Explore the Schindler's Factory & Surroundings with a Local Guide

• Private Tour
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• Carbon Neutral

A quick visit to the Schindler's Factory is not enough. There are other spots worth checking out outside this attraction, and your local host knows exactly where. Combine your visit to the Schindler's Factory with a touch of hidden gems and an easy access to this famous attraction, and you are set for a good time!

Destination

Krakow, Poland

Category

Art Culture Tours

Duration

4 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Español, Polski

Included

• Private Guide
• Tickets for Schindler's Factory and Remuh Synagogue included
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance for other attractions than mentioned

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 2 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at In front of Hotel Columbus - Krakow to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Beautiful Surroundings

   To better understand what you’ll see inside the Schindler's Factory, your local host will start by showing you other hidden gems around the attraction. That way, you can get to know more about Krakow and the Schindler's Factory for a perfect introduction to your tour

4. How It Works

   Before entering the Schindler's Factory, meet your host and get an introduction to your tour.

5. Ahead of the Crowds

   On this tour, follow your local host’s lead and spend time inside the attraction discovering its highlights and hidden gems

6. Inside the Schindler's Factory

   Once you are inside, follow your local host’s insights as you check out the must-sees, as well as the hidden gems that not many know about. Be part of an enriching tour that will satisfy your curiosity and answer all of your questions!

7. Keep Exploring

   After the time with your host is over, you can either stay inside the attraction and keep exploring by yourself or say goodbye outside the attraction where your host will point out other spots to explore in Krakow

8. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Alex🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bartek)

11 August 2024

Bartek was great. Very knowledgeable and full of information, kept the tour interesting and moving. Very knowledgeable local guide

Erik🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Tomasz)

31 July 2024

We fully enjoyed the tour with Tomasz.. he is very knowledgeable about the history of Poland during WWII in general and Krakow in particular, so he could guide us through those years, emphasising the important events impacting Krakow in an ‘entertaining’ way, to make it accessible. Tomasz is an excellent communicator and storyteller, which really takes you back to this period. Btw, the museum is really worth a visit, it has been designed in a modern and immersive manner, but without a guide like Tomasz, you risk missing a lot of the ideas behind it.Very interesting… and entertaining

Nancy🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bartek)

14 June 2024

We had a very interesting tour with Bartek through the jewish quarter, the area of the jewish ghetto and the Schindler factory. He was very friendly, accommodating, and a wealth of knowledge. Going through the factory museum with Bartek made the experience much easier than reading all of the displays ourselves considering how many people were there. He stopped and explained the exhibits and answered questions as we went which was very helpful. Very interesting

Neil🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bartek)

15 November 2023

Bartek gave an excellent tour of the Krakow Ghetto and Schindler's factory. While it was a three hour tour, Bartek was able to cover an amazing amount of materials explaining the growth of the city, the commercial and social life as well as going into great deal about the fate of the Jews in the area before, during and after the war. Perhaps the most extraordinary piece was the visit to Schindler's factory. The factory has been converted into a museum and is chock full of memorabilia and artifacts starting in the early 30's and going all the way till the end of the way in the later 40's. Without Bartek's help, we definitely would have overlooked the most important pieces of the exhibit. He moved us a long at a solid pace, drawing our attention to the most salient displays. Without that guidance we would have never made it through in an hour and a half. Bartek is soft spoken and thoughtful. He's been conducting tours for several years and brings a weatlh of knowledge to his work. He's intent on answering personal questions and bringing this terribly period of time in Krakow history to life for his visitors. I highly recommend Bartek as a tour guide.Excellent Tour of Schindler's Factory

Theresa🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bartek)

2 October 2023

We had to cancel our tour due to illness. Our guide was very helpful and responsive with the booking

Esther🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Bartek)

27 September 2023

We loved our private walking tour of Schindler’s factory and surrounding area. Bartek was extremely knowledgeable and provided us with much information about the history of Krakow, particularly regarding the events before and during WW2. We would highly recommend this experience. Excellent tour with Bartek

Kate🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Bartek)

31 August 2023

Balek was a great guide. We had only arrived that morning in Krakow and the tour was a great introduction, Schindler’s museum was well planned taking you through Kraków’s WWII history, we then visited the ghetto and Jewish Quarter. Balek had good knowledge and stories to share and also provided great bar & restaurant recommendations Friendly & informative

Curtis🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Tomasz)

9 January 2023

Tomasz was a great guide very knowledgable and passionate about his subject. Seeing the Shindler museum with a guide was a great way to learn a significant amount of information in manageable way. Great tour

Gregory

(About local Maya)

