Stunning...beautiful...awe inspiring... intricate. I had a wonderful visit here. I am not religious…read morebut had a very zen and spiritual visit here taking it all in. The architecture and history of 700+ years are incredible. Try to stay for the music from the tower on the hour.

Wanted to find a church with English speaking service. This church offers one at a different…read morelocation (see their website) and I think this is the only one in the area. Glad I was able to find this one since I really wanted to attend a service, hear a message and pray. This is actually my first catholic service I've ever been to. Been a Pentecostal all my life and usually attend non denominational and charismatic churches so this was definitely a change in scenery for me. But I was thankful God led me here as the priest spoke a good word about not giving in to fear of the unknown and the future. Since I never been to a catholic service I sat in the back and just followed what everyone else did. A lot of liturgy and standing up, kneeling and sitting down. But I felt the Lord in this place. Glad they offer a service in English in the Old Town. Also glad I got to do communion today. They only do the bread (body) and not the wine/juice (blood) not sure why not the drink. Location: it is located right next to Wawel Castle. See my pics as I had a hard time finding it at first since all the signs are in Polish and Google Maps didn't pick it up. Thank you Lord for bringing me here to pray and hear the Word today.

This church doesn't look like much from the outside but it shouldn't be missed. The walls are…read morecovered in colorful, art deco patterns. But the stained glass is what is absolutely amazing, some of the best I have every seen anywhere. It's a little off the main square but not a long way and worth the walk.

Probably the second nicest church in Kraków after St Mary's in the square. I'd recommend it to…read moreanyone who is spending more than two days in the city and can appreciate those sites that may be off the beaten path.

The Wawel Cathedral was the highlight of a visit to Wawel Castle and grounds…read more Outside was an impressive view and more than the castle itself. Tickets were purchased across from the cathedral entrance. Admission included a climb up to the bell tower, crypts and the separate Archdiocesan Museum. When climbing the stairs up to the entrance make sure to check out the huge bone hanging above to the left. Maybe a whale or purported dragon bone. Inside was ornate and full of royal or VIP tombs as expected. Not all chapels were open for visitors that day but St JPII's one was a popular stop eventhough it was empty. The royal crypts were accessible but not the crypt holding many of Poland's famous poets or authors. It was under renovation until the end of March. The climb up Sigismund tower was narrow at times but does open up to a decent size room with Krakow city views from two sides. Lots of closeups with the various bells. Traffic jams do happen on the way up when a tour group beats you in so be prepared for slow progress. The crypts were brightly lit and held the remains of a US Revolutionary War general and other military heroes, a Polish President and First Lady, and of course royals. It was brightly lit and well organized. Mass was held regularly and open to the public. You have to let the security guard in the front know you want to attend and he will go over the rule of attendance. Seating was limited and visitors not allowed to wander in the cathedral before or after.

It's the cathedral at Wawel Castle. If anything, visit it to learn about the Polish Kings and to…read moreclimb up to Sigismund Tower. It is said that touching the heart of Sigismund Bell will bring you good luck. We were told that it will bring you marriage. One husband is enough for me. Haha! There are 5 bells in the tower, so be sure that you're touching the right one. This is also the cathedral where Father Wojtyła (Pope John Paul II) celebrated his very first Holy Mass at the crypt of St. Leonard. I would have taken a picture of it, but they don't allow photography in the cathedral with the exception of the bell tower. I was only able to snap one of the informational signs next to the tomb of King Władysław II Jagiełło (former Duke of Lithuania) before being told it's not allowed. He was married to King Jadwiga of Poland. Yes, female monarchs held the title of "King" in those times. Isn't this the first diarcy in history? It's my first time reading about 2 Kings ruling over a country. He became the sole King of Poland after her death from complications after childbirth. Did you know that she was only 12 years old when they married in 1836? Apparently, it wasn't controversial at the time. The only controversy was regarding her previous marriage or unmarriage to the 14 year old William of Austria (Habsburg Dynasty). Was it consummated, or not? We'll never know because he was expelled out of Poland. All controversy aside, she did a lot of good for the Polish people during her 15 year reign. You'll get to see her tomb in the cathedral, and many others. It's a beautiful cathedral, and well-worth the small entrance fee. The ticket office is in a separate building near the entrance. We purchased an individual ticket without the tour option. I didn't think it was needed since the most important parts had description markers. Don't forget to take pictures of the dragon bones hanging at the entrance on your way in. You will exit through a different path that takes you through more crypts on your way out. It's a part of Kraków's history that shouldn't be missed.

This is a tiny old church in the main market square where people can visit and pray. However at 7pm…read moreit turns into a classical music venue housing the Royal Chamber Orchestra of Krakow. The one-hour performance of four musicians play well known classical tunes from composers and cinema. They are very talented and the entire show was very enjoyable and intimate.