Krakow: Wawel Hill Guided Tour with Entry to Wawel Cathedral Tour in Polish
ID: GYG422131-O-795339
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
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.
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.
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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet on the St. Mary Magdalene Square, plac św. Marii Magdaleny, 31-002 Kraków, Poland, at the Piotr Skarga Monument. The guide will be holding an "excursions.city" sign.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
