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Wawel Castle, Cathedral and St. Mary’s Basilica Private Tour

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Overview

Discover Krakow’s World Heritage Sites on a private tour of the Old Town with skip the line access to Wawel Royal Castle, Wawel Cathedral and St. Mary’s Basilica. See the Market Square, Royal Route, Jagiellonian University, Planty Park, and more.

Highlights:

- Discover the highlights of Krakow’s Old Town with a Licensed Private Guide
- Avoid waiting in long lines with skip-the-line tickets to Krakow’s 3 top-rated attractions
- Find out how Wawel Castle became the first UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit Krakow’s 2 most important churches: Wawel Cathedral and St. Mary’s Basilica
- Immerse yourself in local history and legends

Join our passionate Private Guide on this walking tour of Krakow’s Old Town to discover its most famous monuments and World Heritage Sites. With skip-the-line tickets to Wawel Royal Castle, Wawel Cathedral and St. Mary’s Basilica you will enjoy Krakow’s top-ranked attractions without waiting in any queues.

What's Included

  • Skip-the-line tickets to Wawel Royal Castle State Rooms
  • Skip-the-line tickets to St. Mary’s Basilica
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Wawel Cathedral

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    Felicjanek 10
    31-104 Kraków, Poland

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    Cafe Szafe

    Meet your guide in front of the Sheep&Dragon Cafe, Straszewskiego 2, 31-101 Kraków, Poland. Please do not enter the building, it is only a meeting point
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Wawel Royal Castle

    Walking tour is a great way to discover the best things to do in Krakow for anyone new to the city, as you will visit the most popular attractions and hidden gems of the Old Town. We will begin with the mighty Wawel Castle, a royal residence on Wawel Hill.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Wawel Cathedral

    As the world’s first UNESCO site, the castle attracts millions of visitors each year, but you won’t even notice this as we will skip the long lines. With your Expert Guide you will discover the royal history and heritage of Wawel, admiring its richly decorated interiors filled with works of art. Another highlight will be a visit to Wawel Cathedral, which has been the main burial site for Polish monarchs since the 14th century.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Rynek Główny

    From Wawel Hill, you will follow a Royal Route to the Old Town, passing by many beautiful palaces and churches like the Church of Saints Peter & Paul. You will wander around the medieval Market Square
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Mary's Basilica

    Enter the magnificent Basilica of St. Mary to see one of the finest examples of Polish Gothic architecture. The guide will also show you one of the world’s oldest universities, the Jagiellonian University and the idyllic Planty Park, which marks the site of the old city walls.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
    • Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point on time. Being late may prevent you from joining this tour or entering the attractions at your reserved time slot.
    • Skip-the-line tickets are purchased in advance to allow you to get in faster without queuing at the ticket office.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wawel Castle, Cathedral and St. Mary’s Basilica Private Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-201481P225

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    What's Included

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    • Skip-the-line tickets to Wawel Royal Castle State Rooms
    • Skip-the-line tickets to St. Mary’s Basilica
    • Skip-the-line tickets to Wawel Cathedral
    • Private Walking Tour of Krakow’s Old Town, Wawel Castle, Wawel Cathedral and St. Mary’s Basilica
    • 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the selected language

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
    • Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point on time. Being late may prevent you from joining this tour or entering the attractions at your reserved time slot.
    • Skip-the-line tickets are purchased in advance to allow you to get in faster without queuing at the ticket office.
    • Entry to churches during masses and special events (such as scheduled concerts) is restricted, so the guide can provide all the information from the outside.
    • Admission to Wawel Castle is for the State Rooms.
    • You have to climb 144 stairs to reach the top of the Sigismund Tower of Wawel Cathedral. The staircase is narrow and has a low ceiling, so it is not easily accessible.
    • Due to local regulations, we limit your group size to 1-20 guests per 1 guide. We will arrange additional guides for larger groups..
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