World War Two in Krakow: Jewish Quarter & Ghetto Tour

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About this activity

This award-winning tour is the best way to learn the history of Krakow's Jewish Quarter. The small fee paid to Viator is a booking fee to secure your place on the tour. On the day, you will join our donations-based tour. Our guides work for contributions at the end. The amount you donate is up to you.

What you will see:

The tour takes you to the heart of the 700-year-old Jewish Quarter of Krakow including the World War Two ghetto.

Kazimierz was the centre of Jewish life in Poland. Wander through its picturesque cobbled streets past historic synagogues and temples and learn how this quaint part of Krakow was forever changed during the Second World War.

We visit the former Krakow ghetto, the empty chairs holocaust memorial, and Schindler’s List filming locations. As well as discussing the German Army’s occupation of Krakow. You'll also see how Kazimierz is now a revived hub of street art and food.

No trip to Krakow is complete without a visit to the Jewish Quarter.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: City Walks Krakow

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Meet in front of St. Mary's Basilica. Look for the BLUE umbrella.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Szeroka Street

30 min

The Jewish Quarter's most picturesque street. Learn the history of this area that was once home to one of the largest Jewish communities in Europe
Muzeum Krakowa - Stara Synagoga

Passing by

Learn the history of Poland's oldest and most important synagogue
Plac Bohaterow Getta

20 min

Here our guests learn of the tragic events of the holocaust in the Krakow Ghetto and the meaning behind Krakow's most poignant Holocaust memorial.
Plac Wolnica

5 min

Kazimierz's main market square—once the second largest in Europe.
Father Bernatek Footbridge

5 min

Pass over Krakow's most beautiful bridge
Stop 6

10 min

Finish the tour in one of Krakow's liveliest squares filled with street food, restaurants and vibrant nightlife.