The State Rooms at Wawel Royal Castle

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.

Step into history with a guided tour of the former residence of Polish kings and a symbol of statehood, Wawel Castle. Discover the castle, which became a museum in 1930, and hosts a vast collection of paintings, graphics, sculptures, fabrics, goldsmiths, military items, porcelain, and furniture. See inside the chambers that display the famous tapestries of Zygmunt August and the magnificent renaissance Italian paintings from the Lanckoronski collection. Explore the Wawel collections of eastern art, one of the largest and most important collections of tents in Europe. Learn all about how the castle is also an important center for the conservation of art. Feel like you’re walking back through time as you discover the permanent exhibitions which decorated the way they would have been during the renaissance and baroque periods.

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.

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.

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...!

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.

Discover the rich heritage of Polish Kings and Queens on this guided tour of the Crown Treasury 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 - the Treasury at Wawel! Discover the extraordinary treasures that have shone in the crowns of kings and queens for centuries, emanating with power and beauty. This magnificent exhibition puts before you jewels that have survived the ages to tell their tale of glory and power. Ignite the imagination with the sparkles of diamonds, precious stones and gold that are still a living part of our heritage. Get ready for a thrilling journey into history, where you'll encounter masterpieces of craftsmanship and beauty that continues to amaze. Do not miss the chance to immerse yourself in the blink of an eye in the era of kings and queens, in the festive surroundings of Wawel - one of the most important and beautiful Polish fortresses. The treasury at Wawel is waiting for you Meet your licensed guide outside the castle and bypass line to visit the Crown Treasury. Uncover magnificent works of art, crown jewels, orbs, and more. Admire royal decorations of honor, including the mantle of the Knight of the Order of the Holy Spirit, and rare jewelry collections. Choose from a tour with or without a ticket to the Royal Armory. Save time with skip-the-line access to the Treasury.   Next, visit the Royal Armoury on a self-guided tour (if you have chosen that option). Explore its collection of richly decorated weapons, donated to Polish kings by medieval rulers from across Europe. See the original famous winged Polish Hussars’ armor and weapons. Take in the exquisite gun exhibits of rifles, arquebuses, patrinals, and pistols from medieval European factories. View the most valuable collection of barrels in the country bearing the coats of arms of Polish kings, hetmans, and noblemen.

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.

Embark on a captivating journey through Kraków's rich history with a guided tour that weaves together four iconic landmarks: Wawel Castle, the Wawel Cathedral of Saint Stanislaus and Saint Wenceslaus, the Old Town, and St. Mary's Basilica, located at the Main Square. After ascending the Wawel Hill, you will see an exhibition inside the Wawel Castle. Our top guide will walk you through the intricate interior of the castle, which has been a residence of Polish kings for centuries. On this trip, you will also enter the grand Royal Cathedral, where Polish royalty was laid to rest. Next, you will have an opportunity to see the beauty of Kraków's Old Town. You will immerse yourself in its medieval charm and discover the heart of the city at the bustling Rynek Główny (Main Square). The tour includes a visit to St. Mary's Basilica, located in the corner of the Market Square, where the stunning Veit Stoss altarpiece captivates with its intricate woodcarvings and artistic brilliance. A famous Trumpet Call is played from the top of the Basilica's Tower every hour. This guided tour offers a seamless blend of architectural splendor, historical tales, and archeological discoveries, providing a comprehensive and enriching experience of Kraków's Old Town.