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Krakow: Wawel Castle & Cathedral Guided Tour

2 hours

Easy

Explore Wawel Castle and Cathedral with an expert guide and uncover royal chambers, beautiful chapels, and centuries of fascinating Polish history.

Discover the beauty and significance of Wawel Castle and Cathedral, two of Krakow’s most important historic sites, on a guided tour created for travelers with a passion for history and art. Rising above the city on Wawel Hill, this former royal residence has been at the heart of Polish political and cultural life for centuries.


Highlights

• Guided tour of Wawel Castle and Cathedral with fast-track entry

• Visit royal apartments, outstanding art collections, and richly decorated chapels

• Hear the stories of Polish kings, queens, coronations, and national icons

• Visit the Sigismund Bell and enjoy sweeping views of Krakow


With skip-the-line access and the insight of a licensed guide, this tour offers a thoughtful and engaging exploration of Krakow’s most iconic landmark—ideal for enthusiasts of history, architecture, and fine art.


Itinerary:

Wawel Royal Castle / 1 hour |/ Admission ticket included

Follow your professional guide through the impressive State Rooms of the Royal Castle, now a renowned museum. Admire refined Renaissance interiors, historic tapestries, and the celebrated Lanckoroński collection of Italian art. Exhibits of porcelain, arms, and Eastern artifacts—including Europe’s largest set of Ottoman tents—highlight Poland’s historic role as a meeting point of cultures.


Wawel Cathedral / 1 hour / Admission ticket included

Continue to the majestic Gothic Wawel Cathedral, the spiritual heart of Poland. This is where generations of monarchs were crowned and buried. Explore its ornate chapels, golden domes, and architectural masterpieces, climb the bell tower for panoramic city views, and touch the Sigismund Bell before visiting the royal crypts.


Meeting point: plac Swietej Marii Magdaleny, 31-044 Krakow. Meet your guide on the St. Mary Magdalene Square, at the Piotr Skarga Monument.  They will hold an Wawel Castle & Cathedral Guided Tour  sign.  (click to go to the Google maps)          

Endpoint: Wawel Cathedral, Krakow                 

ENG Contact Number: +48 727 001 040

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What's included?

    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

    Exclusions
      Please note

        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. 


        What to bring

          This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and be prepared for the different weather conditions. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.