Krakow Skip The Line Wawel Castle & Old Town Guided Tour

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(3 reviews)

4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Explore the history of Krakow around the best places in the city. Check interior of the castle and feel the vibe of medieval times, have a look at amazing Wawel Hill, walk along Royal Road and admire Old Town with stunning churches and monuments.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description carefully as each option includes a different program

4-Hours Guided Tour
During 4-hours version you will explore Krakow Old Town, Wawel Hill and Wawel Castle with State Rooms.

5-Hours Guided Tour
During 5-hours tour you'll visit the Wawel Hill, Wawel Castle with State Rooms and enjoy a longer tour of the Old Town attractions.

Start with the top attraction - amazing Wawel Castle. First, you will have an opportunity to explore this fascinating castle from the outside, where you will see its most important points like defensive walls, Wawel Dragon, Wawel Cathedral and much more.

What's Included

Skip-the-line tickets to the Wawel Castle State Rooms
Tour program adapted to the preferences of the group
Tips about local restaurants, patisseries, pubs
Walking tour of Krakows Old Town and Wawel Castle led by licensed guide
Pickup from hotels in Krakow

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of John Paul II Monument, Wawel 3, 31-001 Kraków

End point

Barbican of Krakow

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square

    Visit huge 10-acre square, the largest in any of Europe's medieval cities, features the 16th-century Renaissance Cloth Hall

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    St Mary's Basilica

    One of the most famous of Poland's churches, this Gothic structure features two striking towers of different hights and surprisingly richly decorated insight

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Stare Miasto

    The 13th century merchants' town is home to Europe's largest market square and offers numerous historical houses, palaces and churches with magnificent interiors, 14th century fortifications

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Wawel Royal Castle

    Serving as a royal residence and the site where the country's rulers governed Poland for five centuries, this castle is a symbol of the independent Polish state. The entrence is possible for request

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Wawel Cathedral

    National shrine known for its superb religious art including the giant bell of Zygmunt of 1520, one of the world's largest, and the burial place of many Polish kings and their families. Entrence is in free parts of Cathedral in opening hours.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Sukiennice (Cloth Hall)

    Considered the world's oldest shopping mall, the present Renaissance structure dates from 1555 and features in its interior many food stalls and small shops, terrace cafes and flower stands

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Planty Park

    A scenic walkway that circles a park around the Old Town

    Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Bazylika Franciszkanow Sw. Franciszka Z Asyzu

    Decorated with vibrant colors and Stanislaw Wyspianski’s famous stained glass window “God the Father.” The entrence is possible for request

    Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Church of St. Peter and St. Paul

    This is a beautiful cathedral with organ concerts. The entrence is possible for request

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Barbican, Museum of Krakow

    Styled after Arab defensive architecture, this masterpiece of medieval military engineering with its circular fortress was added to the city's fortifications in the late 15th century.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    St. Florian's Gate

    Encircling the Old Town district, this 14th-century gate and its four towers are the remnants of the city's fortifications, most of which were destroyed at the beginning of the nineteenth century.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Ulica Florianska

    This is a great street which is extremely photogenic, is just one amazing street to walk down.

    Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Monument of the Wawel Dragon

    Unique concept that you would have a dragon like sculpture that is actually breathing fire. It's possible to see for request

    Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Museum of Krakow Town Hall Tower

    Built of stone and brick at the end of the 13th century, this massive Gothic tower stands 70 meters tall and leans just 55 centimeters, a result of a strong wind in 1703.

    Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Church of St. Adalbert

    This is a beautiful little church with a fabulous domed ceiling. It's possible to entry for request.

    Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Slowacki Theatre

    Named after the great Romantic playwright Juliusz Slowacki, this baroque-style theater was built in 1892 and continues to feature regular performances of plays and operas. It's possible to see for request.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Royal Way (Droga Krolewska)

    Historic walking trail through the heart of Krakow was once the route taken during Royal processions and funerals.

    Admission ticket free
  • 18
    Little Market Square (Maly Rynek)

    Small very colourful and adorable market square with souvenirs sellers.

    Admission ticket free
  • 19
    Szczepanski Square

    One of the smaller squares in Krakow but still nice for a walk round or to sit on one of the benches. It's possible to see for request.

    Admission ticket free
  • 20
    Eros Bound

    An amazing sculpture of a head that occupies a prime position on the square. You cannot miss it and it’s a good photo oppurtunity.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 21
    Dominican Church

    A very beautiful and ornate Church from 1223 and this amazing Catholic church is a great example of Gothic architecture. Entrence possible for request.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 22

    A bronze statue of the greatest Polish romantic poet in a city he never visited.

    Admission ticket free
  • 23
    University Collegiate Church Of St. Anne In Krakow

    A very nice Baroque church and one of the finest churches in Krakow. It's possible to see for request.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 24
    Statue of John Paul II

    A good resemblance and a fitting tribute to the legacy of a great pope who was closely connected to the city of Krakow.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 25

    Situated behind St Mary’s Cathedral, this church is smaller but equally beautiful. So peaceful and tranquil inside, it is a lovely place to visit.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Defensive structure as a symbole of the ancient and medieval force in Krakow

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please check your email the day before the tour in order to receive important information.
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