Krakow's Market Square Guided Tour with visit to St. Mary Church
Walking with a guide through the streets of the Old Town, visit the old academic district, see the remains of the former defensive walls and find beautiful decorations on the walls of churches and tenement houses.
As you approach the Market Square, in the distance you can see two asymmetric towers of different heights of the famous St. Mary's Church, a temple with an 800-year history. Its taller tower is 82 meters high, from which a trumpeter plays the famous Marian bugle call every hour. Enter St. Mary's Church and discover richly decorated vaults, stained glass windows and a treasury full of liturgical objects and vestments. However, the greatest monument is the extraordinary wooden altar. It contains 200 realistically sculpted human figures and was created by a German master.
It is worth asking the guide about the rings and the lantern placed on the church wall, finding out where the line of life and death runs, and where to throw a coin to return to Krakow one day.
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English tour
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What's included in Krakow's Market Square Guided Tour with visit to St. Mary Church
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ulica GrodzkaPass-by Only
Ulica Grodzka, winding through the heart of Krakow's Old Town, is a charming and historically significant street that exudes a timeless ambiance. As visitors stroll along this enchanting street, they encounter landmarks such as St. Andrew's Church and the Church of St. Peter and Paul, immersing themselves in the rich history and cultural tapestry of Krakow.
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
Krakow's Main Market Square, Rynek Główny, is a bustling epicenter of history and culture in the heart of the city. The square is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Europe's largest medieval marketplaces. Lively with street performers, outdoor cafes, and surrounded by architectural treasures, the Main Market Square is a vibrant hub that captures the essence of Krakow's charm.
St Mary's Basilica
St. Mary's Basilica, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture situated in Krakow's Main Market Square, is an iconic symbol of the city's religious and cultural heritage.Inside, visitors are captivated by the awe-inspiring interior adorned with stunning stained glass windows, an elaborate high altar, and the famous wooden altarpiece carved by Veit Stoss.
Inclusions
- Ticket to St. Mary's Basilica
- Guide
- Tips (optional)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- In the central part of St. Square Mary Magdalene at the monument of priest Piotr Skarga, look for a guide with our company website sign
End Points
- You will leave with your guide at the Main Square, provided with advice on what to do next in Krakow
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
The guide holds your original ticket. Meet him at the meeting point.
