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Discover Schindler's Factory, the heart of Kraków's WWII story. Gain guaranteed Skip-the-Line entry and powerful insights from your expert guide during this 1.5-hour tour into history and survival.
Highlights
- Skip-the-Line Entry: Bypass ticket queues with guaranteed pre-reserved entry
- Expert Guided Tour: Gain invaluable insights from your local expert historian
- Wartime Kraków: Explore the immersive 'Kraków Under Nazi Occupation' exhibit
- Schindler’s Legacy: Visit his preserved office and the symbolic 'Survivor's Ark'
- Immersive Sets: See the recreated Ghetto apartment, tram, and city streets.
Description
Step into History: The Story of Survival in WWII Kraków
Join our expert-led, 1.5-hour tour inside Oskar Schindler’s former Enamel Factory and gain a powerful understanding of life in Kraków during the Nazi occupation (1939–1945). This immersive exhibition, titled 'Kraków Under Nazi Occupation,' tells the unforgettable story of heroism, suffering, and the resilience of a community.
Maximize your valuable time with guaranteed Skip-the-Line entry. You will meet your dedicated representative directly at the factory entrance on Lipowa Street to receive your ticket and join your licensed local guide, bypassing the long queues and starting your journey immediately.
An Emotional Journey Through the Exhibition
Your expert guide provides context and shares compelling personal stories, bringing the museum's complex, multi-layered history to life—insights you would surely miss viewing the exhibition on your own.
The chronological tour will lead you through 45 meticulously arranged rooms, recreating the world of occupied Kraków:
Before the War: Begin with a look at the vibrant Jewish life and the flourishing culture of Kraków in the 1930s before the darkness descended.
The Blitzkrieg: Experience the speed and brutality of the German invasion, walking through tense, atmospheric reconstructions of wartime streets and military checkpoints.
Life in the Ghetto: Navigate the narrow, claustrophobic passages and witness recreated apartments where dozens of Jewish families were forcibly crammed, highlighting the daily struggles and desperation.
The Power of Resistance: Learn about the secret operations, the hidden weaponry, and the brave network of the Polish Underground State that fought back against the terror.
Schindler's Office: The tour culminates in the preserved administrative building, where you will stand in Oskar Schindler’s own office. Here, you will hear the full, complex narrative of the German industrialist who transformed from a war profiteer to a hero, risking his life and fortune to save over a thousand Jewish lives. Reflect on his legacy next to the iconic 'Survivor's Ark' installation.
This tour provides a crucial, moving, and informative look at history, placing Schindler's courageous acts within the wider context of a city battling for its soul.
Includes
Skip-the-line entry
Expert local guide
Museum admission ticket
On-site check-in assistance
1.5-hour guided tour of Schindler's Factory
Oskar Schindler's preserved office
Survivor's Ark' installation
Recreated Jewish Ghetto apartment
Access to immersive WWII sets
Headsets for a better experience
Important Information
- Due to the museum’s strictly timed entry policy, you must arrive at the designated meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled tour start time. Late arrivals may be denied entry by the museum, and no refunds will be issued.
- The museum requires the full names of all participants be provided during the booking process for personalized tickets.
- The guided tour duration (approx. 1.5 hours) is set by the museum's visitor services and regulations and should be considered approximate.
- The exhibition halls in Schindler’s Factory are wheelchair accessible. The museum features many interactive exhibits.
- The nearest tram stops are Zablocie or Plac Bohaterów Ghetta. Street parking is available on surrounding streets, as there is no dedicated car park at the museum.
- What to Bring: Please bring a valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking.
- The offer is written in English so the organizer is not responsible for any inaccuracies in translation into another language
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund