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Krakow World War II Private Tour

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| Krakow, Poland
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Pomorska Muzeum
Explore the site where Oskar Schindler saved the lives of over 1,000 Jews
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On average, this is booked 30 (0) days in advance.
5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Travel back in time and discover the tragic history of World War II in Krakow on this 5-hour 'less walking' private tour led by a licensed guide. You'll visit Kazimierz, home to Krakow's Jewish population for centuries, the site of the Jewish ghetto and the Ghetto Eagle Pharmacy Museum, Oskar Schindler's Factory, the site of the Plaszow Concentration Camp, and the Gestapo Headquarters on Pomorska Street. Tour includes entrance fees and private vehicle which is available for you throughout the entire tour.

What's Included

  • Schindler's Factory entry tickets
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Private transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned car or minivan
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    Meeting and Pickup

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    We will pick you up directly from your hotel/hostel/private apartment. Our guide will meet you there. Please type manually your accommodation name and address, if it is not listed above. The tour normally starts at 9.00 am. Sometimes the tour starts at a different time, due to the opening hours of the visited attractions. If you want to start the tour at a different time than 9.00 am, please let us know.Due to the high demand for the Schindler’s Factory tickets there can be an issue with booking it in advance. If you book this tour last minute there might be the possibility of purchasing it on the day of the tour what requires queuing up for up to 1hr. In such case, your tour would start at 8:00am.

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    Kazmierz The Former Jewish District

    It was the centre of Jewish life in Kraków for over 500 years, before it was systematically destroyed during World War II. Jewish history have not only survived here, but literally abound in the form of the district’s numerous synagogues and Jewish cemeteries. In fact, no other place in Europe conveys a sense of pre-war Jewish culture on the continent better than Kazimierz.
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    40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera

    Oskar Schindler Enamelled Goods Factory re-opened to the public as a world-class museum. The museum casts the city of Kraków in the main role of its permanent exhibition titled, ‘Kraków During Nazi Occupation 1939-1945.’ Individual histories of Kraków’s wartime inhabitants guide visitors through the exhibit which covers the war of 1939, everyday life under occupation.
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    1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Plaszow Concentration Camp

    The concentration camp was built on the grounds of two former Jewish cemeteries in the summer of 1942 during the Nazi occupation of Poland. The original site of the camp included two Jewish cemeteries. From time to time the SS enlarged the camp. It reached its maximum size in 1944, the same year that it became a concentration camp.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Muzeum Krakowa - Ulica Pomorska - Pomorska Street

    The headquarters of Gestapo, the Nazi Secret State Police.Pomorska Museum features documents, archive material, photographs and various items that will introduce visitors to a recent past and learn how the German SS investigated and tormented its unfortunate victims. The main highlights are the old cells where the Gestapo would interrogate their prisoners.
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    40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Eagle Pharmacy - Museum of Krakow

    Branch of the historical museum- as in Schindler's factory. A compelling museum of photographs about of life in the Podgorze ghetto and information about a pharmacist who helped hundreds of Jews.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Krakow World War II Private Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-10425P8

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    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Krakow World War II Private Tour?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Schindler's Factory entry tickets.
    • Hotel pick up & drop off.
    • Private transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned car or minivan.
    • Gestapo Prison Museum entry tickets.
    • Eagle's Pharmacy entry tickets.
    • Plaszow Concentration Camp Visit.
    • Professional service provided by the fully licensed company.
    • Licensed, private guide exclusively for you (5 hrs).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

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    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Krakow World War II Private Tour is as follows:

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Krakow World War II Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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    Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Schindler's Factory entry tickets
    • Hotel pick up & drop off
    • Private transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned car or minivan
    • Gestapo Prison Museum entry tickets
    • Eagle's Pharmacy entry tickets
    • Plaszow Concentration Camp Visit
    • Professional service provided by the fully licensed company
    • Licensed, private guide exclusively for you (5 hrs)

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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