Krakow: Kazimierz, Jewish Ghetto and Schindler's Factory
ID: GYG370781-666561
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
01:15 hours
Description
Experience a guided tour of the Jewish history in Krakow, discover the former Jewish ghetto, and see the original factory of Oskar Schindler.
Learn about the everyday lives of the Jewish community before and during World War II. In a tour of a maximum of 12 people, you will learn about the beginning of Nazi occupation, the first resettlements and the harsh conditions of life in the ghetto.
The tour starts in Kazimierz where you will see the Jewish Quarter, the center of Jewish life until the beginning of World War II. Explore the neighborhood and learn about one of the largest synagogue complexes in Europe.
From Kazimierz you will head towards Podgórze, the district where the Jewish ghetto was located. The tour passes the Ghetto Heroes Square with its meaningful monument of empty chairs, the Eagle Pharmacy, and fragments of the Ghetto Wall.
At the end, you will get an insight into the history of Oskar Schindler and see the original factory which now houses the Historical Museum of Kraków. The tour ends in front of Schindler’s Factory which you can explore on your own, or you can be dropped off at the starting point.
Highlights
- Discover the former Jewish ghetto of Krakow
- Visit one of the largest synagogue complexes in Europe
- Finish the tour at Schindler’s Factory and explore it at your own pace
- Learn about the places you pass with your audioguide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note that the museum might be closed on holidays, you can call or visit the museum's website for further information.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
Please arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts at the tourist bus stop with the sign “K+R BUS".
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
