Things to do in Poland
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Auschwitz-Birkenau tour from Krakow: Guided memorial visitThis 7-hour guided tour from Krakow visits the UNESCO-listed Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau Memorial & Museum with a licensed English-speaking guide and a group of up to 30 people. Private transport picks you up from your Krakow accommodation, drives you to the sites, and returns you at the end of the day; entry fees, taxes and the guide are included. The guide spends 2 hours at Auschwitz I and 1 hour at Birkenau, walking the grounds of both camps.Is it for me?You're in a group of up to 30 people with one guide, so this works best if you're comfortable learning alongside others and don't need a private guide's undivided attention. The fixed schedule and included transport mean you don't arrange the logistics yourself—your driver handles the timing and the route, and the guide handles the history.
Krakow: Pierogi Cooking Class & Polish Dumplings WorkshopYou'll hand-make two types of pierogi — potato-and-cheese and fruit-filled — under the guidance of a local chef who learned from family. The two-hour class includes all ingredients, equipment, and a tasting with your choice of beer or wine. Book ahead if you have dietary needs, and wear smart casual clothes; public transport stops nearby.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn how to make pierogi properly — the way it's actually done in Polish homes — rather than just eat them; the local guide and the hands-on format mean you leave knowing the technique, not just the recipe.
Krakow Pub Crawl: Old Town Bars & Clubs with ShotsYou’ll join fellow travelers for a guided Krakow pub crawl through Old Town’s bars and clubs, complete with free welcome shots at every stop and skipping the lines into each venue. You’ll laugh over drinking games, wander cobbled streets at night with your group, and end up dancing with new friends — maybe even surprising yourself along the way.
Warsaw: World War 2 Walking Tour & Jewish GhettoYou walk six hours through Warsaw's WW2 sites — the bombed and rebuilt city centre, the Nazi district, the Jewish Ghetto, and the Uprising monuments — with a guide whose family lived through the occupation. The tour covers 1939 to 1945 in one arc, stopping at eight key locations. You get a free city map and join a mixed group, some paying full price and others contributing what they choose. Expect to be on your feet the whole time, but every stop has a story that lands harder because you're standing in the place it happened.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting the full WW2 arc in Warsaw without piecing together separate sites — the guide's family connection and six-hour depth make it worth the time on your feet. Expect a heavy, grounded history lesson, not a quick overview.
Warsaw: Chopin Candlelight Concert & Wine in Salon SettingYou’ll step into a candlelit Warsaw salon for an intimate Chopin concert with wine in hand, surrounded by locals and soft laughter. Watch live art or evocative photos inspired by Polish landscapes while savoring a sweet treat. Let yourself get lost in music where history feels close enough to touch.
Warsaw: Retro Minibus Private Tour Old Town & Praga PickupYou’ll ride through Warsaw in a vintage Żuk minibus with your local guide, exploring Old Town legends, pausing for stories at Castle Square and St. John’s Archcathedral, then crossing to Praga for raw city life away from crowds. Expect unexpected details—a candle’s scent or accordion tune—that stick with you long after.
Krakow to Wieliczka Salt Mine: Day Trip with PickupYou’ll descend deep beneath Wieliczka with a local guide and headphones so you catch every story as you walk nearly 3 km of ancient tunnels and chambers carved from salt. Hotel pickup in Krakow means no stress getting there, and skip-the-line entry keeps things easy. It’s cold, echoey, strangely beautiful — something you’ll remember long after you’re back above ground.
Warsaw Ghetto walking tour: Sites and stories from 1943This three-hour walking tour of Warsaw traces the history of the ghetto's establishment, daily life under occupation, and the 1943 uprising, with a live guide in English or German. You visit the Nozyk Synagogue (still in operation), walk the last surviving streets, see fragments of the original ghetto wall, and stop at key sites including the Umschlagplatz and the bunker at Miła Street 18. Hotel pickup from the city center is included; the day splits between roughly two and a half hours on foot and thirty minutes by public transport.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to understand the Warsaw Ghetto's history through the actual places where it unfolded, with a guide who can answer questions as you walk—the combination of on-foot exploration and the guide's knowledge is what turns scattered ruins and memorials into a coherent story.
Segway Tour Warsaw Old Town: 90 minutes on self-balancing wheelsA 90-minute Segway tour of Warsaw Old Town with a live English-speaking guide covers the Royal Castle, Sigismund's Column, the Warsaw Mermaid, Barbican and Multimedia Fountain Park. The tour includes Segway training, helmet, raincoat if needed, and skip-the-line access to the sights. Weight range is 30–135 kg (65–295 lbs); not recommended for pregnant travelers.Is it for me?Book the Old Town Tour if you want the core sights and the Vistula River views in 90 minutes. Choose the Modern City Centre option if you'd rather see Warsaw's newer districts and contemporary landmarks. Pick the Full Experience if you have three and a half hours and want to cover both the Old Town and the modern city in one ride.
Zakopane day tour from Krakow: Quad ride & thermal springsA full-day tour from Krakow to Zakopane in the Tatra Mountains combines quad riding, a visit to the preserved wooden village of Chochołów, a tasting of smoked sheep cheese and regional vodka, a ride up Gubałówka funicular, free time on Krupówki Street, and 3 hours in a thermal complex with indoor and outdoor pools, jacuzzis and water slides. Hotel pickup in Krakow is included; the driver speaks English and handles all navigation so the day stays on track.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving in Krakow and want a full day in the mountains without arranging your own transport or planning stops—the driver handles the route and timing, so you move from quad riding to village walks to thermal pools without building the day yourself. The 11-hour span works for travelers with a free day and the stamina for a long drive; it's not suited for anyone with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or pregnancy.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour Krakow: Guided Museum Visit No QueuesA guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow covers both the original concentration camp and the vastly larger Birkenau complex, with an English-speaking guide, pre-booked entry passes and round-trip transport from your chosen meeting point. The drive from Krakow takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes each way. Entry fees, professional assistance and comfortable air-conditioned transport are included; food and drinks are not.Is it for me?You'll see both camps with a guide who contextualizes their history and scale, moving straight through the gate with pre-booked entry while your schedule stays intact.
