Top Krakow Art & Culture

Experience a poignant piece of World War II history on a tour of Oskar Schindler’s Factory Museum in Krakow. Explore the exhibitions in the enamel factory where hundreds of Jewish employees were saved from deportation. Follow an expert guide through Schindler’s office, and examine multimedia projections, artifacts and photos while learning the stories of the workers.

A visit to Chochołowska thermal baths is the perfect way to pamper yourself for a day. Take the stress out of figuring out public transport, by having a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off included. You'll travel in an air-conditioned vehicle directly to the thermal baths, with an entrance ticket included. Enjoy the healing thermal waters, and lots of jacuzzis, saunas, and relaxation areas to explore too. If you’re hungry, there is a restaurant on site too.

Soak up an evening of Polish food and folklore with a dinner show at Michalik's Cave in Krakow. Formerly frequented by the city’s bohemian crowd, settle into the artsy atmosphere and enjoy a folk music concert and dance show, showing off the country’s colorful costumes and longtime traditions. Afterward, savor an authentic, 2-course meal of regional specialties.

Uncover the dark history of Nazi-occupied Poland on a moving full-day tour from Krakow. Take a tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, one of the most notorious Nazi concentration camps; learn more about Poland’s WWII history; and visit the Oskar Schindler Factory to discover the true story behind Steven Spielberg’s ‘Schindler’s List’. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

With its many nocturnes, mazurkas and polonaises (based on Polish dance), Chopin's music is marked by a feeling of longing for his homeland, making this musical experience a wonderful way to enter the rich history and culture of Poland. Begin your evening at the Chopin Gallery, located in the heart of Krakow's Old Town. Take your seat inside the 15th-century building, once inhabited by the huntmaster of the Royal Family. Award-winning pianists will then take the stage and perform Chopin’s most celebrated pieces within the historic venue. After the 1-hour concert concludes, you can continue exploring the restaurants and nightlife in Old Town Krakow, or make your own way to your next destination from the venue's central location.

WOMAI is over 600 m² of inspiring fun and entertainment you have never experienced before, open every day from 10:00 to 18:00. In two zones you will experience the world with your senses: sight, hearing, smell and touch. You’ll see how unreliable they can be. You will discover a reality in which sounds mix with images and the world turns up side down.

Experience a poignant piece of World War II history on a day trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow. Led by a knowledgeable guide, explore the UNESCO-listed former Nazi concentration camp complex and preserve the memory of those who perished there. Pass through the crematoriums, old prison blocks, and moving memorials, and hear the stories of this dark time in history from your guide in a sensitive manner. Your tour concludes with transportation back to your original departure point in Krakow.

Krakow’s UNESCO-listed Old Town is the city’s most atmospheric district and the best way to explore is on foot. This 3-hour walking tour checks off all the highlights, including the Royal Route and the Wawel Castle complex; the medieval St. Mary’s Basilica and 17th-century St Peter and Paul’s Church; and the historic Cloth Hall.

Visit Zakopane. Admire the view of the Polish Tatra Mountains thanks to the cable car. Experience a unique style of architecture, clothes, and food. Visit the famous wooden village where highlanders produce traditional smoked sheep's cheese. Feel relaxation thanks to the thermal water where you will spend 2,5 hours. Travel with a private vehicle and driver at your disposal the entire trip, without having to share the vehicle with other travelers. Use door-to-door service. • Door to door service - guaranteed • Cable car ticket - included • Admission to the thermal springs - provided

Take a walk through Krakow’s rich and resilient Jewish history on this private, 4-hour heritage tour. Learn about the deep roots of Judaism in the city as you stroll to important landmarks like ritual bathhouses, Ghetto Square, Remuh Cemetery, and the largest synagogue complex in Europe. Hear stories of wartime hardship and bravery as you trace the story of Oskar Schindler, visiting filming locations for the movie ‘Schindler's List’ and finishing inside Schindler’s Factory Museum.

This is a must-see sight for art fans. Beat the crowds and pre-book an entrance ticket to Leonardo da Vinci’s Lady with an Ermine Exhibition at the National Museum. You’ll save time waiting in long visitor lines, and make the most of your trip to Krakow, by witnessing a rare piece of artwork. Leonardo da Vinci only ever painted four portraits of women, so this piece has become a national treasure. 

The Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps were the largest and most notorious of the Nazi regime and this full-day tour from Krakow visits both. Take a moving tour of the preserved ruins, museum, and memorials at Auschwitz-Birkenau, and uncover the harrowing truths of Poland’s WWII history and Nazi occupancy.

Get out of Krakow for the day on this half-day guided tour of the amazing Wieliczka salt mines. Learn about the history of the salt mines from your guide and marvel at the many complex and beautiful salt sculptures.

Discover Krakow’s communist history on a tour in a Trabant car. Take a ride in the vehicle classic to the era and explore the Nowa Huta district with your guide. Along the way, hop out to wander the neighborhood’s streets and learn about the rich history behind them. Upgrade to extend your tour with a visit to a private museum and a communist-era restaurant.

This tour will take you back centuries, through medieval Krakow. Your guide will show you some of the most beautiful buildings, tell you about the hidden histories behind them, and share with you the many stories that have been passed down for generations. Stories of Vampires, Ghosts, Dragons and Devils. You will learn of some of the greatest men in Krakow’s history too, the Alchemists and Kings whose exploits are the stuff of legends even today! Whether you’ve just arrived and want to orient yourself in the city, or to experience the Gothic beauty of it all when the sun goes down, this tour will give you what you seek.

Guarantee your entry to Oskar Schindler’s Factory, an integral part of Krakow’s Jewish heritage, by booking your entrance ticket in advance. After bypassing long lines, explore the historical museum at your own pace and learn about Oskar Schindler, a wealthy German merchant who save more than 1,000 Jews during the Holocaust.

Visit Schindler's Factory museum with a professionally licensed guide, who will explain all the nuances and hidden meanings of the exhibition.

Learn about the dark history of World War II Krakow and the German businessman who inspired the movie “Schindler’s List” as you explore Oskar Schindler’s Factory with your own private guide. Complement the interactive multimedia exhibits with personal narration, tailored to your knowledge level, and learn about the man who saved over 1,000 Jewish lives. Please note: Entrance fees are at your own expense.

Gain a better understanding about the impacts of WWII on this private, 5-hour tour through Krawkow. Because this is a private tour, you can choose your departure time, and let your guide know which attractions you’d like to spend more time at. Go to the historical Kazimierz district, Oskar Schindler's Factory, the old WWII Gestapo headquarters on Pomorska Street, and the Ghetto Eagle Pharmacy Museum.

All over the world, Auschwitz has become a symbol of terror, genocide, and the Holocaust. It was established by Germans in 1940, in the suburbs of Oswiecim, a Polish city that was annexed to the Third Reich by the Nazis. Its name was changed to Auschwitz.

Explore the underground world of the Wieliczka Salt Mine on a half-day tour from Krakow. Follow an expert guide through the mine’s tunnels and chambers and discover the Chapel of the Blessed Kinga, an exhibition on the history of Poland’s salt-mining, figures carved from salt and more. See why this 700-year-old complex has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your tour concludes with drop-off back at your Krakow hotel.

Discover Krakow’s historic charms in a thoroughly modern manner as you cruise through the city on this Segway tour. Over the course of 90 minutes, you’ll learn about Krakow’s history, culture, and cuisine. Visit the Barbican armory, the Main Square, St. Mary’s Church, and Wawel Castle. Your Segway allows you to cover a great swath of the city with ease.

Explore Kraków's Old Town and have fun on an electric scooter. Get the best recommendations from your local guide. The environmentally-friendly electric scooters avoid the need for long and tiring walks. Instead, jump aboard and ride your own scooter from location to location. The tour will last 90 minutes during which you will get the essence of Krakow's Old Town. After a brief training session, the tour heads past the most important buildings and monuments of the city. Your guide will relate their history and recommend other places to visit during your stay in Krakow.

Travel back in time to Krakow’s communist era with this tram and walking tour of the Nowa Huta neighborhood. Learn about life under Soviet rule as you explore the area initially designed as a model Soviet city. See Cold War-era buildings, the main square, and historic churches as you hear about the resistance movement led by the Nowa community. Top off your tour with a drink at the iconic Stylowa restaurant.