Discover Wawel from a completely different perspective on this unique Herstory walking tour, dedicated to the women who shaped the history of Krakow and Poland. This approximately 2-hour walk across Wawel Hill reveals famous landmarks through the stories of queens, rulers, saints, artists, and extraordinary women whose influence is often overlooked in traditional historical narratives.

During the tour, you will hear about figures such as Dobrawa, Emnilda, Saint Kinga, Queen Jadwiga, Zofia Holszańska, Elisabeth of Austria, Bona Sforza, and Barbara Radziwiłłówna, as well as women connected to modern Krakow. The route blends legend, politics, court life, culture, and everyday experience into a compelling story about women who helped shape one of Poland’s most important historical sites.

This is not a standard Wawel tour. Herstory is a thoughtful and intimate journey through time, designed for travelers who want to go beyond the usual sightseeing route. Along the way, you will explore stories of love, power, intrigue, education, fashion, spirituality, and resilience, all set against the backdrop of Poland’s royal past.

The tour leads through Wawel’s most important spaces while offering a fresh and engaging interpretation of the site. It is an excellent choice for travelers interested in history, culture, storytelling, and discovering Krakow from a new angle.