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Discover the life of John Paul II on a guided tour of Krakow. Visit the Wawel Cathedral, the Bishop's Palace, and the Church and Pauline Monastery at Skałka.

Highlights

• Step into the past and learn about the life of John Paul II in Krakow
• Visit the Wawel Cathedral and see where the Pope celebrated his first Mass
• See the Bishop's Palace and the 'Papal Window' where the Pope greeted crowds
• Discover the Church and Pauline Monastery at Skałka, where the Pope met with young people
• Explore the city's historic sites and learn about the Pope's spiritual journey

Description

Follow in the footsteps of Pope John Paul II on a guided tour of Krakow. See the places that he loved and that inspired him, including the Bishop’s Palace, the John Paul II Center, and the Wawel Cathedral. Start your tour with a visit to the Bishop’s Palace, where John Paul II lived and worked. Continue to the John Paul II Center, where you can see personal mementos of the Pope. Next, head to the Wawel Cathedral, where John Paul II celebrated his first Mass and was consecrated as a bishop. Continue to the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Łagiewniki, a sanctuary associated with the religious life and revelations of St. Sister Faustina Kowalska. See the Błonia, a 48-hectare meadow where John Paul II celebrated masses. Visit St. Florian's Church, where John Paul II worked as a vicar. Continue to the Main Market Square with St. Mary's Church, a place that strongly influenced the spirituality of Karol Wojtyla. Visit the Jagiellonian University - Collegium Maius, the oldest university in Poland, where John Paul II graduated from the Polish philology faculty. Head to the Bishop's Palace and see the 'Papal Window' where John Paul II greeted crowds during his papal pilgrimage. Continue to the Church of St. Francis of Assisi and Franciscan Monastery, one of the Pope's favorite places for prayer and meditation. Walk down Kanonicza Street, where Karol Wojtyla lived in a tiny room in the house No 19 after completing his doctorate. When he received an episcopal ordination, he moved to an apartment in the neighboring house No. 21. Finally, visit the Wawel Cathedral, where John Paul II celebrated his first Mass in St. Leonard’s Crypt in the basement of the Cathedral. In this beautiful church, where Polish kings were crowned, he was consecrated bishop.

Includes

Licensed Krakow guide with excellent knowledge Visit to key sites associated with John Paul II Customizable tour itinerary

Important Information

• Wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking. Be prepared for any weather; bring appropriate clothing. Photography is allowed, but flash photography is restricted in certain areas.

Easy cancellation

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