View of Wawel Castle

Wawel Castle

Renaissance castle on Wawel Hill, historic Polish royal seat.

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Admission Ticket

Free grounds; State Rooms €12

Best Time to Visit

Mon-Thu 9am; sunset for Vistula view

Overview

Built 10th-17th cent. Largest Renaissance courtyard in Europe. Sigismund Bell 8-ton. 41 Polish ruler tombs. Coronation sword Szczerbiec.

Local Insider Tips

1

Buy combined ticket (€22)

2

Climb Sigismund Bell (€6)

3

Walk Wawel Hill ramparts free

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Free entry?

Grounds free, interiors paid.

Q:How long?

3-4h.

Location Details

CityKrakow
CountryPoland
Rating
4.7 / 5.0

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