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Expand your knowledge of World War II history and the tragic events that unfolded in Nazi-occupied Poland with a visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. Instead of figuring out local bus timetables, get picked up from your Krakow accommodation and taken directly to the former concentration camp. Once at the site, a museum guide takes you through the main parts of both sites to see remnants of gas chambers, crematoriums, the "Death Gate," and more.

This half-day food tour is the ideal way to learn about traditional Polish food and discover some of the tastiest places to eat in Krakow. Rather than focusing on just one neighborhood, this tour allows you to see both the Old Town and Kazimierz. Along the way, sample 13–14 different foods, with vodka and craft beer included too.

A great pick for travelers interested in art, architecture, and natural wonders—this tour takes you deep underground to Wieliczka Salt Mine. This beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site is home to ornate salt sculptures of famous Polish figures, as well as a chapel, and even salt chandeliers. Instead of waiting for a bus, travel to Wieliczka in a private vehicle, and benefit from having a ticket to the salt mine included.

The Black Madonna, an ancient icon, makes Częstochowa one of Poland’s most important pilgrimage centers. Catholics and lovers of religious art won’t want to miss this tour day, which takes in the highlights of the Jasna Góra Monastery with a professional guide. See the Knights’ Hall, the Jubilee Museum, the basilica, and the chapel, as well as the miraculous icon herself. Hotel pickup and drop off from Krakow are included.

Discover Wieliczka Salt Mine: Unearth Earth's Hidden Treasures! Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a captivating underground wonder in Poland. Highlights: Historic Labyrinth: Explore corridors, chambers, and chapels carved in salt, unveiling the mine's rich history. Salt Sculpture Art: Marvel at sculptures and reliefs, masterfully crafted by skilled miners from salt blocks. Charming Chambers: visit intimate salt crystal-adorned chambers, creating a magical underground ambiance. Spiritual Salt Chapels: experience the unique atmosphere of mystical salt-carved chapels, inspiring contemplation. Educational Insight: learn about salt extraction, mining techniques, and the miners' daily lives through interactive guides.

Instead of doing your own research on Krakow’s ancient legends and haunted places, join a professional storyteller on an immersive walking tour that makes you imagine what life was like in medieval Krakow. Hear about the hidden history behind popular landmarks and discover stories you’d miss if exploring alone—including tales of ghosts, dragons, vampires, and alchemists.

Auschwitz-Birkenau is one of Poland’s most somber tourist sites, but one that holds incredible importance. After being picked up from your local hotel, travel to the museum and memorial site to learn more about the site’s significance on this full-day guided tour from Kraków, which includes time for a contemplative walk to visualize the site’s importance.

The Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau is vast and complex, and visiting without guidance can make it difficult to know where to go and to truly understand what you’re seeing. On this guided visit, your tour leader helps you navigate the memorial while sharing historical background information and the stories of former prisoners and survivors. With entrance fees and round-trip transport from Krakow included, the logistics are taken care of, so you can focus fully on the site's meaning and significance.

Visit the largest former German concentration camp, located about 70 kilometers from Krakow, in the small town of Oświęcim and step into history and embark on a journey of memory and reflection at Auschwitz and Birkenau. As you explore the grounds of these former German concentration and extermination camps, you will witness one of the most significant chapters in human history – the Holocaust. ● Get personal attention from your driver in a group of your family or friends. No ridesharing: This is a private transport service for just your group ● Travel in comfort with our fleet of brand-new premium vehicles ● Avoid crowds with a guarantee to skip long lines

Kazimierz, known for its Jewish heritage, is the oldest district of Krakow. Visit the landmark sites here easily and comfortably, regardless of your physical condition or weather, with an ecological electric vehicle. This guided audio tour will help you understand the history of its inhabitants while visiting over 20 important monuments. As you drive through the picturesque streets, you'll see the remnants of the Jewish Ghetto, Ghetto Heroes Square, the historic "Pod Orłem" pharmacy, and more.

Visiting the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is bound to be an emotional experience, so opt for a tour that takes care of the logistics for a seamless day trip from Krakow. Avoid disappointment and waiting in line with prebooked tickets, and skip the stress of self-driving or navigating public transportation with convenient transfers.

Cycle the scenic streets of Krakow on this small-group bike tour. Led by a local guide, pedal past the city’s top attractions, such as Jagiellonian University, Wawel Castle, the Jewish quarter, and more. Learn about the area’s rich history and architecture as you go, stopping to relax with a traditional Polish lunch. After an afternoon of exploration and a stop for lunch, your tour concludes at your original departure point.

