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Krakow Jewish Ghetto and Quarter Audio Guided Walking Tour

4.9 (20 reviews) 1 h 10 min – 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Krakow Jewish Ghetto and Quarter Audio Guided Walking Tour

About this activity

Uncover the history of the Jewish people of Krakow as you walk through the Ghetto and Jewish Quarter. Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7, on our location aware (GPS) smartphone guided walking tour.

You'll walk in the footsteps of history through the sites of the Ghetto and hear about its survivors and horrific tales of the liquidation of the Ghetto and what happened during WW2.

You'll also hear tales of courage, honor and triumph. Learn about the brave souls that risked their lives to save others. See the sites of Schindlers list movie filming and hear his story. See and hear about the Jewish quarter and the history of the Jewish people that lived here for more than 500 years.

The tour is professionally produced with pro themed narration and music. It guides you step by step telling you what to look at and the story.

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At a glance

Duration
1 h 10 min – 2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
English
Operated by
WalknTours

Ages: Children (8–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: See the Jewish Quarter and Ghetto of Krakow
  • Included: Go anytime, this is all outside can you can take it 24/7
  • Included: After the on location tour listen to the Virtual Tour anytime
  • Included: Guided step by step through the Ghetto and Jewish Quarter by your phone
  • Included: Smartphone guided (GPS) Location Aware Walking Tour on our Walking Tour app
  • Included: It never expires, go anytime, as many times as you like
  • Included: Professionally produced, narrated and infused with music and sound effects

Not included

  • Not included: No food, drinks, entrance fees or human guide. The tour is all outside and guided by a phone app

Itinerary

  1. Galicia Jewish Museum

    Passing by

    The tour ends at the Galicia Museum, a bookstore and museum with a great mural.

  2. Plac Bohaterow Getta

    10 min

    You are now standing in the Krakow Ghetto on the site where 1000s were brutally murdered. You'll hear the story of the Ghetto, how the people were trapped, killed and tortured.

  3. Stop 3

    10 min

    The tour starts here, you'll hear the story of the autrocities that happened here, the bright lights of hope of the people that met here, and the story of the holocaust and much more.

  4. Eagle Pharmacy - Museum of Krakow

    Passing by

    The tour stops outside this museum and you'll hear the story of the person that ran this pharmacy and how he did all he could to save the people.

  5. Stop 5

    5 min

    You'll see the Robot Mural, and hear it's connection to the Krakow Ghetto and it's story.

  6. Stop 6

    5 min

    You'll see the mural Blu "Never Follow" and learn it's story and why it was painted here. You'll also learn the story of how many Jewish people were targeted and myths.

  7. Stop 7

    5 min

    You'll see the statue of the old Mayor and learn his role in developing Krakow.

  8. Stop 8

    5 min

    You'll cross over the Wisla River on the Father Bernatek’s Bridge, and you'll hear the story of the bridge, the figures that hang on it as you cross to the Jewish Quarter.

  9. Plac Wolnica

    5 min

    You'll explore Plac Wolnica and hear the story of the the square, how it was founded, and it's history

  10. Stop 10

    Passing by

    The Jewish Quarter, on the tour you'll explore many locations, some hidden gems, some of the most popular and you'll learn the story of the Jewish people that lived and live here.

  11. Stop 11

    5 min

    You'll see Schindler's List Passage, the site that Schindler's List was filmed. You'll learn the story of the film, where it was filmed, the story of Schindler, how he saved so many, and how he did it.

  12. Tempel Synagogue

    Passing by

    You'll see the outside of the Tempel Synagogue, Kraków, and learn it's history and how it impacted the community in the past and present.

  13. Stop 13

    5 min

    Founded by the current King of England, learn the story of how this JCC unites the community, and welcome visitors.

  14. Szeroka Street

    10 min

    Explore the historic Szeroka street, you'll discover the story of the Jewish people that lived here, the Mikveh, the synagogues,, the history and much more.

  15. Remuh Synagogue

    Passing by

    Over 500 years old, it's one of the oldest, and historic. The tour stops outside where you'll hear it's story, the story of what happened to it in WW2 and what the Nazi's did with the headstones.

  16. Statue of Jan Karski

    5 min

    The spy that risked his life to spy on the Nazi's.

  17. Stop 17

    Passing by

    The building was rebuilt in 1570, by the Italian architect Mateo Gucci. No relation to the fashion icon. The Old Synagogue is also a rare surviving example of a Polish fortress synagogue. Learn it's story and hidden 'sunken' history.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Your tour starts in Ghetto Hero's Square, Plac Bohaterów Getta. You are now standing in the Krakow Ghetto on the site where 1000s were brutally murdered. You'll hear the story of the Ghetto, the Nazi's, and the hero's. From here the WalknTours app will guide you step by step through Krakow.

End point

  • After exploring the Ghetto and Jewish Quarter the tour ends at Galicia Museum, a book store and site of an amazing mural. You'll have the chance then to explore more.

Using your ticket

Thank you for booking the Krakow Ghetto and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour.

This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text +1-617-991-3269 email info@walkntours or call toll free 1-888-959-7789. . Your ticket is below.

Quick overview:

1. Get the WalknTours app

2. Register

3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code 'quarter0612' to unlock it

Full ticket:

HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR

*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code 'quarter0612'.

*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code 'quarter0612'

Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.

App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600

Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours

Step 2: Register an Account or Login

Step 3: Open the Tour

Select Poland and Krakow

Select the Krakow Ghetto and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour and click it.

Click "Enter Experience Code"

Enter the Experience Code "quarter0612'

Click apply

The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime.

To take the tour go the Plac Bohaterów Getta and press play.

Have questions? Email us [email protected] or text 617-991-3269 or call toll free 1-888-959-7789.

Thank you!

Greg @ WalknTours

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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