2-Day Tour: Wawel, Underground Museum, Schindler & Wieliczka

Experience Krakow’s royal and underground heritage in two days. Visit Wawel Castle, the Rynek Underground, the Wieliczka Salt Mine, and Schindler’s Factory — with two included lunches and expert guides.


Explore Krakow’s most fascinating landmarks and stories on a perfectly organized 2-day tour. Walk through royal Wawel Castle, discover hidden medieval streets beneath the Main Square, descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine, and learn wartime history at Schindler’s Factory. Two traditional lunches and all tickets are included — just relax and enjoy.

Highlights:

• Visit Wawel Castle and Cathedral with a licensed local guide

• Discover Krakow’s medieval secrets in the Rynek Underground Museum

• Enjoy lunches on both days of the tour

• Explore the salt-carved chambers of the Wieliczka Salt Mine

• Step inside Schindler’s Factory and hear wartime stories

• All tickets, guides, and transfers arranged — no planning needed

This 2-day itinerary combines Krakow’s royal charm, underground wonders, and powerful wartime history. With licensed guides, included lunches, and smooth organization, it’s a complete and enriching experience — ideal for travelers who want to discover the best of Krakow’s heritage without stress or rush.

Itinerary:

Day 1 — Wawel Castle, Cathedral, Lunch & Rynek Underground Museum

Wawel Castle / 1 hour / Admission Ticket Included
Begin the day on Wawel Hill, the heart of Poland’s royal heritage. With your licensed local guide, step inside the Renaissance royal chambers adorned with tapestries, portraits, and treasures that tell the story of Polish monarchy and culture.

Wawel Cathedral / 1 hour / Admission Ticket Included
Enter the sacred heart of Wawel — the Gothic cathedral that witnessed the coronations, weddings, and funerals of Polish kings. Discover chapels rich in history, climb the Sigismund Bell Tower, and visit royal tombs that symbolize centuries of faith and power.

Lunch Break / 1.5 hours
Enjoy a traditional Polish lunch at a nearby bistro. Taste regional flavors while relaxing in the charming surroundings of Krakow’s historic center — a perfect moment to unwind before the afternoon program.

Rynek Underground Museum / 1.5 hours / Admission Ticket Included
Go beneath the Main Market Square to explore Krakow’s medieval roots. This fascinating underground museum reveals the city’s archaeological treasures and trade routes from centuries past. Interactive displays, holograms, and ancient relics recreate the atmosphere of Krakow’s early days, showing how the city evolved above and below ground.

Day 2 – Wieliczka Salt Mine, Lunch & Schindler’s Factory

Transfer Krakow – Wieliczka / 30min
Enjoy a comfortable ride to the nearby town of Wieliczka — home to one of the world’s oldest operating salt mines.

Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour / 2h30min / Admission Ticket Included
Descend deep underground to explore breathtaking chambers, salt-carved chapels, sculptures, and underground lakes. Your licensed in-house guide will lead you through a fascinating labyrinth of tunnels, sharing stories about the miners’ lives, traditions, and faith. Don’t miss the stunning Chapel of St. Kinga — a masterpiece carved entirely from salt.

Return to Krakow / 30min

Lunch / 1h30min
Savor a  lunch at a restaurant. Take time to relax and recharge before continuing your afternoon experience.

Schindler’s Factory Museum / 2h / Admission Ticket Included
Step inside the historic enamel factory that once belonged to Oskar Schindler. Now transformed into a modern museum, it tells the story of Krakow and its residents during World War II through multimedia exhibits, photographs, and authentic artifacts. Learn how Schindler’s bravery saved over a thousand lives."

Meeting point (on the first day): plac Swietej Marii Magdaleny, 31-044 Krakow. Meet your guide on the St. Mary Magdalene Square, at the Piotr Skarga Monument.  They will hold an excursions.city sign(click to go to the Google maps)
Endpoint(on the last day): ul. Lipowa 4, Krakow.     

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What's included?

    Licensed local guides (Wawel Castle, Rynek Underground, Schindler’s Factory)
    In-house guide at Wieliczka Salt Mine
    Admission tickets: Wawel Castle & Cathedral, Rynek Underground Museum, Schindler’s Factory, Wieliczka Salt Mine
    Two lunches in bistros
    Group transfers Krakow ↔ Wieliczka

    Exclusions

      Not listed as included in the price

      Please note

        Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers cannot join and tickets are non-refundable.

        All group tours are conducted in one language, selected when booking.

        Please provide full names of all participants when booking. Bring a valid ID — the name must match your ticket, or entry may be refused.

        Students must carry valid student ID with photo and expiry date for youth discounts.

        In the Salt Mine, temperature is 14–16°C. Bring warmer clothing and note that the tour involves extensive walking and many stairs. Not recommended for guests with mobility, heart, or claustrophobia issues.

        A dress code applies for places of worship and selected museums: shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed; both men and women must cover knees and shoulders. 

        Please note that the meeting point is not located on the Wawel Hill, but at the location indicated on your voucher.

        What to bring

          * Please bring your ID card or other identification document for identification by museum staff. The name and surname on your ticket must match the one on your document. Without these, entry may be denied.
          * A dress code is required to enter places of worship (Wawel Cathedral etc.). No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements. 

          * In the Salt Mine, temperature is 14–16°C. Bring warmer clothing and note that the tour involves extensive walking and many stairs.

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