Krakow: Art Tour of the Da Vinci & Czartoryski Museum｜Poland

Enjoy an in-depth visit to Krakow’s most prestigious museum — the Czartoryski Museum. With your licensed guide, you’ll explore masterpieces of European art, discover Poland’s royal collections, and hear fascinating stories behind each exhibit.

During your visit, you’ll see the museum’s highlights — from medieval art and royal portraits to Renaissance treasures and historic artifacts. Among them is Lady with an Ermine by Leonardo da Vinci, one of only four known female portraits by the master. Your guide will share the story of the Czartoryski family, Poland’s most renowned art collectors, and how their extraordinary collection survived wars and exile.

Meet your licensed art expert by the Kraków Barbican, one of Krakow’s most iconic medieval landmarks. During a short walk toward the museum, your guide will introduce Krakow’s rich artistic heritage and the fascinating history of the Czartoryski collection.

Upon arrival, begin your exploration of the Czartoryski Museum — one of Poland’s oldest and most prestigious art institutions. With your expert guide, admire masterpieces and rare artifacts reflecting centuries of European and Polish artistry.

The highlight of your visit is a close encounter with Lady with an Ermine. Here, you can appreciate this world-famous painting up close — every brushstroke and subtle detail within reach. Your guide will share captivating insights into the artwork’s symbolism, its wartime fate, and the remarkable efforts to bring it back to Poland.

You’ll also see works by Rembrandt, Jan Matejko, and other masters, gaining a deeper understanding of how art shaped Krakow’s identity.

This experience offers the rare luxury of time and space — a moment to enjoy art without crowds, with questions answered individually and the freedom to explore at your own pace.