Krakow: Private Wawel Castle & Hill Guided Tour

Krakow: Private Wawel Castle & Hill Guided Tour

2 hours

Very easy

Explore Wawel Castle and its historic hill on a private guided tour. Discover royal stories, art, and legends with your licensed expert guide at your own pace.

Step into centuries of royal history on this private 2-hour tour of Wawel — the heart of Polish heritage. With a licensed local guide, explore one of the castle’s main exhibitions, from royal chambers to the Crown Treasury, depending on availability. Walk across Wawel Hill and learn about the kings, queens, and legends that shaped Poland’s history.

Highlights:

• Visit one of Wawel Castle’s main exhibitions with a private guide

• Learn royal stories, art, and history at your own pace

• Explore the courtyards and treasures of the Wawel Hill complex

• Hear fascinating legends about kings, queens, and dragons

• Enjoy a tailored experience with your personal local expert

This private tour offers an intimate and flexible way to discover one of Poland’s most iconic sites. Your expert guide adapts the visit to your interests, ensuring a meaningful experience free from crowds and haste. Wawel’s majestic castle, cathedral views, and centuries-old legends make this a journey through the soul of Polish history.

Itinerary:

Wawel Castle Exhibition  / 1h / Admission Ticket Included
Meet your private licensed guide near Wawel Hill. During a short walk toward the castle, your guide will introduce the history of the royal complex and its place in Polish culture and tradition.
Enter one of the main castle exhibitions — such as the State Rooms, Private Royal Apartments, or Crown Treasury — depending on availability. See magnificent interiors, historic tapestries, and works of art that reflect royal life and craftsmanship.

Wawel Hill Walk  / 1h / Admission Ticket Free
Explore the courtyards and ramparts of Wawel Hill. Admire the Gothic and Renaissance architecture, hear the story of the Wawel Dragon, and enjoy beautiful views of Krakow and the Vistula River.
Your private experience ends on Wawel Hill, leaving you free to continue exploring Krakow’s Old Town or relax at one of the nearby cafés..

Meeting point: plac Swietej Marii Magdaleny, 31-044 Krakow. Meet your guide on the St. Mary Magdalene Square, at the Piotr Skarga Monument (click to go to the Google maps)
The guide with the "excursions.city" sign 
Endpoint: Wawel Cathedral, Kraków  
ENG Contact Number: +48 727 001 040
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What's included?

    Licensed local guide
    Skip-the-line entrance ticket to one permanent exhibition at Wawel Castle (State Rooms or Royal Private Apartments, or Crown Treasury — subject to availability)

    Exclusions

      Admission to the Cathedral
      Admission to other exhibitions at the Castle

      Please note

        This is a private tour, conducted exclusively in the language of your choice. Please select your preferred language when booking.
        Please note that the meeting point is not located on the Wawel Hill, but at the location indicated on your voucher.

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