Old Synagogue (Stara Synagoga) Tours & Tickets

World War Two in Krakow: Jewish Quarter & Ghetto Tour

This award-winning tour is the best way to learn the history of Krakow's Jewish Quarter. The small fee paid to Viator is a booking fee to secure your place on the tour. On the day, you will join our donations-based tour. Our guides work for contributions at the end. The amount you donate is up to you. What you will see: The tour takes you to the heart of the 700-year-old Jewish Quarter of Krakow including the World War Two ghetto. Kazimierz was the centre of Jewish life in Poland. Wander through its picturesque cobbled streets past historic synagogues and temples and learn how this quaint part of Krakow was forever changed during the Second World War. We visit the former Krakow ghetto, the empty chairs holocaust memorial, and Schindler’s List filming locations. As well as discussing the German Army’s occupation of Krakow. You'll also see how Kazimierz is now a revived hub of street art and food. No trip to Krakow is complete without a visit to the Jewish Quarter.

• Professional guide

Krakow Jewish Quarter Tour Small Group Tour

Walking tour in a small group up to 10 persons. Tour with a local licensed tour guide. The first part of this tour is a walk around Kazimierz, famous Krakow old Jewish district. This part of the tour your tour guide will present you Krakow Synagogues, Jewish ritual bath building, the greater mikveh, You will be introduced to history of Jews in Poland and Krakow, their culture, heritage, traditions. The second part of this tour is the site of Krakow Jewish Ghetto established by nazi germans during WWII. You will be on Heroes of the Ghetto Square, Eagle Pharmacy and walk to see Jewish Ghetto Walls remnants.

• Tour Guide Service, tour in a small group up to 10 persons

Discover Kraków by Bike with a Dutch guide

Krakow is so rich in history and beauty that it's challenging to see everything on foot in just one day. However, exploring the city by bike, whether on a classic Dutch Bike or a modern e-bike, makes the experience much more enjoyable and efficient. Our bike tour takes you through the heart of the old town, meandering through the vibrant Jewish district of Kazimierz and the historical former ghetto before arriving at Schindler’s Factory. In just a few hours, you’ll cover the city’s key historical sites and gain a deeper understanding of its past, often knowing more than the average Krakowian! Along the way, we’ll visit must-see landmarks such as the Market Square, the medieval city walls, Planty Park, and a stunningly old yet beautiful university building. You’ll also encounter a fire-breathing dragon and have the chance to taste a real zapiekanka during a break. This immersive bike tour offers a comprehensive and enjoyable way to discover the best of Krakow.

• Dutch Guide

Krakow Jewish Quarter Guided Walking Tour

Embark on an extraordinary journey to Kazimierz and discover the beauty of the Jewish district. This area is adorned with charming narrow streets, old tenement houses, and cosy coffee shops that attract people from all over the world on a daily basis. "The City Inside the City" provides a historical account of the experiences of the Jewish residents of the Kazimierz district and the city of Kraków. During the guided tour, you will immerse yourself in the vibrant daily life of the "unfinished city" and gain insight into the heroic figures of the Kazimierz district, honouring their experiences. Your exploration of the district will include captivating stories about historic buildings, artistic coffee shops, Jewish synagogues (such as the Old Synagogue, the Tempel Synagogue, and the Izaak Jakubowicz Synagogue), and the Jewish Cemetery. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to visit some of the sites where Steven Spielberg's Oscar-winning film 'The Schindler's List' was filmed.

• Small group
• Local Licensed Krakow Guide

Krakow Kazimierz and Jewish Ghetto Tour with Synagogues

Discover Jewish heritage in Kazimierz with a visit to the Tempel or Old Synagogue, Remah Synagogue and the Old Jewish Cemetery. Learn about the turbulent history of Polish Jewish.

Krakow: City Sightseeing Tour Eco Electric Buggy Golf Cart

Meet us at our meeting place and see the most interesting places in Krakow. Learn about the history of the medieval city - the Jewish Quarter - Kazimierz and Podgórze (former territory of the Krakow ghetto). What You see on this tour ? 1. Planty Park 2. History Krakow - description 3. Jewish Quarter - description 4. Skałka Church 5. Church of St. Catherine 6. Wolnica Square - Jewish City Hall 7. Church of Corpus Christi 8. Tempel Synagogue 9. Kupa Synagogue 10. Isaac Synagogue 11. Ciemna Street 12. Old Synagogue 13. Popper Synagogue 14. Family House of Helena Rubinstein 15. Remuh Synagogue and old cemetery 16. Memorial Stone of the Nissembaum Family Foundation 17. Old Jewish Shops 18. Former Ghetto - description 19. Ghetto Heroes Square 20. Pharmacy under the Eagle - Residence of Tadeusz Pankiewicz 21. Oskar Schindler's - history 22. Life in Ghetto - description 23. Ghetto Wall 24. Church of St. Joseph

• time for photos
• pick up from meeting point
• english audio guide
• english speaking driver
• people with a sense of humor

Electric Scooter Tour: Jewish Quarter - 2-Hours of Magic!

