Yes — if you want to understand the stories, places and human lives behind the cobbled streets of Kazimierz, a private tour gives more time for questions, entering interiors and focusing on the threads that interest you most.
A private route also offers a more comfortable pace: you can move slowly around the old Remuh cemetery, listen longer to stories about the synagogues, or combine Kazimierz with Podgórze and Schindler’s Factory.
For weekend visitors, a private walk makes it easier to use limited time well — instead of wasting it waiting or discussing topics that don’t interest you, we concentrate on what matters to you.
Below: concrete time frames, sample weekend plans and practical tips to prepare for the walk.
The most popular durations are: 2 hours, 3 hours and 4 hours. A shorter route (about 2 hours) covers the main points of Kazimierz — Szeroka Street, Nowy Square, exterior views of synagogues and a general historical overview.
A 3-hour tour gives more comfort: it usually allows entry to at least one synagogue (if open that day), a visit to the Remuh cemetery and time for stories about local communities and 20th-century events.
A 4-hour option is a half-day for deeper exploration: additional interior visits, a stop at the Galicia Jewish Museum if you’re interested in Galicia’s Jewish history, or extending the route to Podgórze — places linked to Schindler’s List and the former ghetto.
If you really have very little time, you can ask for a short, intense overview of the highlights (around 1–1.5 hours) — but remember that the pace will be fast and there won’t be time to go inside most sites.
A classic Kazimierz route usually includes: Szeroka Street — the historic center of Jewish life, Nowy Square — the heart of today’s neighborhood life, the Old Synagogue, the Tempel and Remuh synagogues, and the old Jewish cemetery.
Depending on time and interests you can add: the Galicia Jewish Museum, Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory in Podgórze, fragments of the former ghetto area and Second World War memorial sites.
A private tour lets you tailor the route to your questions — religious, historical, architectural or film-related (movie locations) — and, when open, to enter synagogues or the cemetery.
Quick midday walk (ideal if you have only a few hours): 2 hours in Kazimierz — a concise story of the district, main synagogues from the outside, Nowy Square. After the walk: lunch on the Old Town or in Kazimierz.
Half day with interior visits (for detail-lovers): 3 hours — Kazimierz plus entry to one synagogue and a short visit to the Remuh cemetery. Then coffee and time for independent visits to a museum or the market at Nowy Square.
Full reflective day (for those who want more context): 4 hours — an expanded Kazimierz tour including Podgórze (Schindler’s Factory, former ghetto sites), a stop at the Galicia Jewish Museum or longer visits to several synagogues.
Two days in Kraków — a relaxed plan: day 1 — Old Town and Wawel; day 2 — a detailed walk through Kazimierz and Podgórze. This way you don’t need to rush and there’s time for café breaks.
Book ahead, especially on weekends and during the high season — popular time slots on Saturdays and Sundays fill up quickly.
Entrance fees to synagogues, museums and certain exhibitions are often extra — the guide can help buy tickets, but admission costs are not always included in the guiding fee.
Meeting points are usually agreed in a central spot (for example the Main Market near the Adam Mickiewicz monument) or another convenient place specified after booking — this makes the start efficient and saves time.
Dress comfortably — cobbled streets and small slopes mean comfortable shoes are essential. If you plan to enter places of worship, remember modest dress (shoulders and knees covered).
If you’re traveling with children — plan shorter stages and breaks. For older visitors we can slow the pace or split the route into parts.
Kraków’s weather can be changeable — in case of rain the route can be adapted to spend more time indoors.
Standard time options are 2h, 3h and 4h. For small groups (1–35 people) hourly packages are available in Polish and English; prices depend on route length and language. You can choose a shorter tour, a theme (e.g. Jewish culture, memorial sites, film trail) or a bespoke tour.
Admission fees to sites are not always included — the guide will help arrange them on the spot. If you want to visit synagogues or museums, plan a small additional budget for tickets.
To book a tour or ask about details (weekend dates, route adjustments, family groups), contact by phone or email — contact details are arranged after booking and when confirming the route.
I offer tours in Polish and English; if you need another language, ask when you book and I’ll do my best to help.
Don’t rush the stories — places of memory need a moment of silence and reflection. A private tour is the perfect space to linger on important parts of history.
After a walk through Kazimierz I recommend stopping for coffee or lunch at Nowy Square — it’s a great spot to feel the neighborhood’s atmosphere and reflect on what you’ve heard.
If one topic interests you more than others (for example religion, everyday pre-war life, or contemporary culture), tell me when you book — I’ll tailor the route to your interests.
A weekend in Kraków can be planned so that history and pleasure go hand in hand — sometimes the best memories come from short walks and good conversations.
If you’d like to arrange a private tour of Jewish Kraków’s traces for the weekend, write or call — we’ll confirm the route, time and meeting point and talk about your expectations.
When booking it’s helpful to provide: number of participants, preferred language, exact date and approximate duration (2/3/4 hours), and whether you’d like to enter synagogues and museums — I’ll then prepare a practical plan and an approximate cost.
See you on the Kazimierz route — Małgorzata
Are synagogues and the cemetery open to visitors? Many sites in Kazimierz welcome visitors but opening hours vary — when possible the tour will include interior visits; otherwise we’ll view them from outside and I’ll explain their history.
How much walking is there? Expect moderate walking on cobbles and short slopes. For most tours you should be comfortable walking 2–4 kilometers with breaks; I can adapt the pace for older guests or families with children.
Is the route accessible? Some streets and historic interiors have limited accessibility due to cobbles, steps or thresholds. Let me know about mobility needs when booking and I’ll propose the most suitable route.
Food and coffee suggestions: try a classic zapiekanka at Nowy Square, and enjoy cafés and restaurants around Szeroka Street and nearby streets in Kazimierz. If you’d like recommendations for vegetarian or kosher-friendly places, I can suggest options.
Key places to know: Old Synagogue, Tempel Synagogue, Remuh Synagogue and cemetery, Galicia Jewish Museum and Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory (Schindler’s Factory) in Podgórze — these are commonly included depending on time and interests.
