- Wawel Castle, aka “Wawel” in Polish, is one of Krakow’s most famous landmarks. In a way, it is even called a symbol of the city and the whole country.
- With over 2.56 million visitors in 2023, Wawel Castle is the most visited art museum in Poland and the 20th most visited art museum in the world.[7].
- The castle is located on the Wawel Hill on the banks of the Vistula in the center of Krakow. For many centuries Wawel Castle was the residence of Polish kings.
- Located in the heart of Krakow – by the Vistula River and perched on the heavenly Wawel hill, is The Wawel Castle.
- Discover Poland’s rich history at Wawel Castle in Kraków, a 14th-century royal residence with the iconic Wawel Cathedral and State Rooms.
- There are many stunning things to see in Krakow, but the Wawel Castle seems to beat them all, dominating over the skyline of this town for more than 700 years.
- Poland can rightly be proud of many unique places of worship. Wawel Castle, or rather, its cathedral is one of them. It is located behind the King's Gate.
- Wawel Castle is an archive of Poland’s collective memory, with its complex mix of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque elements.
- If you’re interested in castles, visit Wawel Royal Castle and take in its story, and its history. ... Like many other castles, Wawel Royal Castle is now a museum.
- Wawel Castle, perched majestically on the banks of the Vistula River, is a timeless emblem of Poland’s rich history and cultural heritage.