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Ideal for those traveling with kids, this private tour of Old Town Krakow will make sure that no-one gets bored. Your family-friendly guide will takes you to some of Krakow's most important landmarks, which offer mix of history, culture, and fun. Along the way your guide will bring Krakow's history to life with stories of royals, warriors, and dragons.

The private Auschwitz-Birkenau tour offers a deeply personal and respectful experience, far from the crowds of large group visits. With a private licensed guide dedicated exclusively to your group, you’ll explore both camps at your own pace, gaining a deeper understanding of their history and significance. Round-trip private transport from Krakow ensures comfort and peace of mind, allowing you to focus entirely on the experience. This tour is designed for those seeking a thoughtful, educational, and emotionally meaningful journey — a moment to reflect, learn, and honor the memory of the victims.

Instead of sticking to Krakow’s popular Old Town landmarks, this tour takes you off the beaten path to Nowa Huta. This fascinating area was designed to be a utopian ideal city in the 1950s, and it carries many secrets that you likely wouldn’t find out about if exploring alone. Transfers are provided during the tour, and highlights include Plac Centralny, Muzeum Nowej Huty, Rose Alley, and an underground tunnel.

Explore the lively street-food culture of Kazimierz as you sample local favourites, modern bites, and hidden culinary gems. Wander through this creative district and taste some of Kraków’s best casual food at its most iconic spots. Set off on a memorable food-focused experience in Kraków’s Kazimierz, where local history, everyday life, and bold flavours come together. Highlights: • Experience classic Polish snacks in a distinctive, atmospheric setting • Get insider tips and recipes for your favourite tastings • Enjoy a more personal experience in a small group of up to 15 guests • Sample local flavours while exploring the lively streets of Kazimierz • Feel free to stay after the tour and soak up the atmosphere in a retro, communist-style bar This is more than a tasting tour—it’s a cultural journey that shows how food reflects daily life, traditions, and shared moments. Kazimierz reveals its character through every stop and every bite.

Explore the darker side of Kraków’s Kazimierz on a haunting guided walk. Trace the crimes of Karol Kot, the “Vampire of Kraków,” and uncover the city’s most disturbing true stories. Embark on a chilling walk through Kazimierz, Kraków’s historic Jewish Quarter, and uncover the true story of Karol Kot, the infamous “Vampire of Kraków.” This guided group tour follows the real locations connected to his brutal crimes in the 1960s, when fear gripped the city. Highlights • Walk through the atmospheric streets of Kazimierz Jewish Quarter • Discover the true crimes of Karol Kot, the “Vampire of Kraków” • Visit the real sites connected to the attacks • Learn about the police investigation and manhunt • Reflect at Plac Nowy, where past and present intersect Set against the bleak reality of post-war, communist-era Kraków, you will explore how social tension, anonymity, and decay formed the backdrop to a shocking series of attacks.

Combine two of Krakow’s most unforgettable experiences in one day as you descend into the extraordinary underground world of the Wieliczka Salt Mine and continue with a guided walking tour through the historic districts of Podgórze and Kazimierz, discovering the powerful story of Oskar Schindler and Krakow during WWII. Highlights: Visit the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine Explore underground chambers, salt lakes and sculptures See the iconic St. Kinga’s Chapel Follow the story of Oskar Schindler on a guided walking tour Explore Podgórze, the former Jewish ghetto area Visit Kazimierz Jewish Quarter See filming locations from Schindler’s List Enjoy round-trip transport from Krakow Lunch break included

Discover the true story behind Schindler’s List on a guided walking route through authentic locations where Kraków’s Jewish history and cinema intersect. This immersive experience takes you through real streets, courtyards, and neighborhoods that witnessed both everyday life and extraordinary acts of courage. Highlights: • Start outside Oskar Schindler’s Factory, where real history meets cinematic storytelling • Explore Podgórze, site of the Nazi German ghetto during WWII • Walk through Kazimierz, the heart of prewar Jewish life • Learn the true story of Oskar Schindler and how he saved over 1,000 Jewish lives You won’t just hear history — you’ll walk through it, understanding how ordinary places became silent witnesses to persecution, survival, and moral choice.

