Private Tour: Royal Krakow Walking Tour including Visit to Wawel Castle
Krakow, Poland
Trip Type: Private Sightseeing Tours
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Roll back the centuries to discover Krakow during the Middle Ages, when it served as Poland’s capital. As you explore with a private guide, learn about the kings who once ruled the city and visit the most important regal sights. Visit Wawel Royal Castle and delve into Wawel Cathedral, the coronation site of many monarchs. Lastly, walk the famous Royal Route to visit St Mary’s Basilica at Rynek Glówny, the heart of royal Krakow.
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Roll back the centuries to discover Krakow during the Middle Ages, when it served as Poland’s capital. As you explore with a private guide, learn about the kings who once ruled the city and visit the most important regal sights. Visit Wawel Royal Castle and delve into Wawel Cathedral, the coronation site of many monarchs. Lastly, walk the famous Royal Route to visit St Mary’s Basilica at Rynek Glówny, the heart of royal Krakow.Meet your private guide at your hotel in central Krakow or Krakow Old Town, and set off to explore the city’s historical royal sites. If there is a particular sight you really want to see, just ask. The beauty of a private tour is that your itinerary is tailored to your interests.
Climb up Wawel Hill to reach Wawel Royal Castle, one of the country’s most historically important sites. Hear stories of the fabled Wawel Dragon, and tour the castle’s arcaded courtyard and opulent chambers.
Wander to Wawel Cathedral, the coronation site of Poland’s medieval monarchs. Explore inside and view the mausoleum of St Stanislav, Poland’s patron saint. Visit the royal crypts and climb the belfry to see the famous Sigismund Bell, one of the world’s largest bells.
Descend the hill and stroll along Krakow’s Royal Route, the ceremonial route of Polish royals in the Middle Ages. Pass historical houses and churches, and follow the streets to Rynek Glówny, Krakow’s main square.
Cross the cobbles to visit St Mary’s Basilica, Krakow’s twin-spired 14th-century church. Tour the interior and ogle the gothic altarpiece — one of the world’s tallest — as your guide recounts legends surrounding the basilica.
Your tour ends in Rynek Główny.
Climb up Wawel Hill to reach Wawel Royal Castle, one of the country’s most historically important sites. Hear stories of the fabled Wawel Dragon, and tour the castle’s arcaded courtyard and opulent chambers.
Wander to Wawel Cathedral, the coronation site of Poland’s medieval monarchs. Explore inside and view the mausoleum of St Stanislav, Poland’s patron saint. Visit the royal crypts and climb the belfry to see the famous Sigismund Bell, one of the world’s largest bells.
Descend the hill and stroll along Krakow’s Royal Route, the ceremonial route of Polish royals in the Middle Ages. Pass historical houses and churches, and follow the streets to Rynek Glówny, Krakow’s main square.
Cross the cobbles to visit St Mary’s Basilica, Krakow’s twin-spired 14th-century church. Tour the interior and ogle the gothic altarpiece — one of the world’s tallest — as your guide recounts legends surrounding the basilica.
Your tour ends in Rynek Główny.
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