--- title: "Wawel Royal Castle – Visit in Krakow — Visit Cracovia" description: "Visit Wawel Royal Castle in Krakow: exhibitions, opening hours, how to get there and tips for your visit." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "TouristAttraction", "name": "Wawel Royal Castle", "description": "The former royal residence of Polish kings, with museums, the cathedral and a stunning hilltop view over the Vistula.", "image": "https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/9bf33e80c35b321f220a0a2a4a8af781-AdobeStock-620817431.jpeg?auto=compress,format&w=1216&h=760&crop=faces&fit=crop", "url": "https://visitcracovia.lovable.app/en/attraction/wawel-royal-castle", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Wawel 5, Cracovia", "addressLocality": "Cracovia", "addressCountry": "PL" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 50.054, "longitude": 19.9352 }, "aggregateRating": { "@type": "AggregateRating", "ratingValue": 4.5, "bestRating": 5, "reviewCount": 7100 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the main exhibitions?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The castle offers several exhibitions: the Royal Apartments, the Crown Treasury and Armory, the Oriental Tents and the 'Lost Wawel' exhibition. 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It served as the residence of Polish kings for centuries and was the first site in the world to be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The complex includes the majestic Renaissance castle with its arcaded courtyard, Wawel Cathedral where royal coronations took place, and numerous halls housing art treasures and original furnishings. The Gothic cathedral preserves the tombs of kings, national heroes and poets. From the hill you can enjoy a spectacular view over the Vistula River and the historic center of Krakow. ## La storia Wawel Royal Castle stands on the hill of the same name along the banks of the Vistula River, in the heart of Krakow. For over 500 years it served as the official residence of Polish kings and the nation's center of power. Built in the 11th century and expanded in the 16th century in Renaissance style, the castle houses a rich collection of Flemish tapestries, armor and artworks. Wawel Cathedral, attached to the complex, contains the tombs of sovereigns and Polish national heroes. Wawel Hill is considered the most sacred place in Poland and the very symbol of national identity. ## Visit Wawel Castle Visit the historic residence of the Kings of Poland your way: with a ticket for the royal chambers or cathedral, a full guided tour of the complex, or a multi-attraction pass to save by combining several Kraków experiences [ Tour Guidati 1 ](/en/attraction/wawel-royal-castle/tour-guidati)[ Combo 1 ](/en/attraction/wawel-royal-castle/combo) ## Experiences for Wawel Castle AllTour GuidatiCombo [ ![Guided Tour of Wawel Castle and Cathedral](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/9bf33e80c35b321f220a0a2a4a8af781-AdobeStock-620817431.jpeg?auto=compress,format&w=1216&h=760&crop=faces&fit=crop) Tour Guidati 4.5 (558) 2h ### Guided Tour of Wawel Castle and Cathedral From $42 Discover more ](/en/experience/guided-tour-wawel-castle-cathedral) [ ![Wawel Castle, Rynek Underground & Lunch Tour](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/e09dd738c2a9104a51bb9d2cf05c1b45-26300-krakow-krakow-wawel-cathedral--old-town-and-st.-mary-s-basilica-guided-tour-02.jpg?auto=compress,format&w=1216&h=760&crop=faces&fit=crop) Combo 4.4 (236) 4h ### Wawel Castle, Rynek Underground & Lunch Tour From $88 Discover more ](/en/experience/wawel-rynek-underground-lunch-tour) [ ![Guided Tour of Wawel Castle and Cathedral](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/9bf33e80c35b321f220a0a2a4a8af781-AdobeStock-620817431.jpeg?auto=compress,format&w=1216&h=760&crop=faces&fit=crop) Tour Guidati 4.5 (558) 2h ### Guided Tour of Wawel Castle and Cathedral From $42 Discover more ](/en/experience/guided-tour-wawel-castle-cathedral)[ ![Wawel Castle, Rynek Underground & Lunch Tour](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/e09dd738c2a9104a51bb9d2cf05c1b45-26300-krakow-krakow-wawel-cathedral--old-town-and-st.-mary-s-basilica-guided-tour-02.jpg?auto=compress,format&w=1216&h=760&crop=faces&fit=crop) Combo 4.4 (236) 4h ### Wawel Castle, Rynek Underground & Lunch Tour From $88 Discover more ](/en/experience/wawel-rynek-underground-lunch-tour) ## Informazioni pratiche Orari di apertura Mappa e posizione Come arrivare ## FAQ ### What are the main exhibitions? ### Is the Cathedral free? ### How much time is needed to visit everything? ### Is the Dragon's Den open year-round? ## Consigli e curiosità ### Buy tickets separately Each exhibition has a different ticket. Choose in advance what to visit to optimize your time and budget. ### Visit on Tuesday morning The castle is closed on Mondays. Early Tuesday morning is the best time to avoid crowds. ### Don't miss the hilltop view From Wawel Hill you can enjoy one of the best panoramic views of Krakow and the Vistula River. ### The Wawel Dragon Don't miss the dragon statue at the foot of the hill that breathes real fire every 5 minutes! Perfect for a souvenir photo. ## Mappa ![Mappa di Wawel Royal Castle](https://pdhdfivgqrhlnzssgwry.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/site-assets/attractions/maps/wawel-map.jpg) ## Mostre in corso ![Tesori della Corona Polacca](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1578662996442-48f60103fc96?w=800) da €25 ### Tesori della Corona Polacca 15 mar — 30 set 🕐 Mar-Dom 10:00-17:00 Una mostra straordinaria che raccoglie i più preziosi gioielli e manufatti della corona polacca, esposti per la prima volta al pubblico nelle sale del Castello di Wawel. [Prenota biglietti](https://wawel.krakow.pl/tesori) ## Dove alloggiare 🏨 Hotel ### Amber Hotel Just 8 minutes' walk from the Main Market Square, the Amber Hotel offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. Wawel Royal Castle is only 1.2 km away. The stylish rooms at the Amber are decorated in warm colours and wooden furniture. [Vedi su Booking.com](https://www.booking.com/hotel/pl/amber.EN.html?aid=1828817&dest_id=-510625&dest_type=city&lang=EN&selected_currency=USD) 🏨 Hotel ### Hotel Gródek Hotel Gródek is a boutique hotel located in a quiet street, just 300 metres from the Main Market Square. It offers luxurious, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. The hotel is housed in a beautifully restored historic building. 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