St. Mary’s Basilica and surrounding buildings in Krakow's Old Town.
St. Mary’s Basilica in Krakow's Old Town during sunset.
Traveler pointing at St. Mary’s Basilica in Krakow's Old Town during guided tour.
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  • Join a guided tour lasting 3 hours to explore Krakow's iconic sites, including Wawel Cathedral and Old Town & St. Mary’s Basilica with language options available in English, German, French or Polish.
  • Over its millennium-long history, the Wawel Cathedral has transformed from a royal stage into an emblematic site featuring Gothic arches, Renaissance tombs, and Baroque details.
  • Explore the vibrant Old Town's Rynek Główny, covering 40,000 sq ft with its lively mix of cafés, museums, pubs, and historic charm.
  • At St. Mary’s Basilica, you'll be captivated by both the exterior grandeur and interior magnificence, including a Gothic altarpiece that is the largest in the world along with exquisite stained glass artistry.
  • Beyond myth lies an exciting feature at Wawel Dragon statue near the cathedral hill: it breathes fire!

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St. Mary’s Basilica and surrounding buildings in Krakow's Old Town.
St. Mary’s Basilica in Krakow's Old Town during sunset.
Wawel Cathedral exterior with tourists in Krakow, Poland.

Your Experience

Begin a journey through Wawel Cathedral in the royal district of Krakow, where your expert guide will unveil its long history. Explore Gothic arches and Baroque details while hearing stories of coronations and weddings that resonate from this magnificent past. Marvel at the expansive Zygmunt Bell; it's said touching the clapper with your left hand fulfills a wish. Climb the bell tower’s winding steps for stunning views over Krakow.

Discover Old Town's Charm

Continue from Wawel’s splendor into the lively streets of Old Town, known for its vibrant cobbled pathways and colorful history. Arrive at Rynek Główny—the Main Square—a bustling center where street performers captivate audiences and artisans display their crafts. Discover a hidden treasure: an underground museum beneath Krakow's historic Cloth Hall that explores the city’s mercantile past. Visit St. Mary’s Basilica, featuring Veit Stoss’ altarpiece—an exquisite limewood work with over 200 intricately carved figures celebrating Krakow’s artistic legacy.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • A 3-hour guided tour of the iconic Wawel Cathedral, Old Town & St. Mary's Basilica
  • Guidance provided by an expert in English, French, Polish, or German
  • Access to explore Wawel Cathedral with its long history and architecture
  • Entry into the historic St. Mary’s Basilica for a closer look at Veit Stoss’ altarpiece
  • Admission charges for Wawel Castle

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The tour lasts for 3 hours.

Guidance is provided in English, French, Polish, or German.

The tour includes Wawel Cathedral and St. Mary’s Basilica located in Old Town.

Legend has it that touching the clapper of the Zygmunt Bell with your left hand brings a wish to life.

Yes, you can discover more than just myths at Wawel Dragon statue near the cathedral hill that breathes fire!

Ascending the winding steps of the bell tower offers panoramic views of Krakow.

Admission fees for Wawel Castle are not covered by the tour, so they need to be purchased separately.

Visitors will marvel at Veit Stoss’ altarpiece which is recognized as the largest Gothic altarpiece in the world, along with exquisite stained glass artistry.

Wawel Cathedral showcases a blend of Gothic arches, Renaissance tombs, and Baroque details throughout its history.

Old Town is known for its lively streets with cobbled pathways leading to Rynek Główny, which spans 40,000 sq ft and features a mix of cafés, museums, pubs, and historic allure.

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