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Krakow: Pope John Paul II History: Guided Tour - Home & Sanctuary

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| Krakow, Poland
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On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.
6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, Ukrainian, Hungarian, Slovak

Overview

Visit the family home of Pope John Paul II in Wadowice. Learn the history of Karol Wojtyla, the man who became the pope. Use audioguide in your language. Discover the center of John Paul II, admire collections of paintings, robes and many other items related to the Pope. Use the transport from Krakow with pick up and drop off from your hotel (door-to-door service).

• Round-trip door-to-door transfers are provided
• No need to buy tickets on site - admission is included
• Learn history about John Paul II from audioguide in the language of your choice

What's Included

  • Visit to the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy
  • Entrance ticket to the Museum of the family home of Pope in Wadowice
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Lunch
  • The driver is not the group guide !
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Pickup directly from your selected hotel or apartment in Krakow (or the nearest location up to 5 minutes walk if vehicle access is prohibited or difficult). The day before the tour, after collecting all addresses from the other tour participants, you will receive the exact pickup time from your accommodation. Pick-ups take place daily between 8.30 and 9.30

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square (pass by)

Your tour begins with transportation from Krakow, pickup by vehicle from a pre-determined place (hotel or other place that you choose) at a specified date and time. Transport form Krakow to Wadowice takes about 1 hour.
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Family Home of John Paul II

The main point of the trip will be the Karol Wojtyla Family Home in Wadowice, where the future pope was raised. You can visit the museum using an audio guide. You will learn the story of John Paul II from his birth to the time when he became pope and finally was raised to the altars. You will discover how John Paul II promoted spirituality, culture and traditions, scientific progress and educational activities. You will listen to how he helped those in need. You will learn the most important facts and you will learn many stories that you did not know before.After the tour, take some time to explore the city's central square and see the church where the future Pope was baptized, or go for a coffee with a cake called "kremowka" - the Pope's favorite delicacy from his youth when he was growing up in his hometown of Wadowice.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Sanctuary of Divine Mercy

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). Popes celebrated Masses and met with the faithful, including during World Youth Day in Krakow here.There is also a cell where Saint Sister Faustyna Kowalska lived and worked. The Sister is know thanks of numerous stories related to the revelations of Jesus to her. Once there, you will see a reconstruction of the room and listen to an audioguide telling the story of her life.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

John Paul II Center

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.In the main church there is the pope's original robe from the day he was shot by Mehmet Ali Ağca in a planned attempt on him life.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square (pass by)

After completing the tour, you will be taken to a designated place in Krakow.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Krakow: Pope John Paul II History: Guided Tour – Home & Sanctuary?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Krakow: Pope John Paul II History: Guided Tour – Home & Sanctuary?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Visit to the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy.
  • Entrance ticket to the Museum of the family home of Pope in Wadowice.
  • Hotel pick up & drop off.
  • Helpful english speaking driver at your disposal during the trip.
  • Visit to the Pope John Paul II Center.
  • Round-trip door-to-door transfers from Krakow.
  • Audioguide in the chosen language in the home of John Paul II.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • The driver is not the group guide !.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Krakow: Pope John Paul II History: Guided Tour - Home & Sanctuary is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Krakow: Pope John Paul II History: Guided Tour – Home & Sanctuary will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Visit to the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy
  • Entrance ticket to the Museum of the family home of Pope in Wadowice
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Helpful english speaking driver at your disposal during the trip
  • Visit to the Pope John Paul II Center
  • Round-trip door-to-door transfers from Krakow
  • Audioguide in the chosen language in the home of John Paul II
  • Lunch
  • The driver is not the group guide !

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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