If you come to Kraków on business, organise a team-building trip or want to give your group a meaningful and well-led historical experience, a walk through the area of the former ghetto with a licensed guide combines reliable knowledge with sensitivity to the subject. Małgorzata Kasprowicz is a licensed Kraków guide with many years of experience leading groups; she tells stories in a way that is understandable, engaging and full of context.
A private guide also gives flexibility: the pace and scope of the material are adapted to the group’s needs — you can plan a shorter presentation for business guests or a longer, more in-depth walk for people interested in history. On a route that includes the former ghetto and Schindler’s Factory you also get the chance to discuss historical context, the fate of residents and the memory of the place — all conducted with respect and empathy.
For companies it’s also important that a private guide will take care of logistics: start and end points for the route, reservations if needed, and — on request — tailoring the route to a specific purpose (for example educational, corporate or team-building).
The route usually begins with a story about pre-war Kazimierz — a district that before the war was a lively centre of Jewish life — and then continues through places connected with the creation of the ghetto, daily life there and the dramatic events of the occupation. The guide combines facts with anecdotes and local context so the narrative is accessible while remaining respectful to the subject.
Schindler’s Factory is often a key point of the route. There the conversation takes on a museum dimension — the stories of survivors, Schindler’s activity and the way the events are presented today are discussed. Visiting with a guide helps you understand the exhibition more deeply and connect it with the places you see on the walk.
The guide takes care to introduce the more difficult aspects of history gently, suggests how to talk about them within a group, and leads the tour so participants have space for reflection and for asking questions.
When booking a route for a company it’s helpful to provide: the number of participants, the preferred language of the tour, the expected duration (for example 1.5–2 hours, 3 hours, 4 hours), and whether you would like to include Schindler’s Factory. That allows the guide to adapt the scenario and prepare any supporting materials or logistical recommendations.
For corporate groups it’s often useful to arrange: headset sets (for larger groups), coffee breaks in recommended venues, or combining the walk with a short team-building programme. If you need an invoice, voucher or a formal offer, all of that can be arranged when you contact and reserve the tour.
Małgorzata offers routes adapted to business audiences — both shorter, focused thematic presentations and longer walks that include elements of discussion and historical reflection.
The optimal duration depends on the goal: 2 hours are enough for a solid introduction, while 3–4 hours allow for a deeper discussion and a museum visit. Tours are available in Polish and English; for larger groups technical support (headset sets) can be arranged.
A price list with divisions for small groups (1–35 people) and larger groups (36 and up), different time options and rates for Polish and English tours is available on the guide’s offer. For larger corporate bookings it’s worth discussing financial details and conditions in advance to adapt the service to the scale of the event.
If you plan your visit during the school term or busy tourist season, remember to book in advance — especially if the group intends to enter museums or see temporary exhibitions, as some institutions limit visitor numbers or require advance ticket purchase. Local tourist information points (InfoKraków) offer maps and informational support that can help plan the route.
After an intense walk it’s worth stopping for a good meal or coffee. In Kazimierz you’ll find restaurants serving Jewish-inspired dishes, cosy cafés and trendy bistros. A few places commonly recommended to tour participants include: - Alchemia (a Kazimierz classic, known for atmosphere and cocktails) - Hamsa (Middle Eastern cuisine, popular with visitors) - Cafe Camelot (a cosy café, ideal for conversation after a tour).
If the group prefers a quick lunch, many places on Szeroka Street and around Plac Nowy offer snacks and fast meals; for business meetings it’s a good idea to reserve a table in advance. When booking, the guide can recommend venues matched to your budget and the character of the group.
For groups looking for something more intimate, consider venues with a view of the Vistula River or atmospheric restaurants near the Planty, where you can still find quieter spots to talk after the formal part of the visit.
Is the route through the Ghetto suitable for all participants? - The route deals with difficult historical topics, so it’s good to inform participants about the nature of the programme in advance. The guide conducts the tour sensitively and can adjust details according to the group’s comfort level.
How many people can one guide handle? - Typically a group of up to 30–35 people is comfortable for a single guide; for larger groups it’s recommended to use an additional guide or headset sets. Details about serving larger groups are available on the guide’s offer.
Are museum tickets required? - If the route includes a museum visit (for example Schindler’s Factory), entrance tickets and often advance reservation are required — make sure to include this in planning the date.
How far in advance should a company book the route? - The earlier the better, especially during the high season and for large groups. Booking a few weeks in advance gives the best chance of securing a preferred date and tailoring the programme.
In your inquiry it’s helpful to include: the date and preferred time window, number of participants, language of the tour, expected duration and whether you wish to visit museums (for example Schindler’s Factory). This allows the guide to prepare a personalised offer that also covers corporate needs (invoices, vouchers, additional programmes).
If you wish, the guide can prepare a short proposed itinerary and logistical options (meeting point, route end point, dining recommendations) — this makes organisation easier and reduces planning time on your side.
We invite you to get in touch — a private guided visit is a way to a meaningful, informative and well-prepared encounter with Kraków’s history, ideal for business guests as well as teams seeking a deeper understanding of the places they visit.
