From Krakow: Wadowice & Sanctuary of Divine Mercy Tour
ID: GYG168440-254429
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
This half-day tour will take you to see Wadowice, places related with the birth and life of Karol Wojtyla, future Pope John Paul II and Lagiewniki, the center of Divine Mercy with the miraculous painting of Merciful Jesus.
Start your tour with pick-up from your hotel, hostel or apartment. After a 40-minute drive, arrive at the main square of Wadowice. Before you visit the Museum of John Paul II, see the front of the parish church of Karol Wojtyla, where little Karol was baptized, and the high school he attended.
Visit the museum for around 90 minutes, before a coffee break to taste the famous papal cream cakes known as kremowka. On your arrival to Lagiewniki, begin your sightseeing of the Divine Mercy Sanctuary and JP2 complex, together with the chapel of miraculous painting of Merciful Jesus.
Throughout your visit, rely on guidance and assistance by one of the nuns who serves in the Divine Mercy Monastery. Before heading back to Krakow, have lunch in one of the local restaurants.
Highlights
- Visit Wadowice, the hometown of John Paul II and its museum dedicated to him
- Learn about the life of Karol Wojtyla and sister Faustine
- See the miraculous painting of Merciful Jesus
- Explore the Divine Mercy Sanctuary & Centre of JP2 in Lagiewniki
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums: no shorts or sleeveless tops allowed, knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women, and you may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
Your hotel, hostel or apartment in Krakow
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
