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Explore the darker side of Kraków’s Kazimierz on a haunting guided walk. Trace the crimes of Karol Kot, the “Vampire of Kraków,” and uncover the city’s most disturbing true stories.
Embark on a chilling walk through Kazimierz, Kraków’s historic Jewish Quarter, and uncover the true story of Karol Kot, the infamous “Vampire of Kraków.” This guided group tour follows the real locations connected to his brutal crimes in the 1960s, when fear gripped the city.
Highlights
• Walk through the atmospheric streets of Kazimierz Jewish Quarter
• Discover the true crimes of Karol Kot, the “Vampire of Kraków”
• Visit the real sites connected to the attacks
• Learn about the police investigation and manhunt
• Reflect at Plac Nowy, where past and present intersect
Set against the bleak reality of post-war, communist-era Kraków, you will explore how social tension, anonymity, and decay formed the backdrop to a shocking series of attacks.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide on the steps of the Old Synagogue. They will hold a Criminal Kazimierz sign
Itinerary
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1Krakow
Kazimierz – Introduction Meet your guide in the heart of Kazimierz and learn about the district’s 20th-century history and the background of Karol Kot. The Poisoned Beer Hear about Kot’s early experiments with arsenic-laced beer bottles and his disturbing fascination with death. The Skilled Marksman Explore his double life as a disciplined shooter in a youth paramilitary organization, hiding a growing obsession with knives and violence. The First Serious Attack Stand near the location of his early knife assault and learn how authorities began to realize the gravity of the crimes. The First Murder Visit the area where Kot committed his first fatal attack and discover how fear spread among the elderly residents. Escalation of Violence Trace the turning point in his crimes and examine the calculated manner in which he acted. The Police Investigation Follow the city-wide search, including school inspections and testimonies that led to his identification. Karol Kot’s Home and Final Fate
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We kindly ask you to arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers will not be able to join and tickets cannot be refunded.
- Our group tours are only in 1 language. Select your preferred language when booking.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and be prepared for the different weather conditions. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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