.
- Our group tours are only in 1 language. Select your preferred language when booking.
- There will be a maximum of 30 participants.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