Krakow's Jewish Quarter in Kazimierz contains a rich tapestry of artifacts, buildings, legends, and history of one of Europe's most significant Jewish populations prior to WWII. This tour will take you to the synagogues, cemeteries, squares, and monuments of the district to get a feel for the life and history that flourished here. Highlights include the Tempel Synagogue, Corpus Christi Church, and Ghetto Heroes Square.

With an expert guide, explore the areas where Kraków’s Jewish community lived during the Nazi occupation and gain deeper insight into their daily lives and wartime experiences. Explore the former Jewish Ghetto in Podgórze with a licensed expert guide and gain a deeper, more personal understanding of Kraków’s wartime history. This guided walking experience focuses on context, perspective, and lived experience, allowing you to reflect on how ordinary places became scenes of fear, courage, and survival. Highlights: • See remnants of the former Ghetto Wall • Visit Ghetto Heroes Square and its memorial • Learn about resistance at the Under the Eagle Pharmacy • Explore preserved wartime streets and buildings • Understand daily life and survival during WWII By visiting authentic locations and hearing carefully told stories, you will engage with the human dimension of history and leave with a clearer, more meaningful insight into the city’s past.

Discover Plaszow, Krakow’s forgotten WWII camp, on a guided tour that also tells the story of Oskar Schindler and those he rescued. Highlights: Expert guide brings vanished structures to life Quiet space for reflection and respect Pause at the Monument of Torn-Out Hearts This walk is a guided act of remembrance, honoring thousands who suffered and those who did not return.

Experience Kraków through a carefully arranged 2-day program that brings together the city’s most meaningful historical and cultural sites. Explore the former Jewish quarter and ghetto area, learn about World War II through the story told at Schindler’s Factory, discover Poland’s royal legacy at Wawel Hill, and visit the extraordinary underground chambers of the Wieliczka Salt Mine. With professional guides, shared transfers, and lunch included on the second day, the tour is designed for comfort, clarity, and depth. Highlights: • Guided walk through the historic Jewish district and former ghetto area • In-depth visit to Schindler’s Factory Museum focusing on wartime Kraków • Guided exploration of Wawel Castle and Cathedral • Traditional Polish lunch included on day two • Guided descent into the Wieliczka Salt Mine with an official mine guide • Seamless organization with transportation and entrance tickets included

Experience the highlights of Krakow over three days — exploring Jewish heritage, wartime history, the underground world of the Wieliczka Salt Mine, and the poignant site of Płaszów. One lunch included. Highlights: • Walk through Kazimierz, the historic Jewish Quarter of Krakow • Visit Schindler’s Factory Museum with a licensed guide • Explore the remains of the former Krakow Ghetto • Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with an official museum guide • Discover the underground chambers of the Wieliczka Salt Mine (UNESCO site) • Reflect at the Płaszów Memorial Site • Enjoy a traditional lunch on the third day of your tour • A respectful journey through history, culture, and remembrance Each day reveals a different layer of Poland’s past — thoughtfully organized so you can focus on the experience rather than logistics. Experience Krakow through stories of faith, memory, and resilience.

Visiting the most important places of the Old Town in a short time, using comfortable and ecological electric vehicles, regardless of the weather and your physical condition. Take your friends and family for a quick walk in the center of Krakow. During this sightseeing tour in an electric car, you'll see the oldest of Krakow's historic area, some of the most iconic parts of this UNESCO heritage-listed city. The Old Town district and the Main Market Square are located in the very center of Krakow. They're surrounded on each side by a park called Planty. It is here that many of the most distinctive monuments in Krakow are located.

