Wawel Castle, Old Town with St. Mary's Church Guided Tour
Overview
Discover the splendor of Poland’s royal heritage on a guided tour of the Wawel Castle and Cathedral, Krakow’s most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then walk through Kraków’s Old Town. See the Collegium Maius and Cloth Hall, then enter St. Mary’s Basilica to marvel at the Veit Stoss altar.
Highlights:
• Step inside Poland’s royal residence with a licensed local guide
• Discover the Gothic Wawel Cathedral, site of royal coronations
• Touch the mighty Sigismund Bell for good luck in the cathedral tower
• Step into UNESCO-listed Krakow Old Town with an expert guide
• Capture must-see landmarks in the heart of historic Krakow
By the end of the tour you will have experienced the essence of Kraków’s Old Town: a place where architecture and art reflect centuries of history, and where every street corner holds a story. With an expert local guide, this is more than sightseeing—it’s an immersion into the living heart of Poland’s cultural and spiritual heritage.
What's Included
- Skip-the-line entrance ticket to one permanent exhibition at Wawel Castle
- Ticket to the Wawel Cathedral
- (State Rooms or Royal Private Apartments, or Crown Treasury — subject to availability)
- Entrance ticket to St. Mary's Basilica
- Licensed local guide
- Visiting exhibitions other than those listed
- Food, drinks
- Tips
Meeting Location
plac Świętej Marii Magdaleny 31
30-001 Kraków, Poland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
plac Mariacki 5
31-042 Kraków, Poland
What To Expect
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Wawel Royal Castle
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Wawel Cathedral
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Muzeum Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego Collegium Maius
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sukiennice (Cloth Hall)
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St Mary's Basilica
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Each tour is limited to a maximum of 30 participants, in accordance with the limits set by the museum.
- Please note that the meeting point is not located on the Wawel Hill, but at the location indicated on your voucher.
- 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.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and be prepared for the different weather conditions. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Skip-the-line entrance ticket to one permanent exhibition at Wawel Castle.
- Ticket to the Wawel Cathedral.
- (State Rooms or Royal Private Apartments, or Crown Treasury — subject to availability).
- Entrance ticket to St. Mary's Basilica.
- Licensed local guide.
- Visiting exhibitions other than those listed.
- Food, drinks.
- Tips.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Wawel Castle, Old Town with St. Mary's Church Guided Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wawel Castle, Old Town with St. Mary’s Church Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Skip-the-line entrance ticket to one permanent exhibition at Wawel Castle
- Ticket to the Wawel Cathedral
- (State Rooms or Royal Private Apartments, or Crown Treasury — subject to availability)
- Entrance ticket to St. Mary's Basilica
- Licensed local guide
- Visiting exhibitions other than those listed
- Food, drinks
- Tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Each tour is limited to a maximum of 30 participants, in accordance with the limits set by the museum.
- Please note that the meeting point is not located on the Wawel Hill, but at the location indicated on your voucher.
- 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.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and be prepared for the different weather conditions. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
