Krakow: Pope John Paul II History: Guided Tour - Home & Sanctuary
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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
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 9 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 9 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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
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 !
Meeting Points
Departure
Radisson Blu Hotel, Krakow
BUS BAY - Meeting Point - street Straszewskiego 17 next to Radisson Blu Hotel
Return
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Krakow: Pope John Paul II History: Guided Tour - Home & Sanctuary
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About
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
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 9 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 9 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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
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 !
Meeting Points
Departure
Radisson Blu Hotel, Krakow
BUS BAY - Meeting Point - street Straszewskiego 17 next to Radisson Blu Hotel
Return
Itinerary
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Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
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.
2 hours
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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.
40 minutes
4
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.
40 minutes
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Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
After completing the tour, you will be taken to a designated place in Krakow.