Tours/Krakow/Krakow Skip The Line Wawel Castle & Old Town Guided Tour
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Krakow Skip The Line Wawel Castle & Old Town Guided Tour

5.0(3)Krakow1 hour
VIATOR5.0(3)

Description

Explore the history of Krakow around the best places in the city. Check interior of the castle and feel the vibe of medieval times, have a look at amazing Wawel Hill, walk along Royal Road and admire Old Town with stunning churches and monuments. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description carefully as each option includes a different program 4-Hours Guided Tour During 4-hours version you will explore Krakow Old Town, Wawel Hill and Wawel Castle with State Rooms. 5-Hours Guided Tour During 5-hours tour you'll visit the Wawel Hill, Wawel Castle with State Rooms and enjoy a longer tour of the Old Town attractions. Start with the top attraction - amazing Wawel Castle. First, you will have an opportunity to explore this fascinating castle from the outside, where you will see its most important points like defensive walls, Wawel Dragon, Wawel Cathedral and much more.

Tour Options

5-Hours Guided Tour
  • Duration: 5 hours: During 5-hours tour you'll visit Wawel Hill, Wawel Castle with State Rooms & enjoy a longer tour of the Old Town attractions. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. PLKR021
4-Hours Guided Tour
  • Duration: 4 hours: During 4-hours version you will explore Krakow Old Town, Wawel Hill and Wawel Castle with State Rooms. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. PLKR021

Itinerary

Visit huge 10-acre square, the largest in any of Europe's medieval cities, features the 16th-century Renaissance Cloth Hall

15 min

One of the most famous of Poland's churches, this Gothic structure features two striking towers of different hights and surprisingly richly decorated insight

The 13th century merchants' town is home to Europe's largest market square and offers numerous historical houses, palaces and churches with magnificent interiors, 14th century fortifications

Serving as a royal residence and the site where the country's rulers governed Poland for five centuries, this castle is a symbol of the independent Polish state. The entrence is possible for request

20 min

National shrine known for its superb religious art including the giant bell of Zygmunt of 1520, one of the world's largest, and the burial place of many Polish kings and their families. Entrence is in free parts of Cathedral in opening hours.

15 min

Considered the world's oldest shopping mall, the present Renaissance structure dates from 1555 and features in its interior many food stalls and small shops, terrace cafes and flower stands

A scenic walkway that circles a park around the Old Town

Decorated with vibrant colors and Stanislaw Wyspianski’s famous stained glass window “God the Father.” The entrence is possible for request

15 min

This is a beautiful cathedral with organ concerts. The entrence is possible for request

15 min

Styled after Arab defensive architecture, this masterpiece of medieval military engineering with its circular fortress was added to the city's fortifications in the late 15th century.

15 min

Encircling the Old Town district, this 14th-century gate and its four towers are the remnants of the city's fortifications, most of which were destroyed at the beginning of the nineteenth century.

This is a great street which is extremely photogenic, is just one amazing street to walk down.

Unique concept that you would have a dragon like sculpture that is actually breathing fire. It's possible to see for request

Built of stone and brick at the end of the 13th century, this massive Gothic tower stands 70 meters tall and leans just 55 centimeters, a result of a strong wind in 1703.

This is a beautiful little church with a fabulous domed ceiling. It's possible to entry for request.

15 min

Named after the great Romantic playwright Juliusz Slowacki, this baroque-style theater was built in 1892 and continues to feature regular performances of plays and operas. It's possible to see for request.

Historic walking trail through the heart of Krakow was once the route taken during Royal processions and funerals.

Small very colourful and adorable market square with souvenirs sellers.

One of the smaller squares in Krakow but still nice for a walk round or to sit on one of the benches. It's possible to see for request.

10 min

An amazing sculpture of a head that occupies a prime position on the square. You cannot miss it and it’s a good photo oppurtunity.

Admission not included15 min

A very beautiful and ornate Church from 1223 and this amazing Catholic church is a great example of Gothic architecture. Entrence possible for request.

A bronze statue of the greatest Polish romantic poet in a city he never visited.

15 min

A very nice Baroque church and one of the finest churches in Krakow. It's possible to see for request.

10 min

A good resemblance and a fitting tribute to the legacy of a great pope who was closely connected to the city of Krakow.

15 min

Situated behind St Mary’s Cathedral, this church is smaller but equally beautiful. So peaceful and tranquil inside, it is a lovely place to visit.

Pass by

Defensive structure as a symbole of the ancient and medieval force in Krakow

Highlights

Skip-the-line tickets to the Wawel Castle State Rooms
Tour program adapted to the preferences of the group
Tips about local restaurants, patisseries, pubs
Walking tour of Krakows Old Town and Wawel Castle led by licensed guide

What's included

Included
Skip-the-line tickets to the Wawel Castle State Rooms
Tour program adapted to the preferences of the group
Tips about local restaurants, patisseries, pubs
Walking tour of Krakows Old Town and Wawel Castle led by licensed guide
Not included
Pickup from hotels in Krakow

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please check your email the day before the tour in order to receive important information.
  • Please ensure you are on time. Being late may prevent you from joining the tour
  • Please note that it is a group tour which means that other participants may join the group

Reviews(3)

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Timothy_D
March 22, 2025
Amazing

What an amazing adventure, she was exceptionally well knowledged very kind and just an amazing morning!!!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing adventure and enjoyed the tour. Hope to see you again soon! 🌟

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Beverly_E
October 4, 2023
Very interesting tour

We enjoyed our tour guide’s knowledge of this beautiful city. She was easy to understand and shared her knowledge in an interesting way. We learned so much from her. She answered all of our our questions and recommended a couple of restaurants for us to try.

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