Guided Tours

Wawel Castle & Cathedral Guided Tour

4.4/5(1,013)

Anna B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Great tour, Alex has alot of knowledge about all History in general and about Castle Grounds. She explains everything in interesting way . I got English tour with my friend and even through I am from Poland and visiting Castle before on my own, I found a facts I didnt knew about before.

Alessandro M

Family

Verified booking

Last week

A simply wonderful trip. The guide was knowledgeable and attentive; he explained everything—and then some—and was happy to offer additional advice and explanations. We were truly happy with this day. Thank you to everyone for organizing it. Alessandro

Kamila A

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Wawel and the Cathedral... absolutely beautiful places; our guide Wojtek was fantastic (friendly, smiling, speaking from the heart without just reciting a script)—places I highly recommend. If I get the chance, I’ll definitely come back again.

Chiara P

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The tour guide was excellent! It would have been perfect to have a brochure with the dates so we could better follow the progression of Polish history as it was explained to us! Thank you!

Clelia D

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The tour was very interesting and the castle is definitely worth a visit , better with someone who has passion abs knowledge so you understand about the building you are visiting . Ours , in the point of view of the group was a bit too long and boring at times as most of the people weren't so interested in polish history . There was only a bit of too much henphasis in the story . Overall good experience with a knowledgeable lady

Nowak R

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Tour was ok, there's a lot more to see , I feel like we would of done better just to get tickets at the door and have access to a lot more areas that were not included in the tour.

Explore the history and grandeur of Krakow on a 2-hour guided tour of the renowned Wawel Castle and Cathedral.

Step inside Wawel Castle, marvel at its Renaissance and Baroque treasures, and enjoy access to one permanent exhibition within the castle.

Discover the Gothic Wawel Cathedral, a site of Polish coronations, guided by an expert who brings its stories to life.

Pause to admire the views of the castle grounds and Wawel Hill, a historic site that has shaped Polish history since the 11th century.

Choose from 6 tour languages, add Rynek Underground Museum entry with complimentary lunch, or upgrade to a private guided tour.

2-hour guided tour of Wawel Castle & Wawel Cathedral

Entry ticket to the Wawel Cathedral

Entry ticket to one permanent exhibition inside the Wawel Castle (State Rooms, Royal Private Apartments, or Crown Treasury) as per availability

Professional guide available in English, German, French, Polish, Spanish & Italian (as per option selected)

A ticket to the Rynek Underground Museum (as per option selected)

Lunch (as per option selected)

Food & drinks (unless option for lunch is selected)

Entry to exhibitions other than those listed

Tips

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Kamila A
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Wawel and the Cathedral... absolutely beautiful places; our guide Wojtek was fantastic (friendly, smiling, speaking from the heart without just reciting a script)—places I highly recommend. If I get the chance, I’ll definitely come back again.
Anna V
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
The castle is definitely worth a visit. Our guide, Aneta, was excellent—her explanations were clear, and she was very helpful.
Anis A
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Our guide was a lovely lady, really nice to us and always smiling. She explained all the castel with pride and passion!!
Clelia D
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The tour was very interesting and the castle is definitely worth a visit , better with someone who has passion abs knowledge so you understand about the building you are visiting . Ours , in the point of view of the group was a bit too long and boring at times as most of the people weren't so interested in polish history . There was only a bit of too much henphasis in the story . Overall good experience with a knowledgeable lady
Anna B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Great tour, Alex has alot of knowledge about all History in general and about Castle Grounds. She explains everything in interesting way . I got English tour with my friend and even through I am from Poland and visiting Castle before on my own, I found a facts I didnt knew about before.

Uncover the rich history of Wawel Castle and its cathedral on a detailed 2-hour guided tour.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the meeting point near the main entrance to Wawel Hill. After a quick ticket check, your guide will introduce the tour and outline the key sites you’ll explore within the castle complex.

What to expect

Wawel Castle & Cathedral

Wawel Castle, a UNESCO site, has symbolized Polish royalty since the 11th century. The adjacent Gothic Wawel Cathedral served as the coronation site for Polish monarchs and remains an important religious landmark.

Features

Royal chambers: Step inside the State Rooms or Apartments to admire tapestries and architecture that reflect the castle’s artistic legacy.

Wawel Cathedral: Explore this Gothic masterpiece, where Polish kings were crowned and buried, and admire its chapels and the Crypt of Silver Bells.

Castle exteriors: Walk through the arcaded courtyard and view the castle’s fortifications, showcasing centuries of architectural evolution.

Extras

Choose from 6 guided tour languages, add Rynek Underground Museum entry with complimentary lunch, or upgrade to a private tour.

What to bring

Make sure to bring a valid passport or ID card along with your ticket.

What’s not allowed

Food and drinks are prohibited in certain areas.

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage may not be permitted inside the premises.

Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

This experience may not be fully accessible for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility, so please check in advance if you need special assistance.

Additional information

Please arrive on time, as late arrivals may prevent you from joining the tour.

Wawel Cathedral is an active place of worship, and during significant religious, state, or jubilee events, or visits from VIP guests, access to the cathedral, royal tombs, or bell tower may be restricted without prior notice.

If access is restricted, your tour will be replaced with another visit within the castle complex.

A dress code is required for entry to places of worship and selected museums. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed, and both men and women must cover their knees and shoulders. Entry may be refused if these requirements are not met.

The duration of the tour with entry to the Rynek Underground Museum is 5 hours and 30 minutes.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.