Cultural & Theme Tours in Krakow

Visit two of Poland's most important historic sites on this full-day tour from Krakow. Take a moving tour of the Auschwitz Concentration Camp and learn more about the Nazi occupation of Poland and the atrocities committed by the Third Reich, then venture underground for a tour of the Wieliczka salt mines, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Uncover the dark history of Nazi-occupied Poland on a moving full-day tour from Krakow. Take a tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, one of the most notorious Nazi concentration camps; learn more about Poland's WWII history; and visit the Oskar Schindler Factory to discover the true story behind Steven Spielberg's 'Schindler's List'. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Discover centuries of Polish history and culture on a 5-hour tour of Krakow's legendary mounds. Learn the background behind these unique hilly monuments built to honor local and national heroes, take in panoramic city views from the tops, and see local landmarks like Wawel Castle, the Communist district, Old Town, and the former Jewish ghetto along the way.

Immerse yourself in the spectacular nature outside of Krakow with this private day trip from Krakow to the enchanting town of Zakopane and the stunning Tatra Mountains. Learn about the history and culture of Zakopane and the Tatras from the knowledgeable guide and prepared to be wowed by the beauty.

Gain a deeper understanding of Krakow's Kazimierz (Jewish Quarter) on a 4-hour walking tour of historic highlights and sites related to the movie 'Schindler's List.' As you navigate the winding streets of the enclave, your guide brings tales of the Jewish community, involving bravery, love, and tragedy, to life. Stroll around Nowy Square, see Europe's largest synagogue complex, wander around Remuh Cemetery, and visit Oskar Schindler's Factory, formerly owned by the philanthropist immortalized by Spielberg's beloved movie.

Immerse yourself in Krakow's most intriguing neighborhood on this guided walking tour of Kazimierz. Learn about the neighborhood's history and about what Jewish life was like in Kazimierz and Podgorze. Hear how the neighborhood became a trendy and hip part of town and see some of the actual locations used for Schindler's List.

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Discover the beautiful medieval city of Krakow and extraordinary Wieliczka Salt Mine on a private day trip from Wroclaw. With an expert private guide, explore the highlights of history-steeped Krakow, once Poland's royal capital. Admire the legendary cobbled Main Square, and check out other stunners such as Wawel Castle, the residence of Polish kings. Then, travel on to Wieliczka, a UNESCO-protected 13th-century salt mine of subterranean tunnels and galleries. Descend deep underground to explore the salt-carved chapels, church and statues - all wonders to behold - before returning to Wroclaw.

Connect with the lives of Krakow's Jewish residents on a guided tour of the Oskar Schindler Factory Museum. Step inside the actual factory of the man immortalized in the film 'Schindler's List,' where a guide takes you through exhibits that share the struggles of daily life under Nazi occupation and stories of horror and heroism during World War II.

Tick off three of Poland's most popular pilgrimage sites in just one day on a 6-hour trip to Wadowice, Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, and the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy from Krakow. Travel with ease between the monuments, all associated with Pope John Paul II, and gain insight into Poland's religious heritage from a guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Krakow are included.

Explore and discover all the jewels and gems of Krakow, one of Europe's most beautiful cities, on this historical heritage tour by minibus. Visit the Old Town, as well as, some more off-the-beaten-path parts of town, such as Nowa Huta and Kazimierz.

In the beginning we go to see the very well preserved medieval Jewish quarter in Kazimierz, with its most interesting, ancient streets: Meisselsa, Józefa and Szeroka. Having this background we go over the Wisła (Vistula) River to find out the history of the Closed Jewish District (ghetto) in Podgórze. We also see the remaining parts of the ghetto wall in a very striking "matsevah-like" shape. Then we visit the historical museum in the former Schindler's Factory in Zabłocie. The new (opened in 2010), interactive exhibition shows how Kraków looked like days before WWII started and how WWII affected its people. Finally we visit the area of the concentration and labour camp in Płaszów, the monument and a villa where infamous commandant SS-Hauptsturmführer Amon Goeth (Ralph Fiennes in the movie) used to live.

This sentimental route, covering places which were very dear to Karol Wojtyła will reveal the story of his childhood, adolescence and early career. On the way to Wadowice, we stop in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska - the Poland's largest Calvary sanctuary. Next you will go to Wadowice - "the place where it all began" as the Pope referred to his hometown in 1999 during his visit here. The house he was born (currently a great museum), basilica he was baptized and received his first communion, cake shop he was going to after school will bring the past times back and will make your experience long remembered. On return to Kraków we stop at the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Łagiewniki. In this developing place of worship and pilgrimage you can pay homage to the Divine Marcy Painting and to the holly relics of St. Faustyna Kowalska, who was canonized as the first saint of the Third Millennium by John Paul II, and admire the impressive modern basilica consecrated by the Pope in 2002.

A special product has been created for you: a six-hour walking tour of Krakow, including lunch time at a restaurant serving Polish traditional cuisine. You will see all the main sights, appreciating the Polish culture also from the culinary side. The guide will tell you about the history, amusing cases, dishes of Polish cuisine. 

Learn about important religious sites in Krakow's Lagiewniki District on this Divine Mercy Tour. You won't have to worry about organizing how to get there as round-trip transport from your hotel is included. Your tour will be enhanced with guide commentary about the life of Saint Faustyna, and her resting place. Visit the Shrine of Divine Mercy, and learn about the sites Pope John Paul II visited too.

The cobbled streets and winding alleys of Kazimierz, Krakow's Jewish District, lend themselves well to walking tours. Gain a deeper understanding of the city's Jewish heritage on a 2-hour walking tour, during which you'll visit the Remuh Synagogue, the largest complex in Europe, a Jewish cemetery, and the birthplace of Helen Rubinstein, who became one of the world's richest women. Ideal for history buffs, you'll hear stories of the Holocaust, World War II, and anecdotes direct from Krakow's Jewish community.

Czestochowa is one of Poland's most important pilgrimage sites, but visiting on a group tour can mean limited time to explore. This private full-day tour from Krakow ensures a personalised experience, so you can spend as long as you like visiting the sacred Jasna Gora monastery and marveling at the Black Madonna. Hotel pickup and drop-off is optional.

This spooky tour is a superb option for evening entertainment in Krakow. You'll get your bearings of the city, see top sites illuminated at night, and learn about Krakow's ghosts and ghouls. By traveling in a small-group, you'll have better access to your guide, and you won't lose your group. Explore abandoned areas of Krakow, hear local legends, and learn about the city's haunted history on this fun and fascinating tour.

With help of your personal guide, you will learn a lot of interesting facts and stories about Kraków and its history. You will not only stick to the traditional Royal Route but see as much as possible of highlights of the ancient Poland's capital.

Architecture buffs won't want to miss out on a trip to Nowa Huta and the Lenin Steelworks, a classic example of 1950s Polish architecture that can only be visited as part of an organized tour. Join a local guide to tour the majestic entrance hall, the theater, the radio control room - and even the underground tunnels and bomb shelters.