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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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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.
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.
Itinerary
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Galicia Jewish Museum (Pass by)
The tour ends at the Galicia Museum, a bookstore and museum with a great mural.
Admission ticket free -
1Plac Bohaterow 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, how the people were trapped, killed and tortured.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Eagle Pharmacy - Museum of Krakow (Pass 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.
Admission ticket free -
3
You'll see the Robot Mural, and hear it's connection to the Krakow Ghetto and it's story.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
You'll see the statue of the old Mayor and learn his role in developing Krakow.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Plac Wolnica
You'll explore Plac Wolnica and hear the story of the the square, how it was founded, and it's history
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass 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.
Admission ticket free -
8
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Tempel Synagogue (Pass 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.
Admission ticket free -
9
Founded by the current King of England, learn the story of how this JCC unites the community, and welcome visitors.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Szeroka Street
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Remuh Synagogue (Synagoga Remuh) (Pass 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.
Admission ticket free -
11Statue of Jan Karski
The spy that risked his life to spy on the Nazi's.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass 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.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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