Wawel Royal Castle and Wawel Cathedral are two separate and independently functioning institutions.
The Castle encompasses several permanent exhibitions and seasonal attractions; the museum also holds temporary exhibitions.

Wawel Hill opening hours: 
6:00 am – 5:30 pm (November–March)
6:00 am – 7:00 pm (April–September)
6:00 am – 8:00 pm (May, August)
6:00 am – 9:00 pm (June, July)
6:00 am – 6:00 pm (October)