Krakow: Wawel Hill Guided Tour with Entry to Wawel Cathedral

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Explore the seat of Polish Kings on a guided tour of Wawel Hill in Krakow. Enter Wawel Cathedral and Castle and learn about the history of this site while standing in the magnificent courtyard.

Highlights

  • Learn about Polish kings and their secrets by visiting the royal chambers
  • Admire Renaissance furniture and paintings by the great masters
  • See the Gothic Wawel Cathedral

Description

Meet your guide in the square near the royal castle. Walking towards it through the medieval streets, you will learn the general historical outline of this symbolic place. Later, your guide will introduce you to the world of crowned heads and past events while standing in the magnificent castle courtyard. There are also a few words about the characteristics of architectural styles. But most importantly - what is hidden behind the thick walls. Explore the residence of Polish kings with your experienced guide. See the rich collection of paintings, prints, sculptures, fabrics, goldsmiths, militaria, porcelain and furniture, recreating the appearance of rooms from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Visit the Royal Chambers, which are home to the famous tapestries of Sigismund Augustus and magnificent Renaissance Italian paintings. Enter the Wawel Cathedral and admire the Gothic structure that was once the sanctuary where Polish monarchs were crowned.

Includes

Professional Guide Entrance ticket to one permanent exhibition (State Rooms, Royal Private Apartments or Crown Treasury subject to availability) Entry to the Wawel Cathedral

Important Information

  • The Wawel Cathedral is an active place of religious worship. During important religious, state or jubilee events or visits of important guests, admission to the cathedral, royal tombs or the bell tower may be suspended without announcing the reasons. In such a situation, the Organizer reserves the right to replace the entrance to the Cathedral with another one within the castle complex.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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