Private Jewish Quarter, Ghetto & Schindler Museum
Old Town, Krakow, Krakow
Experience Krakow’s Jewish heritage and wartime history on a private guided tour through Kazimierz, the former Jewish Ghetto, and Schindler’s Factory Museum.
This private walking tour in Krakow suits those interested in Jewish history, wartime stories, and cultural heritage exploration.
Highlights
- Discover the heart of Jewish Kazimierz with your private guide
- Explore the former Krakow Ghetto and its memorials
- Visit Schindler’s Factory Museum — admission included
- Hear powerful stories of courage, resistance, and survival
- Private tour — flexible pace, personal insight, deeper experience
Description
Step into the story of Jewish Krakow on a private tour revealing centuries of culture, loss, and courage. Explore the Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz, visit Schindler’s Factory Museum, and walk the streets of the former Ghetto, each location offering a significant part of Krakow’s history.
The tour begins in Kazimierz, the historic Jewish district where synagogues, schools, and markets once thrived. Your licensed guide shares stories of the scholars, artisans, and merchants who shaped this neighborhood and influenced Krakow’s identity.
Next, visit Schindler’s Factory Museum and experience the exhibition “Krakow under Nazi Occupation 1939–1945.” Learn how Oskar Schindler’s efforts protected Jewish workers and saved over a thousand lives through his factory.
The tour concludes in Podgórze, the former Jewish Ghetto area. Visit Ghetto Heroes Square, the Chair Memorial, and see fragments of the original ghetto wall. Hear about the Under the Eagle Pharmacy, a symbol of courage during the war.
Includes
- Licensed private guide
- Admission ticket to Schindler’s Factory Museum
- Private walking tour of Kazimierz (1h30)
- Private guided visit to Schindler’s Factory (1h30)
- Private walking tour through Krakow Ghetto (1h)
Important Information
- The exhibition uses narrow corridors and immersive design to recreate wartime Krakow’s atmosphere. The building was once Schindler’s factory but now operates solely as a museum without original machinery.
- This private tour is conducted exclusively in your chosen language. Please select your preferred language when booking.
- From January 1, 2026, times are approximate and subject to change due to museum scheduling. You can choose a preferred time, but exact timing is not guaranteed.
- Due to personalized tickets, you must provide the full names of all participants during booking. Entry may be denied without this information.
- Weather can affect your experience. The tour operates rain or shine. Dress appropriately and wear comfortable footwear.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
