Your Experience

Step Into Krakow’s WWII Story

Join a powerful journey through Krakow’s turbulent past on this guided tour of Schindler’s Factory and the former Jewish Ghetto. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through the real-life locations made famous by Oskar Schindler and immortalized in Spielberg’s award-winning film “Schindler’s List.” Learn about the bold effort by Schindler, a German industrialist, whose actions saved hundreds of Jewish people during one of history’s darkest periods.

Explore Schindler’s Legacy

Begin at the Factory Museum, housed in the original enamel factory where Schindler employed and protected Jewish workers. Delve into interactive exhibits and sobering displays that trace Krakow’s wartime history, from the Nazi invasion to the city’s liberation. Personal stories and authentic artifacts reveal the difficult choices faced by residents and the resilience shown throughout the occupation.

Walk Through the History-Rich Ghetto

Continue into the heart of the former Jewish Ghetto in Podgórze, walking the very streets and squares where so many endured hardship. See parts of the original ghetto wall, silent reminders of the forced division and loss that marked this area. Your guide will share intimate details about daily life within the ghetto, pointing out historic homes, poignant memorials on Heroes’ Square and sites of both resistance and remembrance.

Discover Kazimierz: Krakow’s Enduring Jewish Quarter

Enhance your tour with a visit to Kazimierz, the centuries-old Jewish district that now blends tradition with urban energy. Stroll past beautiful synagogues, quiet squares and vibrant cafes. Learn how this part of the city has transformed from its tragic history into a symbol of enduring culture and revival. Your guide will highlight must-see locations and share stories that bring context and meaning to the places you visit.

Personalised Multi-Language Experience

Choose a guide fluent in English, Spanish, French or German for a tour that meets your language needs. The group format offers a chance to reflect with fellow travellers as you experience sites of global significance.

• Expert, multilingual guide for all sections of the tour

• Schindler’s Factory Museum entry included

• Options for extending your visit to Kazimierz neighborhood

Whether you are a history enthusiast or a first-time visitor to Krakow, this tour offers a rich, accessible introduction to the events that shaped the city’s identity and the world’s conscience.

Book your Oskar Schindler’s Factory & Ghetto Guided Tour tickets now!