Krakow: 6-Course Polish Food & Vodka Tour in Old Town

Summary

Polish food tour with vodka tastings across Krakow’s Old Town

You’ll sit down to six hearty courses in Krakow’s Old Town—highland cheese, zurek soup, pierogi dumplings, pork rolls, dessert—and taste four kinds of Polish vodka alongside stories from your local guide. Expect laughter over tricky pronunciations and real insight into Poland’s food culture as you share a full meal together.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Evening Polish food and vodka tour

• Meet expert food guide
• Walk through Krakow Old Town
• Visit two local restaurants
• Try 6-course Polish meal
• Sample 4 types of Polish vodka
• Enjoy traditional Polish dessert

Top questions

How many courses are included in this Krakow food tour?

The tour includes six courses: two full dishes, two tasters, and dessert.

Is vodka tasting part of the experience?

Yes, you’ll try four types of traditional Polish vodka during the tour.

Does this food tour include pickup?

No hotel pickup is included; you meet your guide in Krakow’s Old Town.

Are vegetarian options available on this tour?

Vegetarians are welcome but should mention dietary needs in advance.

How long does the food & vodka tour last?

This is a full-evening dining experience covering multiple restaurants.

What dishes will I try on this Krakow food tour?

You’ll taste highland cheese, zurek soup, pierogi (three flavors), pork rolls with cabbage, dessert, plus vodkas.

Can vegans join this food & vodka tour?

No, unfortunately vegan diets cannot be accommodated on this tour.

Is public transportation nearby for getting to the meeting point?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to the starting location.

What’s included

Your evening features a guided walk through Krakow’s Old Town with stops at favorite local restaurants for six courses of Polish cuisine—including highland cheese, zurek soup, pierogi dumplings in three flavors, pork rolls with cabbage, dessert—and tastings of four different Polish vodkas plus a traditional juice drink; beer or wine can be purchased separately if you want more than what’s included.

What’s the experience like?

You know that feeling when you’re not sure what to expect but you show up hungry anyway? That was me, blinking at the stone streets of Krakow’s Old Town just as the sky started going blue-grey. Our guide, Marta, waved us over—she had this easy laugh and kept switching between English and Polish with the waiters. First stop: a little place I’d have walked past on my own. The smell hit first—something smoky and sharp (the highland cheese, I think). She handed us these warm little bites and told us how her grandmother used to make them in the mountains. I tried to say “oscypek” right; everyone at the table grinned politely.

By the time we got to the zurek soup, I’d already lost count of how many stories Marta had told about growing up here—one about Easter traditions stuck with me. The soup was tangy and earthy, with rye bread that felt almost heavy in my hand. We passed around glasses of bison grass vodka (it smells like hay, sort of sweet but not really?), and someone asked if it was always this strong. Marta just winked and said, “It helps with winter.”

Pierogi came next—three kinds—and I still don’t know which one I liked best. There was laughter when someone tried to pronounce “ruskie” pierogi (I’m not repeating what came out). The pork rolls were rich and soft, cabbage wrapping everything together. It all felt slow and generous—no rush at all. Dessert was something creamy with poppy seeds; honestly by then I’d lost track of time completely. We lingered over a final shot of cherry vodka while outside you could hear church bells echoing somewhere down Floriańska street. I still think about that warmth—food, voices, even the cold air waiting for us outside.