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Schindler's List Movie Tour Historic Sites and Film Location (opens in a new tab)

2 h

Step into history with a captivating journey through the world of Schindler’s List. We begin with a stroll through the enchanting streets of Kazimierz, Kraków’s historic Jewish district, where the film’s most iconic scenes were brought to life. As we explore, we’ll uncover behind-the-scenes stories and real-life inspirations, enriched by original film stills that create a powerful visual connection to the past. Next, we’ll cross into Podgórze, where the Nazis established the Jewish Ghetto in 1941. Along the way, we’ll pause at Ghetto Heroes’ Square, a haunting memorial to the tragic events of 1943, vividly portrayed in Spielberg’s masterpiece. Our journey culminates at the entrance to the former Schindler’s Factory—now a museum—where we’ll reflect on the lives saved by Oskar Schindler and the resilience of his survivors. Join us for a profound and unforgettable experience, where history, cinema, and the enduring spirit of Kraków come together in a story that must never be forgotten.

from$40.03

Krakow Guided Tour Wawel Castle Cathedral and Rynek Underground (opens in a new tab)

5 h 30 min

Explore Wawel Castle and Cathedral with a knowledgeable guide, then head below the Main Square for a skip-the-line guided visit to Kraków’s Rynek Underground Museum. Discover Kraków’s royal heritage above ground and its medieval past below the Main Square on one expertly guided experience. Begin with a guided visit to Wawel Castle and Cathedral, then continue underground for a skip-the-line tour of the fascinating Rynek Underground Museum. Highlights: • Skip-the-line guided tour of Wawel Castle and Cathedral • Explore royal state rooms, historic chapels, and remarkable art collections • Learn about Polish kings, coronations, and national heroes • Touch the Sigismund Bell and enjoy panoramic views of Kraków • Descend beneath the Main Square to explore the Rynek • Underground Museum with preserved streets, artifacts, and interactive displays

from$106

Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Full Day Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 10 h – 11 h

Visit the poignant memorial of Auschwitz-Birkenau and the captivating Wieliczka Salt Mine on this comprehensive 11-hour tour from Krakow. Start your day with a knowledgeable guide who will recount the harrowing history of the largest Nazi concentration camp, before heading to the remarkable salt mine known for its stunning chambers and intricate sculptures. This tour not only deepens your understanding of Poland's history but also immerses you in its cultural heritage. - Full-day tour including visits to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine - Guided tours provided by experienced leaders at both sites - Comfortable transportation from Krakow in an air-conditioned bus

from$130

Auschwitz Birkenau Museum Self Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 6 h 30 min

Be independent. Explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum without a guide, on your own, at your own pace. We provide entry tickets to the museum, transportation, and a professional English-speaking driver assistance when entering the museum.

from$75.49

Auschwitz - Birkenau Museum Private Transfer - Round Trip (opens in a new tab)

1 7 h – 8 h

The goal is to provide you with pleasant and safe travel conditions so that you can enjoy the route with professional drivers. Our transfer service ensures that you get between Kraków and Auschwit-Birkenau State Museum quickly, safely, and comfortably.

from$206

The Best of Krakow: Guided Tour through the City and Old Town (opens in a new tab)

2 h 30 min

The Best of Krakow: Storyteller-Led Walking Tour of the Old Town Discover the heart of Krakow on a 2.5-hour guided walking tour led by a professional storyteller. Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town and its most iconic landmarks while hearing fascinating stories, cultural anecdotes, and fun facts that bring the city’s history to life. Unlike a standard walking tour, this experience offers a structured itinerary and a storytelling format that engages all ages. Guests may show appreciation at the end with a tip if they enjoyed the guide’s performance. Why choose this tour: - Perfect introduction to Krakow’s Old Town in just 2.5 hours. - Combines history, culture, and hidden gems. - Led by an engaging storyteller-guide who brings the city to life. - See all of Krakow’s most important attractions in one walk. Book your Krakow Storyteller Walking Tour today and experience Poland’s former royal capital like never before!

from$5.72

Trumpets and Towers Self Guided Tour of Krakow Old Town (opens in a new tab)

3 2 h – 2 h 30 min

Every hour, a trumpet melody breaks off mid-note from St. Mary's tower - find out why. That's the kind of story you'll hear on this self-guided audio tour along Krakow's Royal Road, from the medieval Barbican to the fire-breathing dragon at Wawel Castle. Over 15 stops, you will uncover legends most visitors walk right past like a knife hanging in the Cloth Hall tied to a tale of jealous brothers and a cobbler who supposedly slew a dragon with a sulfur-stuffed sheep. The tour lives on your phone with offline access and is available in 9 languages. It allows you to pause for coffee in the Main Square, duck into a church, then resume exactly where you left off. If you'd rather explore Krakow Old Town at your own pace than follow a guide's umbrella through crowds, this is built for you. Over 20,000 travelers have used our self-guided tours, and every booking comes with a full refund guarantee.

