Kraków: Electric scooter city tour with local guide & snack

Summary

See Kraków’s stories unfold as you glide by castle walls and rivers

You’ll zip through Kraków’s old town and Jewish quarter on an electric scooter with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Expect hands-on moments at historic gates, legends by castle views, and bites of local snacks in lively squares — plus small surprises you’ll remember long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest — I was a little nervous about the electric scooters at first. My balance isn’t exactly Olympic-level, but our guide Kuba had this way of making everyone laugh while explaining the basics. The office smelled faintly of coffee and something sweet (turns out it was obwarzanek, which we’d get to try later). Helmets on, gloves for the chill — we wobbled out onto the street, and suddenly Kraków felt smaller, like we could actually see it all in one afternoon.

The first stop was Zakrzówek, where the air tasted fresh and a bit earthy from last night’s rain. Kuba pointed out how the city’s defenses used to run along here — I tried to imagine knights or whoever patrolling these same paths. We zipped through Planty Park, dodging locals walking their dogs or just sitting on benches with books. At St. Florian’s Gate, he told us about the old city walls (there’s only a fragment left now), and I caught myself running my hand along the rough stone when no one was looking. There’s something grounding about touching history like that.

We rolled into Rynek Główny — the main market square — just as the bells started ringing from St. Mary’s Church. It echoed off the cobblestones in this way that made me pause for a second. Kuba shared legends about trumpeters and dragons (I probably butchered “Smok Wawelski” when I tried to say it — he laughed). The ride along the Vistula River gave us this wide-open view of Wawel Castle under a sky that couldn’t decide if it wanted to rain or not. I still think about that view sometimes.

Crossing into Kazimierz and Podgórze felt different — quieter somehow, heavier maybe? Ghetto Heroes Square is lined with empty chairs; Kuba explained what they mean without making it feel like a lecture. We stopped for zapiekanki at Plac Nowy (messy but worth it), chatted with some locals who seemed amused by our scooter gang vibe. By then my hands were cold but my head was buzzing with stories.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Krakow Electric Scooter Tour

• Tour briefing and scooter practice
• Learn Krakow's historical protection
• Visit St. Florian's Gate
• Ride along Planty Park
• Explore Main Market Square and legends
• Visit beautiful church
• Viewpoint at Wisla river and castle
• See Krakow's dragon statue
• Cross bridge from Kazimierz to Podgorze
• Climb mound for city viewpoint
• Visit Ghetto Heroes Square
• See ghetto wall fragment
• Oldest synagogue in Krakow
• Try Zapiekanki in Kazimierz

Top questions

How long does the electric scooter tour in Kraków last?

The tour lasts around 3 hours but can be adjusted based on what you want to see.

Is there a minimum age for joining the Kraków e-scooter tour?

The minimum age is 12 years old.

What sites are included on the electric scooter tour route?

You visit places like Zakrzówek, St. Florian's Gate, Jagiellonian University, Main Market Square, Wawel Royal Castle, Kazimierz, Podgórze, Ghetto Heroes Square, and Plac Nowy.

Are helmets provided during the Kraków scooter tour?

Yes, helmets are included for all participants.

Do you get any food or snacks during the tour?

You get to try obwarzanek, a traditional snack from Kraków.

Is this e-scooter tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it's suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Can infants or small children join the tour?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the tour.

What happens if it's cold during the scooter tour?

Warm gloves are provided for colder days to keep your hands comfortable.

What’s included

Your day includes helmet use for safety, warm gloves if it’s chilly out, guidance from a local expert throughout Kraków’s neighborhoods and landmarks, plus a traditional obwarzanek snack along the way before returning to where you started.