Krakow: Wawel Castle, St. Mary’s & Rynek Underground Tour
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Begin your journey at Wawel Castle and Cathedral, the heart of Poland’s royal legacy, then explore Krakow’s Old Town and St. Mary’s Basilica before uncovering medieval secrets in the Rynek Underground Museum.
Discover the splendor of Poland’s royal heritage on a guided tour of the Wawel Castle and Cathedral, Krakow’s most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then walk through Kraków’s Old Town. See the Collegium Maius and Cloth Hall, then enter St. Mary’s Basilica to marvel at the Veit Stoss altar.
Highlights:
• Expert guide brings the city’s past to life
• Admire Wawel Castle’s Renaissance beauty and the Gothic Cathedral of coronations
• Touch the mighty Sigismund Bell for good luck in the cathedral tower
• Marvel at the dazzling Veit Stoss altar inside St. Mary’s Basilica
• Discover Kraków’s UNESCO Old Town and its medieval history underground
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers cannot join and tickets are non-refundable
All group tours are conducted in one language, selected at booking, and limited to 30 participants.
A dress code applies for places of worship and selected museums: shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed; both men and women must cover knees and shoulders.
The Wawel Cathedral is an active place of worship; during religious or state events, access to the cathedral, royal tombs, or bell tower may be restricted without notice.
In such cases, entry will be replaced with another site within the castle complex. The order of sightseeing may change. The tour is not suitable for people with disabilities.
What To Expect
Wawel Royal Castle
Meet your guide and begin your journey into the world of monarchy, faith, and art. Step inside the Royal Castle, transformed in 1930 into one of Poland’s most important museums. Wander through grand chambers filled with Renaissance and Baroque interiors, paintings, sculptures, porcelain, and military artifacts. Marvel at treasures such as Flemish tapestries commissioned by King Sigismund II Augustus and Italian Renaissance masterpieces from the Lanckoroński collection. You will also see Wawel unique collection of Eastern art, including the largest set of Ottoman tents in Europe.
Wawel Cathedral
The highlight of your visit is the Wawel Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece that has witnessed the coronations, weddings, and funerals of Polish monarchs. Enter chapels and altars, then climb the tower to see the mighty Sigismund Bell—tradition says touching it brings good luck. Finally, descend to the crypts where kings, queens, poets, and national heroes rest, as your guide shares stories of power, devotion, and legacy.
Options
Polish Tour
English Tour
German Tour
Spanish Tour
Italian Tour
French Tour
What‘s Included
Ticket to the Wawel Cathedral & St. Mary's Basilica
Skip-the-line entrance ticket to one permanent exhibition at Wawel Castle
Licensed local guide
(State Rooms or Royal Private Apartments, or Crown Treasury — subject to availability)
Skip-the-line admission to the Rynek Underground Museum
Food, drinks
Tips
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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