The new permanent exhibition on view in the medieval interiors of a group of Gothic buildings on the north side of Wawel Hill focuses on Wawel's history from the Poland's loss of independence in 1795 to the present day. It tells the story of the trying period of the Partitions, when the Poland's territory was carved up by Russia, Prussia, and Austria, and Wawel was converted into an Austrian military stronghold. During this period, some medieval buildings were demolished and the once-splendid royal residence was turned into barracks for the occupying army. Experience the story of the castle's restoration through works of art, architectural details, arms, collectibles, large-format reproductions of period photographs and archival dokument, as well as engaging multimedia presentations and interactive computer programs.

The picturesque karst cave—the lair of the legendary Wawel Dragon—is one of Wawel Hill’s more curious features. The route follows 81 meters of the cave’s total 270 meters of corridors and exits onto the Vistula Boulevards next to the “fire-breathing” Wawel Dragon, a statue by Bronisław Chromy (1972). If a family discount is used, parents/guardians should uncheck item No. 8 "OTHER" when selecting the status eligible for the discount.

One of the Wawel Castle’s three artillery towers. It was built in about 1460, during the reign of Casimir IV Jagiellon, to strengthen the defenses of the royal residence against attack from the most vulnerable, southern side. The top of the tower offers views of Cracow and the surrounding countryside.If a family discount is used, parents/guardians should uncheck item No. 8 "OTHER" when selecting the status eligible for the discount.