Oskar Schindler’s Factory, Jewish Ghetto & Kazimierz Guided Tour

About this experience

Oskar Schindler's Factory, Jewish Ghetto & Kazimierz Guided Tour This comprehensive guided tour takes you through three pivotal chapters of Krakow's Jewish history across 4.5 to 5 hours. You'll explore the atmospheric streets of Kazimierz, the former Jewish quarter, walk through the Podgórze district where the Krakow Ghetto once stood, and visit the original Oskar Schindler's Factory Museum. Your knowledgeable guide reveals stories of resilience, culture and survival that shaped modern Krakow. Starting at the Old Synagogue in Kazimierz, you'll visit historic synagogues including the Remuh Synagogue and Kupa Synagogue, each telling unique stories of faith and community. The tour includes entry to Schindler's Factory Museum, where multimedia displays and authentic artefacts chronicle wartime hardships and Schindler's rescue of over one thousand Jewish people. In Podgórze, you'll see remnants of the ghetto wall, the "Under the Eagle" Pharmacy, and Heroes' Square with its powerful memorial of empty chairs. What is Included Professional guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian or German Entry tickets to Oskar Schindler's Factory Museum Entry tickets to synagogues Walking tour of Kazimierz Jewish quarter Walking tour of former Krakow Ghetto in Podgórze district Good to Know The tour lasts approximately 4.5 to 5 hours and involves extensive walking across multiple districts. Meet your guide at the Old Synagogue, Szeroka 24, at least 10 minutes before your scheduled start time. Have your mobile ticket ready for check-in. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress modestly for synagogue visits. Photography may be restricted in certain museum areas. Some sites may have accessibility limitations due to historic architecture. This tour suits history enthusiasts, students and anyone seeking an in-depth understanding of Krakow's Jewish heritage and WWII history. If you're interested in exploring more of Krakow's history, consider an Auschwitz-Birkenau tour from Krakow to complete your understanding of the region's wartime story. For those wanting to see Krakow's other historic sites, a guided walking tour of Krakow's Old Town showcases the city's medieval heritage and royal past.

Highlights

• Explore Krakow’s Jewish Quarter, WWII Ghetto, and Schindler’s Factory: three pivotal sites at the heart of Holocaust history
• Step inside centuries‑old synagogues in Kazimierz and see how this vibrant district shaped Jewish culture over hundreds of years
• Visit Oskar Schindler’s Factory to hear powerful stories of resistance and discover how he protected more than 1,000 Jewish lives
• Walk the Krakow Ghetto with your guide, tracing how fortunes turned for the community
• See evidences of daily hardships and memorials that honor Holocaust victims and survivors.

What is included

• An expert English, Spanish, French, Italian or German-speaking guide (as per the option selected) Entry to Schindler’s Factory Entry to synagogues in Kazimierz (Jewish Quarter) Access to Jewish Ghetto Memorial sites at Podgórze

Not included

• Hotel transfers Food and drinks

Before you go

Before embarking on this emotional and educational journey, consider the following practical tips. Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking for approximately 2.5 hours. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a bottle of water to stay hydrated. Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time to check in and meet your guide. Unfortunately, the Old Synagogue is not wheelchair accessible, so please contact us in advance to discuss alternative arrangements. Lastly, be respectful of the historical sites and other visitors during the tour.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.