Discover Kazimierz and Podgórze, two historic districts of Kraków, on a comfortable golf cart tour with audio commentary. Travel through important sites of Jewish heritage, from historic synagogues and traditional streets to the remains of the former wartime ghetto. Highlights: • Visit the Kazimierz District and learn about the history of its inhabitants • Hear about Krakow's Jewish history • See the authentic site of the former Jewish ghetto • Enjoy a commentary with an audio guide • Witness a fragment of the ghetto wall This eco-friendly electric cart tour highlights the contrasting chapters of Jewish Kraków, from the long history of life and coexistence in Kazimierz to the wartime tragedy of Podgórze. Comfortable and informative, it offers an easy way to see more and understand the city’s deeper story

Glide through Kraków’s Old Town by golf cart, visit Wawel Castle and Cathedral with an expert guide, enjoy a relaxed lunch, then skip the line to explore the Rynek Underground Museum beneath the Main Square. Highlights: Guided tour of Wawel Castle and Cathedral with skip-the-line access Explore royal chambers, chapels, and stunning art collections Hear stories of monarchs, coronations, and national heroes Touch the Sigismund Bell and enjoy panoramic views of Krakow Explore Rynek Underground with relics, streets, and interactive exhibits This thoughtfully planned experience combines comfortable sightseeing with in-depth cultural exploration. With expert guidance and a smooth pace, you’ll enjoy Kraków’s most important landmarks while having time to relax and fully appreciate each stop.

After a comfortable journey to Auschwitz – which takes over an hour – during which you will see a documentary film depicting the history of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp and the first days after it was liberated, you will reach your destination. After a short break, you will begin the tour of a place that became a symbol of the Holocaust and Nazi crimes committed against Poles, Romani, and others. The tour comprises both parts of the former concentration camp – Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Approx. 1½ hours will be dedicated to tour Auschwitz I and the same amount of time will be spent on getting to know Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Wieliczka Salt Mine was opened in the 13th century as one of the world oldest salt mines. It reaches almost 327 meters below the ground and has over 287 kilometres. You will walk through 20 chambers taking increadible journey for over 2 hours.This underground world has earned a place on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list.

Taste the best local beers in Kraków on a private guided tour through Kazimierz. Discover hidden pubs, explore Polish brewing traditions, and enjoy eight carefully selected craft beers paired with local snacks. Highlights: Private beer-tasting experience in Kraków Sample 8 different Polish craft beers Explore Kazimierz with a local guide Learn about Poland’s beer culture and traditions Enjoy authentic local snacks in hidden pubs Experience Kraków in a relaxed and flavourful way as you walk through the lively streets of Kazimierz — the city’s creative and alternative heart. Once the historic Jewish Quarter, today it’s the centre of nightlife and craft beer culture. Guided by a local beer enthusiast, you’ll sample a variety of regional brews while learning the stories behind Poland’s thriving craft beer scene. This private experience combines culture, history and great taste. Perfect for couples, friends or anyone who enjoys discovering a city through its local flavours

Zalipie - a small village 120 km east of Kraków. It is not a museum or an open-air museum (normally people live and work here) but this place attracts tourists. All thanks to painted colorful huts, fences, barns and even... doghouses. The tradition of beautifying farmyards dates back to the old days, when the interiors of rather poor cottages in the village were covered with soot from the home stove. Painting the walls was considered a whim, so the resourceful Zalipie women came up with the idea of decorating the darkened walls with white irregular spots using lime and birch twigs that replaced the brush. As the "packing" of walls gained popularity, more and more elaborate and bright motifs began to be painted. And so, over time, colorful decorations became a local tradition and a hallmark of Zalipie. Today, ornaments can be found here in the least expected places, which makes the paintings look very natural and are made "from the heart". Go to Zalipie in search of color!

Explore Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a professional guide. Walk through historic squares and charming lanes, visit St. Mary’s Basilica to admire the Veit Stoss altar, and see the city’s timeless beauty. Highlights: • Explore Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a licensed local guide • Admire the Gothic splendor of St. Mary’s Basilica and the Veit Stoss altar • See the historic Cloth Hall and hear stories of merchants and trade • Visit the courtyard of Collegium Maius, home to Copernicus’s alma mater • Discover Kraków’s blend of architecture, art, and living history Perfect for first-time visitors, this compact yet rich walking tour offers an unforgettable introduction to the heart of the city.

