a crowd of people walking down a street at night

a christmas tree in front of a large building

a snowy street lined with buildings and trees

Private Christmas Tour in Kraków’s Old Town

Enjoy a 2-hour Christmas tour through Kraków’s Old Town, where you’ll taste over five traditional Polish holiday dishes, shop for unique souvenirs, and discover the rich customs of a Polish Christmas.

THINGS TO KNOW

Duration:

2:00 hrs

Transport mode:

Walking tour: no transportation is included

What's included:

Private, professional, English-speaking guide
Visit to Kraków’s Christmas Market in the Main Market Square
Christmas food and drink tastings such as pierogies, barszcz, oscypek, pajda, pierniki, krówki, grzaniec & herbata z prądem
Assistance with choosing Christmas souvenirs
Insight into Polish Christmas traditions

What's not included:

Hotel pickup/drop-off (unless specified)
Meals or drinks outside the tastings
Personal expenses, such as gifts or souvenirs

Private tour:

You and our own professional guide. 100% exclusive

Meeting point:

Your tour guide will meet you in front of the Glonojad Restaurant, plac Jana Matejki 2, 31-157 Kraków, Poland (unless specified)

HIGHLIGHTS:

Kraków Christmas Market (Main Market Square)
St. Mary’s Basilica
Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) and its holiday decor
Festive decorations and Christmas lights throughout Kraków’s Old Town
Jan Matejki Square
Barbican
St. Florian Street

FOOD:

pierogies, barszcz, oscypek, pajda, pierniki, krówki, grzaniec & herbata z prądem

Your journey will be in the heart of Kraków’s Old Town, where the stunning Main Market Square transforms into a festive wonderland during the holiday season. Here, you’ll stroll through the famous Christmas Market, lined with beautifully adorned stalls selling traditional Polish handicrafts, decorations, and holiday treats.
The tour includes tastings of traditional Polish Christmas food and drinks. Sample pierogi with seasonal fillings, spiced gingerbread, and other holiday specialties like barszcz (beetroot soup) with uszka (small dumplings). Warm up with a cup of grzaniec (Polish mulled wine) or herbata z prądem (tea with a shot of liquor), and enjoy the flavors of the season.
As you explore the market, your guide will help you choose the best Christmas souvenirs. From hand-carved wooden ornaments and festive ceramics to traditional amber jewelry, there’s something for everyone on your shopping list. Your guide will also share tips on finding the highest-quality items and the best deals at the market.
Throughout the tour, you’ll learn about Poland’s rich Christmas traditions. Discover the stories behind the 12-dish Christmas Eve dinner (Wigilia), the importance of breaking the opłatek (Christmas wafer), and the meaning behind the decorations and symbols that fill Kraków’s streets during this magical time of year.

What you'll experience on the Kraków Christmas Tour

Flexibility & Convenience

Unlike standard group tours, private tours offer the flexibility to set your own pace, choose preferred times, and even adjust the schedule on the go.

Skip the Crowds

Enjoy VIP treatment as you bypass crowds and long lines, ensuring a smoother, more enjoyable experience.

Genuine Local Experiences

Have an access to hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path locations that larger groups might miss.

Expert Guides

Our handpicked, licensed guides are highly trained to immerse you in the unique history and culture of your destination.