from$6.50

Full-Day Dunajec River Rafting Private Tour from Krakow (opens in a new tab)

9 h

Rafting on the Dunajec river on a wooden raft is an amazing meeting with wild, unchanged from millennia nature – one of the biggest tourist attractions of Europe. That is the best way to visit the Pieniny National Park. The Dunajec river gouged in limestone rocks the Dunajec river George. Rafting tradition on a wooden raft reaches first half of the 19 century, On the way to the Dunajec rafting you will see church of saint Michael the Archangel – wooden Gothic church entered on the UNESCO World Hertige list. We offer individual tours, which means you are going exclusively with the driver or your own group, you will not be riding large bus driving around the city from pickup to pickup. Our cars are clean and well-kept. Our company provides the services on the highest quality and and with nice athmosphere.

from$118

Krakow Make Your Own Candle Workshop With Wine and Music (opens in a new tab)

2 3 h

What makes this candle workshop special is the combination of creativity and a relaxed social experience. Choose from 50+ fragrances, colors and decorative elements to create a candle that is completely your own. Enjoy wine or prosecco, music and the cozy atmosphere of our Krakow studio while your host guides you step-by-step. No experience is needed, and you’ll leave with your handmade candle to take home. Perfect for couples, solo travelers, friends and celebrations looking for something different from the usual Krakow activities.

from$31.37

Historical sightseeing of Krakow City (opens in a new tab)

1 1 h 30 min

We are reliable, we will not damage your trust. We don’t impose conditions that cannot be abandoned, and even if you decide to opt out of our services, we ensure that you will be remembered for the right reasons. Whatever you need, for us no request is too bold and no need is too great. Doubts about our prices? Make us an offer. We will check if we can meet it, if so we will establish cooperation.

from$147

Auschwitz-Birkenau Zone of Interest (opens in a new tab)

7 h – 8 h

Discover places that remain hidden from standard tours. Here there are no lights, no screens, no crowds. Only silence, concrete, rusty tracks, and the haunting echo of footsteps of those who never returned. What will you see? 1. The Judenrampe – The Beginning of the End The longest-standing unloading and selection ramp. 2. Bor/Budy Women's Penal Subcamp – Without Mercy Bor/Budy is a place rarely spoken of, even among historians. 3. Auschwitz III Monowitz and IG Farben 4. The SS Canteen Just a few kilometers from the crematoria, SS officers laughed over beer, watched films, and placed bets on boxing matches. 5. The Memorial Museum of the Inhabitants of the Oświęcim Region This multimedia museum tells the story of local heroes who, despite the terror, risked everything to help prisoners.

from$101

Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour in Krakow (opens in a new tab)

40 4 h

Explore over nine levels of Poland's most eagerly visited sites. It has 3 km of tunnels, galleries with works of art, altars, and statues sculpted in the salt, making it a fascinating tour into the past of a major industrial undertaking.

from$114

Wawel, St. Mary's Church with Underground Museum Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

5 h 30 min

This tour introduces Kraków’s key landmarks, including Wawel Hill, the Old Town, St. Mary’s Basilica, and the Rynek Underground Museum, with expert guidance and clear historical context. Highlights: • Skip-the-line guided visit to Wawel Castle and Cathedral • Climb the cathedral tower to touch the Sigismund Bell and enjoy panoramic city views • Walk through Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a licensed local guide • Admire St. Mary’s Basilica and the spectacular Gothic altar by Veit Stoss • Explore the Rynek Underground Museum and discover medieval Kraków beneath the Main Market Square Discover Kraków’s rich heritage on a comprehensive guided tour that brings together royal history, medieval streets, and hidden underground wonders. Visit Wawel Castle and Cathedral, stroll through the UNESCO-listed Old Town, step inside St. Mary’s Basilica, and uncover the secrets of the Rynek Underground Museum beneath the Main Square.

from$118

Historic Guided Bike Tour in Krakow (opens in a new tab)

4 2 h

Discover the heart of Krakow in the most dynamic and enjoyable way — by bike! This guided tour through the historic Old Town offers a perfect combination of sightseeing, storytelling, and light activity, making it an ideal choice for visitors who want to cover more ground while experiencing the charm and culture of this remarkable city. Your journey begins in the center of Krakow’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, where your friendly local guide will provide you with a comfortable bike and safety instructions before setting off. As you pedal through the cobbled streets and scenic lanes, you’ll pass by some of the city’s most iconic landmarks — all while enjoying fresh air and a relaxed pace. Ride along the famous Royal Route, once used by Polish kings during ceremonial processions. Attention: The minimum group size for this tour is 4 people. If the group does not reach this number, the tour will be cancelled and you will receive a full refund.

