Tour Highlights

• Taste iconic Polish dishes: from savoury pierogi and zapiekanka to creamy żurek and smoky oscypek cheese, all at local favourites you won’t find in guidebooks.
• Sip local drinks:  including craft Polish beer, fruit-infused vodka, and other traditional beverages along the way.
• Walk and learn with a passionate local guide: discover Krakow’s food culture through stories, history, and insider tips that make the flavours come to life.
• Explore lively neighbourhood markets: meet vendors, sample fresh produce, and learn about local ingredients that define Polish cuisine.
• Discover hidden gems: taste your way through charming streets and lesser-known spots where locals go, from Old Town gems to the vibrant Kazimierz district.
• Small-group, personalised experience: enjoy a welcoming, intimate atmosphere where guides tailor stories and suggestions to your interests and preferences.

Inclusions:

✔ Professional, English-speaking local guide with insights on culture, history, and food.
✔ Tasting menu featuring multiple authentic Polish dishes and snacks.
✔ Local beverages including beer, vodka, and a traditional fruit drink.
✔ Small-group experience (max ~12 people) for a personalised feel.

Exclusions:

✘ Additional food, drinks, or gratuities beyond the set tasting menu.
✘ Personal expenses or transport beyond the tour route.

Small Group Tour:

• Duration: 3 hours
• Meeting point: In front of the house at Mały Rynek 4 (4 Small Market Square, Krakow Old Town)
• Starting time: 6.00 PM
• Ending point: Kazimierz Jewish Quarter (you can stay there if you want or our guide will help you to find your way back)

Private Tour:

• Duration: 3 hours
• Meeting point: Pick-up from your centrally located hotel in Krakow
• Starting time: 1.00 PM, 4.00 PM, 6.00 PM
• Ending point: Your guide will assist you to your hotel or any other centrally-located place

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Full Itinerary

Your food journey begins in Krakow’s atmospheric Small Market Square, where you’ll meet your local guide and dive straight into the flavours that define Polish cuisine. With a refreshing local drink in hand, you’ll get a taste of Krakow’s rich culinary heritage and hear how food has shaped everyday life here for generations.

From the Square, you’ll stroll the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, heading toward your first taste of traditional Polish comfort: a warm, hearty soup that locals swear by. As you eat, your guide will bring the story of this dish to life, from peasant kitchens to modern tables.

Next, it’s all about pierogi, Poland’s iconic dumpling. You’ll taste them freshly made, discovering why they’re beloved by locals and visitors alike. Along the way, you’ll also sample other market favourites, classics like zapiekanka and regional snacks that make perfect bites between sips of local beer or vodka.

With every step, your guide connects the flavours to Krakow’s history, culture, and the people who make this city feel like home. You’ll wander through lively neighbourhoods, stopping at tucked-away gems that only a local would know.

When you reach Kazimierz, the city’s vibrant Jewish Quarter, the food scene deepens. Here, history and culture merge on the plate, and your guide will share stories that add new meaning to each bite. Whether it’s a savoury dish inspired by centuries of tradition or a sweet treat to finish, this part of the tour highlights why Krakow’s food is as diverse as its past.

The tour wraps up with dessert and a final drink in Kazimierz. As you savour your last bite, your guide will share personalised tips for where to continue exploring Krakow’s food scene on your own, from cosy cafés to local favourites off the usual path.

By the end of the tour, you won’t just have tasted Krakow, you’ll understand it.

Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour

• We visit only locally-owned restaurants and bars that are off the main tourist trail, ensuring that they directly benefit from your visit.
• Any leftover food not consumed on the tour is donated.
• We use only trams or our feet to make sure our carbon footprint is close to zero!