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The Lost Wawel

Discover the rich heritage of Polish Kings and Queens on this guided tour of the Private Apartaments and Cathedral at Wawel Castle, in Krakow. Discover the mysterious world of history and splendor at Wawel! We invite you for an unforgettable journey through time to the heart of the Polish royal past! See the amazing famous tapestries several meters high and discover the royal chambers. See the mysterious underground royal tombs. Climb the Bell Tower and touch the most famous Bell in Poland - Zygmunt! Choose your sightseeing option carefully - one of them does not include entry to Wawel Castle! Wawel is waiting for you Meet your licensed guide opposite of the castle at Kanonicza 25 and bypass line to visit the Private Apartaments and Catherdal tickets. Uncover magnificent works of art, crown jewels and more. Admire royal decorations of honor, rich decorations and evidence of medieval history. Choose from a tour with or without a ticket to the Private Apartaments. Save time with skip-the-line access to the Private Apartaments.   Be aware - entry to the Cathedral takes place according to the queue. Discover the secrets of medieval history, listen to stories about kings, battles, victories and defeats. Experience a real history lesson, we assure you that it will be the most interesting in your life.

After collecting your audioguide at the local Tourist Information Centre, listen to the commentary as you walk along Kanonicza Street to the Wawel Hill. Wawel has been the monarch’s residency from the 11th century and is also the site where Polish royals were crowned and buried.  Once you've arrived at the Royal Castle, hear about the role of each building, and the stories behind them. You will learn about the history of Main Courtyard, the Arcaded Courtyard, as well as the Crown Treasury and Armory. End the tour at the famous Dragon’s Den.

Wawel Castle was the residence of the royal family of Poland till 1795. It is a source of great Polish pride and stands as one of the most spectacular buildings on the top of Wawel Hill.  During your tour of the castle, you will get the chance to witness the grandeur of Poland’s past as you pass through the magnificent halls of the castle. Presently, the castle also houses a museum that includes beautiful artifacts preserved from the historic times when kings and queens ruled the country. During your tour, you may also visit the Royal private apartments adorned with exquisite tapestries, paintings, and chandeliers.  The castle serves as a premier art museum and also includes an Oriental Art section with the largest collection of Ottoman tents on the European continent. This 14th-century castle built by King Casimir II the Great was at the top of its opulence in the 16th century when King Sigismund the Old commissioned the castle to be expanded and built into what it looks like today. Once you are in the castle, you will be transported into the era of kings and queens as your guide shares information about the royals who once lived in the castle and the myths surrounding this beautiful place. You may also get to see the Wawel exhibition, which displays objects uncovered during archaeological excavations around the region. It also includes scale models of buildings and other architectural elements.  Wawel Castle is recognized as a Unesco World Heritage site and is known to have immense cultural and historical significance in Poland.

Welcome to the heart of Krakow, where history, culture and beauty combine. The old town, which survived the Second World War, pulsates with the atmosphere of the time when it was the capital of the largest European country. Accompany us on a tour of a city that has hardly changed since the Middle Ages and find out why it was included in the very first UNESCO list of the World Heritage Site! Explore the Royal Route: When you follow the royal route, you will pass breathtaking sights, including the magnificent Wawel lock, the impressive St. Marien-Basilica and the busy main market. Each place contains part of the city's history, and our expert guides give these stories to the life and add of the history and culture of Polen's valuable information. Cultural Center: The old town of Krakau has long been a cultural center in which artists, scholars and leading personalities live from all over Europe. We show you where to find the traces of the city in their heyday in the 15th and 16th centuries when Copernicus went through these streets themselves. A jewel of the UNESCO World Heritage Site: The old town and the Wawel Castle are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, for good reason. The charming streets, the impressive architecture and the rich history make them one of the best preserved and most popular travel destinations in Europe. A unique experience: What makes our old town tour really extraordinary is the depth of the insight you will win. We not only show you the sights, but also give you connections, stories and a real understanding of this extraordinary place. On this 2h 30 minutes of Pay What You Wish Walkative! You will see tour: - the medieval city walls and the Barbican - the main market with the Tuchhalle - The St. Mary's church with its famous trumpeter -Collegium Maius, the oldest building at the oldest university in Central East Europe - Archbishopric Palace and the "papal window" by Johannes Paul II. - The Wawelhügel with the cathedral and the castle courtyard - Wawel dragon - and much more...!

Join a Guided Tour of Wawel Royal Hill Explore one of Poland's most significant historical sites with a guided tour of Wawel Royal Hill. Discover where Polish kings and queens reigned, and uncover the secrets of the royals with your expert local guide. Begin your journey passing by Cracow's most luxurious hotel and the house of Jan Długosz, offering a stunning view of Wawel Hill. Ascend through the Arms Gate, stopping at the monument to Tadeusz Kościuszko, a national hero, and walk past the entrance to Wawel Cathedral. Continue to the heart of Wawel Hill, visiting the medieval courtyard and the Austrian Hospital for panoramic views of Krakow. Pass by Sandomierska Tower and descend through the Bernardyńska Gate to the cave of the Wawel Dragon. Explore the Royal Wawel Castle, one of Poland’s most important museums since 1930. Admire a vast collection of Renaissance and Baroque art, including tapestries of Zygmunt August, Italian paintings, and the largest collection of tents in Europe. End your tour at the Wawel Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece where Polish monarchs were crowned. Experience the rich history and architectural beauty of Wawel Royal Hill.

