From Krakow: In the Footsteps of John Paul II

8 Reviews
Tours Culture & history Day trips Day Trips From Day Trips To Sightseeing Tours Bus & Minivan Tours Religious & spiritual activities Churches & cathedrals UNESCO Sites

The tour gives you a chance to follow in the footsteps of the man who was to become one of the greatest Popes and human beings in history.

Highlights

  • Follow in the footsteps of John Paul II
  • Visit Wadowice, the pope's childhood home
  • Visit the Sanctuary in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, included on the UNESCO World Heritage List
  • Stop at the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Lagiewniki

Description

Your tour begins with a visit to Łagiewniki, which is connected with the cult of the Divine Mercy, the grave of St. Faustina Kowalska and St. John Paul II. Here you can find the Divine Mercy Sanctuary and the “Have No Fear!” John Paul II Center, a center in Kraków dedicated to the life and work of Pope John Paul II, which also houses his relic, a glass capsule of his blood. On the way to Wadowice, 'the place where it all began', you will visit the Sanctuary in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, included on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1999. In Wadowice, the pope's hometown, you will see the places dearest to Karol Wojtyła during his childhood and adolescence, including the parish church where he was baptized and the house where he was born, which is now a museum. Finally, visit the Archbishop's Palace which was Wojtyła's last residence before leaving for the Vatican in 1978. There one can see the famous 'papal window', where John Paul II used to show up to chat and chant with the youth of Kraków during all his visits and where thousands of people lit candles and prayed during his last days.

Includes

Transport service (air-conditioned vehicle) Guide-driver Tour of the museum in Wadowice (audioguide) Entrance ticket to the museum in Wadowice Hotel pick up and drop off

Important Information

  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • This tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately. 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.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Gallery

My Guide Book Now! From Krakow: In the Footsteps of John Paul II

My Lists

Create New Guide

OR

Mini Guides
Arrow

Login to create your guides for Krakow.

Add to My Guide

Create New Guide

Cancel

Cancel

Recommended Experiences in Krakow

500+ trusted car hire partners globally

Create & Share your own Guide to Krakow with friends and family!

Add your recommended places to visit by browsing the website and pressing the icon.

Create your own guide of favourite 'must see' places

Earn your Local Expert badge by Sharing your guides with others

Get your guide seen by submitting it to the Mini Guides section

Lists

We Are Part of the My Guide Network!

My Guide Krakow is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.

We are now in 120+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.

Nearby Destinations

Events in Krakow

Filter Events by Sub-Category

Please select a Date first.

Search for a company in Krakow