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Krakow: Kazimierz Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

1. Krakow: Kazimierz Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

Enjoy a guided walking tour in Krakow’s Kazimierz district to discover the Jewish history of this area. See local shops, and visit beautifully preserved synagogues. Listen to your guide share amazing stories of Jewish families that lived here previously. Explore the Kazimierz district, and view how the memory of its rich history has been preserved in synagogues, prayer houses, and small shops located around Kazimierz. Be guided along the famous Szeroka Street with both the Remah Synagogue and the Old Synagogue, the storied walls of the old town, Plac Nowy (New Square), and many charming streets teeming with life today. Choose from the additional tour options to take a walk in Krakow's Podgórze district, where the ghetto was located during World War II. Along this route, take a look at the Pankiewicz Eagle Pharmacy and Ghetto Heroes Square with a monument made of 68 chairs. Or select the option to visit a modern exhibition devoted to the occupation of Krakow. The exhibit is located in the former enamel factory associated with the name of the German entrepreneur Oskar Schindler.

Krakow: City Sightseeing Tour by Electric Golf Cart

2. Krakow: City Sightseeing Tour by Electric Golf Cart

Enjoy an eco-friendly ride through the ancient streets and iconic squares of Krakow in an electric golf cart. Travel back in time as you ride through the Kazimierz district to see historic Holocaust landmarks and learn more about the history of Krakow's Old Town with an audio guide. Strap into your cart, select your audio guide language, and embark on an unforgettable sightseeing tour along the historic streets of Krakow. Visit emblematic landmarks in the Old Town like Main Market Square, Cloth Hall, Town Hall, St. Mary's Church, Juliusz Słowacki Theatre, Krakow Barbican, and St. Peter and Paul's Church. Then, ride straight into the heart of the Jewish Quarter (Kazimierz) and learn more about the Holocaust and its impacts on residents. Pass by Tempel Synagogue, Old Synagogue, Szeroka Street, and Remuh Synagogue. Finally, ride through the former Krakow Ghetto, where you can see Ghetto Heroes Square, Under the Eagle Pharmacy, and Oskar Schindler's Factory.

Krakow: Old Town and Kazimierz Electric Scooter Tour

3. Krakow: Old Town and Kazimierz Electric Scooter Tour

Before getting on your Electric Scooter, you will receive a short training and a safety helmet. Driving is simple and we guarantee you that it will only take a moment before you are able to move around on your Scooter freely and confidently. Take a sightseeing tour of Krakow with a difference. No need for long and tiring walks through the city. Instead jump aboard and ride your own private Scooter from place to place. Scooter is a noiseless, environmentally-friendly, and fun two-wheeled vehicle which you will learn to ride in no time. This 3,5-hour tour is more than 10 km long (about 4 miles). It leads you around Krakow 's most important places allowing you to admire the architecture and the monuments of the city. Your guide will recommend places that are worth visiting during your stay in Krakow, and will give you many tips about Krakow life. Admire the stunning view from the River, check out beutiful buildings, and glide through historical parks and royal residencies. See all this and much more.

Krakow: Kazimierz District Jewish Heritage Tour

4. Krakow: Kazimierz District Jewish Heritage Tour

The Holocaust almost totally destroyed the rich culture of Polish Jews. Almost. Experience a mixture of feelings — perhaps sadness, nostalgia, and hope, as you discover the rebirth of Krakow’s Jewish district on this guided afternoon tour. Meet your guide in one of the most interesting parts of Krakow, Kazimierz, the only Jewish city of medieval Europe that has survived to this day. Nowadays, Kazimierz is one of the most popular parts of Krakow, with a unique, bohemian atmosphere and a vibrant nightlife. As you walk through the area, talk with your guide about the co-existence of two cultures and religions, the traditions of Krakow’s Jews, their customs, and famous Poles of Jewish origin.   On numerous squares, surrounded by synagogues, and near the ghetto wall, learn about events that were important for Jewish history and culture. Together, you’ll search for answers to difficult questions that concern us all.

Krakow: Cruise, Golf Cart Ride and Schindler's Factory Visit

5. Krakow: Cruise, Golf Cart Ride and Schindler's Factory Visit

Take a look at the royal city from the deck of a modern catamaran, embarking on a short panoramic cruise on the Vistula River. See Krakow from the riverside, and see monuments such as the defensive walls of Wawel, with a panorama of the Royal Castle, the Cathedral, the silhouette of a dragon and more. Follow the footsteps of Jewish cultural monuments in Krakow in a comfortable, eco-friendly golf cart. Visit monuments in the Kazimierz district and the ghetto that existed during the war in the Podgórze district, and learn about their history. Enter the Schindler's Factory Museum - one of the most popular museums in Krakow. Learn about the fate of Krakow and its inhabitants during the Nazi occupation, while walking through a museum named for a German entrepreneur who saved many Jews by employing them in his factory. Experience the interactive exhibition and learn about the history of Krakow with a knowledgeable guide.

Krakow: Kazimierz Jewish Quarter Guided Walking Tour

6. Krakow: Kazimierz Jewish Quarter Guided Walking Tour

Most of Kazimierz is full of tourists, expensive restaurants and cozy hotels. You will find tons of galleries and antique shops. There are also beautifully preserved synagogues and Christian churches. And a whole lot of food trucks, cafes, street stalls with aromatic smells spreading around. There is also a lot of colorful street art and neglected, even deterrent tenement houses ... Thousands of scenes in hundreds of films were shot here. Kazimierz, however, is thoroughly permeated with the culture, history and life of Jews. Those who founded this city centuries ago formed a closed community and died in the Holocaust. Follow your guide along the famous Szeroka Street with Remu and the Old Synagogue, old city walls and tenement houses, towards Nowy Square and Podgórze where the ghetto was located during World War II. Explore and feel the legacy of Jewish culture that remains hidden in the maze of streets in a fashionable district.

