Wawel Recovered

Experience the remarkable story of Wawel Castle’s recovery, a testament to resilience and dedication.

The recovery of Wawel Castle is not just a restoration of physical structures but also a celebration of the indomitable spirit that preserves history for future generations. Today, visitors can marvel at the castle’s renewed grandeur, where each corridor and courtyard whispers tales of a glorious past reclaimed.

Join us on a journey through the recovered Wawel Castle, where history stands tall and proud, resilient in the face of adversity. Explore the legacy of recovery and restoration, and be part of the ongoing narrative that safeguards Wawel Castle for the ages.

Visit the only interactive exhibition on Wawel Royal Castle. Delve into the stories told by the photographs from the end of the 18th century to the end of the 20th. This unique exhibition focuses on the struggle to recover from Austria’s occupied Wawel Castle in the 18th-20th century. It also shows the enormous effort need to castle restoration after the occupation as well as the transformation of the Wawel into an Austrian army citadel.

Tuesday – Sunday*

 

* Open on Mondays 9:30 am – 1:00 pm.
Free admission ticket is available to collect at the ticket office.

July – August
9:30 am to 7 pm

From September:
9:30 am to 5 pm

Please note: Last entry is possible 30 min before closure time

  • Children bellow 6 years can buy free ticket.
  • Childs aged 7-12 can use discount tickets.
  • Students aged 13-25 with valid EU student card can use discount ticket.
  • It is not allowed to enter the exhibition with luggage. You will have to leave your luggage before the entrance in the nearby luggage storage. It is free of charge.
  • Pets are not allowed to enter. ​

The Crown Treasury is not wheelchair accessible

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Location of Wawel Recovered

Wawel Recovered is located in the main courtyard.

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Entrance to Wawel Recovered

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