On this free Holocaust Tour of Kraków, we'll visit the city's Jewish ghetto to learn about World War II's tragic history and see the iconic Eagle's Pharmacy.
Tour Details
Meet at Plac Bohaterów Getta as we get our free Holocaust tour of Krakow underway. This emblematic plaza will take us back to the 1940s, when the Germans who controlled the area held nothing back when showing hostility towards the Jewish population. Throughout the tour, we'll learn about complex topics such as racism, grief, and acts of heroism for a deeper understanding of this historical period.
As we observe the numerous seats scattered throughout the plaza and discover their significance, we'll arrive at the remains of the Kraków Ghetto Wall. This imposing structure served as a barrier, isolating the Jewish population from the rest of the city, effectively sealing off the district from the outside world.
Walking through the ghetto streets, we'll appreciate the true spirit that still looms over this district. The remnants of which we'll see in the facades of historic hospitals, the prison, and the employment office headquarters. Here, Jewish residents were forced into labor in workshops like Optima and Madritsch to be featured stops on our tour.
Our journey will continue to reach the location of the gates that once served as entrances to the ghetto. These gates, such as the Zuker Synagogue, are a testament to the history of this area and the namesake of the ghetto government, the Judenrat.
Finally, after 2 hours, we'll end the tour at Rynek Podgórski, very close to the Plac Bohaterów Getta.
Group Size
This free tour does not allow bookings for more than 6 people, even if they book separately.