Join a guided tour to explore Kazimierz, Krakow’s historic Jewish quarter, on an electric scooter. Discover its rich history and see major landmarks including the 16th-century Old Synagogue.

Oskar Schindler’s Factory, Jewish Ghetto & Kazimierz Guided Tour

Trace Krakow’s Jewish heritage and Holocaust history on a guided tour of Kazimierz, the Ghetto, and Schindler’s Factory. Getting started Meet your guide outside the Old Synagogue at 24 Szeroka Street. Show your mobile voucher to check in. The tour operates in small groups with a guide. Wear comfortable shoes for this walking tour. What to expect Kazimierz – Jewish Quarter Once the vibrant heart of Krakow’s Jewish community, Kazimierz is home to centuries-old synagogues, markets, and post-war revival. Features: Synagogues with meaning: Visit the Old Synagogue, Remuh and Kupa, each telling a different story of faith, resilience, and community life. Living culture: Walk past Tempel Synagogue, Corpus Christi Church, and Plac Nowy, now alive with cafés, galleries, and bustling street stalls. Schindler’s Factory Museum Housed in Oskar Schindler’s original enamelware factory, the museum chronicles Krakow under Nazi occupation with powerful storytelling. Features: Stories of resistance: Discover how Schindler’s choices saved more than 1,000 Jews, and explore exhibits filled with personal testimonies and artifacts. Immersive exhibition: Step into the Theatrical Room, an interactive space that reconstructs the daily reality of life under Nazi rule. Jewish Ghetto – Podgórze District This former walled area bears witness to the tragic history of Krakow’s Jewish population during WWII. Features: Fragments that remain: Walk through streets of the former ghetto, see preserved sections of the original wall, and visit the “Under the Eagle” Pharmacy. Heroes’ Square: End the tour at this haunting memorial, where 68 empty chairs symbolize the lives lost and the stories left behind.

• - An expert English, Spanish, French, Italian or German-speaking guide (as per the option selected)
• - Entry to Schindler’s Factory
• - Entry to synagogues in Kazimierz (Jewish Quarter)
• - Access to Jewish Ghetto Memorial sites at Podgórze

Jewish Quarter Kazimierz Guided Walking Tour in Krakow

Discover the heart of Kraków’s Jewish heritage in Kazimierz — a district full of history, faith, and stories of coexistence that shaped the city’s cultural identity. Step into Kazimierz, one of Kraków’s most atmospheric districts. Once a thriving center of Jewish life, today it tells the story of centuries of faith, tradition, and community. Wander through charming streets, admire centuries-old synagogues, and feel the spirit of a place where Jewish and Christian cultures met and intertwined. Highlights: • Explore Kazimierz, Kraków’s historic Jewish Quarter • Discover centuries-old synagogues and traditional houses • Hear stories of Jewish culture, daily life, and traditions • Visit key landmarks and hidden courtyards with a local guide • Learn about coexistence, faith, and history that shaped Kraków This walking tour reveals the soul of Kazimierz — a district where echoes of prayers, laughter, and daily life still linger in the air.

• Licensed expert local guide
• Walking tour of Kazimierz Jewish Quarter

Krakow: Old Town, Jewish Kazimierz and Ghetto Sightseeing by Electric Golf Cart

Due to its historical specificity, narrow streets and a closed zone for public transport, Krakow is best explored on foot. But some distances, if you want to see the most interesting things, can be too tedious. Sightseeing on board an ecological, electric vehicle equipped with an audio system is a convenient and quick way to get to know the history of Krakow and its monuments. A quiet, comfortable little car can drive through the Old Town and drive its small and narrow streets. You can enjoy sitting in a comfortable car and admire this wonderful medieval city. During the trip, visitors have a unique opportunity to see the most beautiful places in the Old Town, Kazimierz - the old Jewish district, where you can discover the traces of the Holocaust by walking through the Krakow ghetto to the famous Oskar Schindler's Factory.

• Sightseeing in Kraków in an eco-vehicle with audio system