from$32.02

Krakow: Guided Wawel Tour, Lunch, and Vistula River Cruise (opens in a new tab)

5 h

Explore the legacy of Poland’s royalty on a guided visit to Wawel Castle and Cathedral with skip-the-line entry. After discovering centuries of history, savor lunch at a local l bistro before unwinding on a peaceful Vistula River cruise past Krakow’s iconic landmarks. Highlights: • Step inside Poland’s royal residence with a licensed local guide • Admire Wawel Castle’s Renaissance beauty and the Gothic Cathedral of coronations • Touch the mighty Sigismund Bell for good luck in the cathedral tower • Enjoy a tasty break at a local bistro during your tour • Admire Krakow’s landmarks from a unique riverside perspective Begin your journey at Wawel Castle and Cathedral, where centuries of royal history come to life through art, legend, and faith. After exploring these magnificent landmarks, enjoy a relaxing lunch at a local bistro — a moment to pause and savor traditional Polish flavors. Then, see Krakow from a new perspective as you cruise along the Vistula River.

from$99.50

Guided Walking Tour of the Jewish Ghetto in Krakow (opens in a new tab)

3 1 h

During World War II, the Podgórze district housed a Jewish ghetto, and even today, 75 years after the war's end, traces of those events remain. These reminders serve as poignant symbols, urging current inhabitants to remember the horrors of war and strive to prevent such atrocities in the future. You'll visit the renowned Ghetto Heroes' Square, where Jews were selected for transport to concentration camps, and witness a section of the original ghetto wall, now a solemn monument and pilgrimage site for many Jews. The district still bears witness to the lives of thousands of displaced Jews in its houses, including the historic pharmacy "Under the Eagle." Exploring these streets offers a captivating journey through their rich and profound history.

from$17.16

Wadowice Private Round Trip (opens in a new tab)

6 h

We will take you to the birthplace of the John Paul II. With our professional service, we will get you there and back as fast and safe as it is possible. With the private transport you wont have to wait for other persons in the group, you will have all the time for yourself.

from$102

Wawel Castle, Old Town with St. Mary's Church Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 3 h 30 min

Discover the splendor of Poland’s royal heritage on a guided tour of the Wawel Castle and Cathedral, Krakow’s most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then walk through Kraków’s Old Town. See the Collegium Maius and Cloth Hall, then enter St. Mary’s Basilica to marvel at the Veit Stoss altar. Highlights: • Step inside Poland’s royal residence with a licensed local guide • Discover the Gothic Wawel Cathedral, site of royal coronations • Touch the mighty Sigismund Bell for good luck in the cathedral tower • Step into UNESCO-listed Krakow Old Town with an expert guide • Capture must-see landmarks in the heart of historic Krakow By the end of the tour you will have experienced the essence of Kraków’s Old Town: a place where architecture and art reflect centuries of history, and where every street corner holds a story. With an expert local guide, this is more than sightseeing—it’s an immersion into the living heart of Poland’s cultural and spiritual heritage.

from$82.35

Communist Bike Tour of Nowa Huta (opens in a new tab)

6 4 h

A glimpse into a city built on the principles of communism. Our communist bike tour will give you an authentic experience of life in the worker's paradise.  Along the way you will to see a military airbase, the Church of Our Lady, the steel mill, and Ronald Reagan central square; all essential landmarks that wake up the worker's paradise. The labyrinth of streets that compose Nowa Huta are best discovered safely on a bicycle. Enjoy riding back in time to a place where industry meets socialism.

from$68.62

Krakow: Former Concentration Camp Plaszow Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 2 h

Take part in a guided walk through the former Płaszów Camp, learning about its historical role and its connection to Oskar Schindler through thoughtful, expert-led commentary and respectful context. Explore Płaszów Camp with an expert guide and learn about its history through stories of loss, survival, and moral courage. This guided walk places the site in proper historical context, including its connection to Oskar Schindler and the lives he helped save. Highlights: • Take an in-depth guided walk through the former Płaszów Camp • Visit key memorial sites and honour the victims of the camp • Learn about Oskar Schindler and the fate of prisoners transferred to his factory Unlike many historical sites, Płaszów contains few preserved structures. Its wide, open spaces and silence define the experience, creating a setting for remembrance and reflection rather than exhibition. The absence of buildings underscores the scale of loss and invites a respectful engagement with history.

from$28.59

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