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Wawel Castle Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry Tickets to the Interiors

Visitors exploring Wawel Castle grounds on a guided tour in Krakow, Poland.
Wawel Royal Castle exterior with towers and courtyard in Krakow, Poland.
Tourists examining a miniature model of Wawel Royal Castle in a garden setting.
Wawel Castle Royal Apartments entrance with arched balconies and visitors.

Duration

1 hr - 3 hr

Open today

10:00am - 04:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Explore the Wawel Royal Castle, the symbol of Polish statehood and one of the first UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, with an expert guide.

4.4/5

(756)

Michael Reisinger

Michael

Jul 2025
Verified booking
4/5
The tour was very interesting and the woman who guided us was very knowledgeable. Unfortunately, there were too many groups in the rooms at the same time.
Katrina Lynne Robinson

Katrina

Jun 2025
Verified booking
4/5
The knowledge and sincerity of the guide was excellent. She was passionate about imparting what she knew in a calm and considered way.
Waldemar Grünberg

Waldemar

Apr 2025
Verified booking
4/5
It was ok, but in an hour of time you can't explore much. Also, one group "pushes" the other group, so it was a bit stressful.
    • Explore Krakow's iconic landmark & UNESCO site with skip-the-line tickets and a guided tour to delve into Polish history.

    • See the Royal Private Apartments, adorned with tapestries, paintings, and chandeliers to see how Polish royalty lived.

    • See the Oriental Art section, boasting Europe's largest collection of Ottoman tents, with a guided tour in English or Spanish.

    • Fun fact: Legend says that Wawel Hill was once home to a dragon. You can even see a fire-breathing statue of the dragon near the castle.

    • 1 to 3-hour guided tour of Wawel Castle (based on option selected)

    • Skip-the-line entry to Wawel Castle

    • Guide fluent in English, Spanish or Polish (based on option selected)

    • Guided tour of royal apartments and interiors (based on option selected)

    • Guided tour of the crown treasury (based on option selected)

    • Guided tour of the Wawel exhibition (based on option selected)

    • Guided tour of interiors (based on option selected)

    • Entry to the cathedral
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from France, Spain, United Kingdom and over 20 countries have loved this experience

    Michael Reisinger

    Michael

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The tour was very interesting and the woman who guided us was very knowledgeable. Unfortunately, there were too many groups in the rooms at the same time.
    Hermínia Maria Ferreira Magalhães

    Hermínia

    Sep, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Everything was very well organized and the guide was knowledgeable and attentive.
    ISABEL BEGOÑA HILILLO CERDÁ

    Isabel

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Local guide, with good explanation in Spanish
    VALLE CHRISTELLE

    Valle

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Dietmar Fahrig

    Dietmar

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
  • See the crown jewel of Krakow

    Skip the queues and take a captivating journey through Wawel Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Krakow's shining crown. Explore the heart of the castle, marveling at the exquisite Royal Private Apartments adorned with tapestries, paintings, and chandeliers. Imagine yourself walking in the footsteps of Polish royalty as your expert guide unveils the castle's fascinating history. Learn about the castle's intriguing role in Polish history.

    Dive deeper into Wawel

    Immerse yourself in a world of treasures at the Oriental Art section, boasting Europe's largest collection of Ottoman tents. Explore the picturesque courtyard, soaking in the castle's majestic ambiance. As you wander, keep an eye out for the fire-breathing statue of the Wawel Dragon near the castle, a reminder of the legendary creature once said to have resided on the hill. Upgrade your tour to see the Crown Treasury.

  • Wawel Royal Castle

    Monday10:00am - 04:00pmlast entry 03:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 05:00pmlast entry 04:00pm
  • What’s not allowed

    • Flash photography and tripods are not allowed.

    Accessibility

    • This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at Kanonicza 25.

    • Address: Kanonicza 25, 33-332 Kraków, Poland.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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