A Royal Residence: Wawel Castle's History
Wawel Castle's history spans centuries, from its early medieval origins to its role as the seat of Polish royalty. Discover its evolution through time with a local guide.
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The best stories aren’t found in guidebooks. Skip the crowds and unlock the hidden gems of Wawel Castle with a private, personalized experience led by a local.
Always private. It’s just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.
Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.
Our tours are designed with people, places, and the planet in mind.
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Reviews from guests about our tours and locals
"Aleksandra provides engaging color and depth to the history, architecture and culture of Krakow and Poland. She is extremely knowledgeable including heraldry which further enhanced the tour since there is so much symbolism tying the past to present. "
"Decided to book the 3hr history tour with Krzysztof for our first morning in Krakow. A great start to our holiday, we learnt so much about the history and saw some great sights. I’d highly recommend this tour with Krzysztof he was friendly, punctual and really knowledgeable. "
"On Saturday we had an appointment for a Krakow tour. With a lot of personality and little stories, the tour became a great experience. Absolutely recommended."
"We did multiple tours with Bartek : from the horrors of Auschwitz-Birkenau to discovering the delightful city that is Krakow and the Jewish quarter ; hearing about the history, the impact of the Nazi invasion and also the lovely folk tales /myths surrounding various churches and buildings. Bartek is a font of information and he delivers it in enough detail to keep one engaged. He is amazingly flexible and will do what it takes to make the tour worthwhile. We found it really easy to hang out with him and talk about lots of issues and life in Poland. He absolutely made our time in Krakow so much more interesting and fun and I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending his services. Our time in Krakow would have been half as interesting if we had not had Bartek with us. Just do it!"
"Tomaz was a great guide. He was very knowledgeable on the history of the city and as well as the country. He showed us the best spots to visit and important places in Kraków’s history. I would 100% recommend taking this tour "
"We had never visited Krakow before but have enjoyed walking tours of several new cities around the world to orient us to the city. Bartek was the very best of what a tour guide should be - great knowledge of history, architecture, geography, social life, contemporary issues for the city and nation. He has a delightful personality, relaxed, easy going and filled with interesting commentary all along the way, including the (at times) humorous superstitions threaded throughout Krakovian history. He was very accommodating, offering to meet us at our hotel or several other locations. The pace of the tour was great with a relaxing stop for coffee along the way. The pre arrival communication was easy and straightforward which gave us great confidence - we were not at all disappointed. We give Bartek the strongest recommendation we could give for his time with us."
"We had an excellent afternoon walking tour with Bartek in Krakow Old Town. Bartek’s knowledge of Krakow is encyclopaedically good, and he very quickly understood our interests and how best to bring Krakow's history alive for us. Most importantly, he himself was a very interesting and friendly person to spend time with. First class! "
"Krzysztof was a great host. Very knowledgeable with great insights. Pointed out things to us that we would never have noticed or understood about his city which he obviously loves. Great recommendations for dinner. Highly recommend. Many thanks. "
"Thomasz was very knowledgable and we came away with a good understanding of the history of krakow and Poland. Thomasz was very friendly and was more than happy to answer any questions we had about every day life in the city. We would thoroughly recommend a walking tour with Thomasz. "
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Wawel Castle's history spans centuries, from its early medieval origins to its role as the seat of Polish royalty. Discover its evolution through time with a local guide.
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Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Experience Wawel Castle like never before with a Withlocals private tour. Don't miss out; book your unforgettable Wawel adventure now!