Yes — the “Ghetto and Schindler’s Factory” route led by Małgorzata Kasprowicz has special variants tailored for families and groups with children. The guide knows how to speak with tenderness and tact, emphasizing human stories without dwelling on graphic details. The route can be shortened or delivered in a gentler, more educational tone if you come with younger children. If you have any doubts about the appropriate age or how topics are presented, it is worth discussing this when booking.
The walk covers areas of the former ghetto in Podgórze, sites connected to residents’ everyday life and work, and Schindler’s Factory — all presented with a focus on people, their fates and relationships, which helps children understand difficult topics in a safe way. The guide also uses anecdotes and engaging questions for younger participants to keep their attention.
If your children respond emotionally to heavy subjects, let the guide know — Małgorzata will suggest adjustments to the narration and suitable moments for breaks.
Małgorzata Kasprowicz is a licensed Kraków guide (licensed since 2012) with experience showing thousands of visitors around and leading school, family and international groups. In her work she focuses on passion, accessible language and plenty of anecdotes and curiosities, which makes the tours engaging for both adults and children.
Małgorzata offers audio-guide headsets for larger groups so the story is easy to follow even when the route is busy. She has experience working with children and school groups — she can combine reliable information with formats that appeal to younger listeners. If you want a guide who combines knowledge with empathy, booking a walk with Małgorzata is a great choice.
When booking you can request a family-friendly version of the route — shorter, with more breaks and elements that actively involve children.
Main stops include places related to everyday life and the history of residents of the former Podgórze ghetto and the grounds of Oskar Schindler’s factory. The guide talks about communities, trades, daily life, but also about ways of surviving and acts of solidarity in extreme conditions.
An important element is stories about individual people and families — their choices, hardships and often extraordinary decisions. This helps visitors better understand the historical context and the human perspective instead of just dry dates and facts.
The route combines urban space (streets, squares, memorial sites) with museum narration (Schindler’s Factory) and shows how history shaped the city’s space. It is a walk that blends facts with reflection and includes places where you can encounter authentic artifacts and exhibitions.
Route length: usually 2–3 hours depending on the chosen variant (full tour or a shortened family version).
Pace and breaks: the family route assumes more frequent breaks, shorter stories and activating questions. Małgorzata can include short field games or tasks for children to keep them engaged.
Safety and sensitivity: the guide presents material with empathy and cares about participants’ sensitivity. Parents decide how many details their children will hear — the guide adapts the narration.
Accessibility for strollers and people with limited mobility: parts of the route have cobbles or uneven pavements. When booking you can ask for a route that uses easier approaches and avoids stairs.
Price list for Małgorzata’s services (current for the autumn/winter 2025–2026 season): for small groups (1–35 people) promotional price for 2 hours: 300 PLN (regular price 350 PLN); 3 hours: 400 PLN (regularly 450 PLN); 4 hours: 500 PLN (regularly 550 PLN). Thematic tours are usually 370 PLN for 2 hours. For groups above 35 people per-person rates apply. The promotion noted was valid from October 1, 2025 to March 1, 2026 — ask about current conditions when booking.
Booking: we recommend booking in advance, especially in the tourist season and on long school holiday weekends. You can arrange a meeting via the zwiedzaniekrakowa.com website or by phone — when booking, specify the family variant, meeting place and any special needs (headset sets, stroller-accessible route, etc.).
Museum tickets: if you plan to enter Schindler’s Factory museum, check availability and admission rules — many museums use timed tickets, so it is worth booking them ahead. The guide will help plan the timing so the museum visit fits smoothly into the tour.
Have a short age-appropriate talk: explain that you will visit places connected to the past, where stories are told about difficult times but also about courage and help people gave each other. Make sure the child knows they can ask questions and that the guide will explain things simply.
Suggested topics: who the neighbors were, what people did for a living before the war, what the word “ghetto” means (explained gently), how people helped one another in hard times.
Attention span: younger children have shorter attention spans. If you plan a 2–3 hour outing, bring small snacks and drinks and alternate moments of activity (short tasks, questions, observations).
Topics connected to the ghetto and the Holocaust can evoke strong emotions in adults and children. It is worth talking about this before the walk and agreeing on rules: quiet, listening and questions after the story. The guide points out the importance of respect toward memorial places.
If someone in the group feels uncomfortable, you can take a break in the shade or at a nearby café. It is also good to agree on taking photos thoughtfully — in memorial sites take care not to take images that could hurt other visitors.
The guide can also lead brief moments of reflection and explain when it is better not to ask detailed questions in the presence of younger children.
Comfortable shoes — the route runs along pavements, sections with cobbles and uneven surfaces. For families with strollers: confirm during booking which stretches are easiest to traverse with a stroller.
Water and small snacks — especially if the tour lasts 2–3 hours. In summer bring a hat and sunscreen, in autumn and winter dress warmly and bring a waterproof jacket.
Documents for discounts (student, pupil or senior IDs) if you plan to use concessions at museums.
Charged phone and powerbank — for photos and group contact.
After the route it is nice to rest in a family-friendly café or restaurant in the Kazimierz and Podgórze areas. In Kazimierz you will find many places offering dishes children enjoy and usually short waiting times. Plac Nowy is also a spot for quick street snacks like the famous zapiekanki, which kids often like.
If you prefer to sit longer, look for a restaurant serving Polish or international cuisine with a children’s menu — many venues in Kazimierz have a welcoming atmosphere and space for families. The guide can recommend local places she has checked for quality and service.
Keep in mind that on weekdays and off-season it is generally easier to find a table without a reservation; on weekends and in high season it is better to reserve in advance.
How long is the walk? — Typically 2–3 hours; the family version can be shorter.
Is the walk suitable for toddlers? — Yes, but please inform the guide about children’s ages so the route can be adapted.
Do we enter the museum? — A visit to Schindler’s Factory is possible; check ticket availability and arrange this when booking to synchronize entrance times with the guiding.
Is there a limit on group size? — There are different offers for small and larger groups; for very large groups per-person fees and audio headset sets apply. When booking you will agree on the best option.
Does the guide use multimedia aids? — Yes — for larger groups audio-headset sets are available, and the narration is enriched with anecdotes and elements to engage children.
Book a date in advance via the zwiedzaniekrakowa.com website or by phone. When booking, specify: route variant (family/standard), planned duration, number of participants, children’s ages, need for headset sets and accessibility requirements for strollers or people with limited mobility.
Feel free to ask questions before the tour — Małgorzata will gladly advise how to prepare the children and whether a shorter or full version of the route is better. This ensures the walk is as comfortable and educational as possible for the whole family.
To conclude: a walk through the former ghetto is not only a history lesson — it is a meeting with people, their stories and memory. Małgorzata will lead the route with respect and care, making it a valuable and appropriate experience for all participants. We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you on the walk!
If you want a relaxed after-tour meal in Kazimierz, consider family-friendly places such as Plac Nowy 1 which offers kid-friendly dishes and a casual atmosphere, or small cafés around Meiselsa Street like Mleczarnia for a dessert and a rest. For quick snacks that children usually enjoy try the zapiekanki stalls at Plac Nowy.
If anyone in the group has dietary needs (allergies, gluten-free), let the guide know in advance and choose dining places that can accommodate them.
When planning transportation, Podgórze and Kazimierz are easily reachable on foot from the Old Town; trams and taxis are also convenient options if you prefer shorter transfers.