9 March 2020

We loved our tour with Maya through the Kazimierz area of Krakow! Maya was extremely knowledgeable, passionate about her work, and kind. We would definitely book again through your company and request Maya as a guide. We loved Krakow and cannot wait to return. Highly recommended! Kazimierz

pbwrzphb2c

(About local Tomasz)

9 March 2025

Thomasz was very knowledgable and we came away with a good understanding of the history of krakow and Poland. Thomasz was very friendly and was more than happy to answer any questions we had about every day life in the city. We would thoroughly recommend a walking tour with Thomasz. Very informative and friendy guide

Kristen🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tomasz)

5 March 2025

Tomaz was a great guide. He was very knowledgeable on the history of the city and as well as the country. He showed us the best spots to visit and important places in Kraków’s history. I would 100% recommend taking this tour Great tour!

Sharyn🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Bartek)

27 January 2025

We had a marvellous experience with Bartek. He helped us design an itinerary that involved many different experiences (which we wanted) and then was great at sharing local knowledge & stopping off in slightly off the beaten track places (which we loved). Definitely recommend him. SharynExceptional Tour Guide

connie

(About local Aleksandra)

26 January 2025

Aleksanda was fabulous! Entertaining, professional, knowledgeable and engaging. The food we got to try was so yummy and d the restaurants she picked were perfect. Our favorite time soent in Krakow

Nicola🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Aleksandra)

17 December 2024

This tour was absolutely brilliant! Aleksandra was very well informed about both historical and modern Krakow, and Poland in general. All the foods we tried were tasty and there wasn’t a single item of food we didn’t all enjoy. It was a pleasure to spend the time with Aleksandra and we would recommend without hesitation. Thank you! 10 Tastings of Krakow

Thomas🇺🇸 United States

(About local Aleksandra)

10 December 2024

Our tour with Aleksandra was the highlight of our trip to Krakow. The food and sights were great, getting to talk with our knowledgeable and affable guide was even better. We learned so much about Krakow, Poland and the Central European region, all while being treated to amazing local dishes. Outstanding in every way. Best Way to Tour Krakow

William🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Tomasz)

8 December 2024

We are a family of 4 adults and thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Tomasz. He was knowledgeable, considerate and appeared to love sharing his home city with us. We appreciated his insights into Polish but especially Kraków history. We would thoroughly recommend him and this tour as you get to walk around a lot of the significant monuments and areas of the Old Town. We love the personalised look experience!Wonderful afternoon exploring Old Town

Krystle

(About local Tomasz)

1 December 2024

We really enjoyed the history behind the food and as well as the food. My favorite was the soup and the vodka tasting was lots of fun. We are very thankful Tomas was patient with our 5 kids. Accommodating, Cozy and Convenient

Alison🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Tomasz)

26 November 2024

Tomasz provided our group with a great insight into the history and culture of Poland and Krakow....he was enthusiastic and passionate about his country and left us with a great understanding of the countryKrakow with Tomasz ..marvellous

Rob

(About local Tomasz)

1 November 2024

Tomasz is knowledgeable and a great communicator. We've used many guides over the years and Tomasz is up there with the best.Tomasz: top class guide

Alison🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tomasz)

31 October 2024

Great tour in the lovely Old Town of Krakow. Tomasz was flexible about time, has excellent English, and was very well informed about the food, culture and history. After our tour, he sent us a list of the places and foods we sampled, as well as the Polish words we learned. Greatly enjoyed!Krakow Food Tour with Tomasz

Duane🇺🇸 United States

(About local Aleksandra)

19 October 2024

This is the first tour anyone visiting should do. Avoid airport food on the way. You will need the room to be able to enjoy all the generous portions provided. Aleksandra is amazing. She will let you know the cultural significance of each dish along with the history of the region. She will also provide recommendations for dining and other activities for the remainder of your visit. Outstanding

Jerad

(About local Aleksandra)

13 October 2024

We only had a couple days in Krakow and love Polish food. Aleksandra brought us around the old town and fed us delicious food and gave us a lot of history. She was fun and open to conversation about everything! She answered all questions and was very personable, something you would never find on a large tour. If we had more time, we would have signed up for other tours she does! Thanks again Aleksandra! The Best Experience!

