Krakow · Wawel and the river
Wawel Cathedral
The coronation church of the Polish kings, with royal tombs and the Sigismund Bell. One ticket covers the cathedral, tombs and museums.
- 1 h 30
- PLN 26
- Booking advised
- Wawel and the river
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The cathedral stands on Wawel Hill next to the castle and holds the tombs of many Polish kings. The combined ticket includes the Sigismund Bell, the royal sarcophagi, the Cathedral Museum and the Archdiocesan Museum.
What to look for
- The royal sarcophagi
- The Sigismund Bell
- The Cathedral Museum
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:00 am–4:30 pm | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am–4:30 pm | |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am–4:30 pm | |
| Thursday | 9:00 am–4:30 pm | |
| Friday | 9:00 am–4:30 pm | |
| Saturday | 9:00 am–4:30 pm | |
| Sunday | 12:30 pm–4:30 pm |
Monday to Saturday 9:00 to 16:30, Sunday 12:30 to 16:30. The Cathedral Museum is open until 17:00 and closed on Sunday.
Source: Wawel Cathedral, checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket PLN 26. Standard ticket 26 zł, reduced 18 zł, covering the cathedral, bell, tombs and both museums.
Tickets are sold online on the cathedral's own site, separately from the castle. A guided tour is an option if you want the history explained.
Getting there
The cathedral is on Wawel Hill, a 15-minute walk south of the Main Square.
Tip
Go early, when the crypts and the bell tower are quieter. The cathedral ticket is separate from the castle ticket.