Guided Tours

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

(762)

Michael

Jul 2025

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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

Jun 2025

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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.

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.

4.4
762 reviews
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What our guests say
Hermínia
Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Everything was very well organized and the guide was knowledgeable and attentive.
Isabel
Aug 2025
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5/5
Local guide, with good explanation in Spanish
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
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.
Luca
May 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Great organization, schedules and very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide to explain as much as possible!

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

Monday	10:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:00pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:00pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:00pm
Thursday	09:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:00pm
Friday	09:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:00pm
Saturday	09:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:00pm
Sunday	09:00am - 05:00pm	last 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.

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