Krakow Wawel Castle Guided Tour

4.7
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Duration: 2 hours
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Experience Highlights

Wawel Hill is undoubtedly one of the most symbolic and sacred sites in the whole of Poland. You’ll have the chance to explore it in depth with an expert local guide. What’s more , when you enter with your group to begin the tour, you won’t have to wait in long queues at the entrance.

During this tour, you’ll discover the wonders of Wawel Castle and Wawel Cathedral, including one of the permanent exhibitions inside the castle.

  • You’ll have tickets to explore Wawel Castle and Wawel Cathedral in depth – two national landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
  • Enjoy this experience with an expert local guide and without having to queue.
  • Explore the royal apartments as if you were travelling back in time.

What’s included

  • Entrance to Wawel Castle
  • Entrance to Wawel Cathedral
  • Admission to one of the castle’s permanent exhibitions (subject to availability)
  • Fast-track access, no queuing.

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Step by Step

This activity consists of a skip-the-queue guided tour , during which you’ll learn about one of Poland’s most significant religious and political sites: Wawel Hill. During the tour, you’ll visit Wawel Castle and the Cathedral to gain a more comprehensive insight.

This castle, featuring Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance architecture, served as a residence for Polish kings such as Sigismund II. Today, the castle is one of the country’s finest art museums, with collections of gold and silverware, armour, tapestries, paintings and much more.

You’ll also have access to the interior of Wawel Cathedral. This cathedral was a religious symbol for the whole of Poland for centuries, and it was the site of funerals and coronations for figures such as Saint Stanislaus, the bishop. The Royal Chapel, with its gilded dome, and the Wawel Bells are among the treasures most prized by visitors.

In addition, the statues of Pope John Paul II and General Tadeusz Kościuszko are monuments of great national significance which you’ll pass by during the tour.

The atmosphere and the artistic and historical richness of Wawel will take you on a journey through time, exploring Poland’s history. Not to mention legends such as that of the Wawel Dragon, which will make you feel as though you’re living in a real fairy tale.

Reviews

4.7
· 1.273 Reviews
  • M
    M.
    5
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    The castle contains an enormous amount of rooms, I didn't imagine it was so big until I saw it in person. I would say that it takes several days to tour it completely and better understand its history.
  • R
    R.
    5
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    An emblematic place in Krakow, full of impressive and very curious stories. It was a good choice to take this tour, not only for the fact of seeing the castle but also for how informative it was.
  • F
    F.
    5
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    Very attractive castle, with beautiful views. I felt it was a very personalized experience, the treatment with the guide was very good at all times. I take a precious memory with my husband of this place.
  • G
    G.
    4
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    The walk to the castle is very worthwhile. Although the duration does not benefit the tour much, I think it is a good choice if you are in Krakow.

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