Krakow Private Jewish Tour: 4 Synagogues, Pharmacy & Ghetto

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Krakow, Poland

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5 to 7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore Jewish Krakow with a fully certified expert. This private journey goes beyond the standard path, decoding history from the Golden Age of Kazimierz to the tragic reality of the Ghetto. Visit historic synagogues, 16th-century tombstones, and WWII sites. Led at a refined, unhurried pace, this exclusive experience is for discerning travelers seeking deep historical context.

Highlights:
- Old Synagogue: Poland's oldest synagogue, showcasing rich Jewish culture.
- Remuh Synagogue: A historic 16th-century prayer house and profound spiritual site.
- Isaac Synagogue: The largest house of prayer with striking architecture.
- Tempel Synagogue: A stunning 19th-century temple with magnificent interiors.
- Ghetto Heroes Square: Reflection at the haunting Empty Chairs Monument.
- Eagle Pharmacy & Ghetto Wall: Key WWII locations of survival and courage.

To include a respectful guided walk through the former Plaszow Camp site, please select the Extended Tour Option during checkout.

What's Included

Personalized Hotel Pickup: From any hotel within 1 km of Wolnica Square.
Private, fully certified City Guide (Local Expert)
Flexible & Unhurried Pace: A journey designed to match your rhythm and interests.
Local transport convenience: Tram tickets for a return from the Ghetto area to the City Center/Hotel
All Admission Tickets: Included for the Old Synagogue, Remuh Synagogue & Cemetery, Izaak Synagogue, Tempel Synagogue, and the Eagle Pharmacy (Apteka pod Orłem)
The cost of the coffee/snack during our historic cafe break is not included.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If your hotel is located within the specified area, I will meet you directly in your hotel lobby and we will begin our walk from there.

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Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Plac Wolnica

    Introduction to the history of Kazimierz. Walk down historic Jozefa Street, viewing the exterior of the High Synagogue.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Muzeum Krakowa - Stara Synagoga

    Indoor visit to the oldest preserved synagogue in Poland, located at the historic Szeroka Street.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Remuh Synagogue (Synagoga Remuh)

    Indoor tour of the active Remuh Synagogue, the nearby historic Popper Synagogue (now a bookstore), and the profound 16th-century Jewish cemetery.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Indoor visit to Isaac Jakubowicz Synagogue, the largest house of prayer in the district. See the exterior of Kupa Synagogue and the historic medieval defensive walls of Kazimierz.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Exploration of the vibrant heart of the Jewish Quarter, exploring its unique market culture and local heritage.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Indoor visit to the spectacular 19th-century reformed synagogue with its magnificent interiors.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Kazmierz The Former Jewish District

    A relaxed lunch break at a traditional, curated restaurant in the area (at own expense).

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Mrs. Dresner courtyard and stairs (Schindler's List)

    Walk through the famous Schindler's List passage, followed by a scenic walk across the Father Bernatek Footbridge into the Podgorze district.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Plac Bohaterow Getta

    Walk down Jozefinska Street to the Ghetto Heroes Square. Exploration of the tragic WWII history at the Empty Chairs Monument.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Eagle Pharmacy - Museum of Krakow

    Indoor visit to the historic pharmacy operated by Tadeusz Pankiewicz during the Nazi occupation.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 11
    Ghetto Wall Fragment

    A moment of reflection at the last remaining original fragments of the Krakow Ghetto wall.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Plaszow Concentration Camp

    EXTENDED OPTION. Please note: This stop is exclusive to the 7-hour extended tour option. Private transit and a respectful guided walk through the former concentration camp territory.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by GreenHike Krakow

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

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