In the Footsteps of John Paul II from Krakow

Kraków, Poland

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Pope Saint John Paul II was born in Wadowice, and this tour is a great way to understand more about his home town and early life. Save time researching which sites in the city are associated with Pope Saint John Paul II, and get a guide’s shortlist instead. Travel with ease in a comfortable vehicle and benefit from the convenience of having hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Duration

7 hours

The tour starts at

Kraków, Poland

Start: Krakow

Your tour begins with the pickup from selected hotels or main departure point. The journey to Wadowice takes about 1 hour.

Your tour begins with the pickup from selected hotels or main departure point. The journey to Wadowice takes about 1 hour.
Stop At: Wadowice, The Museum Family Home of the Holy Father John Paul II

After reaching the place, you will visit the Family House of Karol Wojtyla, the Holy Father John Paul II in the city of Wadowice thanks to a professional guide speaking your language. The Museum's ...

After reaching the place, you will visit the Family House of Karol Wojtyla, the Holy Father John Paul II in the city of Wadowice thanks to a professional guide speaking your language. The Museum's mission is to commemorate and disseminate knowledge about the life and teachings of the Holy Father, John Paul II, whose pontificate and message occupy a special place in the Polish national heritage. The museum is trying to pass on to the next generations the person of John Paul II - as a model of a noble, wise man, open to other people, enjoying authority and respect. Visiting the house of John Paul II will take about 1.5 hours, you will spend the next 30 minutes exploring the central square of the city from which John Paul II comes and the church where the future pope was baptized.

After visiting you will sit down and relax in one of the cosy cafes and taste of the favourite cake of John Paul II.

Admission ticket: included in the price

Break in cafe not included in the price - approx. 15 PLN

Duration: 2 ½ hours

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Stop At: Kalwaria Zebrzydowska

You will visit 17th century Baroque Church famous for its miraculous painting of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Kalwaria (Polish for Calvary) - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Admiss...

You will visit 17th century Baroque Church famous for its miraculous painting of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Kalwaria (Polish for Calvary) - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Admission ticket: free

Duration: 30 minutes

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Stop At: Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy

You will visit a sacred complex, connected with the life and activity of Saint Sister Faustina. The dynamic development of the Sanctuary took place after the beatification of Sister Faustina on Apr...

You will visit a sacred complex, connected with the life and activity of Saint Sister Faustina. The dynamic development of the Sanctuary took place after the beatification of Sister Faustina on April 18, 1993, and its canonization on April 30, 2000, and thanks to the pilgrimages of Pope John Paul II (1997 and 2002), Pope Benedict XVI (2006) and Pope Francis (2016).

Admission ticket: free

Duration: 40 minutes

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Stop At: John Paul II Center

You will visit a Roman Catholic center dedicated to the life and work of Pope John Paul II operating in Krakow. The Center's task is to disseminate and creatively develop the legacy of John Paul II...

You will visit a Roman Catholic center dedicated to the life and work of Pope John Paul II operating in Krakow. The Center's task is to disseminate and creatively develop the legacy of John Paul II, promote spirituality, culture and traditions associated with his person, as well as scientific and educational activities and assistance to those in need. On June 12, 2011, the relic of John Paul II was introduced to the lower chapel of the John Paul II Sanctuary: an ampule with blood, placed in the altar mensa.

Admission ticket: free

Duration: 40 minutes

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End: Krakow

After completing the tour, you will be drop-off back at your original departure point.

After completing the tour, you will be drop-off back at your original departure point.

Services of a professional guide, transport to Wadowice, Kalwaria and Łagiewniki, walking tour around the places, visit to the museum of John Paul II.

Break in a café (approx. 15 PLN p.p.), unless specified, gratuities.