Jewish Kraków: Kazimierz, Spielberg's Sites & the Ghetto – by Kate
The tour lasts 2 hours and 45 minutes
Available in English and Polish
Description
Hello! I'm Katarzyna, but you can call me Kasia or Katie.
Together, we'll explore the fascinating Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz and discover the stories, traditions, people, and places that have shaped this remarkable part of Kraków.
Along the way, you'll see historic synagogues, hidden courtyards, former Jewish businesses, meaningful memorials, and places connected to some of the most important chapters in Kraków's history.
Whether this is your first visit to Kraków or your fifth, I hope you'll experience the city from a new perspective—with warmth, local insight, and meaningful stories that bring history to life.
Important Information
The tour requires a minimum of 4 participants. I can guide you individually, but then the tip has to be high.
Please eat and drink before the tour, as we will stop for toilets and drinks, but not for food.
This is a free walking tour, which means there is no fixed price.
At the end of the tour, you are welcome to contribute an amount that reflects your experience and satisfaction.HOWEVER , PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL AND TRY TO TIP APPROPIATE TIP, HERE IN KRAKOW 15 EURO IS LIKE A MINIUM AND as a general guideline, GuruWalk suggests €15–€50 per person, and I follow this recommendation.
The money will be invested in my future education regarding my psychology interest and improvement of the tour. So please respect my time and effort in order to make your trip enjoyable.
Animals are welcome!
Evening Tour — 17:45, lasts 2h 30 minutes including a break and questions section of 15 minutes at the end.
Please be professional and respectful toward others, and the aim is for you to meet people who chose Krakow as a destination. I will only guide you as best as I can, but I am not your friend, and personal questions can be asked after the tour.
The evening tour begins in the heart of Kazimierz and continues with the story of the Kraków Ghetto and the people who lived through the Nazi occupation.
Meeting point: Directly in front of the Old Synagogue.
Please do not follow the Google Maps location. We meet directly in front of the entrance to the Old Synagogue.
If it rains, don't worry—we can gather inside.
And don't forget your umbrella!
Morning Tour — 9:00–11:00
The morning tour focuses exclusively on the Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz. It does not include the full Kraków Ghetto section or the Ghetto Heroes Square route.
Meeting point: Plac Wolnica
More detailed meeting instructions will be provided through the GuruWalk chat.
Evening Tour — 17:45
The evening tour begins in the heart of Kazimierz and continues with the story of the Kraków Ghetto and the people who lived through the Nazi occupation.
Meeting point: Directly in front of the Old Synagogue.
Please do not follow the Google Maps location. We meet directly in front of the entrance to the Old Synagogue.
If it rains, don't worry—we can gather inside.
And don't forget your umbrella!
Guide: Katarzyna
Guiding since 2022PRO
Hi everyone! My name is Kasia — it’s so nice to meet you, and welcome to the tour.
Before we begin, I’d love to say a few words about myself.
I’m originally from Poland, born and raised here in Kraków. I spent several years living in London, where I worked mainly in tourism-related fields — gastronomy, hospitality, and even in a museum.
I graduated from Middlesex University in London with a degree in International Tourism Management.
While studying, I discovered the idea of free walking tours, and I absolutely loved it. Even back then, I dreamed of becoming a tour guide. My tutors and friends often told me I had a natural way with people and a real passion for sharing stories. Still, I decided to first build my professional experience in the hotel industry.
Tourism and connecting with travelers have always been very close to my heart. That’s one of the reasons I spent so much time abroad — to learn languages, experience different cultures, and meet people from all over the world. I also love travelling myself.
At one point, I lived in Spain, near Barcelona, in a town called Sant Cugat del Vallès, where I worked in the automotive industry for about seven months.
When I moved back to Poland — I truly amazed by how much the country has changed and how quickly it’s developing. I started reading more, exploring my surroundings, and attending history classes.
Kazimierz has always been a very special place for me, and during the tour, you’ll understand why.
Before we start, just a quick note about the tour format.
This is a donation-based tour, which means you decide the value of the experience at the end. Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.
Jewish Kraków: Kazimierz, Spielberg's Sites & the Ghetto – by Kate
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