Krakow: Wawel Castle, St. Mary’s & Rynek Underground Tour
Old Town, Krakow, Krakow
Begin your journey at Wawel Castle and Cathedral, the heart of Poland’s royal legacy, explore Krakow’s Old Town & St. Mary’s Basilica before uncovering medieval secrets in the Rynek Underground Museum
This guided walking tour in Krakow suits history enthusiasts interested in Polish monarchy, art, and medieval architecture.
Highlights
- Expert guide brings Krakow’s history to life
- Admire Wawel Castle’s Renaissance architecture and the Gothic Cathedral of coronations
- Touch the Sigismund Bell for good luck in the cathedral tower
- See the Veit Stoss altar inside St. Mary’s Basilica
- Explore Krakow’s UNESCO Old Town with medieval history at the Rynek Underground Museum
Description
Your tour begins next to Wawel Castle, where your guide introduces Polish monarchy, faith, and art. Inside the Royal Castle, explore grand rooms decorated with Renaissance and Baroque interiors, Flemish tapestries, Italian masterpieces, and Eastern art, including Europe’s largest collection of Ottoman tents.
Visit Wawel Cathedral, the site of royal coronations and ceremonies. See richly decorated chapels, the Sigismund Bell, and crypts housing Polish kings, queens, poets, and heroes.
Walk through the Old Town to Collegium Maius, the oldest Jagiellonian University building. Learn about scholars like Nicolaus Copernicus in its courtyard.
Arrive at the Main Market Square, Europe’s largest medieval square, and hear about the Cloth Hall’s history as a center of international trade.
Enter St. Mary’s Basilica to admire the Veit Stoss altarpiece, one of Europe’s greatest Gothic artworks, surrounded by stained glass and painted vaults.
The tour ends at the Rynek Underground Museum, featuring multimedia displays, archaeological remains, and reconstructed medieval streets revealing Krakow’s early trader life.
Includes
- Licensed local guide
- Skip-the-line ticket to one permanent exhibition at Wawel Castle (State Rooms, Royal Private Apartments, or Crown Treasury, subject to availability)
- Admission to Wawel Cathedral and St. Mary's Basilica
- Skip-the-line entry to Rynek Underground Museum
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Important Information
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts. Late arrivals cannot join and tickets are non-refundable.
- Group tours are in one language, selected at booking, limited to 30 participants.
- A dress code applies at places of worship and some museums: no shorts or sleeveless tops; knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
- Wawel Cathedral is an active worship site; access to certain areas may be restricted during religious or state events and replaced by other castle sites.
- The order of sightseeing may change.
- This tour is not suitable for people with disabilities.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and dress respectfully. Book early to secure your preferred language and time slot.
