Visiting Kraków is a great opportunity to discover one of the city’s most authentic and moving neighborhoods - Kazimierz. This 2-hour walk was designed especially for families, schools and youth groups so the history is clear, engaging and memorable without boredom. Through conversations, short tasks and anecdotes I show children and teenagers that history is not just dates, but people, customs and places you can touch and see.
The walk lasts 2 hours - an optimal time to calmly visit the key points of Kazimierz, enter selected landmarks and still have energy for a break at Nowy Square. The route is built to include plenty of stories, some questions and spots for great photos - but without rushing or long waits in queues.
If you arrive with children or supervise young people, this walk will let you see the essence of the district - its Jewish synagogues, memorial cemeteries, narrow streets full of stories and places known from films and culture. I lead the tour with humor, in an accessible way and with attention to the group’s pace.
Note that some interiors (museums and certain synagogues) require an extra ticket. I mention this before the tour and help purchase tickets to avoid unnecessary waiting.
We usually meet in central Kraków - the exact meeting point is agreed after booking; often we choose the Main Market near the Adam Mickiewicz monument, which makes it easy for families and buses to find us.
The route focuses on the so-called Jewish Kazimierz and includes the most important sites worth showing young explorers:
- Szeroka Street - the former heart of the Jewish town, where we talk about daily life, markets and what neighborly life looked like centuries ago.
- The Old Synagogue - now a museum, where I’ll show objects, holidays and customs in a child-friendly way.
- Remuh Synagogue and the Remuh Cemetery - an important place for local memory; I’ll explain why people place stones on graves and how to read symbols on old tombstones.
- Józefa Street and the courtyards by Meiselsa - here cinema and literature appear: places known from Schindler’s List and Kraków stories.
- Izaak Synagogue and the Tempel Synagogue - I’ll point out architectural differences and answer questions about rituals and Jewish culture.
Along the way we’ll notice small city signs - mezuzot, Yiddish inscriptions, architectural details and residents’ stories that help understand what Kazimierz once was and what it is today.
I focus on interaction - I don’t just talk, I ask, show and engage. For younger children there are short memory tasks and simple riddles along the route, and for older students – stories that connect facts with reflection. This helps retention and brings more smiles.
I adapt the pace to the age and fitness of the group - the walk can be slowed or sped up easily if the group is energetic. I explain difficult topics to children gently - history has sad moments, so I handle them with sensitivity.
For school trips I often suggest educational elements aligned with the curriculum - short tasks before and after the walk, mini quizzes or reminders of key terms. It’s a great way for pupils to be able to tell what they saw and learned afterwards.
I recommend parents and guardians bring flat-soled shoes and light clothing - Kazimierz is walked on cobbled streets and courtyards. In very bad weather I have a plan B with more indoor stops so nobody gets soaked or cold feet.
For larger groups I offer audio-guide headphone sets that make it easier to hear during busy times.
Many stops on the route are museum sites or active synagogues that require an admission ticket. I inform which entrances are payable and give approximate prices in advance - for example Remuh Synagogue usually has reduced and full-price tickets (approximately 10 PLN reduced, 15 PLN full), but prices and rules may change, so I always confirm everything before the tour.
“No queues” means I plan the route and visits to minimize waiting time - I reserve entrances where possible, help purchase tickets and use quieter hours. For school or family groups I try to schedule visits to avoid large lines at museums.
Important - not all tickets are included in the guiding fee. The tour price covers guiding; tickets to synagogues and museums are paid separately. Final information about costs and how to buy tickets is provided at booking.
If you want to enter a specific museum at a particular time, please tell me when booking - I will arrange it more efficiently and advise the best time to visit.
For visitors who prefer not to enter interiors, I prepare an exterior-only version of the walk - full of stories and context without extra entrances.
Kazimierz is a place of memory and religious life for many people. I teach children and youth simple rules of respect - quiet in memorial places, gentle behavior around gravestones, respect for places of worship and people praying. This is part of civic and cultural education that I share naturally and without moralizing.
