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Legendary Private Nowa Huta Communism Tour with Crazy Guides

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Krakow, Poland
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Explore the Nowa Huta district, a utopian communist enclave in Krakow, by riding a classic Trabant or Soviet Lada car with the renowned Crazy Guides team, featured by the BBC and other international media.
We prioritize treating our customers like close friends, ensuring each one of you feels valued and important. Our personalized approach blends fascinating facts with humour to create an unforgettable experience. Discover compelling stories of life in Communist Poland as you visit key locations and hear personal accounts from behind the Iron Curtain.
You can choose between the Standard 2.5-hour Nowa Huta sightseeing option or the upgraded 3.5-hour Deluxe option, which includes a guided visit to the abandoned Lenin Steelworks and a Pierogi lunch.
- Discover Nowa Huta, a district in Krakow that symbolizes the communist utopian vision.
- Enjoy the focused attention of your local, humorous, private Crazy Guide.
- Explore more sights in less time while riding in a Trabant or Lada car.

What's Included

  • Local 1950s shop (sometimes it's closed )
  • Refreshments in an old-fashioned restaurant
  • DELUXE OPTION: Traditional welcome shots of Polish vodka
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
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Plac Centralny im. R.Reagana

Sightseeing walk through Central Square. Houses built in the Renaissance style of the Soviets. This unique project was meant to be a model Communist city.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

F.H. "CEPELIX" S.C. Sklep z art. rękodzieła ludowego i artystycznego oraz pamiątkami

A quick visit to the local 1950s shop features unique souvenirs and a distinctly Socialist interior. (Open Monday to Friday only)
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Style restaurant

Refreshments in an old-fashioned restaurant. Our local, laid-back Crazy Guide will show you old pictures and explain the history of the Nowa Huta district. Pierogi lunch. (deluxe option only)
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ujastek. Szpital Położniczo - Ginekologiczny Ujastek

Stop at the entrance gate and famous administrative buildings of the former Lenin Steelworks. A guided visit to the original Cold War 'Head Command Post' bunker (the crisis management shelter). (Deluxe option only)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Museum of the Armed Act

Stop to take a picture in front of the Soviet IS-2 tank from WW2.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Our Lady Queen of Poland Church (pass by)

When time allows and traffic is favourable, we take a moment for a photo in front of the renowned Lord's Ark Church in Nowa Huta.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Legendary Private Nowa Huta Communism Tour with Crazy Guides?

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-2592COMM

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Local 1950s shop (sometimes it's closed )
  • Refreshments in an old-fashioned restaurant
  • DELUXE OPTION: Traditional welcome shots of Polish vodka
  • DELUXE OPTION: Visit to the abandoned Steelworks' HQ
  • Nowa Huta district sightseeing (driving/walking)
  • DELUXE OPTION: Pierogi lunch in an old-fashioned restaurant
  • Private Transport in a genuine Trabant / Polish Fiat 'Toddler' / Soviet Lada automobile
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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