Luiza🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Aleksandra)

9 October 2024

We went on a food tour and had a fun wonderful time. Aleksandra is very knowledgeable about the culture and is very passionated about what she loves doing-tours. She was always ready to answer questions and she was a pleasure to be around. Wonderful

Kathryn

(About local Tomasz)

6 October 2024

Tomasz was a fantastic guide - we learnt so much, not just about what we tasted, but about the history of Krakow. He also took time to answer all of our many questions! Best orientation to the city. Top tour with top guide

Lasse C. A.🇩🇰 Denmark

(About local Aleksandra)

5 October 2024

We had a great time with Aleksandra, and we really enjoying the “10 Tastings of Krakow” tour. The food and drinks were excellent, and Aleksandra is a pleasant and knowledgeable host. We can only recommend that you try this. Following the tour, Aleksandra sent us several suggestions for things to experience in Krakow based on our interests and questions during the tour.10 Tastings of Krakow - try this!

Emily

(About local Aleksandra)

23 September 2024

We had a great food tour with Aleksandra. She was passionate and informative:-) Alexsandra was really knowledgeable and answered all our questions. She took us to some great little restaurants to experience true Polish food. Would highly recommend 🌟 Food tour

Bonnie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tomasz)

15 September 2024

Terrific afternoon with Tomasz. He immersed us in the history, culture and foods of Poland. He carries an impressive knowledge of Polish history and shared it perfectly though out the walk. He sets a good pace for talking and shared conversation about Poland its culture and history. Food stops provided a nice rest stop and delicious interlude for the day. He knows the best secrets for genuine Polish food with stories to share. Highly recommend time with TomaszHistory and Food tour of Krakowk, Poland

Unknown

(About local Aleksandra)

10 September 2024

This was a very well planned food tour. Alessandra provided our family a wonderful afternoon of food and conversation. She was engaging and happy to talk about her culture and city as well as food.Great experience

Cara🇺🇸 United States

(About local Aleksandra)

9 September 2024

Our family of 7 had the best time with Aleksandra on our food tour. She was extremely informative and it was obvious that she knew what she was doing. She was very accommodating (our 3 yr old toddler was with us), and answered all of our questions. Her food choices were delicious. We would recommend this tour to anyone and would definitely book with her again!Excellent food tour!

Susan🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Tomasz)

3 September 2024

Tomasz was an excellent guide. We covered lots of ground and many years of history. We especially appreciated the visuals that he carried along to help us appreciate what he was telling us. He was able and willing to answer all of our questions. As we only had 2 nights in Krakow, it was a great way to gain an immediate appreciation for the city and to help us choose what to do with our remaining time there.An excellent start to a great visit

Erika🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tomasz)

1 September 2024

This was our first visit to Krakow and our private city walking tour with Tomasz was the perfect introduction to this beautiful city. Over the course of 2 1/2 hours we explored the Old Town and the university and felt like we left with a great appreciation for both Poland’s history and for modern day Krakow. Tomasz speaks perfect English and possesses an encyclopedic knowledge of Polish history. We highly recommend him as a guide. An afternoon in Krakow

Lynne🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Tomasz)

26 August 2024

Tomasz has such a great in depth knowledge not just of the City but his home country Poland ! He has compiled his own reference book with maps and statistics and it all comes together to give the customer an amazing experience . Whether you want to dip into the history or like us you ask so many questions - he answers you with great and genuine enthusiasm. He is a great ambassador for the City - Country and his profession - he looked after us right to the end - finding us the correct tram for our night activity! 👍👍👍A Real Gem - Tomasz will amaze you !

Jenna🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Aleksandra)

12 August 2024

It is a perfect tour with lots of good information and some really good local food and drinks, for our next visit, we'll book again with Aleksandra.Perfect tour

Paul James🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tomasz)

7 August 2024

Tomasz did an excellent overview of old town. He was detailed but not overly so. Had tons of recommendations of where to eat and drink. Wunderbarr guide!Great overview and nicely paced

Jane🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Bartek)

15 July 2024

Bartek took us to Auschwitz & Wieliczka salt mine. He was a great guide & he handled all the details to make our day in Krakow an enjoyable day! Bartek also gave us some great tips for sites we wanted to visit the following day!Krakow Tour

William🇭🇷 Croatia

(About local Tomasz)

15 July 2024

My son and I spent 2 amazing days with our guide, Tomasz. On day 1, with him having made all the arrangements for exhibition/museum tickets for us ahead of time (and arranging the tour guides for the Auschwitz camps), he promptly picked us up from our hotel and drove us both to the Wieliczka salt mine as well as the Auschwitz I/II camps. Along the journey, he regaled us with various stories about the rich history of the Polish peoples and joined us (at our request) for a local Polish lunch. On day 2, Tomasz was both our driver and guide. He toured us through the Schindlers museum, and showed us the Jewish ghetto and Kasimierz districts, followed by a fascinating walking tour of Old Town as well as Nowa Huta. We had some authentic Polish food tastings during our journey, and got to experience tram transport to help feel like a local, if only temporarily. Again he told numerous stories about Polish history and culture, and was informative, entertaining and respectful of me and my son at all times. We felt like old friends at the end of day 2. Tomasz comes with the highest unreserved recommendations. A must have tour guide!!Great visit!

