Katowice

Landmarks & monuments

Auschwitz-Birkenau was the largest of Nazi Germany’s concentration camps. Located in German-occupied southern Poland, it took its name from the nearby town of Oświęcim, situated about 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) from Katowice. The complex consisted of three main camps: Auschwitz I — the administrative centre; Auschwitz II (Birkenau) — an extermination camp; and Auschwitz III (Monowitz) — a work camp. On this guided tour of Auschwitz II-Birkenau, discover the terrifying but touching site where at least 1.1 million people were killed, 90% of them Jews from almost every European country. See the gas chambers where the vast majority were slaughtered using Zyklon B, and learn more about the Holocaust with your English-speaking guide. Hear about the most important original objects at Birkenau, and visit the permanent exhibition and original buildings on the grounds of the main camp (Auschwitz). Pay your respects and take some moments for reflection in a place laden with historic horrors.  With this tour, both skip-the-line entrance tickets and hotel pickup and drop-off in Katowice are included. However, if you are staying in a hostel, Airbnb, or any form of private residence, you will have to make your way to the meeting point at the local partner's office in the city center to begin your tour.

Skip the lines for taxis on arrival at Katowice-Pyrzowice (KTW) Airport and enjoy the safest, most economical and convenient way of traveling to the city center of Krakow. This offer gives you a fixed price for a top quality service to every place within Krakow city limits. Avoid excessive transfer fees with a service that provides the best deal in terms of service, quality and price. You will be given a clear indication of the cost on booking, and can expect no nasty surcharges at a later date. Once you have made your booking, you’ll receive full assistance, and can rest assured that your trip will begin and end as smoothly and comfortably as possible. Vehicle types are available for different group sizes, ranging from taxis and minibuses for smaller groups, to a 65 seat coach for larger groups. Transfers are also available from your hotel in Krakow city center to Katowice Pyrzowice (KTW) Airport in time for your departure flight. Please note that Katowice-Pyrzowice Airport is located 90 kilometers away from Krakow. Your journey should take approximately 1.5-hours with normal traffic conditions.

Katowice is one of the richest cities in Poland in terms of natural resources, which is reflected in its rich history and culture. On this private tour we will show you the real Katowice and how it changed from a small Silesian village, through Germanization, industrial revolution, WWII and communism, to a diverse and vibrant global city. Discover the best of Katowice with a Professional Private Guide! Book a 2-hour private walking tour of Katowice Old Town. We will start in front of the Silesian Philharmonic, which since 1945 has been one of the most important places of cultural life in Silesia. We’ll wander around Plac Wolnosci, one of the oldest squares in the city and home to the beautiful Goldstein Palace, then head to the Market Square along 3 Maja Street, which is one of the most expensive streets in Poland. At every turn, our Expert Guide will help you imagine Katowice during its prolific industrial years when the streets of the Old Town were adorned with bright neon lights. We’ll admire the grand Silesian Theater and other historic and modern buildings surrounding Rynek (Market Square), and the guide will give you personalized tips on the best local restaurants, cafes, pubs and shops to visit during your stay. You will also dive deep into history, as the tour will pass by the WWII Monument to the Scouts of September and the Silesian Insurgents' Monument. The final stop will be Spodek, the iconic structure in an unusual shape of a flying saucer. Book now to fall in love with Katowice! Book a 3-hour tour to see Katowice Old Town, Katowice Cultural Zone and a former coal-mining site. The city’s Cultural Zone consists of Spodek, the International Congress Centre, the seat of the new Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, and the underground Silesian Museum (tickets not included). Our Expert Guide will lead you through the grounds of a former coal mine,, where you will learn about the industrial history of Silesian mining and see the historic tower shaft "Warszawa II", old infrastructure and mine shaft. In summer, it is possible to buy tickets to the observation deck on top of the tower shaft, which offers a unique view of the city center. Book a 5-hour tour of Katowice to visit the Katowice Old Town, Katowice Cultural Zone, a former coal-mining site, and the historic Nikiszowiec district. Nikiszowiec is a top-ranked attraction, recognized as a historical monument and part of the Industrial Monuments Route of the Silesian Voivodeship. For your convenience, we provide 2-way bus tickets from the city center to the 20th century working-class estate built for the families of local miners. Discover the iconic red brick architecture and charm of Nikiszowiec with a Local Guide!

