Visiting St. Mary's Basilica: what to know
- Tickets
- Small entry fee for visitors, with a separate ticket for the tower; free for Mass and prayer.
- Time needed
- 30 to 60 minutes.
- Best time
- On the hour to hear the trumpet call.
- Getting there
- On the Main Square, a short walk from the train station.
Krakow itineraries with St. Mary's Basilica
St. Mary's Basilica is on day 1
St. Mary's Basilica is on day 1
St. Mary's Basilica is on day 1
Day 1 of Krakow: Weekend Escape
The Main Square
How St. Mary's Basilica fits into a day.- 9:30Main Square, KrakówOld Town
- 10:30St. Mary's Basilica, KrakówOld Town
- 12:00Cloth Hall, KrakówOld Town
- 14:30Rynek UndergroundOld Town
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St. Mary's Basilica FAQs
Is St. Mary's Basilica free to enter?
Entry to the main church is free. A fee applies for the tower climb.
What is the trumpet call at St. Mary's Basilica?
A trumpeter plays a short melody from the tower every hour. The tradition dates back several centuries.
When is St. Mary's Basilica open?
Hours vary by season and day. Confirm current times on site or with local sources.
