Krakow: Schindler's Factory and Jewish Ghetto Guided Tour
Krakow Jewish Ghetto, Krakow
Embark on a guided tour of the Jewish Ghetto of Podgórze and Schindler's Factory. Hear about daily life under Nazi occupation in Krakow and the incredible true events that inspired "Schindler's List."
Experience Schindler’s Factory and the Kraków Ghetto Walking Tour
This guided tour in Kraków explores daily life during the Nazi occupation and Schindler’s efforts to save over a thousand lives, suitable for history enthusiasts and cultural visitors.
Highlights
- Learn about life in Nazi-occupied Kraków beyond Oskar Schindler’s personal story
- See original artifacts and carefully reconstructed 1940s interiors
- Understand how Jewish and non-Jewish residents endured wartime conditions
- View preserved sections of the former Kraków Ghetto walls
- Stop at the Under the Eagle Pharmacy, known for acts of resistance (no entry allowed)
Description
This experience honors Oskar Schindler and those he saved by showcasing his courageous actions amid Kraków’s occupation. The tour begins at Schindler’s Enamel Factory museum, featuring the permanent exhibition “Kraków under Nazi Occupation 1939–1945.” A licensed guide leads you through the story of Schindler’s efforts to protect Jewish workers from deportation.
Through photographs, personal items, and reconstructed streets, the exhibition reveals the fear and hardship faced by the city’s residents. Schindler’s story is told alongside testimonies from the survivors, highlighting compassion and defiance in a time of oppression.
The walking tour continues to remaining fragments of the Kraków Ghetto, including Józefińska 41 — a former orphanage, welfare office, and hospital — and the Memorial of Chairs, marking the site of deportations to concentration camps. You will also see the Under the Eagle Pharmacy, where the pharmacist and staff provided medicine and help under great personal risk.
Led by an experienced guide, this tour provides in-depth historical context and an understanding of individual courage during World War II.
Includes
- Professional, licensed guide
- Fast-track admission to Schindler’s Factory
- Walking tour of the Jewish wartime district
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Important Information
- Arrive at least 10 minutes before the tour starts; late arrivals cannot be accommodated and tickets are non-refundable.
- The exhibition includes narrow passages and an immersive design reflecting wartime Kraków’s atmosphere.
- The building operates as a museum and no longer contains original factory equipment.
- All group tours are conducted in a single language; select your preferred language when booking.
- Group size is limited to 25 participants in accordance with museum guidelines.
- Full names of all participants are required at booking due to personalized ticketing; incomplete information may lead to denied entry.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book early to secure preferred language and group size. Wear comfortable shoes for the walking portion, and visit in the morning to avoid crowds.