Photography is usually allowed in public spaces, but some museum interiors or synagogues may have restrictions - I will inform you during the tour. Please also wear appropriate clothing when visiting places of worship (a round head covering for men is not always required, but it’s good to have one available if requested by staff).
For families with small children - note: not all alleys are ideal for strollers; many courtyards and passages have steps or uneven cobbles. I’m happy to advise the most comfortable route if you plan to bring a stroller.
If someone in the group has special needs or reduced mobility, please inform me when booking - I will prepare the route to be as accessible as possible.
When addressing topics related to World War II and the fate of the Jewish community, I do so with empathy and attention to the audience’s age - clearly but gently.
The price of the two-hour walk in the basic version covers the guiding service - I provide the exact cost at booking depending on group size. For school groups and families I often propose special rates or educational packages.
The tour is available in Polish and English - just let me know when booking. For larger groups I offer headphone sets that improve listening comfort during the walk.
We agree on payment at booking - I prefer advance confirmation and a bank transfer or cash payment on the day. Detailed payment options are given during contact.
Remember that tickets to synagogues and museums are additional and depend on the managing institution. I help with purchasing and optimizing entrances so you don’t waste time in queues.
If you plan to visit with a guide during busy periods (weekends, holidays, summer), it’s best to book in advance.
The easiest way is to contact me by phone at +48 501 962 037 or write to kontakt@zwiedzaniekrakowa.com - when booking we arrange the time, meeting point, group expectations and any museum entries.
I set the starting point individually - most often it’s the Main Market by the Adam Mickiewicz monument, but I can suggest other convenient central spots so travel is simple for families and schools.
When signing up please provide: number of people, approximate ages of children/teenagers, preferred language of the tour and information about people with limited mobility. This helps me prepare the best version of the walk.
After confirming the booking you will receive a short message with a reminder of the meeting place, suggested items to bring and an approximate route plan.
In case of bad weather I have a plan B and inform about changes as early as possible.
Is the walk suitable for small children? - Yes. The route and pace are adapted. For little ones I suggest more breaks and playful elements.
Does the guide speak English? - Yes, tours are offered in Polish and English. Please state your preferred language when booking.
Are tickets included in the price? - No, the price covers the guiding service. Tickets to synagogues and museums are paid separately. I’ll help buy tickets to avoid queues.
Where will we meet? - Usually the Main Market by the Adam Mickiewicz monument, but the meeting point is arranged individually.
What if it rains? - Tours run regardless of weather; in very bad conditions the route is modified to spend more time indoors.
Does the walk address difficult topics (World War II)? - Yes, but in a way adapted to the age and sensitivity of participants - with empathy and without sensationalism.
- Clothing: comfortable shoes and layered clothing - this makes walking on cobbled streets easier and helps adapt to changeable weather.
- Food and breaks: the route allows stopping at Nowy Square where you can easily find snacks or coffee; for families I recommend bringing small snacks for children.
- Cameras and photos: keep your phone charged - Kazimierz has many photogenic corners. Remember, though, to be quiet and respectful at memorial sites.
- Strollers and accessibility: some routes have steps and narrow passages; if you plan to bring a stroller, inform me when booking and I’ll prepare the most convenient route variants.
- Time: 2 hours is an ideal format for a morning or afternoon visit, leaving time afterwards for lunch or a Market visit.
Kindness, good energy and stories that will captivate both children and adults. My goal is that everyone leaves the walk with an interesting story to tell and a deeper understanding of this special place.
I’ll make sure there are no long lines and that the time spent on the route is valuable and enjoyable - full of curiosities, humor and moments for reflection. If you’d like to book, write or call - we’ll set the best date and details.
See you in Kazimierz! - Małgorzata Kasprowicz, licensed Kraków guide.
If you have additional questions - I’ll gladly answer them before booking. Just call or email; I’ll be happy to advise how to best plan your day in Kraków.
