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Explore Podgórze: Krakow's Historic Gem

Step into the soul of Krakow with an immersive journey through Podgórze, a district where profound history meets vibrant modern culture. Discover the moving legacy of WWII and Jewish heritage near Schindler's Factory, or wander through charming cobblestone streets on a guided walking tour. Whether you are exploring historic landmarks, enjoying eco-friendly bike tours, or seeking deep cultural insights, Podgórze offers an authentic Krakow experience. From soulful museum visits to hidden local gems, book your unforgettable adventure today and connect with the heart of Poland.

4.7/5 avg ratingTours from $17.3145 unique experiencesGuided tours included

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$23–$69 typical

Full range spans $17 to $211

Rating

Rating

4.72★ average

Based on 3,175 pooled reviews

Tour Length

Tour Length

2 hours median

Typically ranges from 1 to 3.1 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural & Sightseeing

82% cultural and 80% sightseeing options

Languages

Languages

8 languages offered

Includes EN, DE, FR, IT, ES, RU, PL, and SV

Eco-Friendly

Eco-Friendly

51% eco-friendly

Over half of the available tours are tagged as eco-friendly

74 Products

Krakow: Extended City Sightseeing Tour - Eco Buggy Golf Cart

Krakow: Extended City Sightseeing Tour - Eco Buggy Golf Cart

2.3 hrsEco-Friendly
4.7 (1,105 reviews)
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$12$13
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Krakow: Extended City Sightseeing Tour - Eco Buggy Golf Cart
Summary

Discover the 3 most important districts of the city with us. The Old Town, Kazimierz - the Jewish district, Podgorze - the former ghetto area. Come with us on a 2-hour journey.

Oskar Schindler’s Factory & Ghetto Guided Tour

Oskar Schindler’s Factory & Ghetto Guided Tour

Skip the lineEco-Friendly
4.7 (928 reviews)
Headout
$49
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Oskar Schindler’s Factory & Ghetto Guided Tour
Summary

Trace the history of Krakow’s Jewish Ghetto and Schindler’s Factory on this 3-hour guided tour with skip-the-line entry. Getting started Meet your guide near the main entrance of Schindler’s Factory or the designated meeting point in Podgórze. After a quick ticket check and introduction, your guide ...

Inclusions
  • - English, German, French, or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
  • - Skip-the-line entry to Schindler's Factory
  • - Walking tour of the Jewish Ghetto at Podgórze
  • - Walking tour of Kazimierz Jewish district (as per option selected)
Exclusions
  • - Food and drinks
  • - Hotel transfers
Krakow: Highlights of Krakow Bike Tour - Small Group

Krakow: Highlights of Krakow Bike Tour - Small Group

4 hrs
4.92 (468 reviews)
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$36
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Krakow: Highlights of Krakow Bike Tour - Small Group
Summary

Start your stay on two wheels and get oriented in Krakow. Ride through the Old Town, Kazimierz, and Podgórze, the historic site of the WWII ghetto.

Hidden Krakow Bike Tour

Hidden Krakow Bike Tour

3 hrsFree cancellation
4.98 (315 reviews)
98.58%
1.42%
Great tourGood bikesenthousiasme
Viator
$40
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Hidden Krakow Bike Tour
Summary

During the Hidden Krakow Bike Tour, an experienced guide will take you to the most beautiful secret pearls in Krakow. You visit locations that you as a tourist will not easily find yourself, but that are absolutely worth it. During this tour we focus on the Second World War and communism and we te...

Itinerary
  • Kazmierz The Former Jewish District
  • Podgorze
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Oskar Schindler’s Factory Guided Tour

Oskar Schindler’s Factory Guided Tour

Skip the linePrivate tourEco-Friendly
4.5 (7,783 reviews)
Headout
$19
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Oskar Schindler’s Factory Guided Tour
Summary

Explore Krakow’s wartime history with a guided tour of Oskar Schindler’s Factory, or choose an extended experience that includes Jewish heritage walks, Schindler’s List filming locations, or Wieliczka Salt Mine. Getting started Meet your guide at the designated meeting point specified for your selec...

Inclusions
  • - Guided tour of Oskar Schindler’s Factory (as per option selected)
  • - Entry to Oskar Schindler’s Factory (as per option selected)
  • - Skip-the-line entry to Oskar Schindler’s Factory (as per option selected)
  • - Free Monday entry to Oskar Schindler’s Factory (as per option selected)
  • - Entry to Wieliczka Salt Mine (as per option selected)
  • - Visit to a Nazi labor camp (as per option selected)
  • - Guided visit to a Jewish Ghetto (as per option selected)
  • - Guided tour of Kazimierz and Jewish Ghetto (as per option selected)
  • - Guided walks in Podgórze and Kazimierz (as per option selected)
  • - Guided Schindler Story walking tour (as per option selected)
  • - Schindler’s List filming locations visit (as per option selected)
  • - Expert English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, Polish, Ukrainian, or Russian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
  • - Private English or Polish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
  • - Small-group tour, up to 14 guests (as per option selected)
  • - Salt mine guide and elevator ride back to the surface (as per option selected)
  • - Round-trip AC transfers from the meeting point (as per option selected)
  • - Lunch (as per option selected)
Exclusions
  • - Access to temporary exhibitions (available at an additional fee)
  • - Hotel transfers
Krakow: Audio-Guided City Experience by Golf Cart

Krakow: Audio-Guided City Experience by Golf Cart

1.5 hrs
4.97 (271 reviews)
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$12$13
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Krakow: Audio-Guided City Experience by Golf Cart
Summary

Explore Krakow’s Kazimierz, former Jewish Ghetto & Podgórze by heated golf cart, with audio guide & live commentary from an English-speaking driver. Enjoy a cozy samall-group tour in any weather.

