The history of Krakow’s Jews began in 11th century. For many years they were working and living in a town called Kazimierz – nowadays it is a district of Krakow. At the beginning of the 20th century, 25 percent of Krakow’s population was Jewish. Despite years of heavy losses caused by World War II, Jewish culture is still present in the city.
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Highlights
During this tour you will:
- get familiar with the history of Jews in Poland
- visit Kazimierz- a historic Jewish quarter in Krakow
- see Krakow’s synagogues
- discover the amazing history of Oskar Schindler’s factory
- be accompanied by expert guide – a specialist on the history of Jews in Krakow
From 150€ per group /
4.69 40 opinions
You will see:
Kazimierz Jewish District
Kazimierz is a fascinating historical district tied closely with the Jewish culture. It was built in 1335 by Kazimierz Wielki (in fact that'... [ Read more ]
Schindler's Factory
The former enamel factory is now a home to the Historical Museum of the City of Krakow. The museum presents life of the Jews in the 20th cen... [ Read more ]
Extermination camp in Plaszow
Estimated statistics say that over 150 thousands of Jews were prisoned here. Today this place is commemorated by the&nbs... [ Read more ]
Tour plan
We offer 3 tour options:
3-hour walking tour
During a 3-hour tour, you will visit the most important places related to Jewish culture in the Kazimierz district, in particular the synagogues: Old, Remuh, Tempel, High, Kupa, Wolf Popper, and Isaac. The Remuh cemetery, also called the Old Cemetery, is the oldest Jewish cemetery in Krakow. It has well-preserved tombstones and is one of the most beautiful Jewish cemeteries in Europe. The Galicia Jewish Museum shows the tragic history of the Holocaust and Jewish culture from a new perspective. On the other side of the Vistula river, at the Ghetto Heros Square, there is a conspiracy place from the World War II period – the Eagle Pharmacy. You will find out more about Tadeusz Pankiewicz, a person who ran this place in Krakow Ghetto.
The duration of the tour does not include visits to the mentioned objects.
5-hour walking tour
This option contains a 3-hour route and Oskar Schindler’s Factory. The former enamel factory is now home to the Historical Museum of the City of Krakow. The museum presents Jewish rural life in the 20th century. During World War II the factory’s owner – Oskar Schindler saved more than 1000 people from deportation to concentration camps. Schindler’s List – a famous Steven Spielberg movie is based on this story.
7-hour walking tour
This option contains a 5-hour route and a visit to the extermination camp in Plaszow. Estimated statistics say that over 150 thousand Jews were prisoned here. Today this place is commemorated by the 7-meter-high Monument to the Victims of Fascism.
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Reviews
Robert H posted 2020-07-04 on TripAdvisor
Top class tour operator!
I participated in a few events organized by AB Poland Travel - Tours. They are extremely professional and trustworthy. Everything was organized perfectly. Piotr and his crew are very friendly, helpful and patient. I highly recommend this company! You will not be disappointed.
dcamargo posted 2020-08-18 on TripAdvisor
Highly recommended
Fair price, excellent customer support, guide had full knowledge and nice transportation. Would do a
trip with them again.
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Each guide brought their own expertise and passion. Jurek and Jacek took us through Lublin, Majda nek, and Sobibór, weaving personal stories and deep historical insight into an emotional, humbling day. Wojtek led us to the Wolf’s Lair and Mamerki with an academic’s precision. Paweł brought Warsaw’s history alive, from the Old Town to local hangouts, Warsaw Ghetto sites, and later guided us through Treblinka and the Białowieża forest. Even our long day to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Kraków with Jacek was expertly managed—an intense, meaningful experience.
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