Krakow: Schindler's Factory Guided Tour Tour in English
ID: GYG397303-721779
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
See the fascinating "Krakow Under Occupation" exhibition located in Oskar Schindler's enamel factory and learn more about the famous German entrepreneur on this guided walking tour.
Visit one of the most important and popular museums in Krakow on a guided tour of Oskar Schindler's enamel factory and immerse yourself in daily life for the citizens of Krakow during the Nazi Occupation of 1939 to 1945.
During your tour, learn about the history of World War II and its impact on the everyday life of ordinary people. See the headquarters of the enamel company, Deutsche Emailwarenfabrik, and hear how its owner, Oskar Schindler saved many of his employees from inevitable death.
Wander through the museum's many multimedia installations. Walk along the cobbled streets of the city, enter the photographer's atelier, visit the hairdresser, get on the tram, see a typical apartment in the Jewish ghetto, and then find yourself with its inhabitants in the Płaszów concentration camp.
The five key points in the city's history are marked by "memory machines" throughout the building – the stampers which you can use to obtain a commemorative stamp associated with the given historical event. At the end of your tour, enjoy a unique souvenir of your visit to the factory.
Highlights
- Learn about Nazi-occupied Krakow with the professional guide
- Hear the extraordinary story of German entrepreneur Oskar Schindler
- Enjoy the museum's unusual and modern exhibitions
- Skip the long lines of tourists
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that this is not a biographical museum — the exhibition focuses on occupied Krakow and daily life for citizens under Nazi rule
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet your guide at Lipowa 4, 30-702 Krakow, near the main entrance to the Factory. The guide will be holding a "excursions.city" sign.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
