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Krakow Ghetto and the Jewish Quarter Self Guided Walking Tour

Tour Intro

Some cities tell their stories through monuments.

Krakow tells its story through memory.

On this deeply moving Krakow Jewish ghetto tour, you’ll walk through two worlds—Podgórze, where the Krakow Ghetto once stood, and Kazimierz, the historic Krakow Jewish Quarter where Jewish life flourished for over 500 years.

Separated by the Vistula River.

Connected by history.


This isn’t just another Krakow medieval tour.

This is a journey through one of the most important—and painful—chapters in European history.

Along the way, you’ll discover:

  • The Krakow Ghetto and the realities of life under Nazi occupation

  • Heroes who risked everything to save others

  • The story behind Schindler’s List and where it was filmed

  • Centuries-old synagogues and Jewish traditions

  • Hidden courtyards, murals, and memorials

  • The rebirth of Jewish culture in modern Krakow

This is more than a tour.

It’s remembrance.

It’s understanding.

It’s a walk through history that must never be forgotten.

No schedules. No groups.

Just you, your phone…

and the voices of the past.

Krakow Jewish Quarter and Ghetto Walking Tour Pictures

What will you see?  Here are the tour highlights

This cinematic Krakow Jewish quarter experience blends history, culture, and powerful storytelling.

  • Plac Bohaterów Getta (Ghetto Heroes Square)
    Stand among the haunting chair memorial—each representing thousands of Jewish lives lost during the Holocaust

  • Apteka Pod Orłem (Pharmacy Under the Eagle)
    A place of resistance and survival, where lives were quietly saved.

  • Krakow Ghetto Streets (Podgórze District)
    Walk through the actual streets where over 15,000 Jews were confined under brutal conditions.

  • Ghetto Wall Site & Blu Mural
    A symbolic boundary between life and death—marked today by powerful street art.

  • Kładka Bernatka Bridge
    Cross from the former ghetto into Kazimierz—the historic Jewish Quarter.

  • Kazimierz (Jewish Quarter Krakow)
    Once home to 70,000 Jewish residents—now one of the most preserved Jewish districts in Europe.

  • Plac Wolnica (Historic Market Square)
    A medieval square that once rivaled Krakow’s main square.

  • Schindler’s Passage (Film Location)
    Step into scenes from Schindler’s List and learn the story behind Oskar Schindler’s heroic actions.

  • Tempel Synagogue
    A stunning synagogue that survived the war and still stands as a cultural center.

  • Jewish Community Center Krakow
    A symbol of modern revival and cultural rebirth.

  • Szeroka Street (Heart of Jewish Life)
    The historic center of Jewish culture in Krakow for centuries.

  • Remuh Synagogue & Cemetery
    A deeply moving site with roots going back to the 1500s.

  • Old Synagogue (1492)
    The oldest synagogue in Poland—one of the most important Jewish landmarks in Europe.

  • Galicia Jewish Museum Krakow
    A powerful museum dedicated to preserving Jewish history and challenging misconceptions.

This is one of the most meaningful Krakow Jewish ghetto tours—combining education, emotion, and historical depth.

Tour Route Map

Check out the Tour Preview Video!  

What are the Frequently Asked Questions? 

What is this Krakow Jewish ghetto tour?
A GPS-guided self guided walking tour Krakow through the former ghetto and Jewish Quarter.

How does the tour work?
Download the WalknTours app. Stories play automatically as you walk.

How long does the tour take?
Most visitors complete this Krakow Jewish quarter experience in about 2.5 to 3 hours.

Where does the tour start?
At Plac Bohaterów Getta in Podgórze.

Do I need internet access?
No. The tour works offline once downloaded.

Is the Galicia Jewish Museum included?
Yes—it’s the final stop and a highly recommended visit.

Is this suitable for all visitors?
Yes—but the content is emotional and historically intense.

Check out our local Travel Guide to learn more! 

Check out our tour Podcast! 

Krakow Ghetto and the Jewish Quarter Self Guided Walking Tour

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