Krakow Guided Tour: Wawel Castle, Cathedral, the Old Town & St. Mary's Basilica
Krakow
Krakow Guided Tour: Wawel Castle, Cathedral, the Old Town & St. Mary's Basilica
3.5 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Travel through Krakow’s extensive history and deep-dive into ancient secrets while walking through four of its renowned landmarks that make the city as popular as it is.
Start your tour at Wawel Castle, now a museum, that’s recently acquired exclusive paintings by Brueghel the Younger and Willem Claesz Heda for an exorbitant fee.
Before visiting the gorgeous Cathedral, stop to admire the castle’s tapestries by the renowned Zygmunt August and Renaissance paintings.
If you’re ready to get charmed by the medieval magnificence of Krakow then the Old Town awaits you; where you can visit St. Mary’s Basilica, see Veit Stoss’s stunning altarpiece, woodcarvings, and more.
Fun fact: If you’re a Steven Spielberg fan, you must know that many scenes from Schindler’s List were shot in Krakow.
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Wawel Castle guided tour with access to one permanent exhibition in the castle (Staterooms, Royal private apartments, or Crown treasury subject to availability)
Access to Wawel Cathedral
Old Town guided tour with access to St. Mary’s Basilica
Exhibitions not listed in the experience
Lunch during the tour
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Of castles and cathedrals of Krakow
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On this guided tour of Krakow city, you are in for an archaeological, architectural, and artistic treat. You will start your tour at the Wawel Castle which was typically the residence of Polish kings and considered a symbol of statehood. This castle is now a museum with a collection of famous paintings, sculptures, fabrics, porcelain, military symbols, etc. Works of Roger van der Wayden, best known for his detailed yet emotional take on art, are something to admire. Then we have works by Quentin Massys, Ambrosius Benson, and Bartholomaeus Spranger; best known for their Gothic and Renaissance art, which can be found here.
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Once you are done staring at the sheer magnificence of the castle, you will then proceed to the nearly 1000-year-old Wawel cathedral. This cathedral is famous for holding the tombs of Polish kings in the crypts beneath, which makes it a pious site for the people of Poland.
The good ol’ charm of the ‘Old town’
- The Old Town of Krakow has cobblestone streets, where art, history, and entertainment meet, and it’s one spot you do not want to miss. The tour takes you to St. Mary’s Basilica, that’s at the corner of Market Square where the Veit Stoss altarpiece stands in all its glory.
Since all this exploring might make your bellies rumble, the Market Square is your go-to for all things drinks and food.
- Tip: Once you’re done with the tour, you can visit the underground museum of Rynek and have fun pub-hopping your way through the bars at Market Square to quench your thirst.
Know before you go
What to bring
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Bring a warm, waterproof coat, hat, and gloves during winter and autumn.
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Don’t forget an umbrella or a rain jacket for year-round downpours.
What’s not allowed
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Consumption of alcohol in public places is prohibited.
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Strict Dress Code: No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed, knees and shoulders need to be covered. Entry can be refused if one doesn’t comply with these requirements.
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Avoid sightseeing activities during a religious ceremony.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair accessible only in certain areas.
Additional information
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Keep local currency (zloty) handy for expenses like meals, drinks, and shopping.
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You can check out the free events calendar, available in public libraries, for events happening around the city.
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