Before the outbreak of the World War II, Poland was inhabited by one of the largest Jewish diasporas in Europe, with a total of about 3.5 million of Jews. They came to Krakow in the 11th century and when the World War II broke out they constituted over 25% of the city's population. Few managed to survive the Nazi extermination, but their religious and cultural achievements can still be admired in Kazimierz, one of the Krakow’s districts, where the Jewish quarter was located.
We will start visiting Krakow from the historic Old Town. We will see the delightful main square, and slowly go to the Wawel Hill to see the medieval castle towering over Krakow. From there, we will go to Kazimierz to see the Jewish heritage. There we will have lunch in one of the many cozy cafes. Finally, we will visit the museum located in the former factory of Oskar Schindler, who during the war saved over 1,000 people from being sent to extermination camps.
We will start visiting Krakow from the historic Old Town. We will see the delightful main square, and slowly go to the Wawel Hill to see the medieval castle towering over Krakow. From there, we will go to Kazimierz to see the Jewish heritage. There we will have lunch in one of the many cozy cafes. Finally, we will visit the museum located in the former factory of Oskar Schindler, who during the war saved over 1,000 people from being sent to extermination camps.
- Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square: The principal urban space located at the center of the city that dates back to the 13th century.
- Sukiennice (Cloth Hall): It was once a major centre of international trade, today it's one of the most recognizable symbols of the city.
- St Mary's Basilica: It's a Brick Gothic church located in the Krakow's Main Market Square. Every hour the trumpet signal, called Hejnał Mariacki is played from the top of one of the towers. It is also one of the symbols of Krakow.
- Wawel Royal Castle: Wawel Royal Castle is a castle residency located in central Kraków, and the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in the world. We won't visit the interiors.
- Kazmierz The Former Jewish District: Kazimierz used to be Jewish district. Today Kazimierz is a full of life district with many charming cafes, art studios and cultural events. At every step we come across remains of Jews.
- Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera: We will visit the museum located in the former factory of Oskar Schindler, who during the war saved over 1,000 people from being sent to extermination camps.
Included
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