Krakow: Auschwitz Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Tour PickupYou’ll start early in Krakow with hotel pickup before heading to Auschwitz Birkenau for a guided visit that stays with you long after. Afterward comes a quieter descent into the Wieliczka Salt Mine’s cool tunnels and carved chambers. With entry fees, transport between sites, headphones for both tours and an option for lunch included — this day brings both gravity and wonder in ways you might not expect.
Krakow: Dark History Walking Tour & Medieval TalesYou walk through three major sites—St. Florian's Gate, Main Market Square, and Wawel Castle—while your local guide covers medieval torture, serial killers, and ghost stories tied to each location. The tour lasts 2–3 hours, suits all fitness levels, and includes a professional guide who speaks your language. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather; the route covers uneven cobblestones and outdoor spaces.Is it for me?Book this if you want the darker chapters of Krakow's history told by someone who knows the city—not a sanitized version, but the real stories of executions, torture, and killers that shaped the old town. The fixed route and local guide mean you don't have to research the history yourself or navigate the cobblestones alone.
Krakow Airport Transfer: Private Car & English DriverYou get picked up at arrivals by an English-speaking driver in a modern car, with luggage help and real-time flight tracking—no negotiating fares or hunting for transport. The journey to your Krakow hotel takes 20 to 45 minutes depending on traffic, and the cost stays the same regardless of delays or detours. Return transfers to the airport can be arranged at the same time you book your arrival, so both ends of your trip are settled before you land.Is it for me?Book this if you land with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue—the driver meets you at arrivals, the price is locked in before you arrive, and you're in your hotel without arranging anything else.
Krakow: Rynek Underground Museum Skip-the-Line Guided TourYou’ll follow a local guide deep beneath Krakow’s Main Square into the Rynek Underground Museum, skipping ticket lines and stepping through centuries-old streets and merchant stalls. Hear stories about medieval life while exploring artifacts, interactive exhibits, and even reconstructed burials. When you come back up for air, you’ll see Krakow’s heart with new eyes—and maybe carry a bit of that quiet history with you.
Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow: Guided Tour & TransportYou're picked up from your Krakow hotel and driven to Auschwitz-Birkenau with an English-speaking guide who leads you through both sites over roughly three and a half hours. All entry tickets are arranged in advance, and you return to the city by mid-afternoon. The small group size and fixed schedule mean you don't have to coordinate transport or worry about entry logistics yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to visit Auschwitz-Birkenau without arranging your own transport or buying tickets separately—the pickup from your hotel and pre-booked entry mean you arrive on time and skip the gate queue. The small group size and fixed schedule fit a full memorial visit into a single day from Krakow.
Undercover City Games: Warsaw Old Town spy activityUndercover City Games is a two-hour interactive spy game in Warsaw's Old Town where you and your team move through the neighborhood on foot, completing missions at real locations to uncover a plot and evade fictional enemies. You'll visit main historical attractions and lesser-known corners while a live guide in English, Spanish, German or Polish directs the action. The game includes a team photo, game folder with materials and certificate.Is it for me?Two hours leaves room for other activities before or after, making this a solid piece of a longer day without eating the whole afternoon. If you want to explore the Old Town with direction and purpose rather than wandering on your own, the spy framework gives you a reason to stop and look closely at places you'd otherwise pass.
Krakow: Old Town & Wawel Castle Private Walking TourYou get a private guide who walks you through Krakow's Old Town and Wawel, hitting the Main Market Square, St. Mary's Basilica, the Cloth Hall, Jagiellonian University, and the Cathedral — with hotel pickup and enough time at each stop to actually understand why each one mattered. The pace is steady but not rushed, and a moderate fitness level is all you need.Is it for me?A good fit if you want the main landmarks of Krakow's Old Town and Wawel in one tour without arranging your own route or timing — the private guide means you move at your own pace and can ask questions as you go. Expect a full morning or afternoon of walking with a moderate fitness level required, which is what lets you cover a thousand years of history without feeling rushed.
Kraków Bike Tour: Market Square, Kazimierz & Schindler's FactoryYou cycle through Kraków's main landmarks — Market Square, Wawel Castle, Kazimierz's Jewish Quarter, and Schindler's Factory — in 4–5 hours with a Dutch guide who knows the stories. The route includes a break for food, a 10-minute pause at the Schindler's List passage, and a final ride through Planty Park. Bike rental and guide are included; you choose between a classic or e-bike at the start.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to cover Kraków's major historical sites in one morning or afternoon without arranging your own transport or spending hours on foot — the bike lets you see more ground and still have time to sit down and absorb what you've seen.
Warsaw: Communist History Tour by Retro Fiat & Local GuideYou’ll ride through Warsaw’s communist-era streets in a retro Fiat 125p with a local guide—exploring landmarks like the Palace of Culture & Science, Praga district, and former party headquarters. Expect real stories, small surprises (maybe even vodka), and plenty of time to ask questions or just watch everyday life outside your window.
