- The Wawel Castle is located in the Old Town and is a10-minute walk from the Main Market square. It is a 20-minute walk from the bus and train stations.
- At present, the main curators of Wawel are Wawel Royal Castle – State Art Collection and the Metropolitan Basilica Board on Wawel Hill.
- Wawel Castle is a complex of buildings surrounding a majestic courtyard. The cathedral (Wawel Cathedral) located here has its own towers.
- Wawel Castle, just south of Krakow's Old Town, was the political and cultural heart of Poland through the 16th century.
- Wawel Castle is one of the major attractions in Krakow and a must-visit for all. Apart from the Castle is beautifully preserved, it features an array of exhibits.
- Wawel Castle has a fascinating history and architecture enthusiasts will love seeing the different sections bearing characteristics of the eras in which they were built.
- Nonetheless, Wawel Castle is an amazing free and central attraction for any tourist and explorer whom have only a short time in the city.
- These form the boundaries of the Wawel’s curiously irregular central courtyard, and define the central structure of the castle as a whole.
- The Wawel Castle is one of the most important, beautiful, and the biggest Polish castles. In fact no Krakow tour is complete without a visit to the castle.
- Following the ravages of World War II, by the decree of the State National Council, Wawel Castle became a national museum.