Krakow: Jewish Ghetto Guided Tour｜Poland

Step back in time and discover the powerful history of Kraków’s former Jewish Ghetto on this guided walking tour through the district of Podgórze. Accompanied by a licensed guide, explore the streets and landmarks that bear witness to one of the most tragic chapters of World War II.

Learn how the ghetto was established by the Nazi occupation authorities in 1941 and hear the stories of the thousands of Jewish residents who were forced to live within its walls. As you walk through the area, gain insight into daily life under oppression, acts of resistance, and the extraordinary courage shown by both residents and those who risked their lives to help them.

Visit the surviving fragments of the original Ghetto Wall, one of the few remaining physical reminders of the district's wartime past. Continue to Ghetto Heroes Square, where deportations to concentration and extermination camps began. Today, the square’s striking Chair Memorial serves as a poignant tribute to the victims of the Holocaust.

See the historic Under the Eagle Pharmacy, operated by Tadeusz Pankiewicz, a non-Jewish pharmacist who provided assistance and support to ghetto residents throughout the war. Along the way, your guide will share personal stories, historical facts, and lesser-known details that bring the history of the area to life.

This meaningful walking tour offers a deeper understanding of Kraków’s wartime history and the resilience of the people who lived through it, making it an essential experience for anyone interested in history, remembrance, and human courage.