Discover the stories of Krakow’s Jewish community that you wouldn't find in a guidebook on this guided walking tour. Explore the Kazimierz district, depicted in Steven Spielberg’s film "Schindler’s List," and home to a thriving Jewish community prior to World War II. Pass key synagogues and learn about how many Jewish lives were saved at the Oscar Schindler’s Factory Museum.

Learn more about the history of Krakow with a visit to an archaeological site beneath the city—Rynek Underground Museum. Avoid the ticket lines by securing your admission in advance, and explore the museum with a guide to enhance your understanding of Krakow’s past. The museum includes artifacts that were discovered during excavations, recreations of old buildings, and impressive multimedia displays that portray everyday life in Krakow during medieval times.

A visit to the Schindler's Factory Museum is a crucial experience to understand the history of Kraków during the occupation from 1939-1945. Choosing "admission ticket only" option you will visit the museum but without guided service. When you visit museum on guided tour option with an expert guide, you're assured of gaining in-depth knowledge and hearing unique facts and anecdotes not found in standard tourist guides. The museum's multimedia exhibitions transport you back to Krakow during WWII, offering insights into the city's challenging history and commemorating Oskar Schindler's heroic actions. This tour provides an insight into former Enamel Factory and offers a detailed understanding of life in Krakow under Nazi occupation, highlighting the impact of figures like Oskar Schindler. The factory museum tour is not just a historical walk but a deep dive into the narratives and emotions of Krakow's WWII period, making it a significant and enriching part of any visit to the city.

This full day tour introduces you to Ojcowski National Park, full of magical castles, caves, forests and a landscape of Jurassic limestone canyons and rock formations. We will tour Pieskowa Skala castle, as well as the ruins of Ogrodzieniec Castle, the largest and most famous castle structure in Silesia. You get your own driver for yourself or your group, driving a clean and well-maintained car for an exclusive, high quality tour of these magical landscapes.

This electric golf buggy tour helps you to discover the sights of Krakow at a much faster rate than a walking tour. Ride comfortably between dispersed city landmarks, and stay entertained with onboard audio commentary. Places showcased on the route include Wawel Royal Castle, the former Jewish district of Kazimierz, The Ghetto Heroes Square, and Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory Museum.

Spend a day learning about the somber history of WWII from a guide while you visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum. This Auschwitz-Birkenau tour from Krakow allows you to walk both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with a guide who tells stories as you see the exhibits. Headsets are provided to make sure you don’t miss any of the important details along the way.

Discover the story of Auschwitz on a full-day trip to the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex in Oświęcim from Krakow. On the site of the former German Nazi concentration and extermination camp, learn about Auschwitz’s history and visit significant buildings like the prisoner barracks and the unloading bay before you browse exhibits in the UNESCO-listed complex's museum. Avoid the hassle of self-driving with included transfers from central Krakow.

What makes this tour unique is that the travelers can spend on interesting exhibitions as much time as they want. The tour leader will provide any necessary information about the two camps- Auschwitz 1 and Auschwitz 2 Birkenau and let travelers manage their time there. The guidebooks that we provide are very informative and include maps of the two camps.

Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory is one of the most important and popular museums in Krakow. Explore it with a professional guide who can walk you through it and provide context to the main exhibit exploring 'Kraków under Nazi Occupation 1939–1945.” To further explore the area’s Jewish history, upgrade this experience to enjoy a guided walk through the adjacent Old Jewish Quarter of Krakow (Kazimierz District) and the Jewish Ghetto.

Easily fit in a visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with this tour that includes round-trip hotel transport from Krakow. After your ride to the memorial, take a tour led by a museum guide who knows the stories and history of the former WWII camp well. You are also provided with headphones, so you don’t miss a word along the way.

The site of the moving events depicted in Spielberg’s Academy Award–winning Schindler’s List, Oskar Schindler’s Factory is a must-visit for anyone with an interest in the Second World War. This small-group tour, with licensed guide, lets you make the absolute most of the engaging interactive exhibition and learn about life for ordinary citizens under Hitler’s rule. Meet your guide at the entrance: your tour includes your ticket.

Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is located over an hour away from Krakow. Avoid potential language barriers when figuring out public transport schedules, and opt for a guided tour instead. Benefit from the convenience of door-to-door transport with an English-speaking driver. Learn about the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau as you explore the sight by having a guided tour with headphones included.