Guided Tour of Wawel Castle & Cathedral

Old Town, Krakow, Krakow



Visit and admire the Gothic Wawel Cathedral and the Royal Wawel Castle. Learn about the Polish kings and queens of the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

Highlights

  • Go back to the time of kings and queens as you tour the imposing Wawel Castle
  • Learn about the rich history of the Polish monarchy from your guide
  • See the paintings, sculptures, and other artistic treasures in Wawel Castle
  • Visit the king's royal chambers to see how the monarchs once lived
  • Admire the imposing Gothic architecture on a tour of Wawel Cathedral

Description

Discover the residence of Polish kings at the Royal Wawel Castle and visit Wawel Cathedral on a guided tour in Krakow. Let your guide teach you about the royal history of Poland. Make your way to the castle after meeting your guide at St. Mary Magdalene Square. Explore Wawel Castle with your guide as you learn about the history of the Polish monarchy. See the castle's vast collection of paintings, sculptures, fabrics, furniture and other treasures. Visit the king's royal chambers and see how the kings of Poland once lived. Have a look at the famous tapestries of King Zygmunt August and the magnificent Renaissance paintings of the Lanckoronski collection. Afterward, enter the stately Wawel Cathedral for a tour. Admire the Gothic architecture and see the place where Poland's kings were crowned.

Includes

Guided tour led by a certified local expert in Kraków’s royal history Fast-track access to one permanent Wawel Castle exhibition(availability varies) Entrance to the iconic Wawel Cathedral — site of royal coronations Approximately 2-hour walking tour through the castle complex Headsets provided for all groups of 9 or more guests

Important Information

  • Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. After the group has entered, it will not be possible to join late, and tickets are non-refundable. All group tours are conducted in a single language chosen at the time of booking. Group size is limited to a maximum of 30 participants, in line with museum regulations. Please note that the meeting point is not on Wawel Hill; the exact location is provided on your voucher. A dress code is enforced in places of worship and selected museums: clothing must cover shoulders and knees, and shorts or sleeveless tops are not permitted.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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