Culture & History in Kraków

Welcome to Krakow, a city of art and the cultural capital of Poland, a jewel recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage. You will be surprised to find out how many activities take place in this old city, and surely you will be engaged by its vibrant atmosphere. Your tour will start at the Barbican, one of the major remnants of the fortified walls of the city that dates back to the 14th century. You will examine its thick walls, its turrets, and its deep moat. Then the tour will lead you to St. Mary's Church, an original example of Gothic art and architecture. There you will admire the biggest Gothic altar in the world, made by the famous artist Veit Stoss. Of course, you won't miss Bunkier Sztuki, literally the "Art Bunker," which is a recently constructed building that hosts many interesting exhibitions related to the contemporary art scene. Continue your tour near Wawel Castle at Vistula River. Throughout the centuries, Wawel hill was recognized as the place for power and administration, hosting the monarchs of the city for hundreds of years. Your tour will finish at Pawilion Wyspianski. It has three massive and magnificent stained glass windows you will admire. Be ready to discover the best Krakow has to offer!

Delve into the poignant history of Krakow under Nazi occupation with this immersive Self-Guided Audio Tour. Tailored for history enthusiasts and travelers with an interest in World War II, the tour narrates a city's struggle and resilience through its most evocative landmarks. Beginning at the Tempel Synagogue, you are invited to trace the footsteps of history, winding through the Jewish district of Kazimierz, leading up to the haunting remnants of Krakow's Ghetto Wall. The route concludes at the emblematic Oskar Schindler's Factory, where stories of heroism and humanity echo through its walls. En route, encounter striking memorials like the Jewish Ghetto Memorial's bronze chairs and the storied Eagle Pharmacy. This tour creates a vivid tapestry of Krakow's wartime experience, from the somber history imprinted on ancient synagogues to the tales of defiant courage at Schindler’s Factory. The memories of the past come alive against the backdrop of the city’s present vibrancy. As you traverse the streets and squares, you will connect with the spirit of a city marked by unforgettable narratives of survival and hope. This self-paced journey allows for reflection at each significant site, ensuring that the legacy of Krakow's World War II history is profoundly felt and remembered.

This self-guided audio tour is designed for history buffs with a focus on WWII events in Krakow. Focusing on Oskar Schindler and the Jewish Ghetto, the tour is a journey of historical discovery, ideal for solo travelers or anyone with an interest in the stories of human courage and resilience during troubling times. The route starts at Schindler's Factory, weaving through the former Jewish Ghetto, and concluding at the poignant Jewish Ghetto Memorial. Along the way, users will be guided to significant landmarks including synagogues, squares, and remnants of the ghetto wall, each site telling part of Krakow's Jewish history. The tour involves vivid storytelling that brings to life the memories of the places visited, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the past. By the end of this tour, participants will have journeyed through a poignant narrative of the human spirit, seen the places where Krakow's Jewish community thrived and suffered, and paid respect to the legacies of heroes and regular citizens who faced history's harsh trials. The audio experience will leave a lasting impact, ensuring a deep appreciation for Krakow's historical landscape.