Explore Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a professional guide. Visit St. Mary’s Basilica to admire the Veit Stoss altar, then descend to the Rynek Underground Museum to uncover the city’s hidden past. Highlights: • Explore Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a licensed local guide • Admire the Gothic splendour of St. Mary’s Basilica and the Veit Stoss altar • See the historic Cloth Hall and hear stories of merchants and trade • Visit the courtyard of Collegium Maius, home to Copernicus’s alma mater • Discover Kraków’s medieval market buried beneath the Main Square Perfect for first-time visitors, this compact yet rich walking tour offers an unforgettable introduction to the heart of the city.

Step into Poland’s royal past at Wawel Castle and Cathedral, explore Kraków’s Old Town, visit St. Mary’s Basilica, and discover the fascinating Rynek Underground Museum beneath the Main Square. This experience provides a complete introduction to Kraków’s key landmarks, including Wawel, the Old Town, St. Mary’s Basilica, and the Rynek Underground Museum. Guided by an expert, you’ll gain clear historical insight and make the most of your time in the city. Highlights: Guided tour of Wawel Castle and Cathedral with skip-the-line access Touch the Sigismund Bell for good luck and panoramic views of Krakow Explore Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a licensed local guide Admire the Gothic splendor of St. Mary’s Basilica and the Veit Stoss altar Explore the Rynek Underground Museum, revealing medieval Kraków beneath the Main Market Square Perfect for first-time visitors, this compact yet rich walking tour offers an unforgettable introduction to the heart of the city.

Experience the Bohemian dream on a full-day private trip Katowice to picturesque Prague in Czech Republic. Explore the city with a Local Expert Guide, visit St. Nicholas Church and see the Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and St. Vitus Cathedral. HIGHLIGHTS: - Explore the cultural capital of Europe, Prague, with a 5-Star Local Guide - Visit St. Nicolas Church to experience true Baroque - Wander around the Old Town and hear Bohemian legends - Stroll through the courtyards of Prague Castle and see St. Vitus Cathedral - Enjoy private transport from Katowice with pick-up and drop off service 14-hour Private Guided Tour Explore Prague, visit St. Nicolas Church and see highlights such as Prague Castle (tickets excluded), Charles Bridge, Old Town and more. Includes private transport from Katowice. Prague is one of the most visited capitals in Europe, a world heritage city with amazing architecture, art and culture. It’s a great destination for a day trip from Katowice.

What does it feel like to walk the grounds of history’s darkest chapter? Travel from Katowice to Auschwitz-Birkenau for a powerful 3.5-hour guided tour of the former Nazi camp. Includes private transport for a respectful, reflective experience. Highlights: - Discover the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial with a Licensed Local Guide - See original barracks, watchtowers and haunting artifacts up close - Learn about the Holocaust and stories of survival and resistance - Immerse yourself in one of Europe's most important memorial sites - Relax with private car transfers from and to your Katowice accommodation Book a 7H private tour from Katowice to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum to reflect on the events of World War II and the Holocaust. Travel in the comfort of a private vehicle with pickup & drop-off directly from your accommodation in Katowice. Enjoy a smooth journey through the Silesian countryside, allowing you time to prepare for the emotional & educational experience ahead.

Go underground to discover the magical world of salt in Wieliczka. Take advantage of private car transfers from Katowice and skip-the-line tickets for a group tour of the Salt Mine conducted in your native language by a Licensed Guide. Highlights: • Visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine with a Local Expert Guide • Save time with skip-the-line tickets for a group tour in your native language • Admire the hand-carved salt tunnels, chapels and sculptures • Learn the history and legends of salt mining in Poland • Enjoy private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Katowice The Wieliczka Salt Mine is an absolute must-see when you are in Katowice. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a prime example of Polish history and culture. Join a Licensed Guide on the official tour with skip-the-line tickets and private car transfers from Katowice. Take a deep breath of the clean air deep below the earth's surface and taste the salt on your lips.