Krakow: Oskar Schindler's Factory Entry and Guided Tour Tour in French
ID: GYG422143-O-764406
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Learn about the history of Krakow during World War II on a guided tour of Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory. See photographs, eyewitness accounts, and films that bring the exhibitions to life.
Take a guided tour of the historical museum located in the former enamel factory of Oscar Schindler, as made famous in Steven Spielberg’s “Schindler’s List.” Experience the museum’s moving permanent collection. Learn about everyday life in Krakow during the Nazi occupation from 1939 to 1945. The exhibition is a story about both the Poles and Jews, as well as the Nazi occupiers who violently disrupted Krakow’s centuries-long history of Polish-Jewish relations.
Enter Schindler’s office, which has been preserved within the factory's administrative building. See the “Survivor’s Ark” made of thousands of enamel pots, similar to those produced in the factory. Witness documentary photographs, eyewitness accounts, film documentaries, and multimedia presentations, which bring the city’s history to life.
Wander through a theatrical recreation of Krakow’s historical city space. Board a tram and watch a documentary portraying the everyday life of the city. Visit a typical Jewish apartment. See artifacts from the Plazow camp. Walk through the “Hall of Choices,” a sculptural installation symbolizing the ethical dilemmas that people encountered during the war.
Highlights
- Visit the Oscar Schindler's Factory, as made famous in Steven Spielberg's "Schin
- Learn about life in Krakow during the Nazi Occupation
- Skip the line and have more time to explore the museum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please wait for our guide at the front of the main entrance of Museum.
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
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.