This award-winning tour is the best way to learn the history of Krakow's Jewish Quarter. The small fee paid to Get Your Guide is a booking fee to secure your place on the tour. On the day, you will join City Walks Krakow's donations-based tour. Our guides work for contributions at the end. The amount you donate is up to you. What you will see: The tour takes you to the heart of the 700-year-old Jewish Quarter of Krakow including the World War Two ghetto. Kazimierz was the centre of Jewish life in Poland. Wander through its picturesque cobbled streets past historic synagogues and temples and learn how this quaint part of Krakow was forever changed during the Second World War. We visit the former Krakow ghetto, the empty chairs holocaust memorial, and Schindler’s List filming locations. As well as discussing the German Army’s occupation of Krakow. You'll also see how Kazimierz is now a revived hub of street art and food. No trip to Krakow is complete without a visit to the Jewish Quarter.

See Krakow's magnificent landmarks with an expert local guide. Visit the Wawel Cathedral and the Royal Wawel Castle. Learn about Polish kings and queens while visiting the Royal Chambers. Explore the residence of Polish kings at the Royal Wawel Castle, which has become one of the most important museums in Poland since 1930. See a vast collection of paintings, graphics, sculptures, fabrics, goldsmiths, military items, porcelain, and furniture, recreating the appearance of the rooms from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Visit the Royal chambers that display the famous tapestries of Zygmunt August and magnificent Renaissance Italian paintings from the Lanckoronski collection. See the Wawel collections of Eastern art contain the largest collection of tents in Europe. Get entrance to the Wawel Cathedral and admire the Gothic structure that was once a sanctuary where Polish monarchs were crowned.

Discover the residence of Polish kings at the Royal Wawel Castle and visit Wawel Cathedral on a guided tour in Krakow. Let your guide teach you about the royal history of Poland. Make your way to the castle after meeting your guide at St. Mary Magdalene Square. Explore Wawel Castle with your guide as you learn about the history of the Polish monarchy. See the castle's vast collection of paintings, sculptures, fabrics, furniture and other treasures. Visit the king's royal chambers and see how the kings of Poland once lived. Have a look at the famous tapestries of King Zygmunt August and the magnificent Renaissance paintings of the Lanckoronski collection. Afterward, enter the stately Wawel Cathedral for a tour. Admire the Gothic architecture and see the place where Poland's kings were crowned.

Benefit from pick-up at your hotel, and then travel to the train station to board the express train to Krakow. A local guide will meet you on arrival. Experience the atmosphere of the city of the Kings of Poland at the landmark monuments of the medieval Old Town. Visit Wawel Castle and see some of its ceremonial rooms, and gaze in awe at the beauty of Sigismund Chapel inside the Royal Cathedral. Learn more about the Piast, Jagiellonian and Vasa dynasties and admire tapestries that once belonged to King Sigismund August. Look at the monumental Cloth Hall on Main Market Square. Discover the remains of the old city wall and learn about the ceremonial St. Florian's Gate. See the oldest synagogue in Poland in the Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz, and get the chance to buy souvenirs of amber and silver jewelry along the way.

During this tour we offer you what is the best of Wawel Castle. Get your skip-the-line ticket, enter easier and faster, learn from an experienced guide who has a special Wawel license and know historical facts as same as legends, finally feel comfortable in a small group instead of crowds where you barely hear. Moreover, you decide how many highlights of Wawel Castle you wish to see. Check this out! Wawel is huge and divided into several parts, so we offer different options for your best experience. Follow the schedule and enjoy full sightseeing or join one of scheduled tours: Start the tour at 10:00 am and explore magnificent Wawel Hill. Your guide will introduce you to the world of Polish Kings, Medieval times, battles and history of the Castle while walking around Courtyards. Wawel Cathedral visible on the horizon will surely stir emotions. It’s the richest part of Wawel Hill and the most important cathedral across Poland, a great architectural masterpiece. Get inside and see its beauty! It’s a former place of coronation Polish kings and their burial place. Be ready, at 11:15 am take part in a tour inside Wawel Castle State Rooms. Enter the great castle - the home of famous Polish Kings, like Zygmunt III Waza. Royal State Rooms are full of ancient paintings and stunning tapestries, which have been preserved from original decoration. See unique elements, like Ceiling with Heads. Hear about events which took place in the exact room where you stand now. Choose which part of Wawel you are most interested in and simply choose one attraction from: Wawel Cathedral with Courtyard & Hill or Wawel State Rooms. Or take part in our recommended tour, the special 3-hours full schedule, then you will visit all places and additionally Royal Private Apartments. Sneak into the private life of Kings. Enjoy a 1 hour tour of wealth. See collection of silver tableware, amazing paintings, column hall and renaissance furniture. Take the chance, as we are the only one company who organizes guided tours there.