Looking for a route that shows Kraków from a less obvious angle while helping you understand important chapters of its history? This tour brings together things that at first glance might seem unrelated: the raw, modernist space of Nowa Huta and the moving story of Kraków's Jewish community during World War II — capped by a visit to Schindler's Factory. The tour is led by a licensed Kraków guide — Małgorzata Kasprowicz. It is available in 2‑hour and 4‑hour versions, in Polish and English. The guide fee covers the guided visit; museum tickets are usually paid separately, and the guide will help with purchasing tickets and advise on the best times to visit. If needed, audio headset sets are available (approx. 8 zł per person).
The tour was created for visitors who want to understand Kraków's social and historical contrasts: from the monumental socialist design of Nowa Huta to sites of memory connected with the ghetto and Oskar Schindler's factory. The route is lively, based on facts, anecdotes and archival stories — the narration is passionate yet accessible, designed to engage both adults and younger participants.
Photos, descriptions and practical tour details are provided by ZwiedzanieKrakowa.com — after booking we agree on a meeting place and time that suit your plans.
2‑hour route - short version:
- Walk through the area of the former Kraków ghetto: memorial sites, everyday life under occupation, and the most important points connected to the wartime reality.
- Schindler's Factory: exterior explanations, entry to the museum and a visit to the exhibition dedicated to Kraków's occupation history (museum entry requires a ticket).
- A short conversation about the aftermath of events and sites of memory in today's city.
4‑hour route - extended version:
- A more comprehensive discussion of the ghetto's history, additional stops with personal stories about people and the community's fate.
- A visit to Schindler's Factory with commentary on the exhibition and more time for reflection and photos.
- Transfer/walk to Nowa Huta: presentation of urban design, socialist‑realist buildings, squares and iconic points of the district plan, plus stories about social change and everyday life of residents.
- Time for questions, recommendations for further places to visit and practical tips about museums in Kraków.
- A licensed guide with experience: guiding since 2012 and hundreds to thousands of groups led.
- The route combines two strong, contrasting themes — a great way to learn about the city's multi‑layered character in a single day.
- Flexibility: choose a shorter or longer version, pick the language (Polish/English) and the meeting point.
- Help with museum tickets: the guide informs about current entry rules and helps plan timing to avoid queues.
- Friendly guiding style: the narrative mixes solid information with anecdotes and empathy — suitable for families and first‑time visitors to Kraków.
- Duration: 2 hours or 4 hours.
- Languages: Polish and English.
- Price examples (per group):
- Small groups (1–35 people): 2 h — approx. 300 zł (promotion), 3 h — 400 zł, 4 h — 500 zł.
- Large groups (36+): price from about 12–18 zł/person depending on duration and group size.
- Promotions: in the autumn‑winter season there may be promotional prices — ask when booking (promotional period 1.10.2025–1.03.2026 had reduced rates).
- Museum entry tickets (e.g. Schindler's Factory) are usually not included in the guiding price and must be purchased separately. The guide can assist with booking group tickets.
- Additional: comfortable audio headset sets are available at approx. 8 zł/person (helps with audibility in larger groups).
- Payment: cash after the tour or bank transfer — details agreed at booking.
- Reservations: best to contact directly by phone or email — the guide will confirm the date and agree on a starting point.
- Contact: phone +48 501 962 037, email kontakt@zwiedzaniekrakowa.com.
- Meeting place: arranged individually; most often in the city center (e.g. Main Market Square — by the Adam Mickiewicz monument) or another convenient spot indicated by participants.
- In case of very bad weather the route can be modified to spend more time inside museums and monuments — the guide always has a plan B.
- Special adaptations: there are tailored versions for school groups and families adjusted to the participants' ages and group dynamics.
- Arrive 5–10 minutes before the agreed time — this helps start the tour punctually.
- Clothing and footwear: wear comfortable shoes as part of the route is on foot; dress in layers for cooler days, and bring a hat and water for sunny weather.
- Photography: photos are allowed in most places, but some museum rooms have restrictions — the guide will point out the rules.
- Children: the route is adapted to engage younger participants — the guide knows how to tell stories in an accessible and engaging way.
- Accessibility: some places may have limited access for people with reduced mobility — if you have such needs, inform at booking and the guide will try to adapt the route.
Are Schindler's Factory tickets included? - No, museum tickets are usually not included. The guide can help purchase them or advise on the best visiting times to avoid lines.
Does the guide speak English? - Yes, tours are conducted in Polish and English.
How many people can be in a group? - The route is flexible — from individual visitors to groups of several dozen. For larger groups the guide can suggest sound amplification solutions.
What if it rains? - Tours generally run regardless of weather; in exceptional conditions the route will be adapted to spend more time indoors at museums and monuments.
How long does it take to get booking confirmation? - Dates and availability are set individually; the earlier you book, the better the chance to secure the preferred date and time.
Born in Kraków, I love showing both the well‑known and the less obvious corners of the city. For me the most important thing is that every participant leaves the tour with new knowledge and an emotional connection — a story told with empathy and respect for places of memory. If you have questions before the tour — write or call; I'll gladly advise which version of the route will be best for your group. I warmly invite you to discover Kraków together!
- Małgorzata Kasprowicz, licensed Kraków guide. (Contact: +48 501 962 037, kontakt@zwiedzaniekrakowa.com)
