Krakow Skip The Line Wawel Castle & Old Town Guided Tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish
Operated by: Rosotravel - Wawel Castle and other Tours

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Adults (7–100 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Pickup from hotels in Krakow

Itinerary

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
St Mary's Basilica

15 min

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

20 min

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.
Sukiennice (Cloth Hall)

15 min

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
Planty Park

A scenic walkway that circles a park around the Old Town
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
Church of St. Peter and St. Paul

15 min

This is a beautiful cathedral with organ concerts. The entrence is possible for request
Barbican, Museum of Krakow

15 min

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.
St. Florian's Gate

15 min

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.
Ulica Florianska

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

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

15 min

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.
Royal Way (Droga Krolewska)

Historic walking trail through the heart of Krakow was once the route taken during Royal processions and funerals.
Little Market Square (Maly Rynek)

Small very colourful and adorable market square with souvenirs sellers.
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.
Eros Bound

10 min

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.
Dominican Church

15 min Admission not included

A very beautiful and ornate Church from 1223 and this amazing Catholic church is a great example of Gothic architecture. Entrence possible for request.
Adam Mickiewicz Monument (Pomnik Adama Mickiewicza)

A bronze statue of the greatest Polish romantic poet in a city he never visited.
University Collegiate Church Of St. Anne In Krakow

15 min

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

10 min

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

15 min

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.
Baszta Sandomierska - Sandomierska Tower

Passing by

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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

End point

Barbican of Krakow

Using your ticket

Customer Info on the voucher:

1. Please check your email the day before your tour for important information from your tour operator.

2. Present this voucher to your guide or driver upon arrival. Please note that this voucher is not an entrance ticket.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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.
Please ensure you are on time. Being late may prevent you from joining the tour
Please note that it is a group tour which means that other participants may join the group

Options

5-Hours Guided Tour

Duration: 5 hours: During 5-hours tour you'll visit Wawel Hill, Wawel Castle with State Rooms & enjoy a longer tour of the Old Town attractions.

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. PLKR021
4-Hours Guided Tour

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

Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. PLKR021