Malgorzata Kasprowicz is a licensed Krakow guide who tells the story of the city with genuine passion and humour. Born in Krakow, she has been leading groups and families around the citys key routes for years - from Wawel to Kazimierz and the areas of the former ghetto. Her style combines solid knowledge with anecdotes and attention to the audience: she can engage both adults and children and builds her stories so that history is clear and memorable. If you want a personal, engaging tour rather than a dry lecture, choosing a guide who truly loves Krakow is a great idea.
Participants say Malgorzatas walks are dynamic, varied and tailored to the group - a rich dose of interesting facts, historical context and a light narrative make the time fly, and visitors leave feeling they learned something valuable and engaging. She offers standard and themed routes, school programmes and corporate tours, adjusting pace and content to the ages and expectations of the group.
If an officially licensed guide, knowledge of local stories and the ability to tell history without excessive dry fact-giving are important to you - a walk with Malgorzata is a good choice.
The Ghetto and Schindler's Factory route is one of Krakow's important memory trails. During the walk the guide sets the social, cultural and everyday context of life in the former Jewish ghetto, tells the stories of people, describes how spaces were transformed and explains how the memory of the past is written into todays cityscape. The route usually includes parts of Kazimierz, sites connected to the ghetto and the area of Oskar Schindlers former factory, whose history and decisions have become a symbol of complicated human fates during the war.
The visit includes both on-street storytelling and placing the Schindler's Factory Museum in a broader perspective. The museum, located in the former factory buildings, presents exhibitions about occupied Krakow, the fate of its residents and the historical context. The guide helps you understand what the displays show, points out the most important exhibits and links facts with anecdotes to make history more accessible.
The route has a reflective character - it is not just sightseeing of monuments, but also a conversation about memory, ethics and places that still carry the weight of history. For many guests the walk becomes a meaningful emotional experience, so Malgorzata leads it with tact, adapting pace and narrative elements to the sensitivity of participants.
Arrive 10-15 minutes before the agreed time so you can gather calmly and confirm route details. Wear comfortable shoes - the walk involves frequent movement over uneven pavements and cobblestones. Consider the weather: an umbrella or a light jacket will be useful in case of rain, and in summer bring water and sunscreen.
Tickets to the Schindler's Factory Museum often need to be bought in advance - especially in the tourist season. Before the walk ask the guide whether the itinerary includes museum entry and whether she can assist with booking tickets; sometimes groups combine guided commentary with self-guided time inside the exhibition.
If youre travelling with children or people with limited mobility, mention this when you book - the guide can adapt pace and content. For school groups and corporate outings it is helpful to set the tour objective in advance (education, team building, theme), so the programme can be best tailored.
Prices depend on route length, guiding language and group size. For small groups standard walks (2-4 hours) are usually priced per group, while for very large groups per-person rates may apply. English-language tours and portable headset sets to improve audibility for larger groups are available.
Book in advance via the guides website or by email - especially in high season or if you want a specific date. When booking provide the number of participants, their ages, preferred language and any mobility restrictions. Malgorzata also offers school programmes, corporate tours and combined options (for example Krakow + Auschwitz in one day) which require earlier logistical planning.
If you have questions about price or availability the quickest way to get a tailored offer is to contact the guide directly.
People who join Malgorzatas walks often praise her ease of storytelling, sense of humour and ability to hold the attention of diverse groups. Guests mention her solid historical knowledge, curiosities that enliven the narrative and her skill in combining facts with personal stories and local anecdotes. As a result many describe the tours as interesting and engaging, and recommend them to families with children and school groups.
Many visitors appreciate that the guide creates an atmosphere where questions are welcome and participants are invited into conversation. If you value passionate narration and a guide who isnt afraid to bring empathy or well-placed humour into history, reviews suggest youll be satisfied.
Keep in mind that topics connected with the ghetto and Schindlers Factory can be emotionally heavy; participants emphasise, however, that Malgorzata approaches these stories with respect and sensitivity.
After an intense walk through Kazimierz and Schindlers Factory its nice to relax in one of the nearby cafes or restaurants. Kazimierz offers a variety of places - from cosy cafes to restaurants serving Jewish and Middle Eastern cuisine. Popular local options include Szara Kazimierz and the lively courtyard cafe Mleczarnia in the Plac Nowy area, both good for a break after sightseeing.
If you prefer somewhere closer to the Main Market Square consider restaurants such as Szara on Rynek Główny or traditional Polish places where you can try pierogi and regional dishes. Weekend popular spots can be busy - reserving a table may help.
If youd like personalised recommendations based on taste or budget, the guide can suggest local addresses - from a quiet cafe for coffee to a restaurant with a more elaborate menu.
How long is the walk? - Routes usually last 2 to 4 hours depending on the theme and level of detail. Shorter and longer programmes can be arranged on request.
Do I need to buy museum tickets separately? - Many visitors purchase Schindler's Factory Museum tickets online in advance; in some cases the guide can help organise entry, but it is best to confirm at booking.
Are tours offered in English? - Yes, English-language tours are available; please state your language preference when booking.
Is the route suitable for children? - Yes, Malgorzata has experience working with children and young people; she can adjust pace and content to keep younger participants interested.
What if I am in a group with limited mobility? - Inform the guide in advance - she will arrange possible accommodations and adapt the route.
The easiest way to book a walk is via the guides website or by email. When booking provide the date, number of participants, preferred language and any special requirements or expectations for the route. This helps prepare a programme perfectly matched to your group.
If you have special requests (for example a combined route with a museum visit, a school programme or a corporate outing) write or call - many variants can be arranged individually. Booking in advance gives you more flexibility with dates and ensures the guides availability for your chosen day.
We wish you a great visit to Krakow - may this walk be the start of a rewarding adventure in a city full of history and little discoveries best explored with a guide who knows it inside out.