Krakow: River Cruise and Golf Cart Tour of Jewish Heritage

7. Krakow: River Cruise and Golf Cart Tour of Jewish Heritage

Take a look at the royal city from the deck of a modern catamaran, embarking on a short panoramic cruise on the Vistula River. Travel in comfort on a heated deck with leather sofas on cold days. Enjoy the beautiful views from the upper deck on warmer days and spend some time outdoors. Hear the history of Krakow from a modern boat sound system and watch a multimedia presentation on a 50-inch screen. Look at Krakow from the riverside, and see such monuments as the defensive walls of Wawel with a panorama of the Royal Castle, the Cathedral, the silhouette of a dragon, and more. Follow the footsteps of Jewish cultural monuments in Krakow in a comfortable, eco-friendly golf cart. See authentic monuments in the Kazimierz district and the ghetto that existed during the war in the Podgórze district, and learn more about its history. On the route of the tour, see over 20 monuments, visit the beautiful, picturesque streets of Kazimierz and learn about the history of its inhabitants. Visit one of the most important areas on the map of Krakow, where that the cultural life of contemporary residents and tourists takes place.

Krakow: Kazimierz by Golf Cart and Schindler's Factory Tour

8. Krakow: Kazimierz by Golf Cart and Schindler's Factory Tour

Pass through the top sights in the charming Kazimierz district in Krakow on a group golf cart tour. Drive by over 20 monuments while listening to your auido guide. Stop at the Schindler's Factory Museum for tour with a live guide. Be picked up by your driver at the meeting point. Cruise through the charming streets of Kazimierz and learn about the history of its inhabitants from your audio guide. View many traces of Jewish heritage in this vibrant district like the Orthodox Jewish Old Synagogue, the booming Jewish cultural center of Tempel Synagogue, and the 17th-century Kupa Synagogue.  Gain a deeper understanding of the tragic history of Krakow during WWII as you go to Ghetto Heroes Square, view a fragment that still remains of the ghetto wall, and hear the story behind the Pharmacy Under the Eagle. See the brightly colored shops and houses on Szeroka street. Go by Christian religious sites like the Gothic Corpus Christi Basilica and the towering Église Saint-Joseph church. Admire the fountain in Wolnica Square. Disembark at the Schindler's Factory Museum and start your guided tour. Uncover the story of a German entrepreneur who saved many Jewish people from Nazis. Be moved by this interactive exhibition. Find out about Krakow during the Nazi occupation and touch a piece of history.

Krakow: River Cruise and Golf Cart Tour of Jewish Heritage

9. Krakow: River Cruise and Golf Cart Tour of Jewish Heritage

Take a look at the royal city of Krakow from the deck of a modern catamaran and embark on a short panoramic cruise on the Vistula River. Pass by the defensive walls of Wawel, gaze at the grand Royal Castle, and the Cathedral. Take a fun ride through the city on a golf cart and experience the streets of Kazimierz. Spot the Dragon of Wawel Hill sculpture from the river side, a famous dragon from Polish folklore. Hear the history of Krakow from a modern boat sound system and watch a multimedia presentation on a 50-inch screen. Enjoy having a heated deck and comfortable leather sofas to make you feel at home. Take in the beautiful views and the fresh air from the upper platform during the warmer months. Next, ride in a cozy, eco-friendly golf cart through Krakow’s historic Jewish quarter, and learn about the Jewish cultural monuments. See the Ghetto, that existed during the war in the Podgórze district, and visit over 20 monuments in the creative Kazimierz district.

Best of Krakow 1-Day Private Guided Tour with Transport

10. Best of Krakow 1-Day Private Guided Tour with Transport

Meet your guide to start a private tour of Krakow's best highlights. Start by exploring Nowa Huta, and admire the massive blocks of communist-era apartment blocks. See Central Square in the middle of this section of the city designed according to the ideals of socialist architecture. You'll also discover where Lenin used to take regular walks. Next, explore Kosciuszko’s Mound. From the top of the hill, you will see a beautiful panorama of Krakow. Stroll through an exhibition telling the secrets of this well-known fort. Hear about important periods in the history of Poland. Continue following the guide to reach Wawel Hill. Listen to stories about Polish kings during medieval times. Admire the royal residence of the Wawel Castle. Go inside Wawel Cathedral, where the kings of Poland were crowned and laid to rest. Visit the Old Town, where your guide will show you around the huge Market Square, the Town Hall Tower, the historic Cloth Hall, and the monuments of Mickiewicz and Eros. See the impressive St. Mary’s Basilica built in the gothic style. Pass by one of the world's oldest universities, the Jagiellonian University. Finally arrive at the former Jewish District. Take in the architecture, the cute narrow alleys, and the laid back coffee shops. Visit the Tempel Synagogue and admire its architecture. Your guide will tell you stories about this area and show you hidden gems known only by locals.

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What people are saying about Tempel Synagogue

Overall rating

4.7 / 5

based on 19 reviews

We highly recommend Tomas and this tour to other guests! It was very interesting and we could have listened to Tomas for another couple of hours. He has a great knowledge about history, good language skills and a good sense of humor. We really enjoyed the tour - thank you so much!

Best tour we have ever been on. Golf buggy was heated, guide provided us with a blanket. Audio guide was also in the buggy. Our Guide was born in the Ghetto before '45. He was fantastic, he gave us so much info re the Ghetto and the Jewish Quarter. You will love this tour!

Pauline was very knowledgeable and made the tour thoroughly enjoyable and extremely interesting. Her English is perfect!

Anya has exceptional knowledge and she is very passionate on her subject!

Great tour with a really good guide. Thanks to Tomaz