Head to EnergyLandia, a unique place where everybody will find an enjoyable attraction. Discover this huge complex with an enormous area of 35 hectares, including over 75 various modern and advanced devices and attractions, starting from the extreme ones, through family ones, up to those for the kids. All of them are presented using themed, stylized decorations and arrangements, which together create a complete, audiovisual set prepared for each individual device.   You can enjoy your pass and have fun from opening to closing with a private transfer. The driver will bring you back to your accommodation when you are ready. You can purchase an additional lunch pack during booking or buy food and drinks in the amusement park. The Park is located in the Polish town of Zator, less than half-an-hour car ride from Katowice or Krakow, and less than 17 km away from Wadowice or Oświęcim. It's the biggest Amusement Park in Poland, designed with all age groups in mind.

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Meet your driver at arrivals at Katowice\Pyrzowice Airport (airport code KTW) for your transfer to your chosen destination. Find your driver easily as they will be holding a greetings sign with your name. Your driver will wait at arrivals 45 min after the plane has landed. If you will need more time to meet your driver please inform the local partner as soon as possible. Meet your driver in the lobby of your accommodation in Krakow City for your transfer to the airport. Your driver will be obligated to wait at your accommodation 15 min after the arranged time. If you will need more time to meet your driver please inform the local partner as soon as possible. A Mercedes-Benz vehicle and an English speaking driver are provided as part of this service.

Auschwitz-Birkenau, also known as Oswiecim, is arguably the most important World Heritage Site in Poland. We offer private car transfers from Katowice to Auschwitz-Birkenau and skip-the-line tickets for a group tour of the museum and memorial site to let you discover the true story of the Holocaust at the largest Nazi concentration and extermination camp. Witness the darkest chapter in European history. Book a 6-hour option to visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial Site from Katowice. This tour includes private car transfers directly from your accommodation, making it easy and convenient to join a Licensed Guide in Oswiecim. The guaranteed 3,5-hour guided tour will cover the entire Auschwitz-Birkenau complex, including the old barracks, gas chambers, crematorium and memorials on the site of the mass graves. We will have a maximum of 30 participants and provide headsets/whispers so you will hear the guide clearly at all times. The expert's commentary will bring you closer to the tragic fate of 1.1 million people who died in Auschwitz-Birkenau, explaining the causes and consequences of the Holocaust in Poland and beyond. Book a 12-hour option to visit Auschwitz-Birkenau and Krakow in 1 day! This extended tour gives you an opportunity to discover the former capital of Poland with a Private Local Guide. You will follow the Royal Route in the historic Old Town, with highlights such as the Wawel Castle, St. Mary’s Basilica, Cloth Hall, Old Town Hall, and more. In addition to a walking tour, you will have free time for lunch and souvenir shopping. After a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau and Krakow, your private driver will take you back to your accommodation in Katowice.

Relish some of the best dishes from Polish cuisine in 2 to 4 carefully selected local venues in Katowice. Explore the strong roots of Polish people's culinary culture with a professional guide. Sample, compare, and choose from a rich range of traditional dishes, and try to decide which you like the most. As you go between venues, enjoy a guided tour of some of the most notable landmarks of the Old Town, including Spodek and the Goldstein Palace.  Select the budget 2.5-hour option to try a basic set of food in 2 places, including different kinds of dumplings, Polish meats, and other specialties. A soft drink, cake, and coffee/tea are also included, but soup and beer are not.  Or, choose the standard 3.5-hour option to taste traditional Polish food at 3 venues. Try 3 kinds of dumplings, different Polish meats, traditional soup, and other specialties. Enjoy an included beer, as well as a soft drink, cake, and coffee/tea. Learn more about Polish traditions and customs and which meals are related to various occasions.  Alternatively, upgrade your experience to the premium 5-hour option. After filling your belly with a delicious feast combined with a tasting of 8 types of vodka or 8 types of beer, take a more extensive guided walking tour to see the highlights of Katowice city. Discover more about local history and see some of the best-kept secrets in the city. See the remarkable Cathedral of Christ the King, and Mariacka Street.