The Royal Archcathedral Basilica of Saints
Stanislaus and Wenceslaus on the Wawel Hill, also popularly called as the Wawel Cathedral,
is a Roman Catholic Church and Cathedral of the Archdiocese of Kraków, situated
on Wawel Hill in Kraków, Poland.
What are the opening hours of the Wawel Cathedral?
Wawel Cathedral is open on -
Sun - Sun 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon - Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
You can book tickets in advance and it is possible for you to
cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
Wawel Cathedral
How much do Wawel Cathedral tickets cost?
Wawel Cathedral ticket prices may vary. Presetly, the
entrance tickets cost US$ 6.80, while a popular guided tour starts around US$
48.74 per person.
Do you need to book Wawel Cathedral tickets in advance?
Wawel Cathedral is usually very crowded, so we do recommend
booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot.
What's the best way to see Wawel Cathedral?
According to some travellers, these are the best ways to
experience Wawel Cathedral
- Wawel Cathedral Entrance Ticket
with Audio Guide (From US$ 6.80)
- Royal Classic Walking Tour in
Krakow (From US$ 48.74)
- Krakow 3 Night Christmas Market
Tour with Wieliczka Salt Mine and city tour (From US$ 249.36) Full-Day
Private Walking Tour of Krakow from Wroclaw (From US$ 238.03)
- One day Cracow and Wieliczka Salt
Mine private tour from Warsaw (From US$ 344.58)
What hotels are near Wawel Cathedral?
Hotels near Wawel Cathedral
- (0.34 km) Stradonia Serviced Apartments
- (0.42 km) Senacki Hotel
- (0.50 km) Legend Hotel
- (0.49 km) Hotel Kossak
- (0.45 km) Hotel 32 Krakow
What restaurants are near Wawel Cathedral?
Restaurants near Wawel Cathedral are:-
(0.29 km) Art Restaurant
(0.45 km) The Himalayan Treasure, Flavor of Asia
(0.47 km) Big Hat of Coffee
(0.31 km) Fiorentina Restauracja
(0.47 km) Tandoori Flame (Taste Of Tradition)
What attractions are near Wawel Cathedral?
Attractions near Wawel Cathedral-
(0.41 km) Krakow Pinball Museum
(0.40 km) Krakil — Museum of illusions
(0.52 km) Bazylika i Klasztor Franciszkanow
The Wawel Cathedral, also
know as Katedra Wawelska in Polish, is one of the most important and
significant national sanctuaries in Poland that acted as the investiture
site of Polish monarchs across the years.
Housing several art
treasures, the history of the Wawel Cathedral stretches over a
thousand years making it one of the most alluring spots in the entire country
and the city of Krakow. Tourists are mesmerized by the Wawel Cathedral because
of its 14th-century architecture and the marvellous collection of
arts ranging from Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque to Classicist and even
Modern.
But the Cathedral is quite
more than just a hidden treasure for art enthusiasts. In fact, many of its
artworks reveal mysterious histories that date back to the intricate
history of Polish kings and queens.
Wawel Cathedral – useful
tips
Let’s start getting some
useful knowledge about sightseeing the Wawel Cathedral:
Wawel
Cathedral – opening hours
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Monday - Saturday
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Sunday
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Cathedral
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9:00 - 17:00
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12:30 - 17:00
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Cathedral Museum
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9:00 - 17:00
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Closed
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Ticket office
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9:00 - 16:30
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12:30 - 16:30
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April - October
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Monday - Saturday
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Sunday
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Cathedral
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9:00 - 16:00
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12:30 - 16:00
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Cathedral Museum
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9:00 - 16:00
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Closed
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Ticket office
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9:00 - 15:30
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12:30 - 15:30
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November - March
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Wawel
Cathedral – Entrance fee
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The entry to just the Cathedral is free of charge but if
you wish to tour the Sigismund Bell, Royal Tombs and Cathedral
Museum you are supposed to buy the ticket and the adult ticket
costs 12 PLN but children, school youth, students, teachers, senior
citizens and pensioners, no matter if they are from Poland or abroad, are
eligible to get CONCESSION TICKETS upon presenting the relevant document.
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The impressive way of sightseeing is an audio-guided tour.
The tour near the Wawel Cathedral and up the Sigismund Bell tower can be
completed within 30 minutes, the Royal Tombs in 10 minutes, and the Cathedral
Museum can be toured in about 20 minutes.
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Renting the audio guide costs 7 PLN.
Wawel
Cathedral – how to get there?
You can arrive at the Wawel
Cathedral by public transportation and the nearest tram stop is WAWEL.
The John Paul II Cathedral Museum is located on Wawel Hill. The
cathedral was constructed from two 14th century buildings. Its eastern part,
abutting the Vasa Gate, was formerly a row house built in the time of Kazimierz
the Great, which had been in the hands of the Rorantists of the Sigismund
Chapel since the 16th century. The Gothic House – seat of the college of
Cathedral Mansionaries who carried out the sacrament in St Mary’s Chapel –
forms the western part.
Is Wawel castle free?
The Castle does
not sell tickets on-line.
Payment can be made by any
bank card, debit card or credit card. There are two ATMs which are placed
on Wawel Hill. Admission to Wawel Hill and to the Arcaded
Courtyard is absolutely free of charge.
How long does Wawel castle
take?
The gardens and
walls make be toured in an hour and a half to two hours.
There are jaw dropping and magnificent views over the city.
Keep enough time in hands or may be an extra good 3 or 4 hours to look around
completely or take the whole day if you have the time.
Enjoy your trip!
What can you do in Krakow
for free?
Free Things To Do in Krakow
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Walk across the Royal Route of Krakow.
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Explore the Market Square Krakow.
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Get a glimpse of Medieval life at The Cloth Hall.
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Check out Rynek Underground.
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Feel the music at St. Mary's Church – Tower.
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Climb to the top of Town Hall Tower.
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Check out St. Florian's Gate & Barbican.
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Stroll in the beautiful Planty Park
Is Krakow walkable?
Krakow is usually a
reachable on foot city, particularly the old town and Wawel Hill areas. The
Jewish Quarter and Ghetto, are actually farther out.
If walking longer distances is a problem, or the weather isn't
co-operating, the city has an excellent tram system where you can purchase your
tickets on board.
How many days do you need
in Krakow?
Krakow is a flawless
and ideal city to spend the weekend! Even though there
are many places to roam around, you can see the most
significant sights and attractions in just 3 days.
