Krakow’s rich heritage and historical importance make it an outstanding destination for cultural and historical student activities. Explore medieval landmarks, Jewish heritage sites, museums and important WWII locations through guided tours and educational experiences designed for student groups.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Discover Krakow’s highlights on a guided walking tour through the Old Town and castle area. Stroll across the Main Square, see St. Mary’s Basilica, and explore historic streets while your guide shares stories, legends, and hidden details from the city’s past. The tour also includes views of Wawel Castle, with the option to visit the castle interiors for a deeper and more complete experience.
Duration: 2 - 3 hours
Explore the historic Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz, once the heart of Krakow’s vibrant Jewish community. Walk through its streets and discover local culture, traditions, and everyday life before World War II. Continue to sites connected to the wartime period and the former ghetto, with the option to include a visit to Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory or local synagogues for a deeper insight.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory, part of Memory Trail, on a guided tour in Krakow and discover the powerful story of the city during World War II. Explore interactive exhibitions presenting daily life under Nazi occupation and the fate of Jewish residents. Learn about Schindler’s role and see authentic documents, photographs, and personal stories throughout the museum.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit the Eagle’s Pharmacy, a historic site in the former Jewish Ghetto run by Tadeusz Pankiewicz during World War II that served as a place of help, shelter, and resistance, where medicine, information, and aid were provided to Jews. As part of the Memory Trail, this museum connects important Krakow sites linked to Nazi and communist terror through authentic stories, testimonies, and preserved locations.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit Pomorska Street, a former Gestapo prison in Krakow, and explore original cells with preserved inscriptions left by prisoners. Learn about life in the city under Nazi and later communist terror through the permanent exhibition “People of Kraków in Times of Terror 1939–1945–1956.” The site is part of the Memory Trail, connecting key historical locations across the city.
Duration: 3 - 4 hours
Explore the Memory Trail in Krakow, connecting key sites linked to World War II and communist terror. Visit Oskar Schindler’s Factory Museum, presenting life under Nazi occupation, the Eagle’s Pharmacy in the former ghetto, and Pomorska Street, a former Gestapo prison with original cells. Together, these sites offer a powerful insight into the city’s past.
Duration: 1 hour
Discover Rynek Underground, a unique museum located beneath Krakow’s Main Square, where history comes to life below your feet. Walk through medieval streets, market stalls, and excavated remains while exploring interactive exhibitions, holograms, and original artefacts. This immersive experience reveals over 1,000 years of the city’s history in a modern and engaging way.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit Wawel Castle, one of Krakow’s most important historical landmarks and a symbol of Polish heritage. Explore the castle complex overlooking the Vistula River, including its courtyards and interior. Learn about centuries of history, royal traditions, and legends while discovering one of the city’s most iconic and significant sites.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit St. Mary’s Basilica, one of Krakow’s most iconic landmarks located on the Main Square. Discover its stunning Gothic interior, including the famous wooden altarpiece, while learning about its history and legends. You can choose between a standard visit to the basilica or an optional climb to the tower for views over the city.
Duration: 3 hours
Discover Krakow’s modern and creative side on a guided walk through its most vibrant districts. See colorful murals, hidden graffiti spots, and urban art while learning about the artists and stories behind them. Explore streets transformed into open-air galleries, with the option to enhance the experience with a tasting of local street food along the way.
Duration: 3 hours
Take part in an exciting city hunt where teams compete in fun challenges across Krakow. Complete tasks such as learning basic Polish phrases, singing songs, or navigating the city while discovering its highlights. Groups are divided into smaller teams, encouraging teamwork, interaction, and a fun, active way to explore Krakow.
Duration: 6 - 7 hours
Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration and extermination camp, on a guided trip from Krakow. Explore both Auschwitz I and II while learning about the history of the camp and the lives of its prisoners. See original buildings, exhibitions, and memorials that preserve the memory of this important place. The tour provides a clear and educational insight into World War II and the Holocaust.