Nicholas🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Tomasz)

19 June 2024

Had a food tasting tour with Tomasz and it was without doubt the best tour we have ever done. Tomasz was very knowledgeable, the food he chose was perfect for us but most importantly he was such a nice person, we both said it was a pleasure spending time in his company and getting that all important local view of thingsFantastic Experience

Frances🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Tomasz)

6 June 2024

From the moment we met up (reassuring I am here text) to the end of the tour Tomasz was full of interesting facts that helped us make sense not only of what we were seeing but Polands place in history…..he gave us great ideas of things to go back to and things to miss and so far he has been spot on! Thanks Thomas’s and Thanks With Locals! Great introduction to Krakow

Brendan🇺🇸 United States

(About local Bartek)

16 May 2024

Bartek was both knowledgeable about history and friendly! We recommend booking him for all your tours in Krakow. Great Experience!

Marlies🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Bartek)

3 May 2024

It was nice to explore the Jewish history of Krakow with Bartek. As he knows a lot about this topic, he guided me along memorial sites, places of resistance against the German occupations, the Schindler Factory and the (off topic but very pleasant) best ice-cream store in Krakow. An impressive, inspiring and pleasant tour for anyone who is interested to learn about the Jewish history of Krakow.Nice and inspring evening walk

Bart🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Tomasz)

20 April 2024

Tomasz was an amazing tourguide! He made a special tour cut to out wishes. His English is amazing and he knows all history facts and answers all questions. Would 100% book again with him!Best tour in Poland

Sarah🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Bartek)

15 April 2024

Bartek arrived on time and transfer to Auschwitz was great. The private tour guide he had arranged was great and the tour was really informative I’d highly recommend a private tour Lunch near the salt mines was good as was the tour of the mines. Transfer back was good toGreat Private Tour

liz

(About local Tomasz)

10 March 2024

Tomasz was prompt, polite, and friendly. With his knowledge of Krakow and food made this a great experience. I would definitely do another tour with Tomasz. Great food tour

Mario🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Bartek)

4 January 2024

Bartek made our journey to Auschwitz very informative. He was organised, very friendly and very knowledgeable about Krakow and Auschwitz, but also Poland overall. We learned a lot. Bartek also organised for us a private guide at Auschwitz Birkenau who was excellent, with a vast knowledge of the site, and responding to all our questions. I would highly recommend Bartek as a guide to this tour as well as other tours!Great guide and tour

Liz🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Bartek)

4 January 2024

Bartek organised a fantastic full day trip for us to Auschwitz/ Birkenau and the Salt mines. We were picked up at our hotel, driven to Auschwitz where he had organised an amazing guide, Bertha for us. Bertha is incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, respectful and answered the many many questions we had patiently and thoroughly. Though so confronting and uncomfortable Bertha tackled the hard issues brilliantly. Bartek then took us to a restaurant for lunch and to the salt mines and back to our hotel. It was a very well organised day - would highly recommend.Fantastic day with Bartek

Oliver

(About local Tomasz)

2 December 2023

Alexander 🇸🇪 Sweden

(About local Tomasz)

8 October 2023

We had a great time with Tomasz. He was very friendly and gave us a great tour of Krakow old town. His English was great and he was flexible to accomodate to our wishes. Great tour

Carrie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Tomasz)

6 October 2023

My husband and I had a great tour of Krakow with Tomasz. He’s the perfect ambassador for the city and is knowledgeable about history, religion, architecture, tourism, and culture. He was eager to answer any questions, and we just really enjoyed his easy-going nature. He also gave us plenty of recommendations for other things to do during our stay - food and drink, museums, etc. Tomasz is great!Great Introduction to Krakow

Wendy🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Bartek)

24 September 2023

Thankyou Bartek for picking us up from our Apartment spot on time and taking us to the former concentration camps and the salt mine. There were 8 of us Aussie’s and we felt safe and well looked after all day. Bartek even dropped us to the Palace on the way back. 10/10 service. Auschwitz, Birkenau and the Salt Mines

sarahlhowe2🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Bartek)

8 September 2023

Bartek was a great guide, he took us to Schindlers Factory & organised our trip to Auschwitz , there is so much to take in, we found him very calm and knowledgeable, Nothing was to much trouble, I would recommend Bartek.Calm and informative