Wawel Castle, Cathedral, & Rynek Underground Tour with Lunch

5.0
(4 reviews)
Krakow, Poland

5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Visit Wawel Castle and Cathedral with an expert-led tour, then continue underground for a skip-the-line guided experience at Krakow’s Rynek Museum beneath the Main Square.

Highlights
Guided tour of Wawel Castle and Cathedral with skip-the-line access
Explore royal chambers, chapels, and stunning art collections
Hear stories of monarchs, coronations, and national heroes
Touch the Sigismund Bell and enjoy panoramic views of Krakow
Explore Rynek Underground with relics, streets, and interactive exhibits

With priority entry and the guidance of a licensed professional, you’ll enjoy an enlightening experience of Krakow’s most majestic site—a must for lovers of art, architecture, and history.

What's Included

Lunch (without drinks)
Skip-the-line Tickets to the Underground Museum
Entrance to the iconic Wawel Cathedral — site of royal coronations
Fast-track access to one permanent Wawel Castle exhibition(availability varies)
Approximately 2-hour walking tour through the castle complex
Guided tour led by a certified local expert in Kraków’s royal history

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide on the St. Mary Magdalene Square, at the Piotr Skarga Monument. They will hold an Wawel Castle & Cathedral Guided Tour sign.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Wawel Royal Castle

    Experience the grandeur of Wawel Castle and Cathedral—two of Krakow’s most treasured landmarks—on a guided tour designed for those who appreciate history and art in equal measure. A symbol of Polish statehood and cultural excellence, Wawel Hill holds centuries of royal legacy within its walls. Your expert guide will lead you through the elegant State Rooms of the Royal Castle, now part of a world-class museum. Discover Renaissance interiors, elaborate tapestries, and the famed Lanckoroński collection of Italian paintings. The castle’s galleries of porcelain, weaponry, and Eastern art—including Europe’s largest collection of Ottoman tents—reflect Poland’s position at the crossroads of cultures.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Wawel Cathedral

    Next, explore the Gothic Wawel Cathedral, where monarchs were crowned, married, and laid to rest. Admire its ornate chapels, golden domes, and exquisite detail. Climb to the tower for panoramic views and the chance to touch the Sigismund Bell, before descending to the royal crypts—resting place of Poland’s greatest rulers and visionaries.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Krakow

    Restaurant Then, enjoy a relaxing lunch at a nearby bistro.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Muzeum Krakowa - Rynek Podziemny

    Afterwards explore Kraków’s best-kept secret—hidden just beneath your feet! With skip-the-line entry to the Rynek Underground Museum, you’ll explore a fascinating archaeological world where centuries of history come alive. Follow your expert guide through atmospheric tunnels under the Main Market Square, lined with remnants of old streets, stalls, and medieval trade relics. Hear stories of merchants, craftsmen, and travelers who once filled this thriving marketplace. Cutting-edge multimedia exhibits—holograms, sounds, and projections—recreate the lively rhythm of the Middle Ages. You’ll feel the hum of trade, the clatter of carts, and the heartbeat of a city that never stopped evolving.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers cannot join and tickets are non-refundable. All group tours are conducted in one language, selected at booking, and limited to 30 participants. A dress code applies for places of worship and selected museums: shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed; both men and women must cover knees and shoulders. The Wawel Cathedral is an active place of worship; during religious or state events, access to the cathedral, royal tombs, or bell tower may be restricted without notice. In such cases, entry will be replaced with another site within the castle complex. The order of sightseeing may change.
Supplied by Intercrac Sp. z o.o.

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Underground Tours
Culture
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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