Krakow's Jewish Quarter, Schindler's Factory & Jewish Ghetto Tour
Discover one of Krakow's most significant and beloved museums, Schindler’s Enamel Factory, nestled on 4 Lipowa Street and a vital component of the Historical Museum of Krakow. The main exhibition, titled ''Kraków under Nazi Occupation 1939–1945'', offers profound insights into this tumultuous period. Join a guided tour led by a professional guide who will delve into every aspect of the exhibition, including the poignant story of Oskar Schindler. Skip the lengthy ticket lines and elevate your experience with a guided walk through the Kazimierz district, Krakow's Old Jewish Quarter, and the Jewish Ghetto, providing a deeper understanding of the city's rich cultural and historical heritage.
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What's included in Krakow's Jewish Quarter, Schindler's Factory & Jewish Ghetto Tour
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Kazmierz The Former Jewish District
Visit Kazimierz - Krakow's former Jewish Quarter with a professional guide. Get to know the unusual color of this place resulting from the mixing of many cultures in a small urban space.
Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera
Step into the heart of history at Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory—a place where the past echoes through every brick and corridor. Here, the story of courage, compassion, and resilience unfolds against the backdrop of World War II. As you walk through the factory’s halls, you’ll find yourself immersed in a world frozen in time. Authentic artifacts, photographs, and personal testimonies weave a powerful narrative. Explore Schindler’s office—the very room where decisions of life and death were made. Feel the weight of history as you stand where he once stood.
Plac Bohaterow Getta
Plac Bohaterów Getta (Ghetto Heroes’ Square), situated within the Jewish Ghetto Square, holds a special significance. It was here that Jews were identified, their fate sealed, and their lives forever changed. The square now serves as a memorial, adorned with plaques and inscriptions, honoring the memory of those who perished.
Inclusions
- - Kazimierz walking tour
- - Professional tour guide
- - Former ghetto walking tour
- - Tickets to the Schindler's Factory Museum
- Entrance ticket to the Rem Synagogue and the cemetery - 10 PLN per person (optional).
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Group gathering/meeting point: on the steps of the Old Synagogue. The guide with the "excursions.city" sign