Jewish Krakow in German

Jewish Krakow in German

2.5 hrs
4.82 (350 reviews)
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$27
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Jewish Krakow in German
Summary

2.5-hour tour of Kazimierz, the Jewish district of Krakau, and Podgórze, the district, which was converted into a Jewish ghetto by the Nazis in World War II.

Krakow Private Tour By Walk & Car

Krakow Private Tour By Walk & Car

6 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (14 reviews)
97.5%
2.5%
knowledgeablehighly recommendPleasant Day
Viator
$293
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Krakow Private Tour By Walk & Car
Summary

Each tour is unique because You are unique! Take a tour of Krakow City. It is cultural, university, and spiritual center of Poland, inscribed on the very first UNESCO list. Artists, students, churches, restaurants, squares, create charming atmosphere that You will experience during this tour. Visi...

Inclusions
  • Comfortable, Modern & Elegant Car, Van or Coach (on request)
  • Door-to-Door Pick Up & Drop Off (hotel, etc.)
  • English / Spanish / German / French/ Italian speaking Passionate Guide (extra facts,stories, places)
Exclusions
  • Admissions if wanted ca 5-8 EUR/person
  • Schindler’s Factory Museum (admission fee and on earlier request)
  • On request: Other places may be visited additionally or instead
  • Please tell us about your special requirements
Itinerary
  • Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
  • Wawel Royal Castle
  • Kazmierz The Former Jewish District
  • Podgorze
  • Nowa Huta Cultural Centre
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Krakow: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour

Krakow: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour

1 hrEco-Friendly
4.59 (498 reviews)
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$17
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Krakow: Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour
Summary

Walk through the former Kraków Ghetto in Podgórze and uncover the moving stories of life, courage, and loss during WWII, guided by an expert who brings history to life.

Krakow Bike Tour - small groups

Krakow Bike Tour - small groups

4 hrsFree cancellation
4.91 (11 reviews)
Viator
$58
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Krakow Bike Tour - small groups
Summary

You’ll learn the city’s history, legends and see wonderful architectural sights. Our small group tours are personal and flexible, allowing us to go places that the large groups don’t get to go to, or even know about!

Itinerary
  • Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
  • St. Florian's Gate
  • Barbican, Museum of Krakow
  • Planty Park
  • Wawel Royal Castle
  • Kazmierz The Former Jewish District
  • Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera
  • Krakus Mound
  • Podgorze
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Podgórze.

Oskar Schindler's Factory (Fabryka Schindlera)
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Oskar Schindler's Factory (Fabryka Schindlera)

1000 m away • from $11

Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow (MOCAK)
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Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow (MOCAK)

1.0 km away • from $28

Ghetto Heroes Square (Plac Bohaterów Getta)
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Ghetto Heroes Square (Plac Bohaterów Getta)

1.5 km away • from $3.51

Eagle Pharmacy (Apteka pod Orlem)
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Eagle Pharmacy (Apteka pod Orlem)

1.5 km away • from $9.99

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Among the 52 tours and tickets we compare across booking platforms, prices generally range from $23–$61, with a median price of about $35. You may find more specialized or premium experiences that reach up to $170.

Yes, a significant portion of the options we compare are tagged as eco-friendly, representing 42% of the total listings. This makes Podgórze a strong choice for travelers looking to minimize their environmental impact while exploring.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Across 2,960 pooled reviews from various platforms, the experiences hold an average rating of 4.64★. Travelers frequently describe the tours as highly recommend, knowledgeable, and a compleet tour with a wealth of information.

Most experiences typically last between 1–4 hours, though the median duration is about 2 hours. This allows for a substantial look at the area without requiring an entire day.

Yes, there is a wide variety of linguistic options available. Among the tours we compare, guides are offered in 8 languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Russian, and Swedish.

While many options offer instant confirmation (covering 58% of the listings), booking ahead is often wise to secure your preferred time. To give you more flexibility, roughly 46% of the tours we compare include free cancellation.

Yes, if you are looking for a more personalized experience, 15% of the options listed across booking platforms are private tours. This is a smaller segment compared to the standard group options, but it is available for those seeking exclusivity.

You can take the train for a fast trip. Alternatively, use the local bus lines or book a rideshare app like Uber or Bolt.

Yes, many tours depart daily. You can also take a local bus or a private shuttle to reach the memorial site.

Use the Jakdojade app for schedules. You can buy tickets at machines in stops or via mobile apps.

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